Governor Kelly Orders State Office Buildings Closed Monday for State Employees in Shawnee County Due to Winter Storm

TOPEKA - Due to safety concerns regarding winter conditions resulting from the ongoing winter storm, Governor Kelly has issued a Declaration of Inclement Weather for Shawnee County, ordering state office buildings in Shawnee County to be closed on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.

The declaration takes effect at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 5 and lasts through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6.   A reassessment of weather conditions will be made on Monday to determine if the declaration will be extended further.

"Due to the potential for hazardous road conditions and dangerously cold temperatures, we are closing state office buildings in Shawnee County on Monday," Governor Laura Kelly said. "Non-essential travel is strongly discouraged. If travel is absolutely necessary, please exercise extreme caution and allow road crews and emergency personnel enough space to perform their duties safely.”

This declaration applies to all non-essential state employees in Executive Branch agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction who work in Shawnee County. Appointing authorities in offices located outside Shawnee County have the option to declare Inclement Weather for those counties. 

During the period of Inclement Weather, essential employees are required to report to work as normal. Benefits-eligible non-essential employees should record Inclement Weather Leave during the period of Inclement Weather. Remote work is not being required.

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