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Analysts Tell Lawmakers That Kansas Electric Rate-Making System Favors Utilities
An independent review of Kansas’ rising electricity prices shows the current system for setting rates could use some improvements. In a lengthy report requested by state legislators and submitted by London Economics, analysts concluded three main things: The current ratemaking process has…
Wichita’s new mayor takes the oath of office
Brandon Whipple is now the mayor of Wichita. He was given the oath of office Monday evening during a special city council meeting at city hall. In a brief statement after the swearing-in ceremony, Whipple said the event is about…
Boeing travails begins to ripple, 2,800 jobs lost in Kansas
Problems for Boeing and its troubled 737 Max aircraft, which appear to be growing deeper, have begun to ripple outward with a major supplier announcing Friday that it will lay off more than 20% of its workforce in Kansas, where…
Draft of Downtown Lawrence Master Plan envisions shift to ‘experience-based’ businesses
Within the next 20 years in downtown Lawrence, residents might not shop at a row of retail stores — instead, they might go “play with gadgets, meet with personal stylists” and visit a variety of “experience-based businesses” that offer unique…
Municipal Bond Trends for January 10, 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 Advisors.
Kansas’ recession hangover drives quest for economic development remedies
Brookings Institution policy director Marek Gootman moderated a panel discussion on economic development with a congressman, commerce secretary and chamber of commerce president. Gootman, who works to bridge gaps between think-tank perspective and real-world action, ended up stealing his guests’…
Louisburg receives grant for Lewis-Young Park upgrades
A number of improvements are planned for Louisburg’s largest park. The city of Louisburg learned Monday, Jan. 6, that it had received a $260,250 National Park Service grant to enhance Lewis-Young Park. Improvements include new fencing on A and B…
New transportation plan, end of highway robbery shape budget outlook
As Kansas lawmakers prepare to adopt a new plan for funding highways and other infrastructure across the state, the Kansas Department of Transportation is shifting gears with its strategy for working with local communities. KDOT secretary Julie Lorenz said the…
Overland Park seeks final community input on Strang Park improvement plans
Park patrons have another chance to offer insight and direction on improvements for one northern Overland Park park. The city embarked on the Strang Park renovation journey in July 2019 when it hired Kansas City landscape architecture firm Viero to…
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