@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialLinn County Commissioners have approved their draft 2027 budget but left the door open for a potential cost-of-living adjustment depending on future revenues!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialPratt City's commission just approved multiple contracts for the ambitious $10 million CAT/Point project, including a transformer from Jerry's Electric and medium-voltage wire to keep things running smoothly!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialWyandotte County is stepping up its housing game by potentially allowing accessory dwelling units, offering new opportunities for caregivers, multigenerational living, and rental income!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialA proposed update to the outdoor retail ordinance could transform surplus parking into vibrant vendor spaces, but concerns about competition and safety are raising eyebrows among community members.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialKansas City takes a bold step by passing a new ordinance to regulate kratom products, aiming to enhance public health and safety.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialOlder adolescents are being pushed into foster care not for abuse, but due to a lack of community support, leading to alarming placement instability.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialKansas committee members are pushing for crucial changes to TEI regulations and funding for rural projects, aiming to reduce disputes and enhance community benefits.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialDowntown Leavenworth is facing a crisis as business owners voice their fears over safety and sanitation, questioning if customers should even visit anymore.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialKansas towns are revitalizing their communities with $341,000 in grant funding for projects like library upgrades and playgrounds, but with applications for round five closing soon, now's the time to act!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialFamilies are demanding change as they share heartbreaking stories of navigating a flawed child-welfare system that continues to fail them.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialA coalition of providers is calling for a new community pathway and warmline in Kansas to help families access crucial services without the fear of triggering child welfare investigations.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialKansas universities are taking bold steps to tackle deferred maintenance, showcasing transformative projects funded by the Kansas Campus Restoration Act and Educational Building Fund.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialPittsburg's City Commission has officially closed the grant for a groundbreaking childcare facility, promising better care for our community's future!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialA local resident is calling on the Riley County Commission to reject a controversial $31.7 million DOJ grant, warning it could jeopardize community trust and public safety by entangling local police with immigration enforcement.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialCounty commissioners are exploring a controversial township-based funding model for emergency medical services, raising critical questions about taxation and accountability.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialDickinson County planning commissioners have postponed crucial discussions on data center regulations after expert witnesses were barred from public testimony, raising questions about the future of local infrastructure.
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialGrandparents are stepping up as primary caregivers for their grandchildren, but they face daunting challenges without the support that foster families receive—learn how they’re fighting for change!
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@citizenptnewsks.bsky.socialA new Solid Waste Master Plan draft reveals that a staggering 40% of our trash is organic waste, highlighting the urgent need for better composting solutions and efficiency in collection!
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