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 "city": "Fort Scott",
 "state": "KS",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Commission to consider repair/removal of unsafe structure at 1403 E. Oak",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to direct repair or removal of an allegedly unsafe structure at 1403 E. Oak. They will also consider several consent agenda items, including a $2.74 million appropriation ordinance and payments for the Davis Lift Station project, plus revisit contractor licensing and code amendments. Appearances include a wildlife parks grant, walk-in hunting contracts, and a solar proposal.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-769",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-18",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott commission to weigh unsafe structure, land donation, contractor licensing",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to repair or remove an unsafe structure at 1403 E. Oak, consider accepting a land donation, and revisit contractor licensing and liquor code amendments from the August 4 meeting. The consent agenda includes $2.74 million in appropriations and payments for the Davis Lift Station project. The meeting also includes presentations on a wildlife parks grant, walk-in hunting contracts, and a solar proposal.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08182026-770",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "ITEMS NOT IN AGENDA PACKET",
   "headline": "Fort Scott reviews final reports from 7 small business grant recipients",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission is reviewing final reports from seven businesses that received Small Business Grants in 2025. The reports document how grant funds were spent and describe results such as increased visibility, patient visits, and property improvements. This is a review of completed projects, not a new funding decision.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-767",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "ITEMS NOT IN AGENDA PACKET",
   "headline": "Care to Share reports $72K in cancer aid, 125+ helped in 2026",
   "summary": "This agenda item is a presentation by Care to Share, a local 501c3 charity, to the Fort Scott city body. It reports on the organization's 2026 activities, including over $72,000 paid out in assistance, 125+ cancer fighters helped, and over 17,000 miles driven. The presentation also highlights the organization's community impact, such as the Sharing Bucket program and use of the Community Stage.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-768",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott commission to consider Evergy electric franchise ordinance",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 4, 2026, addressing a range of items including a tabled electric franchise ordinance for Evergy, approval of consent agenda items, and discussions on alcohol code amendments, contractor licensing, and a land bank ordinance. The meeting also includes public comment, an executive session, and several financial approvals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-765",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-08-04",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Commission to consider Evergy electric franchise ordinance and $2M CD investment",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will consider several tabled items, including an electric franchise ordinance for Evergy Kansas South, approval of the July 7 consent agenda with $442,389.03 in expenses, and a $2,000,000 certificate of deposit investment. They will also discuss amending alcohol-related municipal codes, contractor licensing, and a land bank ordinance. Public comment and presentations on a child services center proposal and small business grant update are scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08042026-766",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-27",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott 2027 budget: flat mill levy, $500K lake lot sale for debt",
   "summary": "The City of Fort Scott is developing its 2027 budget, with work sessions scheduled for July 21 and August 18, and a public hearing and adoption on September 15. The proposed budget maintains the current 35.023 mill levy, uses $500,000 from lake lot sales to reduce debt, and holds two police and one fire position vacant to balance the General Fund. It also includes a 3% wage adjustment and absorbs a 15% health insurance increase.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07272026-764",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "City Commission to consider Evergy electric franchise ordinance and $2M CD investment",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission is holding its regular meeting on July 21, 2026. The agenda includes approval of a consent agenda with appropriations totaling over $1.1 million, and new business items such as a franchise ordinance for Evergy, a $2 million certificate of deposit investment, and a mower purchase for the golf course.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-762",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "City Commission to consider Evergy franchise ordinance, $2M CD investment, and rodeo discussion",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will meet to consider an amended agenda including a consent agenda with a $1,112,893 expense report, a franchise agreement with Evergy, a $2,000,000 investment in certificates of deposit, a request for a new mower, and a discussion about the rodeo. The meeting also includes public comment and reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-763",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Commission to consider Evergy electric franchise ordinance",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission is holding its regular meeting to consider several action items, including a new electric franchise ordinance for Evergy Kansas South, a resolution for an issue at 118 E. Wall, and a discussion of the rodeo arena. The consent agenda includes approval of a $1,112,893 appropriation ordinance and several payments for engineering and financial services. The meeting also includes public comment and reports.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-760",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott City Commission to consider Evergy franchise agreement, $1.1M in expenses",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 123 S. Main Street. The Commission will consider approving an expense report totaling $1,122,335.35, including payments to Earles Engineering and Evergy-related items, and will discuss a proposed franchise agreement with Evergy Kansas South for electric utility services. The agenda also includes a discussion to resolve issues related to a property at 118 E. Wall, a request to fill a vacancy on the Library Board, and a report on the city's financial position.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-761",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "City Commission to tour site, consider grant and equipment purchase",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission is holding a special meeting that begins with a tour at 810 S. Burke before reconvening at City Hall. They will consider a Continuum of Care Grant and the purchase of a 2018 Rammer Hammer 1655 for $18,500.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-758",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "City Commission to consider applying for a $1.575 million federal grant to fund a homeless services center",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold a special meeting on July 13, 2026, beginning with a tour at 810 S. Main Street. The commission will consider authorizing submission of a FY2026 Continuum of Care grant application for the BridgePoint Community project, which requests approximately $1.575 million in federal funding to renovate a building into a transitional housing facility. The commission will also consider the purchase of a 2018 Rammer 1655 attachment for $18,500.00.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07132026-759",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott commission to consider property tax rate above revenue neutral",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold its regular meeting on July 7, 2026, addressing a property tax levy resolution, an electric franchise ordinance for Evergy, and multiple public hearings on unsafe structures. The agenda also includes consent items, a request for assistance from a local business, and a proposal for a boat dock.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-751",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott City Commission to consider property tax rate resolution, electric franchise, and unsafe building hearings.",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will meet to consider a property tax rate resolution (No. 30-2026), an electric franchise agreement with Evergy, and public hearings on four unsafe structures. The agenda also includes a request from a local business (Holmes/Holty LLC) and a report from the Kansas Department of Transportation engineer. The commission will also approve an appropriation ordinance totaling $830,574.94 for expenses paid between June 10 and June 30, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-752",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "ITEMS NOT IN AGENDA PACKET",
   "headline": "City to seek $1.575M federal grant for transitional housing project",
   "summary": "The City Commission is being asked to authorize submission of a FY2026 Continuum of Care grant application to HUD for approximately $1,575,000 to fund BridgePoint Community, a proposed transitional housing and supportive services initiative at 23rd Street in Fort Scott. The project would renovate an existing building to provide temporary housing and case management for homeless individuals and families. Approval of the application does not commit the city to accepting funds; any future grant award would require separate Commission review.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-754",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "ITEMS NOT IN AGENDA PACKET",
   "headline": "Fort Scott City Commission to consider economic and health impacts of a proposed 9-day fireworks discharge window.",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission is discussing a proposed 9-day fireworks discharge window. The agenda includes an economic impact analysis showing no consistent increase in local sales tax revenue during fireworks months, and a public health analysis detailing risks to air quality, hearing, veterans, infants, and pets. The commission will weigh these findings in deciding whether to adopt the extended window.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-753",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "City Commission to award $795,782 in expenses, sell notes, amend zoning",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will consider approving a $795,782.34 appropriation ordinance, award the sale of Series 2026-1 Temporary Notes, and vote on several ordinances including zoning changes for accessory structures and shipping containers, and Gunn Park camping regulations. They will also consider small business grants, liquor license amendments, and various payment requests.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-750",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-12",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Commission to award $795,782 in expenses, sell notes, and amend zoning",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will consider approving a $795,782.34 expense report, awarding the sale of Series 2026-1 Temporary Notes, and amending zoning regulations for accessory structures and shipping containers. They will also discuss a franchise fee update from Evergy, a film initiative, and several payment requests for construction projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06122026-749",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott Commission to consider airport lighting bid, unsafe buildings",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will consider awarding a bid for the airport runway lighting system replacement and approve a letter agreement for the project. The commission will also consider resolutions regarding unsafe structures at four properties and discuss camping regulations in Gunn Park. The consent agenda includes a $13,000 payment to JCM Restoration for retaining wall repairs and a $1,040 payment to Bourbon County Jail for prisoner housing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-746",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott commission to consider airport taxiway lighting bid, unsafe structures",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will consider awarding a bid for replacing the taxiway edge lighting system at the municipal airport, along with related design agreement amendments. They will also take up resolutions for hearings on several allegedly unsafe structures and discuss camping regulations at Gunn Park. The agenda includes consent items such as an appropriation ordinance and various licenses.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-745",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Fort Scott City Commission to consider police equipment purchases, liquor license, and alley vacation",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, at City Hall. The commission will consider approving a $15,000+ expense report, a liquor license renewal, and a public hearing to vacate a portion of an alley. Action items include purchasing a sewer repair part, a new police evidence software contract, and bids for new police vehicles.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-742",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "ITEMS NOT IN AGENDA PACKET",
   "headline": "Fort Scott Public Works reports full staff, lists concrete and asphalt projects",
   "summary": "This agenda item is a report from the Public Works Department, not a decision or public hearing. It highlights that the department is at full staff and outlines upcoming street, water, parks, and airport projects, including concrete work prioritized over asphalt due to oil prices.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-747",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "Agendas",
   "headline": "Commission to consider vacating alley, buying sewer repair system, expanding police software",
   "summary": "The Fort Scott City Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda, an executive session on IT, public comment, and several action items. New business includes a public hearing on vacating a portion of an alley and decisions on purchasing a sewer repair system, expanding police evidence software, leasing police vehicles, and paying a contractor for the Davis Lift Station.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-741",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.fscity.org/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}