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Revenue continues to rebound at Kansas Star
Revenue at the Kansas Star Casino grew again last month, marking the fourth consecutive month of growth for the casino following a shutdown in part of March and through the entirety of April. Gambling revenue was more than $14.1 million…
Shawnee County reports drop in revenue, expenses in 2020 budget update
Shawnee County is still “financially healthy” despite the economic damage that has resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic. Betty Greiner, the county’s director of administrative services, provided an optimistic budget update to Shawnee County commissioners during their Monday meeting at 701…
After Decision Upholding FCC’s 5G Rules, Cities Now Weighing Appeal
Dozens of cities and counties were on the losing end of a federal court decision last month that largely upheld Federal Communications Commission rules restricting their ability to regulate technology for 5G infrastructure. Local governments that objected to the rules…
Municipal Bond Trends for September 18, 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.
Shawnee County to consider restricting unregulated signage on county property
Placing unregulated signs on Shawnee County property could soon be illegal. “Unregulated signage on county property has direct and secondary effects that are harmful to the safety and general welfare of the county as a whole and to its individual…
Violators of large gathering ban in Lawrence face max fine of $500, month in jail
The Lawrence city commission in a special meeting Thursday passed an ordinance cracking down people who violate COVID-19 health orders banning mass gatherings, the city announced in a release. City commissioners took up the issue to address community health concerns after recent…
Ellis County to expand landfill
Ellis County is preparing for expansion of the county landfill, including with the purchase of 180 acres of land adjacent to its existing landfill. The new acreage will make room for the growing amount of construction and demolition trash brought…
Petition is expected to kill a plan to tax businesses along major Wichita street
A plan to tax businesses along Wichita’s most important downtown street appears to be doomed after eight months of controversy and a chaotic petition process. Opponents of a Business Improvement District for the Douglas Design District are within two validated…
City of Sedgwick and AT&T differ on cell tower location
The city council wants to encourage AT&T in their desire to build a cell tower in Sedgwick, but they have concerns regarding the company’s choice of locations. City Administrator Joe Turner told the council at their meeting on Sep. 8…
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