Wellington was first surveyed on April 4, 1871 and named for the Duke of Wellington. It was designated as the permanent seat of Sumner County in 1872, winning over competitor Sumner City. Trading with cattlemen moving their herds up the Chisholm Trail was an important factor in the early economy of the town.
Today, Wellington is still fortunate in its access to transportation facilities; it is served by Interstate 35, Highways US 81 & US 160, the UP and BN & SF railroads and an excellent airport. This area produces vast quantities of winter wheat, with wheat still the driving force behind the local economy. The Railroads and petroleum are also significant, while manufacturing, especially aircraft parts, is continually growing.
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The City Administration Offices will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3, 2009 in observance of Independence Day.
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If you have an emergency please call the Power Plant 326-2561 |
We will reopen with regular business hours on Monday, July 6, 2009. |
The following City of Wellington facilities will be closed Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day:
Recycling Center
Compost Site
Transfer Station/Landfill
The transfer station will be open normal hours on Friday, July 3rd.
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