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Mulvane school board approves land purchase for future district use

info2022-02-28T01:20:21-06:00February 28th, 2022|

After an initial search started five years ago, the Mulvane school district took action on a perceived need recently – with the school board approving a real estate purchase of 92 acres for future expansion at its Feb. 14 meeting. The land purchased sits just east of Mulvane High School (1900 N. Rock Rd.), on the other side of Country Walk Estates, comprising 92 acres of farm ground currently. USD 263 Superintendent Dr. Jay Ensley said the land acquisition would serve for “future development of schools,” with no immediate construction plans on the horizon. While previous reports stated the site would [...]

Development amendment adjusts cap to $17.2 million

info2022-02-28T01:16:04-06:00February 28th, 2022|

Council members passed the second amended and restated development agreement with the Grata Development February 21 at their council meeting. Grata Development received rezoning approval from the Gardner City Council for a $200 million mixed-use development located at the southeast corner of 175th St. and I-35 in Gardner in October, 2019. The first amendment to the agreement was passed Oct. 19, 2020. The second amendment changes include removing the developer’s de-annexation remedy, removing the issuance of CID bonds and the payment associated with the interest, increasing the common CID Cap to allow reimbursable expense in lieu of interest and clarifying the [...]

$5,000,000 going into Kansas infrastructure

info2022-02-28T01:14:18-06:00February 28th, 2022|

New efforts are underway to improve Kansas infrastructure. Governor Laura Kelly recently announced more than five million dollars will be going towards improving locally owned bridges across the state. This will be part of the Kansas Local Bridge Improvement Program. 29 projects have been announced, including two in Southeast Kansas. In Cherokee County this will involve the bridge over Brush Creek on East Maple Street outside Columbus. Source: KSNF/KODE

Haven names new school district superintendent

info2022-02-27T15:10:19-06:00February 27th, 2022|

Friday afternoon, the Haven Board of Education unanimously agreed to offer Craig Idacavage Haven USD 312's superintendent position. Idacavage said he readily accepted the position and will begin his 2022-2023 term this fall. ... Idacavage is currently the David Brewer Elementary School principal. "I'm at that point in my career professionally, where my family and I are ready for that next step, for that next challenge," Idacavage said. After serving as a principal for 17 years and a teacher for more, he looked toward the superintendent position at Haven to move up in education and move closer to family in the [...]

Lawrence leaders to consider hiring architecture firm to help develop permanent version of downtown outdoor dining program

info2022-02-27T14:26:54-06:00February 27th, 2022|

City leaders will soon consider hiring an architecture firm to help develop a long-term version of a program that has allowed downtown businesses to construct patios and outdoor dining areas in parking stalls during the coronavirus pandemic. As part of its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City Commission will consider authorizing city staff to proceed with development of a long-term “parklet” program with the consultation of a local architectural firm. The commission will also consider adding new regulations to the temporary version of the program. Source: LJWorld.com

Municipal Bond Trends for February 25, 2022

info2022-02-27T14:25:36-06:00February 27th, 2022|

The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS "investment grade" yields. Every issuer's credit is different. For rates that may be applicable to your municipality, contact our Municipal Bond Advisors, Larry Kleeman and Beth Warren.

Madison advances water, sewer plant backup plans

info2022-02-27T14:24:23-06:00February 27th, 2022|

The Madison City Council faced a fuel question Friday afternoon: propane, natural gas or diesel? “I don’t think we want diesel,” Council member Earl Murphy said during a special meeting,. “It doesn’t keep in storage.” The rest of the council agreed, voting to apply for a propane generator for the city water plant and natural gas to power the city sewer plant. Source: Emporia Gazette

WPD Launches Campaign Focusing on Social Media Drug Sales Among Juveniles

info2022-02-27T14:23:37-06:00February 27th, 2022|

The Wichita Police Department’s Juvenile Intervention Unit has launched a social media campaign to bring awareness of drug sales by juveniles via social media. Officer Alex Avendano with the JIU created a video (below) highlighting the campaign’s focus, which it to alert parents and juveniles of the dangers of drug sales that are set-up on social media. These drug sales have resulted in shootings and/or homicides. Source: Country 101.3 KFDI

Emporia PD trains officers in use of Narcan

info2022-02-27T14:22:49-06:00February 27th, 2022|

All officers within the Emporia Police Department will soon be trained in the use of Narcan, Captain Ray Mattas announced Thursday. Narcan is used to help neutralize the effects of narcotics during a drug overdose and can be vital is saving someone’s life when they are in this medical emergency. According to a written release, the Emporia Police Department responded to nine known drug overdose calls from illicit drugs between Feb. 1, 2021 — Feb. 1, 2022. Two of the overdose calls were from fentanyl, four from LSD, two from methamphetamine, two from heroine and one overdose from prescription narcotics. Source: [...]

Gardner growth continues despite COVID-19

info2022-02-27T14:22:07-06:00February 27th, 2022|

Last year was marked by many successes despite the impacts of the ongoing pandemic. Through the guidance of the governing body and the efforts of staff, the City of Gardner made significant strides in increasing our economy, improving citizen services and addressing the infrastructure needs of our growing community. Residential development continues to thrive, accommodating our increased population. According to the Census results last year, more than 23,000 people now call Gardner home- a nearly 18 percent increase from the previous Census, which speaks to the need for more housing options. Last year, 134 housing units were built or under construction, [...]

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