Kansas Municipal News
Newton City Commissioner Vogts leaves a legacy of helping others, entrepreneurship
Newton City Commissioner Rod Kreie and Al Vogts used to dream out loud to each other about how to make Newton a better place to live. “Our relationship evolved to where we really liked being around each other,” Kreie said. “We looked at buildings and spaces together to see how they might fit into an overall master plan, talked about how to get people on board and his patent dream was to make Main Street an angle parking street.” Parallel parking had to change for things to work, Kreie said. Vogts died on Sept. 12 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita at the age of 62. Vogts, with a business degree under his belt, followed his brother’s and father’s paths to become an entrepreneur, according to his obituary. For the past 40 years, Vogts used his business plans for construction companies, an event center, real estate companies and developments, and an athletic training club, as well as other ideas for which he wanted to impact his community.
Source: Harvey County Now
Southeast Kansas steps up its resources for students
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced a five-year nine-million dollar grant to improve student behavioral health in southeast Kansas. The grant aims to address the behavioral health needs of nearly 40 thousand students. Officials with the Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas say the grant will impact children without resources. “If someone is struggling to come to school, unready to learn because they don’t have food, we want to help,” said Leah Gagnon, Director of Patient Engagement at the CHC of SEK. “Our community health workers can really step in and be that bridge between the resources and support that we have in the schools and the resources and support that families and students need at home.”
Source: KOAMKOAM
Dog rescued by Geary County Sheriff’s Office becomes national narcotics detector dog
A dog rescued by the Geary County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) has become a national narcotics detector dog. According to the GCSO, Nova was dumped near Interstate 70, and in 2018, she became a K-9 partner to Captain Justin Stopper. On Thursday, Sept. 22, she became certified through the National Narcotics Detector Dog Association (NNDDA) for meth, heroin, cocaine and marijuana. She also gained certification for articles, such as clothing.
Source: KSN-TV
Sales tax increase could add extra $1M for Parsons
If Parsons voters in November approve increasing the public safety sales tax up 0.5% to 1%, it will generate approximately an additional $1,000,000 for a total of $2,000,000 for the city, according to City Manager Debbie Lamb. The current 0.5% sales tax in Parsons generates about $1,000,000, Lamb told the Sun on Wednesday. The added money from the tax would go toward the construction of a new public safety center for the Parsons Police Department.
Source: Parsons Sun
Overland Park Farmers Market named ‘America’s favorite’ in new nationwide vote
The Overland Park Farmers’ Market is the best in the country, according to a new online poll of thousands of farmers’ markets from around the U.S. The 60-year-old market in downtown Overland Park took home the title of America’s “favorite farmers market” in the 14th annual America’s Farmers Market Celebration put on, in part, by the American Farmland Trust. The contest, which lasted throughout the summer before ending on Sept. 19., had farmers markets across the country participate by asking shoppers, farmers, vendors, volunteers and others to vote for their favorite markets.
Source: Prairie Village Post
Text-to-911 service enhancements look to save more lives
The Garden City Police Department, in conjunction with the Kansas 911 Coordinating Council, announces the enhancements made to the Text-to-911 service in Kansas. Text- to-911 has been available to citizens of Finney County since November 2017, for individuals who cannot safely make a voice call to 911 in an emergency. Texting 911 can be done by typing “911” in the field for a phone number. No other numbers need to be used. Texting should be done through your wireless phones text messaging service and not from a third-party texting application. Text-to-911 does require an active telephone service plan with data, or it will not work.
Source: Western Kansas News
Having a rambunctious party in Overland Park could now cost you up to $500
The Overland Park City Council unanimously passed a policy to regulate partying, particularly at short-term rentals, following a fatal shooting in March at an Overland Park property. Council members voted unanimously in favor of the nuisance party ordinance, which regulates gatherings of five or more people that leads to noise complaints, unlawful alcohol or drug use, assault or battery, property damage and littering among other factors. The ordinance would allow officers to cite individuals for criminal conduct and for failing to leave a party once instructed.
Source: KC Star Local News
TPD holds public session on training methods
Thursday night, members of the Topeka Police Department hosted an event to better educate the public about how officers are trained to handle the emergencies they experience on a daily basis. During the session, police instructors outlined the current procedures for training new recruits, and what continued education looks like to veteran officers. The goal of meetings is to open a dialog with the community about the rigorous training Topeka Police officers must complete before they interact with the public. This was the second of two educational presentations about police procedure.
Source: KSNT 27 News
Notice of Public Meetings in Central and Eastern Kansas for Public Water Supply Lead and Copper Rule Implementation
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is holding public meetings to help communities and public water supply systems learn about the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new Lead and Cooper Rule Revisions (LCRR). Under the LCRR, public water supply systems are required to prepare and maintain and inventory of service line materials. This inventory is to be submitted to KDHE by October 16, 2024.
Public water supply system decision-makers, operators, and the public are encouraged to attend to learn more about the inventory requirements and actions that can be taken to reduce lead exposure risks in drinking water. Piping containing lead can become a potential health risk in drinking water. Some homes (typically built before 1988) may have lead service lines that connect to the public water supply system. Young children, infants and fetuses are particularly vulnerable to lead in drinking water and water used for formula because the physical and behavioral effects of lead occur at lower exposure levels in children.
KDHE staff will review the following topics:
- Development of Lead Service Line Inventories
- Public Water Supply System Responsibilities
- Water System Customer Cooperation
- Lead Exposure Health Risks from Drinking Water
- Funding information for lead service line replacement
The meetings will be held:
| October 3, 2022 | October 4, 2022 |
| 1 – 3 p.m. | 1 – 3 p.m. |
| Courtyard by Marriott | Drury Plaza Hotel |
| 3020 Riffell Drive | 400 W. Douglas Ave. |
| Salina, Kansas 67401 | Wichita, Kansas 67202 |
| October 11, 2022 | October 12, 2022 |
| 1 – 3 p.m. | 1 – 3 p.m. |
| Capital Plaza Hotel, Emerald Ballroom | Chanute Memorial Auditorium |
| 1717 SW Topeka Blvd | 101 S. Lincoln Ave. |
| Topeka, Kansas 66612 | Chanute, Kansas 66720 |
Individuals needing accommodations should contact the Kansas Department of Health and Environment at least five business days before the hearing by phone at (785) 296-5514, fax (785) 559-4258 or TTY 711.
Meetings for other regions of the state will be announced once they are scheduled.
For more information about KDHE’s Lead Service Line Inventory requirements please visit KDHE.KS.gov/LCRR.
Municipal Bond Trends for September 21, 2022
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.
USDA Rural Development Announces $6.3 Million for High-Speed Internet in Rural Communities
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Kansas State Director for Rural Development Christy Davis today announced $6,319,640 in funding for high-speed internet access for rural residents and businesses in eight counties in Kansas and Nebraska. USDA is making the investments through the third funding round of the ReConnect Program. … The specifics of this Kansas grant are: A $6,319,640 grant will be used to deploy a fiber-to-the-premises network. This network will connect 704 people, 17 businesses, and 225 farms to high-speed internet in Jackson, Nemaha, Pottawatomie, Republic, Washington, and Riley counties in Kansas as well as Jefferson and Thayer counties in Nebraska. … To learn more about investment resources for rural areas, visit www.rd.usda.gov or contact the nearest USDA Rural Development state office.
South Hutchinson water rates may be going up, relatively little and then a lot
South Hutchinson city leaders agreed Monday to move the city from having some of the lowest water rates in the state to average rates. While it won’t happen overnight, the council did approve a change Monday that will mean an immediate doubling in rates for some. And there was a consensus of the board to explore trying to reach the state average within just three years.That means rates could more than quintuple from current levels.
Source: Hutch News
Fed raises rates by another three-quarters of a percentage point, pledges more hikes to fight inflation
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday raised benchmark interest rates by another three-quarters of a percentage point and indicated it will keep hiking well above the current level. In its quest to bring down inflation running near its highest levels since the early 1980s, the central bank took its federal funds rate up to a range of 3%-3.25%, the highest it has been since early 2008 following the third consecutive 0.75 percentage point move. … Along with the massive rate increases, Fed officials signaled the intention of continuing to hike until the funds level hits a “terminal rate,” or end point of 4.6% in 2023. The “dot plot” of individual members’ expectations doesn’t point to rate cuts until 2024; Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and his colleagues have emphasized in recent weeks the unlikelihood that rate cuts will happen next year, as the market had been pricing.
Source: CNBC
Governor Laura Kelly Celebrates Goodyear Tire Investing $125 Million in Topeka, Adding 40 New Jobs
Governor Laura Kelly today announced the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.’s decision to invest $125 million and hire 40 new employees at its Topeka plant as part of modernizing its Kansas facility, which has been in operation since 1945. This announcement comes during Governor Kelly’s ‘Prosperity On The Plains’ tour promoting economic development. “Goodyear’s expansion shows that our laser-like focus on creating jobs and supporting manufacturers benefits Kansans across the state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Now, 40 more Kansans will have quality jobs and $125 million will be brought into our communities, reinforcing our state’s ability to compete – and win – in the global marketplace.”
Source: Kansas Department of Commerce
Fed rate hike pushes 2-year UST above 4%; munis slow to respond
Municipals were mixed after the Federal Open Market Committee implemented a third straight 75 basis point rate hike as it continues to combat inflation, pushing the two-year U.S. Treasury above 4% while the 10-, 20- and 30-year made gains. Equities ended in the red. The FOMC raised the fed funds rate target 75 basis points to a range of 3% to 3.25%, as expected, and members are leaning toward a rate of 4.4% by yearend and 4.6% next year. The post-meeting statement acknowledges upcoming hikes, saying the FOMC “anticipates that ongoing increases in the target range will be appropriate.”
Source: The Bond Buyer
Greater Andover Days festival coming up
Routinely put in the fourth weekend after Labor Day, this year’s Greater Andover Days will be held Sept. 30-Oct. 2. The three-day festival will include fun, food and entertainment for the entire family – with over 5,000 attending annually. Among the attractions planned this year are a food court, KidFest activities, photography contest, golf tournament, pickleball tournament, hot dog eating contest, parade, fishing clinic, car show, carnival, live entertainment and more.
Source: Derby Informer | Area
Audit reveals two-thirds of broadband aid allocated to southern Kansas
Nearly two-thirds of $48.5 million in COVID-19 funding earmarked for expansion of broadband services to Kansas homes and businesses was invested in upgrading internet connectivity in the southern half of the state, according to an audit report released Sept. 14. The Kansas Legislature’s auditing arm told a joint House and Senate committee the three southern regions of the state absorbed 35 of 66 grants, or $30.4 million approved by Gov. Laura Kelly and legislators on the State Finance Council. The four northern regions took on the balance of the projects, budgeted at $18.1 million.
Source: Derby Informer
Locals and visitors continue to use Harvey County parks in record numbers
Usage at Harvey County’s three parks remains as high as ever as people continue to opt for outdoor entertainment during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Probably the last three years since COVID started have kind of been record years for us,” Parks Director Kass Miller said. Miller said the parks remained full on the weekends, with East Park being the busiest, but the volume of people at West Park has increased, too. He said a majority of patrons were from out of the county. East Park attracts most of its visitors from Sedgwick County, and West Park pulls in a lot of folks from Reno County.
Source: Harvey County Now
Wind Energy rep says proposed regulations would kill project
After more than 40 people got their say, the Harvey County Planning Commission approved 18 pages of regulations governing wind turbines and other alternative forms of renewable energy during a Sept. 14 meeting at the Meridian Center. More than 200 people attended the meeting, and a majority of those who spoke asked for more stringent requirements than those that were approved. A handful of others expressed support for NextEra Energy’s proposal to develop a wind farm in the county, but that project appears dead on arrival based on the 1,500-foot setbacks that were approved. NextEra Energy representative Fiona Bagwell after planning commission meeting said that the regulations as proposed would kill the project. The County Commission has final say on whether the proposed regulations are adopted.
Source: Harvey County Now
Thousands throng to Hillsboro
The streets of downtown Hillsboro had the biggest traffic jam of the year Saturday with 180 arts and crafts vendor booths lining four blocks of Main St. and two blocks of Grand Ave. So many people crowded onto the streets that it was difficult to find a place to walk. Parking spots weren’t easy to find. Lots charged $3 to $10 for use.
Source: HILLSBORO Star-Journal
Construction gets rolling on Lenexa Justice Center that will house police, court facilities
Construction on the $73 million Lenexa Justice Center has started on schedule at the southwest corner of Prairie Star Parkway and Britton Street. The facility is set to open in the spring of 2024. The Justice Center will house the city’s police department, municipal court, information technology server room and communications unit. It also will have space for training and vehicle storage, as well as a firing range. The 117,785-square-foot facility will be located on 36 acres just south of Lenexa City Center. Lenexa chose the site because of its central, accessible location. The area also offers undeveloped land that could be ripe for expansion later. The site borders West Star Development’s Vista Village, which is part of the sprawling 225-acre The Vista master plan.
Source: Kansas City Business Journal
Downtown Hiawatha comes to life with annual Maple Leaf Festival
Downtown Hiawatha is the place to be on Saturday for the annual Maple Leaf Festival. Sponsored by the Hiawatha Chamber and Visitors Bureau, the Maple Leaf Festival promises more than 60 craft and food vendors, inflatables and other children’s activities, the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, live music, a car show and much more. Events kick off at 10 a.m. and continue until 5 p.m. around the courthouse square. Streets will be blocked off around the square for the occasion. The Brown County Historical Society trolley will be picking up festival-goers on the Southwest side of the courthouse square for free rides out to Heritage Days at the Historical Society’s Ag Museum.
Source: Local News | hiawathaworldonline.com
Hearing set to update Paola’s building and fire codes
The city of Paola plans to transition to the 2018 International Building and Fire Codes, mirroring adoptions that have already been made by the cities of Louisburg and Osawatomie, as well as Miami County. Paola City Council members agreed, during their Sept. 13 meeting, to schedule a public hearing for 6 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Paola Justice Center to receive feedback on the proposed 2018 Building and Fire Code updated draft. Paola has been using the 2006 International Building Codes and the 2006 International Fire Code. City officials discussed updating the codes during a work session earlier this month and pointed out that the county and nearby cities are already using the 2018 codes.
Source: Local News | republic-online.com
The Fed forecasts hiking rates as high as 4.6% before ending inflation fight
The Federal Reserve will raise interest rates to up to 4.6% in 2023 before the central bank stops its fight against soaring inflation, according to its median forecast released on Wednesday. The central bank on Wednesday raised benchmark interest rates by another three-quarters of a percentage point to a range of 3%-3.25%, the highest since early 2008. The so-called dot-plot, which the Fed uses to signal its outlook for the path of interest rates, showed six of the 19 “dots” would take rates even higher to a 4.75%-5% range next year.
Source: CNBC
Winfield city clerk Brenda Peters retires
Winfield city clerk Brenda Peters is retiring Monday after 27 years of working with the City of Winfield. Peters was hired as deputy city clerk in October 1995, working with previous clerk Diane Rosecrans. She was hired as the city clerk in 2009. Before coming to Winfield, Peters was the clerk for two cities in Wyoming. Peters said she has most enjoyed the people she works with, calling the City of Winfield, “The best place I’ve ever worked.” She also said she enjoys providing services to the community and helping people find what they need.
Source: The Arkansas City Traveler
City of Olpe sees positive response during community meet and greet to introduce new community fitness park
The City of Olpe was able to gain valuable feedback and input from local residents on a planned multi-million dollar community improvement project currently in the works. The city hosted an alumni and community meet and greet inside of the Olpe Knights of Columbus Hall Saturday afternoon for that exact purpose. Along with a spaghetti dinner and bingo, the afternoon also featured a presentation on the city’s planned fitness facility project. USD 252 Southern Lyon County Superintendent Mike Argabright led the presentation saying the community’s response was overwhelmingly positive towards the prospect.
Source: KVOE Emporia Radio
Dodge City approves Sunday liquor sales
City commissioners in Dodge City have approved an ordinance allowing liquor and malt beverage sales on Sundays and some holidays. … Now liquor and malt beverages can be sold from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays except for Easter. Alcohol can also be purchased on Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.
Source: KAKE – News
Paola renews modified new housing incentive program
New home construction is on the rise in Paola, and city officials want to maintain the momentum. Paola City Council members, during their Sept. 13 meeting, agreed to renew the city’s housing construction incentive program that was set to expire Sept. 30. The program typically is reviewed each September and either renewed, modified or allowed to expire. The approved program was modified though to help offset losses in the city’s water fund. Previously, the incentive gave new home developers a reduction in building permit cost, plan review cost, and water and sewer connection fees on a sliding scale based on construction valuation.
Source: republic-online.com
Relax on the river: Quenemo celebrates life along the Marais des Cygnes
Quenemo will be celebrating the town’s riverbank heritage with the Marais des Cygnes River Valley Festival, scheduled for 2-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The day full of fun and entertainment features historical reenactors, live music, vendors, parade, dancers, and touch-a-truck. Quenemo historical items will be on display at the community center, presented by curator
Source: Osage County News
Labette County explores idea of zoning
The Labette County Commission is exploring the option of zoning the entire county. The commissioners voted 2-1 to appoint people to join the Labette County Planning and Zoning Board and the Labette County Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals at Monday’s meeting. There is a possibility of the county being zoned and excluding wind farms, but it is all part of the plan the board will work on in the coming months. Nothing is set in stone yet with zoning as the commissioners just appointed people to the board Monday.
Source: Parsons Sun
Leawood residents will have chance to weigh in on city’s pit bull ban
Following several weeks of discussion, a divided Leawood City Council voted Monday to approve conducting a community-wide survey that asks residents to weigh in on the city’s current dangerous animals ordinance, which bans pit bulls. Leawood is the last Johnson County city currently with a pit bull ban still in place.
Source: Prairie Village Post
Municipal Bond Trends for September 20, 2022
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.
Fed expected to hike rates by three-quarters of a point again, but its forecast may matter most
It’s not what the Federal Reserve does, but what it says it could do in the future that will be most crucial when the central bank winds down its two-day meeting Wednesday. The Fed is expected to fire off another three-quarter point rate hike — its third in a row. It will also release new quarterly forecasts for inflation, the economy, and the future path of interest rates Wednesday at 2 p.m. ET. The Fed’s projections are always important, but this time they are even more so because investors have been trying to game how high the Fed will raise interest rates and how much officials expect their actions could impact the economy.
Source: CNBC
Garden City launches new text messaging service
Garden City has launched a new text messaging service for residents. My GCKS will allow residents to ask questions of city officials and request services, as well as receive alerts about everything from severe weather, to roadwork and utility issues. Last August, the city conducted a survey of residents asking a variety of questions about communication from the city. From the survey, they learned that many residents would prefer a text messaging option. … More details can be found on the city’s website.
Source: KSN-TV
Lawrence Police Department training to help kids experiencing trauma
Lawrence Police Officers are being trained this week on the best way to handle children who are exposed to trauma. The training is called “Handle with Care,” and involves School Resource Officers, Lawrence Public Schools, and the Douglas County advocacy group, DCCCA. The training shows officers how to notify schools when a child is encountered at the scene of a traumatic event. A simple private message will be sent to the child’s school. The message has the child’s name, grade, and “Handle with Care.”
Source: KSNT 27 News
Overland Park approves ordinance regulating nuisance parties
Overland Park approved a new ordinance Monday regulating nuisance parties. The city council unanimously approved the measure, which help police deal with properties where people are violating noise ordinances, using drugs or alcohol illegally, damaging property, littering, creating parking or traffic issues and more. In addition to citing individuals physically at the properties, the ordinance will allow Overland Park police officers to issue fines of up to $500 against the renter or owner of the problem properties for violations.
Source: KMBC.com
10Y Treasury Yield Surges To Highest In A Decade As Fed Decision Looms
The benchmark Treasury Yield rose to its highest level since April 2011 as investors brace for another major interest rate hike this week. 10-Year U.S. Treasury yield climbed to the highest level since April 2011 as markets brace for a third straight 75 basis points interest rate hike at the Fed’s Wednesday. The benchmark 10-year yield rose six basis points to over 3.5%, a new decade high…. The jump comes as investors await the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Sept. 20-21, when the U.S. central bank is almost widely expected to deliver another 75 bps interest rate hike after two in July and August.
Source: Investing.com
Wichita Fire Department building temporary station to help response times around Amidon bridge construction
The Amidon bridge is a vital artery for traffic for north and west Wichita. Darrin Smith lives right at the bridge’s south end and says he uses it constantly. “Sometimes two, three times a day just to go over to the grocery stores, or to grab a coffee or just something to eat really quick, or even the gym,” he told KAKE Monday. The City of Wichita started prep work to tear down the bridge and replace in on Monday. It a project that could last up to a year and a half. Smith says the work has led some of his neighbors to be concerned about emergency response to their neighborhood, since the closest fire station to them is north of the bridge.
Source: KAKE – News
Augusta to consider overturning breed-specific dog ban
The Augusta City Council on Monday will be considering the first draft of a revised animal control ordinance that would do away with banning specific dog breeds. The ordinance will be discussed at the council’s regular meeting at 7 p.m. City Code Ch. 2, Article 1, 2-114 Dangerous Dogs; prohibited states, “It shall be unlawful for any person or legal entity to keep, harbor or in any way possess a dangerous dog as defined by this article within the limits of the City of Augusta, Kansas.” “The current draft of the revised city ordinance would continue to address dangerous animals, but the provisions would no longer be breed-specific or prohibit certain breeds from existing within the city,” the city said on Facebook.
Source: KAKE – News
New state website focuses on investor education
The Kansas Insurance Commissioner and Securities Commissioner have jointly announced a new state website to educate individual investors and help them avoid fraud. SmartInvestKS.com uses a sports theme to help teach Kansas investors how to invest wisely and avoid fraud. “Over a century ago, Kansas became the first state in the country to pass laws protecting consumers and their investments,” says Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt. “The investment world looks different than it did back then but our commitment to protecting Kansans remains steadfast.” Securities Commissioner Dan Klucas says that the financial damage that can be inflicted by investment fraud can rarely be undone.
Source: KSN-TV
Prairie Village City Hall to undergo first major renovation in quarter century
The Prairie Village City Council earlier this month unanimously approved a $130,000 contract to jump start the design process for a city hall renovation. The project will be the first large-scale renovation of Prairie Village’s municipal campus on Mission Road since 1996, according to city documents. Melissa Prenger, senior project manager for the city, told the city council on Sept. 6 this is the result of knowing city staff is outgrowing its space at City Hall.
Source: Prairie Village Post
Derby approves new pavement process for annexed neighborhoods
The final piece of Derby’s 2022 pavement rehabilitation project, which was approved by the City Council at its most recent meeting, addresses some unique situations within the city limits. Back in 2013, city policy was amended to allow for surfacing of sand/gravel in areas annexed into Derby (following a petition from residents). Residents in the annexed Farborough Estates, Oakridge Estates and Woodland Valley Estates took advantage of that policy and had their streets resurfaced with a cement-stabilized base and chip seal surface (super slurry).
Source: Derby Informer | News
Lawrence City Commission to consider utility rate increases and weigh options to expand assistance programs
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will consider water, sewer, solid waste and stormwater rate increases, and assess possible ways to expand a program to help financially stressed residents pay their bills. … Commissioners will discuss the options and obstacles attached to expanding its utility assistance program in light of probable utility rate increases. The city’s current “Low-Income Elderly Rate” program helps people ages 60 and older who are impoverished. To qualify, an older individual must make less than $14,168 from all income sources, or those with head-of-household status must have total household incomes of no more than $19,162, according to a city staff memo to the commission.
Source: The Lawrence Times
New jobs come to Hesston
Stanley Black & Decker, formerly Excel Industries, which manufactures Hustler-brand mowers sold nationwide, is expanding its workforce. The company aims to hire 70 employees over the next three months. Stanley Black & Decker, the world’s largest tools company and an outdoor equipment leader, is hiring employees at its Hesston plant to support its manufacturing of zero-turn radius mowers.
Source: Salina Journal
Municipal Bond Trends for September 19, 2022
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.