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Wichita Public Schools workers vote overwhelmingly in favor of new union contracts
Employees at Wichita Public Schools voted overwhelmingly to approve new union contracts with the district after USD 259 added a bonus and other worker-friendly provisions, said Esau Freeman, the business representative for the union. SEIU Local 513 represents non-teacher employees at USD…
These Johnson County school districts will not mandate any masks for start of school
As COVID-19 cases spike throughout the Kansas City area, almost all of Johnson County’s school districts have decided not to mandate masks when classes begin next month. This week, the Blue Valley district decided masks will be optional for everyone,…
Kansas closes fiscal year with $758 million above estimated tax receipts
Kansas' tax receipts at the end of the 2020-21 fiscal year exceeded anticipated revenue levels by $758 million. Gov. Laura Kelly attributed this growth to signs that efforts to strengthen the states' economy are working. Others say it's time to…
Lawrence approves close to $2M in pay increases for three unionized worker groups
Expressing appreciation for the results of a long negotiation process, city leaders have approved close to $2 million in pay increases for three unionized employee groups, including the newly unionized solid waste workers. At its meeting Tuesday, the Lawrence City…
County health officers regained powers as delta variant cases spike in Kansas. Will they use it?
With a key set of reforms limiting how local and state officials can respond to COVID-19 struck down in court last week, county health officers in Kansas regained a set of tools at a critical juncture, as the delta variant has seen…
Municipal Bond Trends for July 20, 2021
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.
Bird scooters roll into Emporia
A flock of birds has nested in downtown Emporia. Bird Scooters, that is. The electric scooters are a new mode of transportation popping up in cities around Kansas. The goal, the company said, is to give the community access to…
Schools confront more polarization with mask rules for fall
Students in Wichita, Kansas, public schools can ditch the masks when classes begin. Detroit public schools will probably require them only for the unvaccinated. In Pittsburgh, masks will likely be required regardless of vaccination status. And in some states, schools…
KCK schools to require mask-wearing amid renewed COVID-19 concerns
Amid growing regional concerns about COVID-19 resurgence, the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Board of Education has adopted a back-to-school plan requiring all students to wear face masks except for those with health exemptions. School board members approved the fresh…
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