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Hays City Officials and Administration

Election date
Tuesday, November 2, 2027
Jurisdiction
City of Hays, Kansas

Hays city elections are not on the 2026 ballot, but current city leaders still make decisions about water, housing, growth, budgeting, and city services. The elected commissioners and appointed city manager are labeled separately.

Why It Matters

Local city decisions shape day-to-day life faster than almost anything else: utility projects, zoning, housing growth, city spending, and how Hays responds to long-running issues like water.

What Does This Job Actually Do?

The Hays city commission is the elected body that sets water rates, approves development, hires the city manager, decides where tax money goes, and votes on city policy. The appointed city manager handles day-to-day operations. This page separates those elected and appointed roles.

Current City Officials and Administration (6)

These are current Hays city leaders, not 2026 ballot candidates. Elected commissioners and the appointed city manager are labeled separately.