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Municipal Bond Trends for August 24, 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…
Kansas submits 5-year, $451M internet extension plan
The Kansas Office of Broadband Development has submitted the state’s Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Five-Year Action Plan to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The required action plan details how universal connection will happen in Kansas, and…
City of Lenexa takes over historic cemetery
The City of Lenexa recently took control of the historic Lenexa Cemetery, which predates the city itself by roughly 30 years. It's a move meant to make sure the necessary work around the cemetery can continue, but the first steps…
City of Wichita to launch property tax rebate program for seniors, disabled veterans
As part of the pilot program, homeowners who receive property tax credits from one of three state programs, the Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low Income Seniors (SAFESR), the Homestead Refund or the Kansas Property Tax Relief Claim for Seniors…
Haysville tap water might soon look milky, but don’t worry
Haysville residents may see cloudy or milky water soon, but it's not a concern and only temporary. Haysville Public Works said in a Facebook post on Thursday the Corrosion Control Project is reaching a new milestone and launching an Orthophosphate…
Municipal Bond Trends for August 23, 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…
Groundbreaking ceremony coming next week for Coffey County semiconductor plant
A groundbreaking and shovel ceremony for a new computer chip manufacturing facility in Coffey County is set next week. Secure Semiconductor Manufacturing, a microelectronics manufacturer who will primarily supply semiconductor components for EMP Shield and other Semiconductor manufacturers across the…
City of Wichita considers fines for landlords who retaliate against renters
Wichita is considering fines for landlords who retaliate against tenants who are otherwise in good standing. The proposed ordinance introduced Tuesday to City Council would penalize landlords who evict or raise rent within six months of a tenant’s complaint to…
Freeman to build new hospital in Pittsburg
Freeman Health System made a big announcement in southeast Kansas Wednesday morning. In a news conference held in Pittsburg plans for a brand new hospital were revealed. Officials specified the new facility will be approximately 170,000 sq. ft. in size,…
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