Kansas Municipal News
15 years of low interest rates reshaped the U.S. economy. Here’s what’s changing as rates stay higher for longer
The United States is entering a new economic era as the Federal Reserve hikes its benchmark interest rate. In July 2023, the federal funds effective rate stood above 5% for the first time in four decades. As interest rates climb, economists say financial conditions are headed back to being more normal. “Having interest rates at zero for such a long period of time is very unusual,” said Roger Ferguson, a former vice chair at the Federal Reserve. “Frankly, no one ever thought we’d get to that place.” Back-to-back financial crises gave past Fed policymakers the conviction to take interest rates as low as they can go, and keep them there for extended periods of time. Along the way, they disrupted the basic math of personal finance and business in America.
Source: CNBC – Bonds
Municipal Bond Trends for July 25, 2023
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS “investment grade” yields. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.
Municipal Bond Trends for July 24, 2023
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS “investment grade” yields. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.
A 10-year rally in U.S. home prices could be coming to an end, says Yale’s Robert Shiller
A decade-long rally in U.S. home prices could finally come to an end once the Federal Reserve stops its rate-hiking cycle, said Robert Shiller, professor of economics at Yale University. Home prices have made steady gains since 2012, according to the S&P Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index. “The fear of interest rate increases has influenced people’s thinking — it’s not just the homeowners, it’s new buyers who wanted to get in before the interest rates went up even more,” Shiller said. “They wanted to lock in. So that’s been a positive influence on the market. But it’s coming to an end,” he added.
Source: CNBC – Bonds
Hiawatha updated on maple leaf statue plans
Kate Miller of the Hiawatha Chamber and Visitors Bureau was present at Monday night’s meeting of the Hiawatha City Commission to address previous questions about the Chamber’s proposed maple leaf statues that will be placed around the city. Miller presented the idea earlier this year, and the Commission was receptive, but asked that she return with more solid guidelines for the statues, which will be purchased and designed by individuals and businesses. Statues would be placed no closer than 25 feet from corners, and no further forward than the nearest planter. Designs will have to be approved by the Chamber and then either the City Commission or the City Administrator. Statue owners will also be required to feature their leaves in the Halloween parade. The Commission was in consensus that the requirements were acceptable.
Source: hiawathaworldonline.com
Nonprofit movie theater in Greensburg concerned about possible closure
The closure of the Regal Warren Theatre in Old Town Wichita has some concerned that the much-loved nonprofit Twilight Theatre in Greensburg could shut down. The 100-year-old movie theater is used as an event space, auditorium and gathering place for the 700 people living in Greensburg. The nonprofit faced financial struggles even before the pandemic, but lockdowns made matters worse. “How are we gonna keep the Twilight Theatre open here when we have 800 people?” said George Ryan, executive director.
Source: KSN-TV
Mission OKs new tax abatement policy
A new tax abatement policy is on the city of Mission’s books. The Mission City Council on Wednesday voted 6-2 to approve an updated tax abatement policy. The updated policy comes after two separate developers — those of 58 Nall and Milhaus — requested tax abatements on apartment projects in Mission. The policy caps tax abatement at 75% in special circumstances: Mission’s previous tax abatement policy, which was never used, allowed developers up to 100% deferred property taxes for a 10-year period. The new policy starts developers off at 45% tax deferment if they meet certain criteria, such as a minimum capital investment of $3 million into a project.
Source: Prairie Village Post
Prairie Village wants to build new city hall, caps project at $30M
A completely new city hall may be in Prairie Village’s future. The city council last week unanimously directed city staff to start the process to design and eventually build a completely new city hall facility, capping the cost for the still-nascent project at $30 million. The move means multiple conceptual designs for a new city hall will come before the city council in the not-too-distant future.
Source: Prairie Village Post
Pay $50 in Lawrence traffic tickets with $15 worth of school supplies
From now through Aug. 20, Lawrence Municipal Court is forgiving up to $50 of traffic infraction or parking fines in exchange for $15 worth of school supplies. “We think that this program will have the mutual benefit of helping families in our community … and helping citizens pay for the fines they owe to our court,” said Vicki Stanwix, court administrator. The debt forgiveness program is designed to help motorists with outstanding traffic fines while allowing them to help local school children and their families. It’s the first time the municipal court has tried the campaign, but if it is a success, it could become an annual event, Stanwix said.
Source: The Lawrence Times
Wichita recommends $177K settlement in 2019 sewer backup
The City of Wichita recommended a $177,500 settlement for a 2019 sewer backup that involved five homes on E. Sunnybrook Court. The payments to the five claimants would range from $31,500 to $46,500 for the backups that occurred on May 8th and May 13th that year. The City is recommending a vote to settle at a City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 25th due to the risk of an adverse judgment at trial. The payment is proposed to be paid from the City’s self insurance fund.
Source: 101.3 KFDI
New Panasonic plant could lead to higher electric rates in Kansas
Evergy could seek additional rate increases linked to the massive Panasonic battery-plant development in De Soto, Kansas. Officials with the company said the proposed plant will have a utility footprint similar to that of a small city, and will also require the construction of two new substations, upgrades to existing facilities and the installation of 31 miles of transmission lines. State officials reportedly are considering Evergy’s request. Authorities say, if approved, the rate increases could raise area utility costs from two to as much as 18-percent. The Kansas Corporation Commission is already considering a rate increase request that could lead to an increase of $14.24 in the central area, including Wichita.
Source: 101.3 KFDI
KHP has split decisions in two court cases
A federal judge has ruled against the Kansas Highway Patrol in a case challenging its policies of detaining motorists without reasonable suspicion. The judge ordered the KHP to stop using the infamous “Kansas Two-Step” technique, where a trooper would end a traffic stop by taking two steps toward his patrol car, then he would turn back and begin a new conversation with the driver to ask more questions. The technique starts a second effort to get information and get entry to a vehicle to search for contraband.
Source: 101.3 KFDI
Lyon County first responders welcome furry friend to Law Enforcement Center
Justice reigns at the Lyon County Law Enforcement Center. Justice, the new Lyon County Sheriff’s Office and Detention Center companion and emotional support dog, that is. At around seven months old, the Labradoodle and Golden Retriever mix is quickly becoming a friend to all at the center. Her floppy ears and puppy personality are helping to spread cheer and reduce stress — for sheriff staff and inmates alike. “The jail actually purchased the puppy through the Inmate Welfare Fund as a support dog for staff and the inmates,” Captain Jay Whitney said.
Source: Emporia Gazette
Fort Scott Commissioners want input on Certified Local Government program
The Fort Scott City Commission plans to hold a work session in the future to discuss the idea of becoming a Certified Local Government, which, according to Mayor Matthew Wells, would provide an opportunity for building owners to apply for more grants for their historic properties.
Source: Fort Scott Tribune
Professional Pickleball Association’s World Championship Series plans a stop in Overland Park
The nation’s “most pickleball-obsessed city” has clinched a big win: hosting the Carvana Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour, which will bring more than 1,000 professional and amateur players to Overland Park. The Vulcan Kansas City Open will be Aug. 24-27 at Elite Tennis and Wellness and is a “golden ticket” qualifier event, which means those winning their division will earn a spot in the bracket at the 2023 USA Pickleball National Championships in November in Dallas.
Source: Kansas City Business Journal
Many Park City residents welcome proposed sales tax
The city of Park City is proposing a new 1 percent sales tax to its community and according to Mayor John Lehnherr, the community has responded positively. The sales tax will help with some of the city’s needs such as adding additional law enforcement and helping fix the roads. Lehnherr said the city conducted a recent study and found that 88 percent of Park City’s revenue comes from outsiders visiting. He said because they are near the interstate with four exits, people stop in to dine, shop, and get fuel. Lehnherr added leveraging this 88 percent can also be a benefit to the community. “This is a way where we can bring revenue into the city that’s from outside folks stopping here and using our services but we can lower the mill levy and ease the tax burden on our residents,” he said.
Source: KAKE – News
Girard Fire Department hosts annual community event
The Girard Kansas Fire Department today hosted its annual event with the intention of making it a recurring tradition. Organizers say the event aims to provide an opportunity for the public to view the department’s equipment and raise awareness about the needs of different departments. It also serves as a platform for the public to ask any questions they may have. Participants had the opportunity to enjoy bounce house and offer tours of the fire trucks and police cruisers. “The goal is to keep the public informed on what we do here and our equipment and where we are,” said Chris Wilson-Chief of Police in Girard. “Since where public safety this equipment belongs to the public. So we want them to be able to come and see the equipment we got and that were keeping it up for them.”
Source: KOAM News
The Kansas tax subsidy law that gave millions to Panasonic and Integra projects is ending
In February of last year, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed APEX (Attracting Powerful Economic Expansion) into law. It allows for tax incentives to be given to for-profit companies when they select Kansas as the site of their billion-dollar megaprojects. Through APEX, Kansas was able to secure a $4 billion Panasonic electric vehicle battery plant in De Soto and a $1.8 billion Integra semiconductor plant in Wichita. But now, it’s unclear if the Kansas legislature will extend the law past its expiration date, putting the prospects of future development deals in limbo. Dylan Lysen of the Kansas News Service says some influential conservative lawmakers are worried the state is giving away too much money for these projects.
Source: KCUR
Dolly Parton to visit Kansas to celebrate Imagination Library program
Singer, songwriter and philanthropist Dolly Parton is set to visit Kansas next month to celebrate her Imagination Library program. The Office of the Governor announced the plans for the visit for Monday, Aug. 14 in a press release. This was accompanied by an announcement that every child in Kansas from birth to the age of five can receive free books every month through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. In total, the Imagination Library has gifted more than 200 million books worldwide since it was launched in 1995. “I am pleased that we have reached this amazing milestone – being able to provide the gift of reading for children and families across Kansas,” said Governor Laura Kelly.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Pittsburg City Hall updates accessibility
The front entrance to City Hall is now open after an extensive exterior renovation and accessibility improvements. “The previous steps to the front entrance were deteriorated and the exterior needed updated and preserved,” said City Manager Daron Hall in a statement. “With the help of our team, we were able to protect the structure, improve the aesthetics, and increase safety and accessibility to this important public asset.” The city partnered with Sprouls Construction Inc. and Echelon Architecture and Design to make City Hall more compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Façade improvements were also included in the project, as well as landscaping by In the Garden.
Source: www.joplinglobe.com
Derby moves to hybrid vehicle leasing approach
Like the average customer walking onto lots right now, the city of Derby is having a tough time buying cars at the moment. A little over a year after entering into a fleet leasing agreement with Enterprise, challenges remain, which has led to city to reassess its approach and shift gears to a hybrid model. The city will still continue to lease hard-to-find vehicles through Enterprise (police units, one-ton trucks, etc.) but will also look to purchase some through its own authority as needs – and availability – arise. Staff noted changing the approach has little to do with the efforts of Enterprise and more to do with national supply and demand issues the city and so many others continue to face.
Source: Derby Informer | News
Municipal Bond Trends for July 21, 2023
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS “investment grade” yields. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.
Wichita sues developers, alleging broken promises to repay incentives for shopping center
After awarding Wichita developers Dave Burk and Dave Wells millions of dollars in economic incentives in the past two decades, the city of Wichita is now suing them, alleging broken promises to repay a $2.5 million loan to redevelop the Ken-Mar shopping center. Burk, best-known for his redevelopment of Old Town, and Wells, president of Key Construction, have been partners on dozens of projects in downtown Wichita and are two of the most prolific campaign donors in city politics. The two developers owe the city more than $1.8 million for a loan it gave them in 2011 to redevelop the Ken-Mar shopping center on the northwest corner of 13th and Oliver, according to the lawsuit. From 2013 to October 24, 2019, Burk and Wells repaid the city $717,000. After that, the payments by Burk and Wells stopped. They were expected to continue paying until 2029.
Source: Wichita Eagle
As Lawrence works on land development code update, residents speak out about accessory dwellings, downtown, fear of change and more
The steering committee working on new rules for where and how Lawrence should grow is getting plenty of feedback from members of the public — about topics as diverse as density, downtown development and the fear of change. Since last August, the city has been in the process of updating the Land Development Code, which dictates city growth along with changes that could affect the aesthetics and function of existing neighborhoods and commercial areas, for the first time since 2006. The Land Development Code Steering Committee has now passed the halfway point of a series of community input meetings taking place this week to gather input about the first revised section (or “module”) of the code, which is related to zoning districts and uses. By the time the steering committee met late Thursday afternoon, there’d been six such meetings, with more yet to come on Friday.
Source: LJWorld
Fed Seen Hiking Final Time to a 22-Year Peak in Economist Survey
Most economists expect the Federal Reserve to lift interest rates one more time next week as it ends a 16-month hiking cycle that has been the most aggressive fight against US inflation in 40 years. The Federal Open Market Committee will raise rates a quarter point at its July 25-26 meeting to a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, the highest since 2001, according to economists surveyed by Bloomberg. With price pressures diminishing last month, almost all economists expect no change to rates at the September meeting and just one-fifth of the group predicts another hike by the November meeting. Fed Chair Jerome Powell and his colleagues have signaled plans to hike rates further following a pause in June that was intended to slow the pace of increases as they approach a level believed to be restrictive enough to return inflation to their 2% target.
Source: Bloomberg
New Kansas Panasonic plant may lead to rate hike for Evergy customers
Evergy could ask for additional rate increases due to the massive Panasonic battery plant development in De Soto, Kansas. Evergy said rates for serving Panasonic are not yet set and must be approved by the Kansas Corporation Commission. At full production, the future Panasonic plant is expected to have the same power usage as a small city and require two new substations, upgrades to others and 31 miles of transmission lines. The infrastructure and energy needed to power the plant could mean rate hikes for Evergy customers in Kansas. The power company filed documents with the Kansas Corporation Commission saying it may ask for an abbreviated rate case next year to help pay for infrastructure to meet Panasonic’s demand for electricity. Evergy expects Panasonic to be roughly double the size of its current largest customer.
Source: KSN-TV
Parsons to vote on Public Safety Sales Tax renewal
The time is near for voters in Parsons to head to the polls in a special election to decide whether or not to renew a public safety sales tax. The current half-cent sales tax isn’t new, and has been in place for more than a decade. On August 1, the Public Safety Sales Tax will be the sole item on the ballot. Officials say it’s imperative that the tax stays in place for the betterment of the city. “It’s something that’s essential in the city’s budgeting process. It’s also a sales tax, which we feel probably one of the most fair taxes out there because it’s passed across the board to anybody, residents, non-residents, anybody that shops here, stays in our hotels, stay overnight visit on their way through. They’re helping support the city through this one half cent sales tax,” said Jim Zaleski.
Source: KSNF/KODE
Wichita turns 153 years old today
Wichita is turning 153 years old today. On July 21, 1870, The City of Wichita was officially born, just three months after the establishment of Sedgwick County, Kansas. 124 people signed the petition to Judge Reuben Riggs of Sedgwick County to incorporate the town of Wichita. Judge Riggs granted the petition, and the town of Wichita was born. This weekend, on Saturday, July 22, from 1 to 5 p.m., there will be a birthday celebration at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum.
Source: KSN-TV
Emporia commissioners take action on homelessness
Emporia City Commissioners met Wednesday to discuss a new resolution to help the city confront homelessness. All five members of the Emporia City Commission voted in approval of Resolution No. 3700 during a meeting on Wednesday, July 19. This creates the Homelessness Advisory Board. A statement on the city’s social media said the commission created the Emporia Task Force on Homelessness in response to the rising number of unhoused people in the city and the lack of adequate community resources that fit their needs. “This Task Force was entrusted with the responsibility of identifying the requirements of unhoused and at-risk individuals, suggesting solutions to bridge service gaps, and devising strategies to provide both temporary and permanent housing options for those without homes.”
Source: KSNT 27 News
More Johnson County cities offer low-income residents property tax rebates
More cities in Johnson County are easing property taxes for low-income residents struggling to stay in their homes. As home appraisals skyrocket across the county, Prairie Village, Shawnee and Merriam approved tax rebate programs last year, following the lead of Mission several years ago and Roeland Park a few years ago. Now, the Johnson County Board of Commissioners is planning to launch a pilot program next year that would offer property tax assistance to residents over the age of 65 and disabled veterans who meet income requirements. And more cities — Lenexa, Olathe and Overland Park — are considering whether to fund similar initiatives to help low-income homeowners.
Source: Joco 913 News
Shawnee County park development gets the official thumbs up
Families in Shawnee County will soon have a new park to play in. Thursday morning, Shawnee County Commissioners gave Shawnee County Parks and Rec the final approval to start negotiating contracts to build phase one of the family park plan. Family park, located at southwest 21st Street and Urish Road features open space between its aqua center and a golf course on the other side. A master plan for more development to the park came out back in 2021, and with this approval the park could break ground as soon as this fall. “We think this is another destination park that will attract families, and even business to Topeka,” Tim Laurent, Shawnee County parks and recreation director said.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Topeka Metro to offer free bus rides to area high school students
Topeka area students won’t need a ticket to ride city buses this school year. For the 11th year running, Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority announced it will offer high school students free rides on fixed bus routes. This comes after the Topeka Metro board of directors approved extending the program on Thursday. All high school students with a valid student ID can ride fixed bus routes for free. They only have to present their valid student ID for the upcoming school year. The Kids Ride FREE! promotion, which offers local youth free transportation within the city limits, remains in effect through Aug. 15.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Landfill that has caused conflict in rural Kansas town issued cease and desist order
A landfill that has provoked friction among residents in Easton, Kansas, has been ordered to temporarily close. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued a cease and desist order Wednesday to the business running the landfill, Flat Land Excavating, saying it is out of compliance with its height and volume limits and must apply for a permit modification. The site, about 45 miles west of Kansas City, has been the source of animosity between the landfill’s owners Shawn and Christina Britz and nearby residents. Since the couple got a special use permit and took over the landfill in 2019, local and state officials have fielded dozens of complaints: unauthorized waste, operations outside permitted hours, litter and mass instability at one of the slopes that rose nearly 50 feet and was nearly vertical.
Source: KC Star Local News
Manhattan wants residents’ opinion on the city’s parks
Manhattan city leaders want to hear from residents about their ideas and concerns about the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. Manhattan officials want to speak directly with residents about topics relating to parks and recreation. Manhattan Parks and Recreation Director Aaron Stewart announced in a press release the city will hold public discussions this summer and fall where citizens can talk to him directly. “Park and Rec It” are discussions open to the public for residents to chat with Stewart about recreational programs, parks, trails, facilities or any other related topics citizens are interested in or concerned about. “Manhattan has a strong passion for parks and recreation, and I would like the opportunity to engage directly with as many citizens as possible,” Stewart said.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Garden City gets update on Sports of the World project
Representative from GC Investments updated Garden City Commissioners at the commission’s meeting Tuesday on the construction status of the Sports of the World STAR Bond project’s multisport indoor facility. H.J. Swender, GC Investments representative, said they are excited about the project, it’s moving along nicely. “So far, although it doesn’t look like we’ve done much, we’ve done quite a bit out there,” he said. “We’ve poured 15 columns and 17 crossties and only have about 14 more crossties last time I heard, so we’re coming close.” Half of the steel for the building is already on site and they’re hoping that within the next 14-21 days to have steel starting to up in the air, Swender said.
Source: Garden City Telegram
Wamego residents shouldn’t be alarmed by large police presence at high school
Law enforcement warns the public about violence training taking place at a local school this weekend. The Wamego Police Department (WPD) posted on social media that it will be using the Wamego High School for active violence training Friday, July 21 and Saturday July 22. The WPD, along with the Fire Department, Emergency Medical Services and other law enforcement agencies, will take part in the training at and around the high school. “The Wamego Police Department is committed to the safety of our citizens and it is important for the community to know that we are doing what we can to prepare for the worst. This training is designed to bring area law enforcement and emergency service agencies together and improve officers’ response and recovery capabilities should our community face an active violence incident.”
Source: KSNT 27 News
Emporia city manager speaks on new pay structure to help jobs
Emporia City Manager Trey Cocking joined the KSNT 27 News Morning show to speak about the newest pay structure that was recently approved by commission. Cocking said that the change came about as a daunting realization hit the city. “Last August, especially in public safety with our police and fire department, we realized we had a real problem,” Cocking said. “We have 41 police officers authorized and we were down to 33 police officers in the department.” He said the situation with the fire department was not much different. “…53 firefighters authorized and I think we were hovering around 10 short there,” Cocking said.
Source: KSNT 27 News
USD-475 Superintendent speaks on moving into new school
Superintendent Reginald Eggleston with USD-475 joined the 27 News morning show to speak about exciting developments at USD-475. He confirmed they are moving into Morris Hill Elementary School and they will be having a ribbon cutting to celebrate the milestone on September 22. “We are very excited about it,” Dr. Eggleston said. “The move-in will be in two phases, we are actually going to start this year with about 250 students.” Eggleston said they are going to work on continuing the second phase of construction. “Then next year, we will add and be up to capacity which could be 590 students.” The intent, Dr. Eggleston said, is to have an equal amount of students in each school on post.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Great Bend gets closer to new child care center
Barton County parents will have a new option for child care by next spring. Thursday morning, community leaders and politicians broke ground on the Advancing Barton County Childcare Center, which will be known as ABCC. Great Bend Economic Development says the idea for ABCC Inc. came from conversations with businesses that said a shortage of child care was keeping parents from being able to work. The plan is to have two of the centers in Barton County offering affordable and accessible child care. The plan got a significant boost in the past month when Governor Laura Kelly announced ABCC is getting more than $2.2 million from the Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund. The grant completed the funding for the first facility.
Source: KSN-TV
Topeka Governing Body discusses homelessness at Tuesday’s council
If there’s one thing for certain after Tuesday night’s city council meeting, the governing body believes they need a set-in-stone plan to attack the homeless problem in our community rather than jumping from idea to idea on how to deal with it. It was brought up in Tuesday night’s meeting, statistically on average, it takes anywhere from three to five years for the city to become aware of a “new” encampment in the city. When these encampments are in non-camping areas, the individuals who live within the camps are given a 72-hour eviction notice. As of July 7th, the property maintenance division has cleaned up 10 encampments. With the governing body all on the same page that a clear plan needs to be put in place, this brings confidence to the Topeka Police Department that the ball is rolling.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Dairy Queen now open at Matfield Green service plaza
Travelers heading south of Emporia now have a sweet new option to try on the road. Dairy Queen is now open at the Kansas Turnpike’s Matfield Green service plaza, the KTA announced Thursday. The plaza is located a mile marker 97 on I-35. Subway is expected to open by end of July. Restaurant changes were announced for both the Emporia Service Area located on I-335/KTA at mile marker 132, and the Matfield Green Service Area in March of this year. At the Emporia Service Area, Subway and Taco John’s were added, while Subway and Dairy Queen were announced for Matfield Green.
Source: Emporia Gazette
McPherson fire department working to install first newborn safety device in state
The McPherson fire department is in the process of installing the first new born safety device in the state, a new initiative brought by the passing of House Bill 2024 earlier this year. The box will be installed on the outside of the McPherson fire department’s station. The purpose of this is so struggling parents can safely give up their newborn in private. McPherson fire chief TJ Wyssmann says this law is near and dear to his heart because he thinks the previous process parents had to follow under Kansas law was inhumane. Everybody had to come and bring that child and physically look us in the face and give it to a first responder which is pretty cruel,” Wysmann explained. Wyssmann was also a key figure in getting the legislation passed.
Source: KAKE – News
Municipal Bond Trends for July 20, 2023
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS “investment grade” yields. Every issuer’s credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.
Kansas Attorney General Opinion 2023-4: City reimbursing another city for police training
Synopsis: K.S.A. 74-5609a(b) requires that a city which employs a law enforcement officer within one year after the completion of that officer’s training reimburse the city that paid for the officer’s training.
Source: Kansas Attorney General Opinions
New way for SW Kansas students to get their college degrees in Garden City
A partnership between Garden City Community College and Newman University will allow southwest Kansas students to get their college degrees without leaving southwest Kansas. With the partnership, students can get an associate degree from GCCC and a bachelor’s degree with in-person classes through the new Newman location in Garden City. Beginning this fall, students can work on completing degrees in business administration and agribusiness. And soon, Newman plans to accept applications for its nursing program. “This partnership is vital for retaining talent in Southwest Kansas and the region,” GCCC President Dr. Ryan Ruda said in a news release.
Source: KSN-TV