The City of Abilene, Kansas is a city located near the Flint Hills of Kansas. Abilene is located about 25 miles west of Junction City, 32 miles west of Fort Riley (home of Big Red One), and 30 miles east of the regional center of Salina. Abilene has a population of approximately 6,800 people. Attractions in Abilene include the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Old Abilene Town, the Greyhound Museum, and the Seeley Mansion. The City is governed by a five member Commission that is responsible for creating policy to guide the community and organization. The City Manager is charged with the daily management and administration of the organization. The City manages a $16.7 million operating budget that provides various services to the community. Such services include: Government Administration Fire and Rescue Parks and Recreation Community Development Economic Development Law Enforcement Tourism Water Services Sanitary Sewer Services Street Maintenance