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Municipal Bond Trends for December 9, 2020
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.
JEDO approves replacement for Topeka’s SOTO, NETO ride-to-work programs
At this week’s virtual Joint Economic Development Organization meeting, board members approved a transportation initiative that is expected to replace a pilot program set to lapse at the end of the year. JEDO board members unanimously approved a transportation initiative…
Even before the pandemic, Lawrence’s economy was shrinking, new federal numbers show
It is easy to predict that the economic tally for Lawrence in 2020 won’t be pretty. It also is a good bet that the final analysis will show the 2020 downturn was fueled, in part, by tough times in the…
Kaw Nation asks for return of sacred prayer rock that was taken and converted into monument to settlers
The Kaw Nation has asked the city of Lawrence to return a sacred prayer rock that was removed from the tribe’s homelands and made into a monument honoring settlers. A letter from the Kaw Nation to the city states that…
Lawrence to conduct survey about systemic racism using public kiosks throughout December
The City of Lawrence will be using public kiosks to survey residents about systemic racism throughout the month of December. As the Journal-World previously reported, the city is seeking residents’ input about systemic racism to help inform potentially fundamental changes…
Manhattan debates need for diversity task force
The Manhattan City Commission debated Tuesday about whether to vote on establishing a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force next week. Mayor Usha Reddi, who first proposed the idea in August, says the idea is to bring together diversity experts…
With attendance down at some schools, Derby school district hires new support staff
Derby Public Schools hired a team of attendance clerks in an effort to help students stay engaged during the pandemic and the district’s shift online. Holly Putnam-Jackson, assistant superintendent of curriculum, said the district hired three attendance clerks and a…
Sedgwick County Commissioners amend local health order
The Sedgwick County Board of Commissioners have amended the latest local health order to include provisions for event centers, youth organized sports and adult recreational sports. The county commissioners added the following amendments to youth organized sports: For indoor single-court…
Two parents can be allowed for Kansas high school winter sports starting Thursday
Up to two parents or guardians per participant family can be allowed to attend Kansas high school winter sports events starting on Thursday, following a vote by the Kansas State High School Activities Association Board of Directors on Tuesday. The…
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