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City of Girard discusses potential merge of local fire departments
Girard could merge paid and volunteer fire departments. The city of Girard currently has two fire departments within its city limits: The Girard City Fire Department and the District 4 Fire Department. Girard Fire has paid workers and District 4…
Wichita votes to increase water and sewer rates
The Wichita City Council unanimously voted to increase water and sewer rates on Tuesday. The proposed rates for 2023 are 6.25% for water and 3% for sewer, for a combined rate adjustment of 4.95%. The vote comes after the City…
New animal ownership limits placed in Junction City for cats, dogs and ferrets
A new city ordinance has been approved in Junction City which limits the number of animals in each residence within city limits. City Attorney of Junction City Britain D. Stites announced on Nov. 8 that the City Commission voted on…
Here’s how and when the Wichita school board plans to search for next superintendent
The Wichita school board plans to name outgoing Superintendent Alicia Thompson’s replacement by spring break 2023. Thompson, who has held the job since 2017, plans to retire at the end of the school year. ... Chief Human Resources Officer Sean…
Markets watch U.S midterm elections and fed speakers
Markets will be paying close attention to the outcome of midterm elections as they will decide whether Republicans or Democrats will control Congress, which would affect future spending and monetary policy. Throughout the week, traders are also watching a series…
Municipal Bond Trends for November 7, 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.
Legal fight on voting records resolved
A Kansas county sued over voting documents has said the matter was resolved Friday, after a national left-leaning group filed a request with Butler County for records of voters who submitted advanced ballots but encountered issues preventing them from being…
After tenant complaint, city condemns converted attic apartment; parent wonders how many rentals are ever inspected to begin with
When Kari Taylor’s daughter, Seagan, decided to move into what the family viewed as a “quirky” top-floor apartment of a home at 1126 Ohio St., it was with the caveat that a handful of maintenance issues discussed with the leasing…
Lawrence city leaders to consider process to reduce number of advisory boards, improve their functionality
Lawrence city leaders will soon consider setting up a committee to study potential changes to the city’s many advisory boards and commissions, including a recommendation to significantly reduce their overall number. The city has 45 boards, commissions, steering committees, governing…
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