We lead
by serving
We lead by serving
Governing Body
The mayor and city council form the City of Gardner Governing Body. This group is responsible for establishing and enforcing all municipal laws, ensuring city services meet the desires and needs of the community, and formulating policies that guide the operation of the organization. To help meet these objectives, the governing body established four long-term strategic goals to guide their vision and funding decisions for Gardner, Kansas. The following goals set the priorities for the organization and help bring plans and projects to fruition:
Steve Shute
Mayor
Todd Winters
Council President
Mark Baldwin
Council VP
Kacy Deaton
Councilmember
Randy Gregorcyk
Councilmember
Tory Roberts
Councilmember
City Leadership
Jim Pruetting
City Administrator
Amy Nasta
Deputy City Administrator
David Knopick
Community Development Director
Matthew Wolff
Finance Director
Jason Bruce
Parks & Recreation Director
Jay Belcher
Police Chief
Kellen Headlee
Public Works Director
Gonzalo Garcia
Utility Director
Mission
To provide exceptional services to benefit and enrich the community.
Vision
We are recognized as a high-performing progressive organization
setting the bar for excellence in service delivery.
Values
Commitment
We are passionate about the services we provide. We are loyal to our employees, dedicated to our customers, and steadfast about accomplishing the vision and mission of the organization and community.
Integrity
We are ethical, honest and transparent in our communications and actions.
Professionalism
We incorporate industry best practices, achieve desired results and foster respectful relationships.
Stewardship
We responsibly plan, manage, care for and enhance the community’s resources.
A job well-done!
We want to recognize and show gratitude to our 2020/2021 retirees for their leadership and commitment to our vision, mission and values.
Mike Kessler
Chief Operator
Water Division
Nearly 37 years of service
(Retired Dec. 25, 2020)
Mike played an instrumental role for the city, helping to provide safe and clean drinking water to the Gardner community.
Jerry Sicks
Plant Operator
Water Division
Nearly 31 years of service
(Retired Jan. 8, 2021)
Jerry effectively operated equipment to purify and clarify water to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Lynn Atchison
Patrol Sergeant
Police Department
27 years of service
(Retired Dec. 31, 2020)
Lynn dedicated his career to serving the community and keeping Gardner safe. He worked in several public safety capacities before retiring as Patrol Sergeant, including Public Safety Officer, Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer and Range Master.
Greg Eytcheson
I.T. Manager
Admin. Department
Nearly 6 years of service
(Retired Dec. 30, 2020)
Greg was responsible for managing IT staff and coordinating all the organization’s computer systems, ensuring all hardware, software, networks, and related applications work correctly and efficiently.