Kansas Department of Transportation

This Stormwater Management Plan outlines the Kansas Department of Transportation's program to protect and improve stormwater runoff quality and comply with its TS4 Permit for the period of 2024-2028. The plan focuses on six minimum control measures: Public Education and Outreach, Public Involvement and Participation, Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination, Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control, Post-Construction Stormwater Management, and Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping. It aims to reduce pollutant discharge to the maximum extent practicable, implement best management practices, and satisfy federal and state water quality regulations.

The Kansas Emerging Aviation Technology Working Group meeting covered topics such as Advanced Air Mobility, emerging aviation technology, electrification, infrastructure improvements, manufacturing, support services, workforce development, education, outreach, and economic impact. It was emphasized that Kansas needs a united front to grow the industry, reduce redundancies, and fill voids. The group also discussed the importance of making meaningful connections and acting on developed strategies. Miter group discussed the engagement effort for the state of Kansas to roadmap AAM. The KSU representatives provided a campus view, vision and priorities in terms of supporting aviation, aerospace and technology.

This document provides an overview of the Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program (IKE) in North Central Kansas, detailing current and planned highway modernization, expansion, and preservation projects. Key focus areas include specific project spotlights, investment levels by KDOT district, and the comprehensive scope of the IKE program across various transportation modes. The document also introduces the 'Local Consult 2025' public engagement process, which aims to gather community input for prioritizing future modernization and expansion projects, ultimately enhancing road safety, supporting economic growth, and expanding transportation options for Kansans.

The meeting's purpose is to replenish the Ike rolling program by identifying new projects for the development pipeline and to prepare for a possible infrastructure investment and jobs act program. The focus is on highway expansion and modernization projects, aiming to add 600 to 750 million dollars to the development pipeline statewide. The meeting includes a review of survey results, project lists, scopes, and information, with discussions on project scoring and prioritization. The goal is to gather input for better-informed decisions and to ensure a dynamic project list that responds to emerging opportunities and new developments in the district.

The meeting focused on transportation improvements in Kansas, particularly within the South Central Kansas region. Discussions included the Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program (IKE), infrastructure investments, and the identification of new projects for the development pipeline. Key priorities discussed were safety, economic development, preservation, and multimodal choices. The meeting also addressed survey results, project lists, scoring methodologies, and updates to data and cost estimates.