Frequently Asked Questions

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TrackMan is a Doppler radar device that precisely tracks the golf ball during flight and the golf club during the swing. It provides you with accurate numbers related to the flight of the ball and your delivery of the golf club.

The TrackMan technology provides you with the most accurate feedback in the industry. The TrackMan numbers are more than 20 data points measured in every swing divided into 2 main categories, ball flight data and club data. Knowing your TrackMan numbers is essential to understanding and improving your golf swing.

Regardless of level, all golfers can benefit from using TrackMan as part of their improvement plan. Working on your golf swing and resulting ball flight through your TrackMan numbers allows problem areas to be identified and quickly improved.

Trackman numbers explain objectively why your ball does what it does! Trackman stops the guessing and searching. It improves every practice session and your ball control skills. Your golf improvement needs a plan and a way to be absolutely certain that you're on the right path. Trackman = Certainty.

The TrackMan radar unit tracks the trajectory of your golf ball from launch to landing. The ability to measure the full ball flight is essential to produce the highest quality data. The golf radar can pick up valuable information about your club head, giving a precise picture of the club during ball impact. With this knowledge, you can easily determine how your club face or swing path needs to be adjusted to fix ball flight mistakes, such as slices, hooks, pushes, pulls, topping, chunking, etc.

How cool is this? 3D Golf Ball and Golf Club Delivery Data Merged With Video! With Trackman, we can now provide you with high-speed video analysis where actual club and ball flight data are merged with your swing video in real-time. The combination of video and TrackMan numbers make it possible to see key element of your swing during impact, which normally would be invisible through traditional video techniques.

Below are some examples of recent Trackman sessions and the student's data.

• This is how you hit a draw!
• A draw by definition (for a right-handed golfer) means the ball starts right of the target and curves back towards the target.
• Above, the ball starts 3.7 degrees right of the target because the face (3.7) is pointed there at collision.
• The ball curves left because the path is (5.3) more to the right than the face is pointed. This is how accomplished players slice the ball with the same swing that produces draws and straight balls. Contact point was in the heel of the golf club and produced 104.4 feet of slice curvature. Wow is this a hard game!
• The above path is at the hole, the face angle is pointed at the hole, so the ball should go straight, correct?
• Impact point is the most forgotten alignment and may be the most important.
• Everything about this swing says that the ball should go dead straight. But this ball was hit in the heel of the driver and caused the ball to curve.

This is the most misdiagnosed shot by teachers, players, golf magazines and the Golf Channel in all of golf! Because of this, most would say this player came over the top. They would be wrong! The problem with this misdiagnosis is the teacher and the player start down a path that will only make the ball flight worse. Trackman = accurate diagnosis every time!

• The above ball starts left and curves left.
• The above swing is pitched to the left only 1.3 degrees.
• But the path is 1.8 degrees to the right.
• The ball starts left because the face is pointed 5.8 degrees to the left.
• The ball curves to the left because the path is more to the right than the face is pointed. Eighty % of all golfers slice the golf ball. This is what a slice will look like on Trackman.
• The ball starts left of the target because the face is pointed to the left 3 degrees.
• The ball curves right because the path is more left than the face is pointed.

Trackman Combine

The TrackMan Combine test offers golfers of all ability levels a standardized test to measure their ball control skills against other golfers. Performing this ball control test from the best golf swing analysis software in the golf industry is a must if you're serious about your golf improvement. So what is the TrackMan Combine test? Players hit shots to various distances (60,70,80,90,100,120,140, 160, 180 yards) as well as hitting driver. Upon completion of the test, each participant will receive the following feedback:

1. Average distance away from the pin for each shot hit
2. Average drive distance and distance away from the centerline
3. A score for each distance and drives on a scale of 0-100
4. Percentage rank for each distance and drives
5. Combined score for entire test

What you will learn from this test:

1. Which distance requires more practice
2. What areas need the most attention to improve your game
3. Where your ball control skills rank versus your handicap level or worldwide and/or against Division I players or PGA/LPGA Tour

We adopted the 2018 edition of the International Fire Code and the referenced standards found in Chapter 80, as well as the International Building Code and International Mechanical Code as it pertains to fire regulations. We adopted this by ordinance on September 17, 2019. We no longer reference the NFPA 101 Life Safety Code so you can leave that portion out of the paragraph.

With the implementation of the code, the use and storage of charcoal and propane grills within 15 feet of combustible construction on the deck or patios of multi-family dwelling (such as apartment complexes, condominiums and town-homes with more than two attached unit) are not allowed. Only single family homes or duplexes may use open flame devices on their decks or patios.

Chimineas and portable out door fireplaces are allowed on decks and patios of single family homes or duplexes. As with charcoal and propane grills, the use of open flame devices on decks or patios of multi-family dwellings (apartment complexes, condominiums, and town-homes with more than two attached units) are not permitted within 15 feet of combustible construction (wall of the building, wood, deck above fences, etc.).

Burning without a permit is allowed for outdoor personal enjoyment and non-commercial preparation of food provided that the fire is in an appliance approved by the Fire Department. These appliances include chimineas, manufactured grills or smokers, and outdoor fireplaces. The approval of their use is based on the following conditions being met:

• Residence is a single family home or duplex, or appliance is 15 feet from combustible construction;
• All original guards and protective equipment shall be in place on all the appliances;
• All burning shall be attended by a responsible resident of the property, 18 years of age or older at all times;
• When not attended, fires shall be completely extinguished;
• No burning will be allowed between the hours of 1 am and 8 am;
• At no time shall yard waste (e.g., leaves, brush, or trimmings, etc.) be used as fuel. Only firewood or charcoal, in the case of non-commercial food preparation, may be used as a fuel source.

Based on the availability of a firefighter that has their Emergency Medical Technician certification, the Garden City Fire Department welcomes walk-ins who would like to have their blood pressure checked.

If you notice a problem with a fire hydrant, such as leaking, damage, or you know it to be non-operational, please contact the Garden City Water Department at 620-276-1291 with the address or cross streets (e.g., Kansas Avenue and 8th Street) of the fire hydrant.

The Garden City Fire Department does not fill pools.

For information visit our Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) page.

As a public entity, the Fire Department is unable to recommend one company over another. We suggest checking the section in the Yellow Pages business section under "Fire Extinguishers' for a listing of companies that provide the service. In certain circumstances, as in residential situations, where only a small number of fire extinguishers need to be kept at hand, it may be more cost effective to purchase new extinguishers from an area home improvement/hardware store.

The firefighters of Garden City Fire Department are responsible for providing their groceries and meals from their own pockets.

Garden City firefighter's work 24-hour shifts and the fire station is their home during this time. When they are out on fire department business and stop to purchase groceries, the firefighters are either shopping as individuals or they are buying items for the evening meal using funds from a pool to which they all have contributed. The types of groceries purchased are determined by individual crew preference, the number of fire personnel contributing and the agreed upon budget.

Hazardous products generally fall into one of four categories:

• Flammable or ignitable
• Corrosive
• Poisonous
• Reactive

These products will usually have a warning label on the packaging reading "Danger," "Warning," or "Caution."

Common household products considered hazardous are:

• Oil-based paint, gasoline, fuels, and other flammable materials.
• Cleaning solutions, acids, and other corrosive substances.
• Pesticides, lead-based paint, and other poisons.

The facility will not accept any radioactive or biomedical waste.

The facility accepts waste from Finney County residential customers at no charge. Non-Finney County residents are charged nominal fees to dispose of waste at the facility to help cover the City's operational costs:

• Paint: $3 per gallon
• Flammables: $7 per gallon
• Fluorescent Bulbs: $1 to $2 each
• Corrosives: $1 per pound
• Aerosols: $5 per gallon
• Bulk Fuels: $7 per gallon
• Antifreeze: $7 per gallon
• Pesticides: $7 per gallon
• Herbicides: $7 per gallon
• Bases: $1 per pound
• Car Batteries: $2 each
• Liquid Oxidizers: $7 per gallon
• Dry Oxidizers: $7 per pound

The City contracts with a licensed hazardous waste handler to pick up and properly dispose of the waste according to state and federal regulations.

However, the City is continually looking for ways to reuse these products. Certain products that the facility receives are made available for public use free of charge. These products, including paints, automotive care products, and household cleaning supplies, are located in the facility's lobby and can be browsed during operating hours. City departments also utilize certain products the facility receives including oils and fuels, herbicides, pesticides, fertilizer, and paints.

CIP stands for Capital Improvement Plan (PDF) and it is, in essence, a planning document. This document serves a number of important functions in shaping the future of the City.

The CIP is an inventory of recommended and current projects and major capital purchases for the City. The projects, facilities, and other items mapped out by the plan will support the functions and programs of the City for the next one to seven years. As a result, the CIP serves as a guide for elected officials and City management in budget decisions addressing strategic planning for the City.

Examples of typical CIP projects include infrastructure (street projects) or capital purchases (purchasing or renovating a City building or property). There are, however, many kinds of CIP requests as you will soon discover.

You may want to think of the CIP as a recommended shopping list of purchases and projects the City needs to undertake to maintain its current services and achieve future community goals. Keep in mind though the CIP is a strategic document that keeps a mindful eye on the City budget and revenue sources to ensure the conscientious use of taxpayer money.

The CIP document is always evolving. In the CIP request process, a wide range of requests are submitted for inclusion in the CIP document. Citizens can suggest projects through the Citizen Input Forms (PDF) available in an annual mailing to utility customers and online at the City website. These requests are channeled to the appropriate department and are developed into a formal CIP request.

The corresponding department head is then responsible for reviewing the CIP requests with the appropriate advisory board to seek its endorsement. All CIP requests are then reviewed by the CIP Committee, which is made up of advisory board representatives, representatives from other taxing entities throughout the community as well as Garden City residents interested in participating in the process.

CIP Committee recommendations are reviewed by the City Manager, who is legally obligated to review the proposed CIP and make professional recommendations before sending it to the City Commission. The Governing Body will then review the CIP and the recommendations so that individual projects and/or programs may be inserted into the City's Budget.

The mission of the CIP Committee is to provide input on the needs and wants of the community by recommending how City Management and the Governing Body should prioritize CIP requests. Specifically, the Committee reviews the priority ranking given to each project identified in the planning document as well as the year in which the project is slated to be implemented.

You don't need special knowledge or expertise to be a constructive team member. Team members represent their opinion only; however, that opinion has been shaped by other members of our community.

What the CIP Committee does not do is make financial decisions on which projects will or will not be funded. These decisions are ultimately made by the City Manager and the Governing Body.

The City will receive the valuable benefit of citizen input through your participation as a CIP Committee Team member. Moreover, you have the ability to help shape the future of Garden City by assisting the City in identifying and selecting projects that meet the needs of the community.

As a CIP Committee Team member, you will receive exposure into the inner workings of one of the most important work processes of your local government. In addition, you have the deepest thanks of Elected Officials, City Staff, and your fellow friends and neighbors.

You may obtain both at the Department of Motor Vehicles, located at 2506 North John Street. You can contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at 620-276-8411.

You can obtain a marriage license at Finney County District Court, located at 425 North 8th Street. Contact the Finney County District Court at 620-271-6120.

You can pay for your car tags/vehicle registration and/or property taxes at the Finney County Administration Building located at 311 North 9th Street. Contact the Finney County Administration building at 620-272-3559 or visit the Finney County website.

We have a Rent-A-Truck Program for a fee or the City will haul it off for a fee.

Spring cleanup occurs the first two weeks in April and the fall cleanup occurs the first two weeks in October.

Cloudy water commonly is caused by air in the water.

The Wastewater Treatment Facility processes Class B Bio-Solids, which are treated, but still contain detectable levels of pathogens. This Class is authorized for some crop use, however, use by the general public for fertilizer is not authorized. Even for farming use there are buffer requirements, public access and crop harvesting restrictions. Please contact Anca Jucan, Laboratory Analyst at 276-1280 for information regarding Bio-Solids Land Application requirements.

You may call the Service and Finance Department for the City of Garden City at 620-276-1100.

A sewer backflow prevention device allows water and materials that back up to escape through the cleanout rather than flowing into the home. Many backup prevention devices can be installed by the homeowner or a plumber. If not already installed, this item will be required if you remodel or add a bathroom to your home.

You may report any outages, downed lines, partial power, broken street lights, or other electrical problems the City of Garden City would be responsible for to us at 620-276-1290, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. After hours please call the Garden City Law Enforcement Center at 620-276-1300.

It means our Flex Net System detected higher than normal usage on your meter along with constant usage as well.

The City will notify residents and businesses prior to performing sewer line maintenance in their area by leaving a door knocker with the dates and times of said maintenance. Sewer lines can develop air pressure or a partial vacuum from the cleaning process. Usually any excess air pressure or vacuum will dissipate through the plumbing vents, but occasionally there are facilities with inadequate plumbing vents (i.e., no vents, undersized vents or obstructed vents). In the case of inadequate venting, air pressure could escape through the toilet, floor, sink, tub or shower drains, causing water to splash out or, a vacuum could draw the water out of the fixture traps causing and unpleasant odor. To guard against this possibility: cover all floor drains with plastic and place a weight on the plastic, cover all toilets with plastic and close the lid on the plastic, and for odor, run water into each drain to refill the traps.

When routine sewer line maintenance is performed on the City sewer mains, it is not uncommon for the vacuuming process to draw the water out of your fixtures, causing an unpleasant odor. To eliminate this odor it is recommended to run water into each drain to refill the traps. Opening windows or dispersing a small amount of liquid cleaner, such as Pine-Sol into the drains can also help eradicate the odor more quickly. Occasionally, pervasive sewer odor is an indication of a more serious problem and may require inspection. The City will respond to a sewer odor complaint upon receipt of a service request.

The City performs routine sewer main line inspection with the use of a TV Inspection camera unit. If, during the course of these inspections, a blockage is discovered in a service connection, the City will send a notification letter to the residence or business owner, along with a photograph of the blockage. Upon receipt of said notification, the City recommends you call a professional plumber.

For a list of licensed plumbers, contact Community Development at 276-1170.

For questions regarding utility billing please contact the City of Garden City's Service and Finance department at 276-1100.

You may call Kansas One-Call at 800-DIG SAFE (800-244-7233).

The City Wastewater Collections Department has a combination Jet/Vac unit and a CCTV Inspection unit that can be used to check for or remove blockage in the City sewer mains; however, this equipment cannot be used to clean or inspect private service lines. If your service line is running slow or is backing up, it is recommended you call a professional plumber.

The City will use its equipment to check the sewer main to ensure there is no blockage in the City's line.

For a list of licensed plumbers, contact Community Development at 276-1170.

No. They are two completely separate drainage systems. Wastewater from your sinks, showers, toilets, and washing machines will travel through the sanitary sewer system to the Wastewater Treatment Plant where it will be extensively treated before being discharged into the Arkansas River. On the other hand, the water entering the storm drains flows untreated, directly to the Arkansas River.

The City of Garden City has a volunteer storm drain marking program for local organizations. For more information, email the Storm Water Coordinator or call 620-276-1120.

Part of the Phase II requirements is marking storm drain inlets. These are placed to remind people that anything dumped in the gutters or storm drains could end up in the Arkansas River. The city is inviting local clubs and organizations to assist the city by spending a couple of hours with a staff member marking drains and passing out information in residential areas. If this is something you are interested in finding out more about, email the Storm Water Coordinator or call 620-276-1120. If you see an unmarked storm drain contact us and we will check to see if it was missed or if your area has yet to be done.

Read the informational brochure: Solution to Pollution (PDF).

No. Pet waste carries bacteria that harm humans and other animals. When left on the ground it can contaminate rain or snow runoff as it travels to the storm drains. Pet waste should be picked up and disposed of in the sanitary sewer or trash containers. Contrary to what most people believe pet waste is not natural for our environment, especially when being dumped into the river. Additionally allowing pet waste to accumulate is prohibited by local pet ordinances and can result in a citation being issued by Animal Control.

Read the informational brochure: Pet Owners (PDF).

The City recognizes and shares the pride many people take in their vehicles and understand that you enjoy washing them at home. If done on the driveway this results in soap and chemicals entering the storm drains and eventually draining to the Arkansas River. Commercial car washes are connected to the sanitary sewer system and the soap and chemicals flow to the treatment plant instead of the river.

Read the informational brochure: Car Wash (PDF).

Leaves, grass and sediment (sand and soil) swept or washed into the gutters and storm drains clog the system reducing flow during rain events and requiring increased maintenance. These can also provide a breeding ground for insects and rodents.

No. Paintbrushes and other equipment should be cleaned in a sink. Old paint should not be poured out outside.

Read the informational brochure: Household Waste (PDF).

Rain and snow are not to blame for the stormwater runoff problems. In fact, rainfall and snowfall are completely natural. The problem is the pollution that contaminates runoff during its journey over streets, parking lots, driveways, and other impervious surfaces. Stormwater can also pick up fertilizers, chemicals, and pet waste from lawns and landscape areas.

You can make a significant difference in storm water quality simply by changing a few practices at home and work:

• Avoid over watering and watering over pavement.
• Mulch grass clippings into your lawn or begin composting your organic waste.
• Pick up your pet waste and flush it down the toilet or dispose of it in the trash.
• Recycle.
• Sweep dirt onto the lawn and pick up any litter you find.
• Wash your car at a commercial car wash or on the lawn.
• When fertilizing follow instructions, sweep up any excess and avoid fertilizing before it rains.

A storm drain's sole purpose is to collect unpolluted storm water runoff and transport it to the Arkansas River. Dumping anything into the gutters or storm drains is illegal. To report illegal dumping or other storm drain related concerns call the Storm Water Hotline at 620-276-1120 or email the Storm Water Coordinator. If you feel you can talk to the person it may just be a matter of talking to him or her and explaining the detrimental effects it could have.

NPDES stands for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, which is the compliance system for the EPA's Clean Water Act. NPDES is divided into two phases. Phase I regulates cities of 100,000 or more. Phase II covers cities of less than 100,000 like Garden City. NPDES requires that storm water discharging to waters of the United States (in our case the Arkansas River) meet minimum federal water quality requirements. More information about the NPDES can be found at the Kansas Department of Health and Environment website.

Runoff is water in the street gutter and storm drain system. Easily the largest contributors to runoff are rain and snow melt, but they can also be the excessive irrigation of lawns and landscape areas and washing vehicles on paved surfaces that drain to the street.

Read the informational brochure: Stormwater Quality for Businesses (PDF).

The city has ordinances prohibiting unlawful dumping into storm drains. Enforcement of these ordinances is part of the Phase II program and the City encourages you to report any concerns to the Storm Water Hotline at 620-276-1120 or email the Storm Water Coordinator so the problem can be investigated and the appropriate action taken. After hours, contact the Police Department at 620-276-1300.

Read the informational brochure: Protecting Water Quality (PDF).

The city has placed programs on channel 8, developed informational brochures with local, state, and federal information, including many links to interesting websites on storm water and related issues. In addition the city has is conducting a survey about storm water issues and staff members are available to give presentations.

Informational brochures: 

• Free groundwater awareness trivia app: WATER1DER APP
• Car wash (PDF)
• Household Waste (PDF)
• Pet Owners (PDF)
• Protecting Water Quality (PDF)
• Solution to Pollution (PDF)
• Stormwater Quality for Businesses (PDF)

Oils, antifreeze, fertilizers, pesticides, human and animal waste, paint products, sediment, lawn debris (grass and leaves), trash, and other debris are commonly found in the storm drain system.

Read the informational brochure: Solution to Pollution (PDF).

Storm water pollution problems can be reduced or prevented through responsible and efficient practices of citizens, property owners, businesses, and even governmental agencies, such as the city and county.

Read the informational brochures: Solution to Pollution (PDF), Stormwater Quality for Businesses (PDF).

Because of the variation of rain and snowfall amounts and runoff volume, a storm water treatment facility is economically infeasible.

Everyone should be concerned about storm water quality because what we put down storm drains could end up in the Arkansas River. Besides being potentially harmful to our own area what we do affects people downstream. And we all live downstream from somebody.

1. Contact the Garden City Municipal Court to see if a bench warrant has been issued for your arrest. 
2. If a bench warrant has been issued, you can call the office to schedule an in-person appearance. Your warrant will remain active until you appear in person and the judge decides to lift it.
3. You can email the judge to request approval to vacate your bench warrant.
4. You can turn yourself into the Finney County Jail and post a bond for release.

The fines are set by City ordinance or in the Municipal Court fine schedule (PDF). The court costs are set by ordinance and are assessed for the Municipal Court's administrative costs, as well as costs required by the State of Kansas.

Municipal Court enforces violations of City ordinances for traffic and ordinance violations, such as nuisance, zoning, and fire code violations.

Municipal Court enforces violations of City ordinances for traffic, misdemeanor, and other types of cases, such as fire, code, and parking violations.

You always have the right to an attorney, but you are not required to have an attorney represent you. 

People are seen in the order they arrive. If you are late, you will be allowed only one continuance at the window without the judge’s approval. Your items will be searched.

1. Attorney Options
   1. Contract attorney – you always have the right to hire your attorney.
   2. Court-appointed attorney – if you cannot afford to hire an attorney and you are facing a jail sentence, you may apply for a court-appointed attorney in court. The judge will determine whether or not you qualify based on your income.
   3. Waiver – if you do not wish to have an attorney represent you, you may waive your right to an attorney. 
2. Plea Types
   1. Guilty – you are stating in which you agree you have committed the crime charged against you and you will be convicted.
   2. Not Guilty – you are asking the court to set the matter for trial and to require the City to prove it’s case against you beyond a reasonable doubt.
   3. No Contest – you neither admit nor deny the charges against you but by entering this plea you understand you will be convicted based on the City providing the court with a factual basis for a finding of guilt.
3. Trial
   1. You have the right to a trial and to have the City prove its case against you beyond a reasonable doubt.
   2. You have the right to call witnesses on your behalf and to confront any witnesses against you.
   3. You have the right to remain silent. You are not required to testify at your trial. If you choose not to testify, your silence will not be used against you in determining whether or not you should be convicted. 

7. Appeal
   1. You have the right to appeal any convictions of the Garden City Municipal Court to the Finney County District Court. You can contact the Garden City Municipal Court for the appearance bond amount or any other instructions on this process.
   2. If you can’t make it to court, please send a request for a continuance here at municipal.court@gardencityks.us

Apply online here.

For benefit information, contact the Human Resources Department at 620-276-1175.

Visit the Departments page or the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

Citizens wishing the Commission to review a particular item should send a written request to the City Clerk, P.O. Box 998, Garden City, KS 67846. Items can also be submitted via city.clerk@gardencityks.us. Items will be reviewed in order to determine whether they should be addressed administratively, referred to a board or commission, or added to an upcoming Commission agenda.

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