2026 Senior Rebate Program available for those who qualify

Accepting applications from February 1, 2026 through April 15, 2026.

The City of Leavenworth has a program that pays sewer and trash bills for low income senior citizens who qualify. Those who are interested should fall below a specific income and complete an application process.

In order to qualify, citizens must:

• Be a resident of the City of Leavenworth, Kansas.
• Be 62 years old or older at the time of application.
• Be a primary occupant of a residence. Water bill must bear applicant’s name.
• Gross income, including that of a spouse or any residents living at the address, cannot exceed the following limits, determined by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development:
  • 1 Person - $39,000
  • 2 Persons - $44,600
  • 3 Persons - $50,150    
  • 4 Persons - $55,700    
  • 5 Persons - $60,200    
  • 6 Persons - $64,650    
  • 7 Persons - $69,100    
  • 8 Persons - $73,550

Senior citizens interested in applying can visit Leavenworth City Hall, City Clerk's Office 100 N. Fifth St., from February 1, 2026 through April 15, 2026. Applicants should bring:

· Income verification for the year 2025 from all income sources, such as 2025 Income Tax Returns, 2025 Homestead Claim or Social Security Statements and 1099 forms.

· Proof of age, such as birth certificate or Driver’s license if not currently a program participant.

· Water bill or copy of water bill

The City will pay monthly sewer and refuse (trash service) charges for those who meet the qualifications and complete the application process. Program participants will receive a water bill with monthly sewer and refuse charges marked “Senior Rebate.”

For assistance completing 2025 tax forms, the following agencies can help you by appointment only:

· Leavenworth County Council on Aging - 711 Marshall St., Suite 100, 913-684-0777 (Homestead and Income Tax)

· County Clerk’s Office - 300 Walnut St 913-684-0419 (Homestead)

· Catholic Charities – 716 N. Fifth Street 913-651-8060 (Income Tax)

Note: City Clerk staff do not assist with completing tax forms.

To remain on the rebate program, residents must apply each year.

For transportation assistance, please contact the Senior Citizen Transportation van at 913-684-0778, or use the Ride LV Micro Transit. Be sure to allow 2-3 days’ notice for transportation services.

Applications submitted after April 15, 2026 will not be considered.