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High-Speed Internet Grant Application Window Opens July 18 (Webinar on July 21)

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Governor Laura Kelly announced today that more than 21,000 Kansas homes and businesses are set to receive high-speed internet access for the first time thanks to an $83.5 million grant program through the Kansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Broadband Development. The new grant program results from the U.S. Department of Treasury’s approval of Kansas’ Coronavirus Capital Projects Fund (CPF) broadband infrastructure plan. ... The Kansas CPF broadband infrastructure grant application window will be open for four weeks beginning July 18. A full list of program guidelines and the application will be posted on the Office of Broadband Development’s website next week. The Office [...]

County recycling might change destination

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Recyclable materials from Marion County may soon be taken to a recycling center at Fort Riley instead on one in South Hutchinson that charges $120 a ton. Josh Housman, director of the county transfer station, told commissioners Monday that Fort Riley contacted him and was willing to start taking county recycling, apparently for free. Making the change would not be instant, however. Source: HILLSBORO Star-Journal

Panasonic battery project likely to create major demand for growth in Eudora, Lawrence, leaders say

info2022-07-14T08:00:35-05:00July 14th, 2022|

About a century ago, Wichita began to learn what being in on the ground floor of the aviation industry could do for an economy. Now, there are predictions Douglas County and the surrounding area may soon experience a similar boom by being an early player in the electric vehicle industry. “I don’t think the idea of how much potential there is for growth is really understood by the public yet,” Eudora Mayor Tim Reazin said as Panasonic Corp. announced Wednesday that it plans to build a $4 billion battery plant for electric vehicles in De Soto, which is only about 5 [...]

Municipal Bond Trends for July 13, 2022

info2022-07-15T07:38:02-05:00July 14th, 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.

Governor Kelly signs multi-state commitment to expand computer science education

info2022-07-14T07:39:12-05:00July 13th, 2022|

TGovernor Laura Kelly recently signed onto a multi-state agreement to expand computer science education in K-12 schools. The agreement, spearheaded by the National Governors Association, comes after Gov. Kelly signed bipartisan House Bill 2466 in May to promote computer science education, provide training for current and aspiring computer science teachers, and create a pilot program to assist students in their transition to the workforce. “Promoting K-12 computer science education is one more way my administration is working to prepare our students for the future,” Gov. Kelly said. Source: Derby Informer | News

KDOT supports ‘Safe Streets’ grant applications

info2022-07-14T07:39:33-05:00July 13th, 2022|

The Kansas Department of Transportation is encouraging cities, counties and other local entities to submit a grant application to the 2022 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A), a new U.S. DOT discretionary grant program. The SS4A program and the new Kansas SS4A Match Pilot Program represent an opportunity to leverage federal and state funding to create safety plans for city streets and county roads. Once Safety Action Plans are completed, projects identified in the plans may be eligible for future federal grants or other project funding through KDOT. State funding provided by the KDOT pilot program will contribute to the [...]

KCK resident hopes closing ‘Bank of KDOT’ will improve safety of Interstate 70 tight curve

info2022-07-14T07:40:17-05:00July 13th, 2022|

As Interstate 70 exits Kansas and enters Missouri, a tight right-angle curve is a sight of many accidents over the years, Leo Eilts has witnessed. Eilts, a resident of the Strawberry Hill neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas, bought a building 16 years ago with a fantastic view overlooking the point where the Kansas and Missouri river meet. He quickly found his building offered a less pleasant view of accidents along that harrowing curve and fixed his security cameras on the point. “I have a front row seat to a massive demolition derby just down from my building,” Eilts said. Source: Atchison [...]

KCC Launches Website Focused on Shaping Energy Efficiency Programs, Incentives

info2022-07-14T07:41:09-05:00July 13th, 2022|

The Kansas Corporation Commission has launched Energy Smart Kansas, a website devoted to helping shape the future of energy efficiency opportunities in the state. Kansans can provide feedback about which programs and potential rebates they are interested in. They will also find information on current state and federal offerings. With record-high temperatures and rising energy costs, the KCC is inviting all Kansans to share their feedback on how energy efficiency can help provide solutions for their energy needs and equip them with the tools to save money and energy in their homes and workplaces. You can learn more or participate by [...]

Kansas Infrastructure Summit begins in Wichita

info2022-07-14T07:41:56-05:00July 13th, 2022|

Local government and business leaders from across Kansas are gathering in Wichita for the first-ever Kansas Infrastructure Summit. It’s being held through Thursday at the Wichita State University Hughes Metropolitan Complex. More than 650 people are learning about grant opportunities from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which will provide close to $3.8 billion in direct funds over the next five years for transportation, water, energy, and broadband projects. Kansas Governor Laura Kelly welcomed the participants Wednesday morning and said the summit will develop a strategy on how Kansas can be strengthened for years to come. The people at the conference are hearing [...]

Riley County area emergency personnel conduct annual active violence training

info2022-07-14T07:42:51-05:00July 13th, 2022|

Riley County first responders started three-day-long training exercises yesterday (Tuesday) to help improve response times and interagency coordination in the event of an active violence scenario. Members of RCPD, Manhattan Fire Department, Riley County EMS, KSU PD, volunteers, representatives from USD 383 and other law enforcement partners gathered at Anthony Middle School for this year’s training. Riley County EMS Assistant Director Josh Gering said that this training is extremely valuable and would not be possible without the support of USD 383. “Riley County is very lucky. We are unique in the state of Kansas by doing this annually and doing it [...]

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