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Federal Reserve leaves interest rates and asset purchases unchanged, sees growth slowing
The Federal Reserve kept its foot to the floor Wednesday in terms of the help it is providing for an economy that central bank officials say has slowed down. Consistent with market expectations, the policymaking Federal Open Market Committee said…
Sedgwick County commissioners add citizens advisory boards to promote transparency, accountability
Sedgwick County commissioners continue to develop citizens advisory boards to keep elected officials accountable, while working to remain transparent. Commissioners Lacey Cruse and David Dennis created citizens advisory boards for their districts last year, while Commissioner Jim Howell will have…
Marion’s drug dog earns her keep in 1st year
In her first year as a drug dog, Blue’s nose for illegal substances already has led to multiple drug busts for Marion’s city police. A few times, an arrest would not have been possible without her, said officer Aaron Slater,…
Grant Opportunity: “WaterSMART Funding”
Through the WaterSMART Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects Reclamation provides 50/50 cost share funding to irrigation and water districts, tribes, states and other entities with water or power delivery authority for small water efficiency improvements that have been identified through previous…
City officials will soon begin discussing proposal to allow accessory dwelling units in more Lawrence neighborhoods
City planners are moving forward with drafting a code change that would allow homeowners to build garage apartments and other smaller living quarters in all neighborhoods. The city will soon begin taking public input regarding the details of the code…
Municipal Bond Trends for January 26, 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 voters approve $264M bond, tax increase for Shawnee Mission schools
Johnson County voters overwhelmingly approved a $264 million bond issue and property tax increase in the Shawnee Mission school district to rebuild and renovate schools, plus hire additional teachers as a way to address workload concerns. More than 49,600 voters…
Douglas County approves plan to distribute Phase 2 vaccinations
Douglas County says it has approved an initial plan to begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines to groups identified in Phase 2 -- residents 65 years and older, those who live and work in congregate settings and essential workers. "Doses right now…
No more Shawnee Mission North Indians: District to drop all Native American mascots
Shawnee Mission North High School and three district elementary schools must retire their “Indians” and “Braves” mascots under a new policy after thousands petitioned for the change. The Shawnee Mission school board voted unanimously Monday to approve removing the mascots.…
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