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Virtual McPherson County Hiring Day on Friday

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McPherson County is hosting its first-ever McPherson County Hiring Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, and it’s free to attend. The virtual format offers students and professional job seekers a chance to explore industries and jobs throughout the county, network with 17 local businesses, and learn more about McPherson County lifestyle, housing, and residence, from afar. “McPherson County is an industrial hub of the great plains,” said Kasi Morales, Go McPherson Executive Director. Source: Local - The Hutchinson News

Edgerton swears in their new city clerk

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During the Oct. 8 Edgerton City Council meeting, Alexandria Clower was sworn in as the new city clerk. She replaces Chris Clinton, who had been serving as interim city clerk since February. Clower has served the City of Edgerton as the customer service representative and municipal court clerk for the last two years. Prior to her work in local government, Clower served as a bank teller at Central Bank of the Midwest in Edgerton for five years. She has extensive knowledge about the community and excellent communication and organizational skills. Donald Roberts, Edgerton mayor, and city council members commended Clower on [...]

Inflation comeback may force Fed to abandon easy money policy much sooner than intended, Wall Street forecaster Jim Bianco warns

info2020-10-20T08:04:25-05:00October 20th, 2020|

The Federal Reserve's intention to leave interest rates alone may get sidetracked. According to Wall Street forecaster James Bianco, the backdrop is conducive for an inflation comeback that would force the Fed's hand to tighten and upset the stock market. He sees two major factors sparking inflation: A smaller economy than last year due to the coronavirus lockdowns and the impact of massive monetary and fiscal stimulus. Source: CNBC - Bonds

How Topeka, Kansas, Used Data Modeling to Pave a Stronger Future for Public Works and Residents

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Using data modeling powered by current pavement inventory and condition data, the city of Topeka could better understand its long-range pavement condition and funding needs. The public works department for the city of Topeka, Kansas, was in a position where they needed to reevaluate the effectiveness of their half-cent retail sales tax to fund pavement renewal projects. To add to that, the city also tasked public works with improving their average pavement condition index (or PCI) from 55 to 60 in the next 10 years. They were given a $31 million budget. Source: ICMA.

Municipal Bond Trends for October 19, 2020

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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.

USDA Invests $791,638 in Distance Learning in Osborne County, Kansas

info2020-10-19T08:38:11-05:00October 19th, 2020|

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Kansas Lynne Hinrichsen today announced that USDA is investing $791,638 to provide interactive video conferencing equipment to allow access to students in rural Kansas.... This Rural Development investment will help Osborne County purchase monitors, video and audio conferencing equipment, wiring and software licenses for distance learning upgrades for Paradise Unified School District Number 399. The project will expand educational opportunities for rural residents within the district.

Liquor sales increase as pandemic continues

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Business is booming for one segment of the economy in Kansas during the coronavirus pandemic: liquor stores. At the same time, the increased use of the products found in those stores has not necessarily benefitted people. The Wichita Eagle reported that tax collections on liquor sales at stores are up 17.9 percent from July to September compared to last year, according to data from the Kansas Department of Revenue. Source: Cowley CourierTraveler

Incentive considered to lure home builders to Ark City

info2020-10-19T07:15:12-05:00October 19th, 2020|

Arkansas City Commissioners will consider a resolution Tuesday allowing increased tax rebates for homes built in a housing development in north Ark City. If approved, property owners who build in the Compass Point Addition will be eligible for a 90 percent tax rebate of the first $150,000 of the property value for 10 years. Current city practice allows a 75 percent rebate for seven years. Source: Cowley CourierTraveler

Hoisington offers incentive to curb weekend EMT shortage

info2020-10-19T07:14:29-05:00October 19th, 2020|

In an effort to offset a shortage of weekend emergency medical staff, the Hoisington City Council recently approved a financial incentive to recruit and retain volunteer technicians. Adequate weekend emergency staffing has been an issue for the city. State law mandates all ambulance services providing emergency care (as defined by the rules and regulations adopted by the Kansas Board of EMS) will offer emergency service 24 hours a day, every day of the year. “The problem of being able to provide weekend technician staff has evolved overtime,” said City Manager Jonathan Mitchell. “Trying to develop a solution to get volunteers to [...]

When Lyons officer was shot, this couple rushed in to help

info2020-10-19T07:13:40-05:00October 19th, 2020|

Wyatt Johnson and his girlfriend were driving around Lyons on Friday while she reminisced about her hometown. They were wasting time before a wedding rehearsal. In southeast Lyons, near the home of one of her childhood friends, the couple saw an officer at a door and then heard shots ring out. Sgt. Cory Ryan was responding to a call from a man who was mowing the lawn when he was threatened by a neighboring man with a gun at around 3:40 p.m. The officer arrived at the home of the alleged shooter, 40-year-old Adam Hrabik. Source: KC Star Local News

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