Silver Lake Eagle Beacon

06/19/2026

Things are happening in Silver Lake
June 19

Juneteenth

8:30 am, Ladies' Prayer & Coffee at Dialogue Coffee House, Silver Lake

6:00 pm, Friday Fun Day at Grade School Ball Diamonds - All ages welcome for wiffleball, kickball, and dodgeball.

06/18/2026

Only 5 Days until the Silver Lake Farmer's Market OPENS

06/18/2026

4th of July
Kids Parade

Start decorating your bikes, strollers and wagons now!

06/18/2026

National Veterinary Appreciation Day – June 18

June 18th marks National Veterinary Appreciation Day, a time to recognize and thank the incredible professionals who care for the animals we love like family. Whether it’s keeping pets healthy with regular checkups or being there in moments of emergency, veterinarians and their dedicated staff play a vital role in our lives.
Silver Lake is fortunate to be home to two exceptional veterinary providers who go above and beyond for pets and their people.

Dr. Shannon Weber, Silver Lake Animal Health Center, LLC
Dr. Shannon Weber, DVM, a proud Silver Lake native and 1995 graduate of Silver Lake High School, leads the team at Silver Lake Animal Health Center, LLC, located at 445 Chestnut Street.

Dr. Weber’s practice offers comprehensive services including preventative care, internal medicine, surgery, and on-site laboratory testing. The clinic also features pet boarding, providing a safe and loving environment for pets while their owners are away.

Beyond her veterinary work, Dr. Weber is an active community member—serving as a 4-H club leader, playing in her church bell choir, and currently serving on the Silver Lake Schools, USD 372 school board.

For appointments or more information, contact Silver Lake Animal Health at 785-582-9551.

Dr. Katherine Mountain, Mountain Veterinary Services
Also residing in and serving the Silver Lake area is Dr. Katherine Mountain of Mountain Veterinary Clinic. While her full-service clinic is located in Topeka, Dr. Mountain offers in-home mobile care for pets in Silver Lake and surrounding communities.

Her flexible, at-your-door service includes routine exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, minor procedures, and more—bringing professional care to your doorstep and reducing stress for pets and their owners. Should a pet need additional treatment, her Topeka location is fully equipped for radiographs, surgery, and extended care.

To reach Dr. Mountain, call 785-233-7664.

06/18/2026

Registration Open

Children are invited to step through the mist and into Rainforest Falls at Bethel Community Church - 2026 Vacation Bible School, located at 6944 NW Landon Road.

Vacation Bible School will be held July 27-31 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm each evening.

Set beneath towering trees, wild waterfalls, and colorful rainforest creatures, Rainforest Falls will take kids on a life-long adventure as they discover the nature of God and learn what it means to be rooted in a relationship with their Creator. Through fun activities, music, lessons, and fellowship, children will explore how God provides a safe place during life's storms.

Families are encouraged to register now and join the adventure.
http://www.bethelchurchks.org/vbs-registration.html

06/18/2026

Work is now underway on the updated playground at Silver Lake Elementary. In April, the Board of Education approved a design/build contract with Mammoth Spearscapes for the project. Construction has begun, and students can look forward to the improved playground when they return.

06/18/2026

Things are happening in Silver Lake
June 18

8:15-10:15 am, Junior High Volleyball Camp, SLGS Gym

6:00 pm, 7-8 Softball, Field 4

6:00 pm, Legion Ball vs. Sabetha
Concession stand open - $7 Hamburger/ Cheesburger Deal or $5 Hot Dog Deal

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Friday Fun Day

Looking for something fun to do Friday night? Grab your friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, teammates, or anyone else ready to have a blast and join us at the Grade School Ball Diamonds starting at 6:00 pm.

We'll be playing Wiffle Ball, Kickball, Dodgeball, and more. Bring a team or form one when you get there. All ages are welcome, and the more people who show up, the more fun we'll have!

And when the games are over, stick around as the Silver Lake Fire Department helps everyone cool off with a refreshing shower from the fire truck!

06/17/2026

Council Meeting Recap

(This is a synopsis of the city council meeting. We will not go into full detail, but we will do our best to hit the hot topics for you. Official minutes will be approved at the next council meeting and then made public on the City website. You can also find the council packets, which include many documents that the council uses to make its decisions. You can also watch the council meeting through the Eagle Beacon page.)

The council meeting was held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at City Hall. All council members were in attendance. Also present were City Clerk Marie Beam, Assistant City Clerk Sarah Glenn and City Attorney Todd Luckman.

A motion was made to approve the agenda

Public Comment
Amber Jackson with the Silver Lake Ball Association spoke to the council about this year’s Summer Fun Series which kicked off on June 12th at Home of the Flint Hills. Each Friday there is a different activity organized for kids and adults alike. They would like to utilize the Community Center for Kids Bingo on June 26th. A motion was made to all Kids Bingo at the Community Center on June 26th and approved by the council.

• Minutes from the June 1, 2026, council meeting were approved.

• Appropriations Ordinance #2666—Appropriations were approved for $26,377.54. (Note, $16,000.00 of that amount was to BG Consultants and will be reimbursed from the water grant.)

Business Items:

1. Skylab Drainage Issue Update
A concern was raised during the April 20th council meeting regarding drainage issues on Skylab. Mayor Bishop says that the city continues to consult with BG Consultants about potential options. Superintendent Cary Dieter states that the drainage pipe will need to be changed from a two-inch pipe to a four-inch pipe.

2. Purchase Request
The public works department requested to purchase asphalt millings for alleys and other needs. He asked for 10 loads at $400 per load, to be delivered on site. The council approved the purchase not to exceed $5000.
He is also requesting to purchase mosquito spray and 300 inlets (floating devices placed into a body of water to kill mosquito larvae). This request was approved not to exceed $4,000.

3. Proposed Budget Timeline
City Clerk Marie Beam stated that she would present the draft budget at the next meeting. The draft budget is an initial financial plan prepared by Beam for the Council to review, make changes to, and approve for the next year.

4. Executive Session – Personnel
10-minute executive session to discuss employee performance.

No motions were made after the council came out of executive session.

Adjourned.

The next council meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 6, 2026, at 5:30 pm at City Hall.