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Tourism is a cornerstone for Kansas economic recovery and growth
Tourism — which is about using the assets we have to bring new dollars into our state — is key to growing the Kansas economy. ... Every new resident and business developer is first a visitor to our state. Kansas…
Winter weather event put increased stress on Kansas’ budget
Many municipalities were in danger of financial ruin from sky-high natural gas bills after extreme cold temperatures swept through Kansas in February and caused rolling blackouts. The high prices were caused by the unprecedented demand for energy during the freezing…
What Small Cities Need To Know to Access ARPA Local Relief Funds
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) local relief funds that will go to cities should be released no later than May 10, 2021, creating a short amount of time for smaller cities to get ready to receive the funds. Cities,…
Lawrence Task Force to recommend consideration of directly elected mayor; discussion of districts ongoing
A task force of Lawrence residents that has been reconsidering the city’s form of government has come out in favor of having a directly elected mayor. As part of its meeting Thursday evening, the City Government Study Task Force voted…
Municipal Bond Trends for April 29, 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.
Johnson County ends mask mandate but strongly urges residents to continue wearing them
Johnson County is dropping its mask mandate, officials decided Thursday, and instead is strongly recommending that residents get vaccinated, continue wearing masks and social distance to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The Johnson County Board of Commissioners voted 5-1…
Shawnee County housing market becoming more competitive as home inventory drops
The Sunflower Association of Realtors is seeing a huge drop in available homes in Shawnee County. According to the March 2021 Housing Report, there were 92 active listings in the county. That's a drop of 62 percent compared to the…
Allen County residents tackle housing
Allen County residents gathered to discuss issues related to housing. Several key areas of need were identified, including the availability of financing and recruiting builders. Housing was the talk of the town in Allen County yesterday. Specifically, how to get…
Trisha Purdon named director of the Kansas Office of Rural Prosperity
Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Trisha Purdon will lead the Kansas Office of Rural Prosperity (ORP). Purdon currently serves as the Executive Director of the Montgomery County Action Council, working hands on with communities in Southeast Kansas to grow…
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