Overland Park OKs solar panels for energy-efficient redesign of 75th Street fire station

29 Friday, July 29

Overland Park OKs solar panels for energy-efficient redesign of 75th Street fire station

info2022-07-29T07:20:49-05:00July 29th, 2022|

Plans for reconstruction of Overland Park Fire Station 41 are moving along as the city approved the addition of solar panels to the building. The fire station, which is undergoing an energy-efficient redesign, sits near the intersection of 75th Street and Conser, just west of Metcalf Avenue. Last week, the Overland Park City Council voted to have SFS Architecture, a local firm, design a solar infrastructure for the station and increase the reconstruction project cost by $225,000 to add solar panels to the building. Source: Prairie Village Post

29 Friday, July 29

Inside Look at the Massive Walmart Fulfillment Center

info2022-07-29T07:21:06-05:00July 29th, 2022|

The largest Walmart Fulfillment Center in Kansas celebrated its one year anniversary with a ribbon cutting today. The new facility employs nearly 400 people, which surpasses the original goal of 300. Associates take orders from Walmart's website, where the items are then picked, packed and shipped directly to customers. Debbie Parkhill, the General Manager of the center, says the employees have been working hard to make sure everything is ready to go. Source: KSNT 27 News

29 Friday, July 29

Topeka Zoo critical to saving Sumatran Tiger

info2022-07-29T00:27:31-05:00July 29th, 2022|

A new pair of breeding tigers are coming to Topeka. With less than 500 Sumatran Tigers in the wild, saving the species is critical. Of the 72 Sumatran tigers in AZA-accredited zoos in North America, seven have been born here at the Topeka Zoo and Conservation Center. The Topeka Zoo announced Thursday it has received recommendations to transfer its tigers to other zoos per a Species Survival Plan (SSP), and has been designated a new breeding pair of tigers. The zoo said it will release more information following the quarantine periods which are expected to be complete this fall. Source: [...]

29 Friday, July 29

Public forums begin for Wyandotte County community health assessment

info2022-07-29T07:21:38-05:00July 29th, 2022|

The Unified Government Public Health Department of Wyandotte County is holding community forums in July and August 2022 as part of a Community Health Assessment for the county. Forums are open to anyone who lives in Wyandotte County. The forums will gather input from people who live in Wyandotte County about the biggest health challenges facing the county and ways to make Wyandotte County a healthier place to live for everyone. Source: Wyandotte Daily

28 Thursday, July 28

Homebuilders around the nation are boosting incentives as they suddenly struggle to sell homes

info2022-07-28T08:42:44-05:00July 28th, 2022|

After two years of not being able to build homes fast enough to keep up with demand, the nation's homebuilders are now experiencing a slowdown in sales and an increase in supply. Sales of newly built homes fell more than 8% in June from the prior month and were 17% lower than June of 2021, according to a report Tuesday from the U.S. Census. Inventory also rose to a 9.3-month supply, up from 5.6 months at the end of last year. Chief executives of major builders are saying they have to respond more quickly to the sudden turnaround in the market, [...]

28 Thursday, July 28

Topeka’s underpaying of engineers results in ‘astronomical’ consulting costs, city leader says

info2022-07-28T08:36:23-05:00July 28th, 2022|

Topeka's city government's practice of paying its engineers considerably less than what the market offers is forcing it to pay "astronomical" amounts in consulting fees, interim city manager Bill Cochran said Tuesday evening. The mayor and council will learn Aug. 9 about strategies proposed to help resolve that, they were told during a work session in which they discussed the city's proposed 2023 budget. The topic came up as the mayor and council heard from Councilman Tony Emerson, who owns a contracting firm that carries out projects that include replacing streets, sewers and water lines. Source: CJonline

28 Thursday, July 28

Halstead Police Officer Recognized For Saving Infant’s Life

info2022-07-28T08:35:12-05:00July 28th, 2022|

Some quick thinking—and quick driving—by Halstead Police Officer Logan Miller saved the life of a three-day-old infant, recently. “Officer Miller’s immediate, decisive actions on March 27 resulted in the saving of this infant’s life, and because of him, the family is thriving and the family is whole today,” Police Chief Josh Orem said. Miller was recognized for his actions during the Halstead City Council meeting Monday night, during which Orem presented him with a Life Saving Award plaque and a commendation bar to go on his uniform. The Rutherford family whom he helped was also present to express their gratitude. Source: [...]

28 Thursday, July 28

Municipal Bond Trends for July 27, 2022

info2022-07-28T08:14:22-05:00July 28th, 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.

28 Thursday, July 28

Fed hikes interest rates by 0.75 percentage point for second consecutive time to fight inflation

info2022-07-28T08:07:39-05:00July 28th, 2022|

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday enacted its second consecutive 0.75 percentage point interest rate increase as it seeks to tamp down runaway inflation without creating a recession. In taking the benchmark overnight borrowing rate up to a range of 2.25%-2.5%, the moves in June and July represent the most stringent consecutive moves since the Fed began using the overnight funds rate as the principal tool of monetary policy in the early 1990s. While the fed funds rate most directly impacts what banks charge each other for short-term loans, it feeds into a multitude of consumer products such as adjustable mortgages, auto [...]

28 Thursday, July 28

Aquatics International Splashes Award On Newton Municipal Pool

info2022-07-28T08:08:59-05:00July 28th, 2022|

The Newton Pool’s design has made a big enough splash to be recognized by an aquatic magazine. Aquatics International placed a spotlight on the Newton municipal pool for its bright color exterior and the city’s ability to wisely use its budget in the recent “2022 Dream Designs” issue. The architectural design of the pool was worked on by Lamp Rynerson and was submitted to the magazine by project manager Kyle McCawley. Director of Public Works Suzanne Loomis said the people in this city have been waiting a long time for this pool and it’s nice to see it win. Source: Harvey [...]