Burden
KansasNo one knew how big Robert F. Burden’s small discovery would become. His adventurous and enterprising spirit led him to Burden, where the fertile fields and neighboring natural spring water were ideal for raising livestock. This Cowley County Kansas town, established in 1879, was named after Robert Burden. The founding vision for the town continues to thrive in this tight-knit community, but don’t be fooled by Burden’s small town appearance. There are always big happenings going on like the annual town birthday celebration and the Burden PRCA Pro Rodeo. Of even greater importance are the friendly locals who value the preservation of hometown town values: helping neighbors, working hard, and enjoying the simple pleasures of life. Ask any resident and you’ll learn there is no better place to live than Burden, Kansas. Close to large city conveniences, life in Burden allows you to escape the daily stresses of life. Small towns spawn big memories. Make memories to last a lifetime in Burden – the Biggest Little town in Kansas!!
- Originally called Burdenville.
- Burden Town Company organized September 24, 1879.
- Robert F. Burden named President of Burden Town Company. Town was later named after
- Burden.
- February 27, 1883 first elected official R.R, Phelps, the mayor.
Town Slogan
Biggest Little Town in Kansas
Fun Facts
Writer Alan Ryker grew up in Burden – writes about the town of Burden in his Vampire of the Plains series
Founded: 1879
Population: 535
County: Cowley
Zip Code: 67019
Elevation: 1,383 ft
Average Temperature:
Summer: 81°
Fall: 60°
Winter: 37°
Spring: 59°
Average Annual Rainfall: 34.8″
Location: 51 miles southeast of Wichita
Latitude: 37° 18′ 46″ N
Longitude: 96° 45′ 14″ W
Governing Body:
Mayor: Duane L. Wingert Jr.
President: Sherrie Conklin
Alisha Miller
Carleta Bolack
Leon Stoval
Chris Cannon
City Employees:
City Clerk: Julia Loving
Treasurer: Amanda Brogan
Maintenance Supervisor: Dale Deets
Maintenance Man: Ryan Mann
Court Clerk: Krysta Lane
Chief of Police: Roger Wilt
Churches
First Baptist Church
423 N. Elm St.
Burden, KS 67019
620-438-2563
United Methodist Church
118 E 6th St
Burden, KS 67019
620-438-2357
Parks
Forest Park – Along Hwy 160, west end of town
620-438-2360
Playground equipment, sand volleyball pit, concrete walking trail and park pavilion
City Swimming Pool
501 W. 4th St. in Forrest Park
620-438-3322
Clubs & Organizations
Burden Arena Association
Burden Dayz Committee
Burden Masonic Lodge
Eastern Cowley County Historical Society
512 N. Main St.
Burden, KS 67019
620-438-3526
Open by appointment only
Eastern Star
4-H
Community Services
Burden Police Emergency: 911
Burden Police Dept. Sheriff Emergency: 911
Cowley County Sheriff Ambulance: 911
Cemeteries:
Burden Cemetery
620.438.2360
Grand Prairie Cemetery
620.438.2360
Rec Department
USD 462 Rec. Commission
Post Office
Burden Post Office
417 N. Main st.
Burden, KS 67019
620-438-2585
Senior Center
Senior Citizen Club
124 W. 7th St.
Burden, KS 67019
620-438-2551
City Office
Burden City Hall
401 N. Main St.
Burden, KS 67019
620-438-2360
Mon-F: 9am-3pm
Community Resources
Notice of Finding of Significant Impact
Ordinance #388 – Nuisance and Dangerous Animals
Ordinance #389 – UPOC
Ordinance #390 – STO
Ordinance #391 – Amending Weed Control Notice to Remove
Ordinance #392 – First Amendment to the SRF Loan
Ordinance #393 – Enhanced Cereal Malt Beverages
Ordinance #396 – UPOC
Ordinance #397 – Court Costs
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