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Police officer won’t be charged after pedestrian struck, killed in southwest Wichita

info2024-10-07T09:47:58-05:00October 7th, 2024|

A Wichita police officer will not face charges in an incident where a man was struck and killed by police cruiser in southwest Wichita. “Our office has completed its review of the case and determined there is insufficient evidence of criminal liability on part of the officer involved,” Sedgwick County Deputy District Attorney Aaron Breitenbach said in a statement. “As a result, no charges will be filed.” Jeffrey Moss, 51, of Wichita, was on foot crossing West MacArthur in the 1300 block when he was struck by a WPD cruiser driven by a 29-year-old officer heading east shortly before 8 p.m. [...]

A ‘silver lining’ in Wichita’s drought? Cheney water levels low enough to repair dam

info2024-10-07T09:46:46-05:00October 7th, 2024|

The city of Wichita is planning to take advantage of Cheney Reservoir’s historic-low water levels by fixing its crumbling dam. The Wichita City Council on Tuesday approved a $13.85 million project to repair 1.5 miles of soil cement “armor” that protects Cheney Reservoir’s dam. The reservoir, about 30 miles northwest of downtown Wichita, provides up to 80% of the city’s raw water that is then treated and delivered to customers as clean drinking water. “If there’s any silver lining to this drought at all, it’s the ability to go in and make these repairs,” said Gary Janzen, director of public works [...]

City of Lawrence’s downtown ambassadors aim to keep the district clean and current

info2024-10-07T09:45:51-05:00October 7th, 2024|

The City of Lawrence started its Downtown Ambassador Program to get parking staff back to work during the pandemic. Since its return in July 2023, the program has aimed to keep the cultural hub of Lawrence clean, beautified and welcoming. This year alone, parking staff and volunteers have removed more than 1,000 graffiti tags, collected more than 15,000 gallons of trash, maintained more than 200 pieces of city infrastructure and helped more than 200 visitors around the downtown area. Source: The Lawrence Times

Leavenworth hires next City Manager

info2024-10-07T07:39:22-05:00October 7th, 2024|

At the Sept. 24, 2024 meeting, the Leavenworth City Commission hired Scott Peterson as the next City Manager for the City of Leavenworth. Peterson begins his new role Nov. 4. Peterson takes over the job of City Manager after the resignation of Paul Kramer, who served in this role from 2015 through April of this year. ... Peterson is a 2011 K-State graduate and holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Kansas, which he earned in 2014. Peterson comes to the City of Leavenworth with more than 10 years of leadership positions at municipal governments including his [...]

Governor Kelly Announces $6.8M Investment for Nine New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

info2024-10-04T09:28:59-05:00October 4th, 2024|

Governor Laura Kelly announced today that more than $6.8 million in federal funds will be directed to nine new locations selected for the state’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program. These new direct current (DC) fast-charging stations add to Kansas’ existing electronic vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, forming a more complete statewide EV charging network. “These investments enhance Kansas infrastructure and help meet the needs of all who travel throughout our state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “By strengthening our network of electric vehicle charging stations, we are addressing current EV charging needs while preparing for our future demands.” Source: Governor of [...]

Concerns raised over rabies in Kansas

info2024-10-04T09:28:01-05:00October 4th, 2024|

Kansas health officials and the state agriculture department are calling attention to human health risks after a second case of rabies was reported in outdoor cats that were not vaccinated. The cases were reported over the past two weeks in Harvey County and Jewell County, and both involved outdoor cats which exposed multiple humans and other cats. The known human exposures have started rabies post-exposure prophylaxis, a series of five vaccinations to prevent rabies in humans. There have been six positive cases of rabies in cats this year, as well as several cases in wildlife. Both of the cases this month [...]

USD 394 hosting bond forum

info2024-10-04T09:26:51-05:00October 4th, 2024|

Ahead of the Nov. 5 election, in which USD 394 patrons will be voting on a bond issue, the Rose Hill school district is hosting a come and go bond forum at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 7 and 28 in the Rose Hill High School auditorium. Patrons attending can learn more about the Secure and Soar bond, which aims to enhance safety and update district facilities including multi-purpose storm shelters for all buildings, high school auditorium renovations, new wrestling/weight rooms, multi-use turf fields and more. Source: Derby Informer | Area

Commission grapples with social media policies for city personnel, officials

info2024-10-04T09:25:53-05:00October 4th, 2024|

Emporia City Commissioners discussed social media policies for city officials and staff Wednesday afternoon. City Attorney Christina Montgomery said the policy is aimed at navigating the complex legal landscape surrounding government use of social media platforms. Montgomery emphasized the importance of distinguishing between personal and official use of social media. “There can be a fine line between your private usage of social media platforms to communicate with people and your public position as a state commissioner,” she explained. “Your personal social media platforms can be considered government use accounts.” The proposed policy stems from recent Supreme Court case law addressing social [...]

Goal of redeveloped activity center is to create ‘stronger, more connected community’

info2024-10-04T09:24:20-05:00October 4th, 2024|

Old Town Lenexa has a new look. Sections of the wanted and needed redevelopment project of the city’s Old Town Activity Center at 13420 Oak St. are beginning to unfold. “This project originated from the parks and recreation master plan and New Look at Old Town Study in which residents indicated a desire to reinvest in the community center and senior center,” said Logan Wagler, Lenexa Parks & Recreation director. “Additionally, the recreational programming and facility usage has grown significantly and the improvements will better serve the users, the neighborhood and the community.” Source: Joco 913 News

‘Missing middle’ housing project in northeast Olathe moves ahead

info2024-10-04T09:22:51-05:00October 4th, 2024|

A mixed residential rental project planned in Olathe aimed at filling a “missing middle” housing gap easily cleared a major hurdle this week. The Olathe City Council unanimously approved a rezoning request and preliminary site development plan for the prospective Olathe Commons housing development on Tuesday. The development — which features both single-family homes and townhomes — sits on a 23-acre piece of farmland southwest of 119th and Greenwood streets near the Olathe Pointe Shopping Center. Though all councilmembers ultimately supported the project, there were a few who voiced their desire to see more projects like this that feature dwelling units [...]