The Lyon County Commission will hear a resolution to designate the county as a Rural Opportunity Zone. Rob Gilligan of Ignite Emporia will discuss the ROZ along with program manager Rachell Rowland of the Kansas Department of Commerce. There are added benefits for residents in ROZ counties, including student loan payment assistance administered by KDC. KDC partners with cities, counties, employers and foundations to pay up to $15,000 in students loans over five years, according to the KDC website. Lyon County currently does not support the student repayment option.
Source: Emporia Gazette
