Kansas STAR bond proposal for Chiefs, Royals leaves billion-dollar questions unresolved

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Kansas STAR bond proposal for Chiefs, Royals leaves billion-dollar questions unresolved

info2024-05-03T10:26:20-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

A sales tax revenue (STAR) bond proposal introduced to lure the Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals across the border would not translate to a surefire score for a new stadium if Kansas lawmakers approve it during a future session. State lawmakers this week drew new attention to the polarizing incentive program with a bill meant to increase its potential value specifically for pro sports stadiums involving at least $1 billion in investment. Their last-minute effort came days after Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt raised the prospect of a new stadium and as developers such as Sporting Kansas City co-owner Robb [...]

3 Friday, May 3

Investor learns the risks, rewards of buying a house from city

info2024-05-03T10:22:51-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

Armed with flashlights, the public can check out for themselves the boarded-up houses, one-time public housing units, that the City of Wichita is selling. Totaling 352 units in all, it’s been a two-year process to get them to new owners, and out of the city’s hands. The Housing Authority has been holding open houses for interested buyers since the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development approved the sale of the units. They hope prospective buyers will see a new home or investment opportunity. Logan Bradshaw, the Assistant Director of Housing and Community Service said, while working at an open house [...]

3 Friday, May 3

Body cam footage shows Wabaunsee County deputy rendering aid following tornado

info2024-05-03T10:17:30-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

The Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office’s Facebook page posted body cam footage on Thursday of the aftermath of Tuesday’s deadly EF3 tornado in Westmoreland. The body cam footage is from Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Chase Stallbaumer. He took part in the search and rescue following the tornado. Source: KSN-TV

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Salina to break ground on multi-family housing

info2024-05-03T10:14:18-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

Work on new multi-family housing will begin soon in Salina. The complex will be built near Magnolia and Interstate-135. The City of Salina says the location will offer future residents access to shopping, dining and entertainment. Funding for the apartment, $25,000,000, was awarded through Kansas HB 2510 and Kansas SB 267 by the Department of Commerce to help accommodate housing expansion needed for new employees in the area. “Phase 1 will offer 254 modern apartments, featuring spacious floor plans, Basketball Court, Children’s Playground, Pickleball Court, BBQ grilling area, Clubhouse & in-unit laundry. We are confident that these apartments will appeal to [...]

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New license plate cameras are catching criminals in Pittsburg

info2024-05-03T10:12:22-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

New license plate recognition cameras installed across Pittsburg are quickly starting to pay off. In February, 14 license plate recognition or LPR cameras purchased from Flock Safety out of Atlanta, were installed with the hope of catching criminals coming in and out of Pittsburg. The cameras send real-time alerts to law enforcement when it recognizes a stolen vehicle — or one associated with a missing persons case from an “Amber” or “Silver” alert. Within two months of implementing the LPR cameras, Pittsburg Police are already seeing positive results. Source: KSNF/KODE

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Artist building largest ‘I Like Ike’ button in Abilene

info2024-05-03T10:09:46-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

The cattle town of Abilene is embarking on another “world’s largest” tourism project this year focused on honoring one of its most famous residents. The Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau announced in a press release Thursday, May 2 it plans to construct the world’s largest “I Like Ike” campaign button in honor of former President Dwight D. Eisenhower. A $22,000 Kansas Tourism Attraction Development grant will be used to fund the project along with donations collected from more than 200 sources. Julie Roller-Weeks with the visitor’s bureau says the inspiration for this project comes on the heels of the success of [...]

3 Friday, May 3

An Emporia park is saved, after community rallies together

info2024-05-03T10:08:06-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

The controversy over an Emporia park is over. On Wednesday, May 1, Quaker Park in Emporia was removed from the surplus property list. The City was trying to sell the park for a housing development but now says Quaker Park will not be turned into housing. The city gathered to make this decision during the City Commission Agenda Meeting. By starting a petition, people in the community collected more than 800 signatures to save the park, with only 462 signatures needed. The city commission validated the advocate’s efforts today in the meeting. Source: KSNT 27 News

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Heavy flooding leaves parts of Fort Scott underwater

info2024-05-03T10:06:45-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

Fort Scott, Kansas is hit the hardest with flooding from the weekend storms. According to city officials, most of the flooding is north of town and along Highway 54 east towards Uniontown. Most of the clean-up around town should take less than a week. Damaged roads will be repaired. Source: KOAM News

3 Friday, May 3

Public hearing for Shawnee Co. solar and wind farms

info2024-05-03T10:03:42-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

The Shawnee County Planning Commission will consider a wind energy ban and a one-year solar energy moratorium. “This public hearing process is a very important step to take as Shawnee County considers banning wind farms, and a moratorium on solar farms,” Director of the Shawnee County Planning Department Joni Thadani said. “We look forward to hearing from the community. Even if you are unable to attend in person, you can watch the meeting on the Shawnee County YouTube livestream.” Source: KSNT 27 News

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Municipal Bond Trends for May 2, 2024

Henry Schmidt2024-05-03T08:31:50-05:00May 3rd, 2024|

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 Ranson Financial Municipal Advisor, Larry Kleeman, or Henry Schmidt.