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City of Lawrence to receive $446,000 as part of the coronavirus relief package; more aid expected
The City of Lawrence will receive a $446,000 grant as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. The CARES Act allocated $2 billion of additional funding to cities through the Community Development Block Grant program to prevent,…
Some Lawrence leaders want sustainability to be significant factor when prioritizing city projects
City leaders expressed support Tuesday for a new way of prioritizing infrastructure projects and other capital expenses, but some commissioners said they would like to see more emphasis on sustainability. As part of its regular meeting, the Lawrence City Commission…
Manhattan challenges Lawrence to census response competition; mayor of losing city must wear other university’s jersey
Even though sporting events have been canceled because of the coronavirus, Lawrence residents still can get in the competitive spirit. Mayor Jennifer Ananda recently accepted a challenge from the mayor of Manhattan for the two cities to compete for the…
Manhattan airport to receive over $2 million in grant funding
The Manhattan Regional Airport is receiving $2.1 million from phase III of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Eighty Kansas airports, including Manhattan, will receive funds to help compensate lost revenue…
State of the Cities in the Wake of COVID-19
Each year, mayors across the country prepare to give a very meaningful speech: The State of the City. This is a time for local leaders to communicate about the health, stability and future of their communities. This year, however, mayors…
Hazard Pay Decisions Challenge City Leaders
Cities have employees in many high-risk positions. Police, firefighters, paramedics, and EMT’s are typical examples. Private and public employers alike are considering additional compensation, or “hazard pay,” for employees working on the frontlines in midst of the COVID-19 crisis. For…
Flint Hills Rodeo canceled for first time in 83-year history
Another popular local event fell victim to the COVID-19 pandemic Wednesday night. The Flint Hills Rodeo Association announced on social media that this year’s PRCA rodeo — the longest-running in Kansas — is canceled. The decision was made by a…
Wamego Strong program helps to support local businesses amidst pandemic
Help is being given to struggling Wamego businesses. Wamego strong raises money for struggling businesses in the community. How the program works, is customers buy gift cards on https://wamegostrong.org/. Wamego strong committee member Casie Hartwich explains how it works and…
Municipal Bond Trends for April 15, 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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