The meeting included a presentation from the Aerson High School National Honor Society regarding a upcoming blood drive in honor of Ryan Burkhalter. The commission authorized the extension of the fixed-based operator contract at the airport and discussed the reinstatement of hangar lease fees. A public hearing was held regarding the vacation of alley right-of-way north of Unity Street to facilitate a medical school project, which was subsequently approved. The commission also approved a demolition agreement for city-owned property at 800 River Road and discussed a proposal for the removal and cleanup of an obsolete acid tank system at the water treatment plant.
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The commission held a public forum discussing upcoming curb and sidewalk replacement projects on Unity Street. The consent agenda included the extension of a management agreement for the event center, the appointment of voting delegates for the upcoming League of Kansas Municipalities convention, and the approval of an occupational license. The primary business item was a comprehensive presentation on the 2027 city budget. This included an explanation of property tax mechanics, the revenue neutral rate in Kansas, proposed mill levy adjustments, and an analysis of projected tax distributions among the city, county, and school district.
Aug 17, 2026·Board meeting
City Commission Commission Meeting
The City Commission held a meeting to address several administrative and financial items. The board approved multiple occupational licenses, a federal fund exchange agreement for future sidewalk projects, and the transfer of ARPA funds to offset an unbudgeted dump truck purchase. A resolution was adopted to support an application for the Kansas Housing Investor Tax Credits program. Additionally, the commission appointed two new members to the Economic Development Advisory Group and received a presentation regarding the upcoming budget and mill levy process.
Aug 3, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Education Commission Meeting
The meeting featured a presentation from the school district superintendent regarding the district's strategic plan, which focuses on enhancing educational opportunities, staff quality, community partnerships, and transparent communication. The discussion addressed the budgetary impacts of declining student enrollment, strategies to improve chronic absenteeism, and an analysis of state assessment scores in English language arts, mathematics, and science. Additionally, the superintendent highlighted the 'Two Cent Tuesdays' community engagement initiative and explained current truancy procedures.
