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After criticism, Overland Park won’t use $350K in COVID-19 relief money for soccer
After drawing national criticism, Overland Park will no longer use $350,000 of federal COVID-19 relief money to install video cameras at Scheels Soccer Complex, officials announced Monday. Sean Reilly, city spokesman, said that officials decided to pull the funding due…
‘It’s just a big change’ — Lenexa police chief to retire in December
After 31 years in law enforcement, Lenexa Police Chief Tom Hongslo is retiring in December. The city of Lenexa announced Hongslo’s upcoming retirement last month. Details about recruitment of the next police chief have not yet been released. “Got a little…
KANSASWORKS virtual job fair begins Tuesday
The sixth KANSASWORKS Statewide Virtual Job Fair begins Tuesday, October 27, and continues through Thursday, October 29. On Monday, Governor Laura Kelly encouraged Kansans to participate in it. The virtual fair will allow job seekers to easily live chat with…
Police and Community committee spend two hours discussing TPD policies, plan future meeting for further discussion
The Police and Community committee spent two hours discussing the Topeka Police Department’s policy before it ran out of time in this meeting. The committee will meet again to continue its review of TPD’s use of force, de-escalation, duty to…
McPherson passes new mask ordinance
There was some COVID-19 news at the McPherson City Commission — the annual Mayor’s Cup basketball games will not be at the Round House this year, and the commission took action to renew a facial covering ordinance in the city.…
Duplexes are partial solution to housing dilemma in Greensburg
Affordable housing is an issue in any rural community, but since the tornado of 2007 hit Greensburg it has been an ever-present problem. A group of contractors and grant recipients recently held an open house to show-off new housing units…
Lawrence changes virtual meeting procedures in effort to make public comment easier
The City of Lawrence is making changes to how it runs its online meetings in an effort to make public participation easier. The Lawrence City Commission began holding virtual meetings in response to the coronavirus pandemic and adopted a resolution…
Lawrence snow shoveling program seeking volunteers, applicants for help
The City of Lawrence and the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County are seeking applicants and volunteers for the Safe Winter Walkways Program. Volunteers are needed to help elderly and disabled individuals clear snow from public sidewalks in front of…
Municipal Bond Trends for October 23, 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.
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