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Oct 6, 2026
Oct 27, 2026
The work for the Bison Exhibit Improvements Project will consist of the approx. quantities.
Posted
Oct 6, 2026
Oct 30, 2026
Work includes 1,000 LF of clean and reseal existing joints; 275 LF of route, clean and seal cracks in concrete pavement; 3,583 SF of surface preparation, pavement marking removal; 1,048 SF of reflectorized pavement marking (Yellow); 398 SF of non-reflectorized pavement marking (Yellow); 2,095 SF of non-reflectorized pavement marking (Black).
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236
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24,137
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Emporia
The Commission meeting focused on several key items, including a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month. Public hearings were held regarding exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate and adopting the 2027 Budget, both of which were subsequently approved. Ordinance Number 26-27 regarding 2027 Annual Appropriations was passed. The Commission also conducted a public hearing and approved Ordinance Number 26-28 to establish the Flint Hills Mall Community Improvement District II. Additionally, Change Order No. 1 for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project was approved. The meeting concluded with a City Manager's report on financials and building permits, a study session covering electric scooter safety and residential generators, and an executive session to discuss confidential financial data.
The commission meeting included a proclamation declaring a specific week for the National Teachers Hall of Fame, followed by a public forum primarily focused on concerns regarding a potential data center in the community. Board appointments were made to the Community Housing Board/Emporia Land Bank. The governing body approved a bid for the construction of a concrete pad for the municipal airport self-service fuel area and authorized the purchase of a new street sweeper and four vehicles via an equipment lease purchase agreement. Additionally, the commission awarded a bid for commercial building improvements through the Community Development Block Grant program, approved a contract for SCADA communications at a lift station, and reviewed monthly financial and building permit reports. The meeting concluded with a study session on various local topics and an executive session regarding economic development.
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The Commission addressed the 2025 Annual Financial Audit Report and approved a two-year extension for auditing services. Discussions regarding a citizen initiative petition to prohibit Tier 2 and Tier 3 Battery Energy Storage Systems were held, with the City Attorney authorized to pursue legal action. Additionally, the Commission approved a resolution establishing a public hearing for the Flint Hills Mall Community Improvement District and adopted the 53rd Edition of the Standard Traffic Ordinance and the 42nd Edition of the Uniform Public Offense Code for Kansas Cities. A special question election was authorized for November 3, 2026, concerning a citywide sales tax to fund recreation facility projects. Finally, the Commission extended the funding agreement with the Emporia Chamber of Commerce for Visit Emporia services and held an executive session regarding a legal matter.
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