Kansas Municipal News
Local government news, municipal finance updates and job openings, collected for city and county officials.
Latest
Latest headlines
Page 2534
Free WiFi in Wichita neighborhoods? It’s a definite possibility
City Hall is contemplating providing free wireless Internet service in some of the community’s poorer areas to try to close a digital divide between rich and poor neighborhoods. Service could be piggybacked on the deployment of so-called 5G wireless technology.…
In Midst of China Recycling Crisis, American Cities Can Benefit
oday, the National League of Cities (NLC) released a new report, “Rethinking Recycling: How Cities Can Adapt to Evolving Markets,” which analyzes how city leaders can develop resilient local waste management systems in response to China’s stringent new regulations. The…
Cities Addressing FInes and Fees Equitably (CAFFE)
With support from JPMorgan Chase and Co., the National League of Cities Institute for Youth, Education, and Families has launched a two-year initiative that will help cities assess and address the negative impacts of municipal fines and fees on residents' financial health. …
Rethinking Recycling: How Cities Can Adapt To Evolving Markets
In 2015, Americans generated more than 262 million tons of waste, or nearly 4.5 pounds per person, per day. To handle this load, nearly every U.S. city has developed a solid waste management program that includes recycling. These initiatives have…
City Council considers grant money to add firefighters in NE Wichita
It's one of the fastest growing parts of town, and while that's good for business in northeast Wichita, it's putting strain on first responders. Wichita firefighters are trying to keep up, and they could be getting some help soon. Deputy…
Leavenworth launches podcast
Leavenworth residents now have the opportunity to hear from city officials through podcasts. Leavenworth Mayor Mark Preisinger and City Manager Paul Kramer have recorded two of the audio recordings so far. Kramer said city officials are looking for suggestions from…
Chapel Hill, NC leaders see common issues, opportunities during Lawrence visit
Though Jayhawks and Tar Heels aren’t typically thought of as allies, the cities of Lawrence and Chapel Hill, N.C., are teaming up this week. A group of 80 people, including Chapel Hill elected officials, business owners, nonprofit directors and university…
Hutchinson CVB lands 2021 Shrine Bowl
The Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce CVB wanted the Shrine Bowl. On Monday, the Chamber announced it will indeed get the high school all-star game in 2021. The Kansas Shrine Bowl Board of Directors voted to bring the Kansas Shrine Bowl…
Buhler City Council to take action on annexation plan to relocate grocery store
The Buhler City Council will take the next step in the possible relocation of the city’s grocery store during Tuesday’s regular meeting. The council will seek approval to annex a parcel of land on the northwest corner of 82nd Avenue…
Get municipal news in your inbox every week
Talk to a municipal advisor
Contact Larry Kleeman or Henry Schmidt, call (316) 264-3400 or email info@ransonfinancial.com.
