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Kansas Attorney General Opinion 2023-11: Submission of Land Surveys
Synopsis: A register of deeds cannot require a submitting land surveyor to certify that a survey complies with all zoning ordinances and regulations. Source: Kansas Attorney General Opinions
Municipal Bond Trends for November 7, 2023
The interest rate table above illustrates recent changes in a sample of MBIS "investment grade" yields. Every issuer's credit is different, and other financing sources may be available. To obtain comprehensive Financial Advisory services for your local government, contact your…
Derby votes to approve a higher sales tax
Derby voters approved a sales tax increase expected to generate around $4 million to $5 million annually with the aim of alleviating property taxes while supporting public safety, streets, sidewalks, parks and trails. The tax increase was approved by 55%…
Leawood sends funds to Israeli sister city amid ongoing war
The city of Leawood has stepped in to help Israelis during the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The Leawood City Council on Monday approved a $25,000 donation to its sister city, the Gezer Region of Israel. The donation goes to the Jewish Federation…
Stop Rezoning-backed candidates win four seats on Prairie Village City Council
In some of Johnson County’s most-watched general election races this year, Prairie Village candidates backed by the Stop Rezoning group won four city council seats. A fifth Stop Rezoning-backed candidate remains in a close contest and will need to wait until…
Darth Blader? Wichita has named its winter snow plows and you can track their progress
The weather may not feel like winter quite yet, but the first snow of the season could come sooner than you think. In preparation for slushy streets, the city of Wichita held a news conference Monday to discuss its plan…
KwiKom cuts ribbon for $1 million fiber internet project in Paola
A recent ribbon-cutting event marked the completion of KwiKom Communications' installation of 23 miles of new fiber optic infrastructure that will offer high-speed internet to residents and businesses in northern Paola. The project was made possible by a grant that…
Louisburg in the running for $50,000 grant for dog park
Louisburg is one of 25 finalists for the PetSafe Unleashed Contest that offers a $50,000 grant to the winning community to build a dog park. Local residents can help Louisburg win the grant by voting online through the PetSafe Unleashed…
What nickname do you use for Topeka?
Topeka has more than a few nicknames in the local lingo, depending on who you ask. Kansas' capital has gone by several names over the years. Some exist as playful renditions of the city's name while others pay homage to the…
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