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Following study, changes to Lawrence stoplight timings aim to improve traffic flow on main corridors

info2020-09-22T07:59:20-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

Upcoming changes to traffic signals along some of the city’s main corridors will aim to decrease the time motorists spend sitting behind red lights and improve traffic flow throughout the city. Olsson, an engineering and design firm hired by the city, is making adjustments to the timing and function of traffic signals following an approximately yearlong study of traffic patterns. The changes will be made to 23rd Street/Clinton Parkway and Iowa Street and will be implemented over the next two weeks beginning on Tuesday. Source: LJWorld.com.

Overland Park Convention Center on track to lose $2.6 million due to COVID-19 cancellations

info2020-09-22T07:55:33-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

Because of coronavirus-related cancellations, the Overland Park Convention Center is on target to lose $2.6 million to $2.7 million this year, said Brett Mitchell, the center’s general manager. Mitchell presented a grim semi-annual report to the city council’s Finance, Administration and Economic Development Committee last week, saying canceled shows and the center’s complete closure from April to June have meant the center will only be bringing in a small fraction of its normal revenue. The center could typically expect a net annual income of about $500,000, and was on track towards that target before the pandemic hit the Kansas City metro [...]

Lenexa’s inaugural pickleball tournament raises $5,000

info2020-09-22T07:55:13-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

Lenexa’s inaugural Swingin’ for a Scholarship Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser earlier this month raised $5,010 and drew in nearly 200 pickleball players to participate. Logan Wagler, deputy director of parks and recreation, said that in total, 96 teams and 192 participants joined in the tournament, which took place at the Lenexa Rec Center due to inclement weather. “The turnout was amazing and some great pickleball was on display,” Wagler said. Source: Prairie Village Post

All in plein sight: Overland Park-based art competition went wide open this year

info2020-09-22T07:54:40-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

Painting outside seems like a perfect social distancing pursuit, but the Stems Plein Air Paint is usually anything but solitary. The annual Overland Park-based art competition went ahead this year — but with some major modifications. The competition started about 12 years ago as part of the Stems: A Garden Soirée fundraiser held by the non-profit Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park. The event supported the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead and the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, as well as various city art installations. In the past, artists have had to create their works outside, either at the Farmstead [...]

Municipal Bond Trends for September 21, 2020

info2020-09-22T07:53:25-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

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.

Riley County Law Board approves early purchase of new RCPD vehicles

info2020-09-22T07:28:02-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

Rather than waiting until January to purchase vehicles for its fleet, the Riley County Law Board is allowing RCPD to do so now to ensure they can fulfill their request. The Law Board gave the police department early permission to use funds from its 2021 budget to purchase seven 2021 Dodge Durango SUVs totaling about $292,000. RCPD Director Dennis Butler says they had to submit a request now, due to the manufacturer shutting down production for an extended period this year. “It delayed just everything and so the guidance we received from them was that if we wanted to receive vehicles [...]

JoCo firefighter, girlfriend recognized by Board of County Commissioners for rescuing three people on Kansas River

info2020-09-22T07:22:41-05:00September 22nd, 2020|

Andrew Eccles and his girlfriend, Breanna Shannon, were fishing on the Kansas River on Aug. 22 when they saw several people in need of help. Eccles, an off-duty Johnson County firefighter, and Shannon ended up saving three lives that day. The Board of County Commissioners last week recognized the couple for their heroism with medals of courage and honor during the commission meeting. Eccles said he’s glad he was there, but he still mourns for the family he helped. While Eccles and Shannon were able to help rescue two children and an adult, a fourth family member, 11-year-old Rebecca drowned. Source: [...]

Governor voices concerns about increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases

info2020-09-22T07:25:32-05:00September 21st, 2020|

Kansas governor Laura Kelly said Monday she is concerned about the state’s ability to slow the spread of the coronavirus, and she’s concerned about the rise in cases and deaths over the past few weeks. The governor held her weekly news briefing after the state reported an increase of over 1,600 cases from the weekend, bringing the state’s total to almost 54,000 cases with 600 deaths. She said the virus continues to spread at an alarming rate. Kelly said because of certain legislative leaders, Kansas has been left with a patchwork of local mask mandates, instead of a statewide policy like [...]

Buhler school suspending in-person classes because of coronavirus

info2020-09-22T07:25:44-05:00September 21st, 2020|

Because of several positive COVID-19 cases, the Buhler Grade School is closing to in-person classes and will remain closed through September 29th. Reno County health officials said five cases were identified within the school and there are classrooms that need to quarantine. It was decided to close in-person classes through the 29th if no further cases are confirmed. All Buhler Grade School students will be going to a Flex Learning program during the closure. Source: Country 101.3 KFDI

Wyandotte County officials unveil new $27 million juvenile justice center in KCK

info2020-09-22T07:26:06-05:00September 21st, 2020|

Local leaders in Wyandotte County cut the ribbon on a new juvenile justice center Monday. $27 million building is located near 7th and Ann. Until now, kids who got in trouble with the law were housed across the street in a facility that shared a building with adult inmates. A local judge said they want this new center to be focused less on punishment and more on rehabilitation. Source: fox4kc.com | FOX 4 - WDAF