The Woodson County Courthouse located in Yates Center was built in 1899.

 

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Woodson County, Kansas is a Zoned County. BUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED. Please check the Appraiser's Page for more information on zoning requirements.

 

* For Information on the Woodson County Revitalization Plan for new construction projects or remodeling projects visit the Revitalization Page HERE

 

 

 

Job Opportunities

 

Woodson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Woodson County is looking for experienced employees and some operator positions require a CDL license, however we are willing to train the right individuals and new employees have 90 days to obtain their CDL.

 

 

Woodson County Road and Bridge is hiring for various positions. Apply in the County Engineers Office in the Courthouse.

 

Operator Job Application

 

  

 Woodson County Appraiser

                The Appraiser's office is looking for a part time GIS Technician. The employee will be working on different geographical

                layers of information. Updating soil maps, land use, and ownership mapes as sales, splits and combinations occur.

                Responsible for updating E-911 and working with other departments. Prior GIS training and experience is a big plus.

                Apply on Tuesday or Wednesday during the week at the appraiser's office.

 

                                  

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Announcements

 

* Motor Vehicle Titling and Driver's License Services will not be available after 2:30 pm Thursday October 12 - Thursday October 19, 2023. Chanute Driver's License Station is able to renew licenses these days.

* Commercial Motor Vehicle Services will not be available Thursday October 12 - Thursday October 19, 2023. Wilson or Anderson Counties are able to perform Commercial transactions for Woodson County residents. 

* Woodson County Commission meets every Tuesday at 8:30 am in the Courthouse Basement meeting room

* WOODSON COUNTY SHERIFF IS OFFERING NIXLE SERVICE TO WOODSON COUNTY RESIDENTS.

 

The Sheriff’s Office uses NIXLE to update the public about wanted felons, weather conditions and other important matters. Text Woodson County to 888777 to join.

 

 

 

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Woodson County Taxes 

 

  FOR 2022 TAX LEVIES CLICK HERE

 

Tax levies are set every year in October by the County Clerk. After levies are set the County Treasurer prepares Tax Statements to be sent to taxpayers. 

 

 

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DATES TO REMEMBER:

 

 

June 30, 2023 - All Letter H, I Tags due for renewal

July 4, 2023 - All County Offices Closed for Independence Day Holiday

July 31, 2023 - All Letter J, K, L Tags due for renewal

 August 31, 2023 - All Letter M,N,O Tags due for renewal

September 30, 2023 - All Letter P, Q, R Tags due for renewal

October 31, 2023 - All Letter S Tags due for renewal

November 30, 2023 - All Letter T, V, W Tags due for renewal

December 20, 2023 - First half 2023 taxes due

December 29, 2023 - All Letter U, X, Y, Z Tags due for renewal

 

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County Partners

 

RevitalizeYC

RevitalizeYC was founded in April of 2018 as a nonprofit 501(c)3 focused on the revitalization efforts of Yates Center, KS and Woodson County. Our mission is to facilitate, promote, and support the revitalization of Yates Center and Woodson County by fostering economic development, preserving community heritage, and enhancing civic pride.

You can visit RevitalizeYC’s website at https://www.revitalizeyc.com/

 

Woodson County Chamber of Commerce

 

Located at 110 N Main St in Yates Center. Stop by and visit with Marlana Smith about the area and attractions.

 

You can visit their website at https://woodsoncountychamber.org/

 

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 Woodson County participates in Rural Opportunity Zones.

For more information please visit http://woodsoncounty.net/main/departments/clerk/roz

 

 

 

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OPEN RECORDS REQUEST FORM CAN BE OBTAINEDHERE. PLEASE FEEL OUT THE FORM AND RETURN IT IN PERSON TO THE WOODSON COUNTY CLERK’S OFFICE.

 

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The goal of this site is to provide timely and accurate information about Woodson County, its government and its services. In addition, the County hopes that this site provides access to offices, documents, and instructions in a manner that aids it's residents. Please feel free to explore our site and learn more about Woodson County.