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Sep 1, 2026
Sep 29, 2026
Request for proposals for the 2026 Manhole Rehabilitation project, including rehabilitation of approximately 75 manholes and coating of one wet well, with a budget of $150,000.
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126894
Employee FTE
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183
Population
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21,258
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Hays
The commission reviewed upcoming financial matters, including the authorization of General Obligation Bonds and Temporary Notes for infrastructure projects. Discussions included the award of a bid for Parks Department HVAC upgrades, potential deferment of other HVAC projects to the 2027 budget, and the allocation of social services funding. The commission also reviewed proposed park maintenance, a strategy to safeguard water resources, and community updates regarding city development and infrastructure anniversaries. An executive session was held to discuss financial affairs and legal matters with no action taken.
The City Commission meeting addressed several ordinances and resolutions, including authorizing general obligation bonds and temporary notes for city projects. The commission also approved bid awards for Parks Department HVAC upgrades, established a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for the former Lincoln Elementary School, and supported applications for Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credits. Additionally, the commission authorized the creation of a special benefit district for infrastructure improvements in the Tallgrass First Addition development and approved an engineering services agreement for the same project.
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The City Commission reviewed several key items including an ordinance to authorize debt collection services for unpaid utility and abatement debts. Development proposals for the former Lincoln Elementary School were discussed, involving the establishment of a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District, the issuance of Industrial Revenue Bonds, and support for a Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credit application. Infrastructure improvements for the Tallgrass First Addition Phase 6 were addressed, including the creation of a benefit district and an engineering services agreement. Additionally, the commission reviewed the 2027 budget, discussed local water conservation and tourism activities, and held an executive session regarding financial affairs.
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