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Budget & taxes in Kansas local government

What Kansas city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.

3,354 Kansas meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.

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Lawrence, KS · Thu Oct 8, 2026 · Affordable Housing Advisory Board

Affordable Housing Advisory Board releases 2020 annual activity report

This document summarizes the 2020 activities, financial transactions, and progress toward housing goals for the Affordable Housing Advisory Board. It details funding recommendations, project updates, and the status of the Affordable Housing Trust Fund.

Andover, KS · Mon Sep 28, 2026 · City Council Workshop

Andover City Council considers approving the proposed 2025 meeting calendar.

The City Council reviewed the proposed 2025 calendar for council meetings, workshops, and budget workshops prepared by Dana Engstrom. The schedule replaces the full summer Saturday retreat with three Monday night budget workshops and adds three additional workshop nights in April, June, and September. Staff presented…

Wyandotte County, KS · Wed Sep 9, 2026 · Committee/Task Force

Wyandotte County Park Board to discuss 2027 budget and park projects

The Wyandotte County Park Board will meet on September 9, 2026, to review staff updates on park projects, discuss the 2027 budget, and consider a letter of support for the budget. The board will also hear updates on stormwater projects, Garland Park, and employee recognition.

Atchison County, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · County Commission Regular Meeting

County Commission to consider 1/4 cent sports complex sunset resolution

The Atchison County Commission is holding its regular meeting, which includes a workshop, public comment, and new business. The main items are a resolution to sunset the 1/4 cent sales tax for the sports complex and a discussion on appointed attorney contracts. The meeting is open to the public, with Zoom available…

Olathe, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Council

Public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2027 City Budget

The City Council will hold public hearings to receive comments on the proposed FY 2027 budget. The council will also consider Resolution No. 26-1077, which would authorize a property tax levy exceeding the revenue neutral rate.

Andover, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Council

Andover City Council to consider 2027 budget and mill levy increase

The City Council will discuss the proposed 2027 budget, which includes a mill levy increase to 44.951 mills. The meeting also includes discussions on new housing developments and various city ordinances.

Lawrence, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Commission

Commission to consider $10.4M bonds for senior housing, $2.26M waterline contract

The Lawrence City Commission is meeting to approve routine items and several significant actions, including awarding a $2,262,053 construction contract for the Iowa Street Waterline Replacement, adopting ordinances on first reading for eminent domain and $10.4 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for The Peaks of…

Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · Regular Meeting Agenda - PM

KCK school board to approve 2026-27 budget with $3.85M reserve transfer

The Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026-27 USD 500 budget, including a resolution to exceed the revenue neutral rate and a $3,851,000 transfer from contingency reserves. The board will also approve a 33% Local Option Budget (LOB) resolution. Other items include…

Pratt, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Commission

Commission to hold 2027 budget hearing and consider adoption

The Pratt City Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2027 budget and then consider adopting it. They will also consider several other items, including library board appointments, agreement changes, and funding requests for electric utility equipment.

Green, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · Committee Meetings

City to advance 2027 property tax funds and resurface key roads

The Green City Council’s September 8, 2026 committee meeting will hold second readings on resolutions to advance 2027 property tax funds and accept tax rates set by the Budget Commission. It will also consider a resolution to apply for an Enbridge grant to purchase firefighting hose. Additionally, a second reading is…

Bonner Springs, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Council

Council to hold public hearing on property tax exceeding revenue neutral rate

The Bonner Springs City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on levying a property tax that exceeds the revenue neutral rate. The council will hear public comments and consider a resolution to approve the tax increase. Staff recommends approval. The agenda also includes a budget update, but…

Prairie Village, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Council

Council to hold public hearings on 2027 budget and tax rate exceeding revenue neutral rate

The Prairie Village City Council will hold public hearings on the 2027 budget and a proposed tax rate above the revenue neutral rate, followed by votes on both. The council will also consider amendments to the conversion therapy prohibition and discuss how council vacancies are filled. Several routine items are on the…

El Dorado, KS · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission to hold public hearings on 2027 budget and property tax levy

The El Dorado City Commission will hold two public hearings on the proposed 2027 budget, including a resolution to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The commission will also consider several infrastructure projects, equipment purchases, and a request to suspend a condemnation decision.

Shawnee County, KS · Thu Sep 3, 2026 · BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Shawnee County commissioners to hold public hearings on the 2027 budget and tax rate.

The Shawnee County Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on the proposed 2027 budget and a property tax levy exceeding the revenue neutral rate. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various contracts, insurance policies, and park projects, alongside new business items covering public…

Riley County, KS · Thu Sep 3, 2026 · Board of County Commissioners

County board to discuss planning fees, health dept MOU, and legal session

The Riley County Commission is holding a regular business meeting with staff updates, work sessions, and administrative items. Key discussions include a planning and development fee schedule work session, a memorandum of understanding with Wichita State University, and an executive session for legal advice on pending…

Wichita, KS · Thu Sep 3, 2026 · Cultural Funding Committee

Cultural Funding Committee to review grant applications and funding amounts

The Cultural Funding Committee will convene to review applicants and discuss the allocation of the Activation Grant funding. The meeting includes a question-and-answer session with applicants and a post-Q&A discussion.

Lawrence, KS · Tue Sep 1, 2026 · City Commission

Commission to consider 2027 budget, stormwater rates, and major K-10 annexation

The City Commission will hold public hearings on the fiscal year 2027 budget and a proposed property tax rate exceeding the revenue neutral rate, and consider first reading of stormwater rate increases for 2027-2029. The consent agenda includes final adoption of ordinances to annex and rezone about 288 acres near K-10…

Wyandotte County, KS · Tue Sep 1, 2026 · Committee/Task Force

Library board to set budget at special meeting

The Wyandotte County Library Board is holding a special meeting to set the budget amount. The agenda includes only a call to order, the budget item, and adjournment, with no other business listed.

Junction City, KS · Tue Sep 1, 2026 · City Commission

Commission to consider bond authorization and property purchases

The City Commission will discuss several major financial items, including bond authorization for an animal shelter and public works building. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a sidewalk replacement project and several resolutions regarding property and grant applications.

Russell, KS · Mon Aug 31, 2026 · City Council

Council to adopt 2026 amended budget for 24-7 Travel Store TIF Fund

The Russell City Council will vote on the 2026 amended budget for the 24-7 Travel Store TIF Fund, a decision preceded by a public hearing. The council will also declare a Stage II Water Warning and review the 2025 financial audit. Additionally, the body will request public hearings for a Neighborhood Revitalization…

Wyandotte County, KS · Mon Aug 31, 2026 · Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee

Committee to vote on Kaw River Bridge agreement amendment

The Economic Development & Finance Standing Committee will consider a resolution for the Fifth Amendment to the Kaw River Bridge Cooperative and Development Agreement, receive the Second Quarter 2026 investment report, and get updates on the Midtown Station project and economic development incentives. The meeting also…

Coffey County, KS · Mon Aug 31, 2026 · County Commissioners

County board to review zoning case, COF budget, bridge report

The Coffey County Commission is holding its regular meeting with three scheduled items: a planning and zoning case review, a budget discussion, and a bridge evaluation report. Public comments are welcomed at the meeting.

Wyandotte County, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · Planning & Zoning and Board of Commission

Commission to vote on rezoning, short-term rentals, and emergency declaration extension

The Wyandotte County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a rezoning for agriculture, several short-term rental permits, and a downtown improvement district finding. They will also consider a special use permit for a short-term rental that was recommended for denial, a budget workshop…

Newton, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · Newton Housing Authority

Board to approve four new housing policies and consider hiring an attorney

The Newton Housing Authority will vote on four operational policies covering vacancies, unit turnarounds, maintenance response, and offline procedures. The board will also review the Executive Director's report on financials, HUD correspondence, and 2025 audit corrective actions. Additionally, the body will consider…

Hays, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · City Commission

City Commission to issue bonds, award HVAC bid, approve consent items

The Hays City Commission will consider adopting ordinances and resolutions to issue general obligation bonds and temporary notes, award a $43,700 HVAC bid for the Parks Department, and approve a consent agenda that includes adopting the Uniform Public Offense Code and Standard Traffic Ordinance, a landscaping code…

Spring Hill, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · City Council

Council votes on 2027 budget, sewer repairs, and two rezonings

The Spring Hill City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2027 budget and a request to exceed the revenue neutral rate. The agenda includes approval of an appropriation order totaling $2,519,193.54 and a task order for emergency sewer repairs. Council members will also vote on two rezoning applications and the…

Osawatomie, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · City Council

Council to hold public hearing and adopt 2027 budget

The Osawatomie City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2027 budget and consider adopting Ordinance 3883 to approve it. They will also consider a resolution authorizing Jefferson Highway route markers and other routine items. The agenda includes consent items, public comments, and reports.

Osawatomie, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · City Council

Osawatomie City Council holds 2027 budget hearing Aug 27

The Osawatomie City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2027 budget, allowing taxpayers to object to the use of funds and the ad valorem tax amount. The hearing is required by law and will take place at Memorial Hall. Detailed budget information is available at City Hall and online.

Shawnee County, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

County board to vote on tax relief, software renewals, salt bid, and more

The Shawnee County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with property tax relief resolutions, software contract renewals, and park projects, plus new business items including a de-icing salt bid, a contract amendment for jail communications, and design services for a clubhouse. The meeting is a…

Riley County, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · Board of County Commissioners

Board reviews County Administrator compensation and first-year goals

The Riley County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to review the compensation package and first-year goals for the County Administrator. The agenda also includes routine purchasing card requests, employee action forms, and a review of previous minutes. An executive session is scheduled to discuss…

Lyon County, KS · Thu Aug 27, 2026 · Commission Action Session

County to consider $12,032 freezer replacement and $45,695 police cameras

The Lyon County Commission will hold an action session to consider routine items such as minutes, warrants, payroll, and appointments, plus discuss personnel changes. They will also vote on two equipment purchases: a freezer replacement for the kitchen at 425 Mechanic and new body and dash cameras for the Sheriff's…

Basehor, KS · Wed Aug 26, 2026 · City Council

Council to vote on 2027 budget, property tax rate, and five-year capital plan

The Basehor City Council will hold public hearings to approve the 2027 operating budget and a property tax rate exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate. The council will also vote to accept the five-year Capital Improvement Plan and approve a first amendment to a development agreement with Basehor Boulevard Holdings, LLC…

Douglas County, KS · Wed Aug 26, 2026 · Commission Board Meeting

County to vote on 2027 budget and property tax rate exceeding revenue neutral

The Douglas County Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on whether to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2027 budget, which would set a property tax rate above the state-mandated neutral level. They will also consider adopting the 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Plan Budget. The consent agenda…

Miami County, KS · Wed Aug 26, 2026 · Board of County Commission

Miami County Commission to adopt 2027 budgets for county and fire districts

The Miami County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote to adopt the 2027 budgets for the county, Rural Fire District #1, Rural Fire District #2, Bucyrus Lights & Sirens, and Hillsdale Lights & Sirens. The agenda includes specific votes to authorize resolutions to exceed the revenue neutral rate for…

Miami County, KS · Wed Aug 26, 2026 · Board of County Commission

County Commission to discuss proposed 2027 budget

The Miami County Board of County Commissioners is holding a study session to discuss the proposed 2027 budget. The agenda includes opening comments and general discussion, with the budget as the sole substantive item.

Topeka, KS · Tue Aug 25, 2026 · Governing Body

Topeka council to vote on exceeding revenue neutral rate for 2027 budget

The Topeka Governing Body will hold two public hearings and consider resolutions to exceed the revenue neutral rate (RNR) for the 2027 city operating budget and for the Topeka Metro Transit Authority (TMTA). The city proposes a tax rate of 37.126 mills (RNR 35.580), and TMTA proposes 4.2 mills (RNR 3.832). The council…

Topeka, KS · Tue Aug 25, 2026 · Governing Body

Topeka council to set utility rates, approve $26M Huntoon Street project

The Topeka Governing Body will vote on several major items, including setting utility rates for 2027-2030, approving a $26 million street improvement project on SW Huntoon Street, and allocating funds for social services and a sports complex. They will also discuss creating a City Auditor position and the 2027…

Andover, KS · Tue Aug 25, 2026 · City Council

Council to vote on 2027 budget and revenue neutral rate hearing

The Andover City Council will hold public hearings on the 2027 budget and the Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR) resolution. The consent agenda includes a $2,020,442.59 appropriation ordinance and a change order for street rehabilitation. The council will also authorize the issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds…

Westmoreland, KS · Tue Aug 25, 2026 · Land Bank

Land Bank board to review finances, property updates, legal session

The Westmoreland County Land Bank board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of minutes and the previous month's financial report, along with property updates and an executive session for legal and real estate matters. No specific properties, contracts, or dollar…

Goddard, KS · Tue Aug 25, 2026 · City Council

Council to vote on buying Eberly Trails land for new water well

The Goddard City Council will consider exercising an option to purchase about 0.42 acres in Eberly Trails Reserve D for $50,000 to build a municipal water well, part of a project to expand the city's water supply. The council will also review a micromobility device ordinance and hear a report on the Senior Center. The…