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County commission rejects jail project bid for second time

info2019-12-09T00:50:23-06:00December 9th, 2019|

Lyon County Commissioners rejected a project bid for a hot water system replacement at the county jail during a brief action session Thursday morning. Offered by SGI of Liberty, Missouri, the proposed bid came in at a higher rate than engineers anticipated, forcing a unanimous “no” vote. The meeting marked the second time commissioners were forced to reject a bid on the project due to cost. “It’s frustrating, being that this is the second time we’ve had to put it out for bid,” Commissioner Dan Slater said. “The first time, we only got one bid from a single company, and a [...]

Lake Fort Scott residents will pay more for sewer service

info2019-12-09T00:45:47-06:00December 9th, 2019|

Sewer customers in the Lake Sewer District No. 1 at Lake Fort Scott will see rate hikes next year. After hearing remarks from City Manager Dave Martin Tuesday, Fort Scott City commissioners approved increasing the user rate for lake sewer customers from $15.77 per month based on 3,000 gallons for each residence, to a base rate of $22.79 per month per 2,300 gallons of water metered, and $2.12 for water metered beyond the base rate per 750 gallons. See the print or online edition of the Tribune for complete story. (Read more: Fort Scott Tribune)

Energy audit completed, city signs contract to begin money-saving projects

info2019-12-09T00:26:45-06:00December 9th, 2019|

Fort Scott City Commissioners took another step Tuesday in saving money for the city on energy costs. Commissioners approved a resolution for an energy services contract with Schneider Electric as well as an ordinance establishing a lease purchase transaction with the company. According to a Dec. 4 news release from Schneider Electric, the city-wide infrastructure revitalization project will “drive economic development and enhance city buildings.” (Read more: Fort Scott Tribune)

What’s the future for Century II?

info2019-12-09T00:25:10-06:00December 9th, 2019|

It’s something that’s been a hot topic around town for years now... What is the future for Century II? “It really is a once in 100 year moment for us to look at this part of our city and figure it out,” said Jon Rolph, member of the Riverfront Legacy Master Plan. All kinds of suggestions and ideas have been flying around on social media, everything from the infamous aquarium idea that went viral, to Bill Warren offering to step in and help. “I’ve had conversations with Bill. We reached out and are setting up a meeting with him to see if there’s really [...]

City Council to vote on new union contract that includes pay raise for Wichita Firefighters

info2019-12-09T06:28:58-06:00December 9th, 2019|

Hundreds of Wichita firefighters may soon get a bump in their paychecks. Next week the Wichita City Council is expected to vote on a new contract with IAFF Local 135, the Wichita Firefighters Union. The three-year contract calls for 2.5% raise plus a 1.5% general pay adjustment. (Read more: KSN-TV)

Sidewalk Reimbursement Available in Lakin & Deerfield

info2019-12-06T15:58:57-06:00December 6th, 2019|

Replacing or adding sidewalks in front or on the side of your house has never been easier in Kearny County. Thanks to the Pathways to a Healthy Kansas grant, the sidewalk reimbursement rate has doubled and is now $8.00 per linear foot. (Source: Lakin Independent)

Cheney is the first municipality to pass a T21 policy in Sedgwick County and the 24th T21 policy to pass in Kansas

info2019-12-06T07:53:49-06:00December 6th, 2019|

On November 14th, City Council adopted a Tobacco 21 Ordinance raising the age from 18 to 21 for anyone to possess or purchase electronic cigarettes, cigarettes or tobacco in the City of Cheney. Our Council was presented information in October from our School District about the growing number students vaping and using other tobacco products and also received facts from the Tobacco Control Coordinator including “85% of daily adult smokers are smoking daily before the age of 21”. Police Chief Ken Winter, who also serves on the Executive Law Enforcement Advisory Board for DARE America stated, “I’m pleased that the Cheney [...]

Neighbors lose one fight against proposed events center, battle continues

info2019-12-05T22:10:51-06:00December 5th, 2019|

Wichitans who live near 37th and Woodlawn are saying "not in my neighborhood" about a proposed event center. Thursday they had a chance ask the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission to stop the development before it begins. Developers Levi Bond and Jake Hartman want to build what they call a wedding venue on the property along 37th St. The location backs up to natural wetlands and is surrounded by residential neighborhoods. (Read more: KAKE - News)

Tax fund that hasn’t been used since 2003 would reduce property taxes

info2019-12-05T22:09:45-06:00December 5th, 2019|

The Governor’s Council on Tax Reform met Tuesday to make recommendations to Governor Kelly ahead of the 2020 legislative session. The council is recommending that a tax reduction fund be restarted after not being used for nearly 17 years. The Local Ad Valorem Tax Reduction Fund has been in place for years, a percentage of the state sales tax is supposed to be distributed across the state. “That goes to the local governments in order for them to reduce mill levies and reduce the property tax in local governments, whether they’re cities or counties,” explained Senator Steve Morris, Chair of the [...]

Shawnee to draft Tobacco 21 ordinance, regulate locations of future vape stores within city limits

info2019-12-05T22:10:15-06:00December 5th, 2019|

The Shawnee city council has directed city staff to draft a Tobacco 21 ordinance that would raise the age to purchase tobacco products from 18 to 21. Shawnee is one of the last cities in northeast Johnson County not to have passed a Tobacco 21 ordinance. Proponents and opponents alike noted that as a result, Shawnee has become a safe haven for tobacco and vape users between the age of 18 and 21 and the businesses that cater to this age group. (Read more: Prairie Village Post)