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.
1,823 Kansas meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Kansas with the most budget & taxes activity
- Riley County, KS (137)
- Finney County, KS (112)
- Miami County, KS (104)
- Shawnee County, KS (85)
- Lyon County, KS (84)
- Topeka, KS (61)
- Wichita, KS (60)
- Pittsburg, KS (56)
- Junction City, KS (52)
- Andover, KS (50)
- El Dorado, KS (50)
- Newton, KS (49)
Latest matching meetings
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.
Council to approve 2025 meeting calendar
The City Council will vote to approve the 2025 meeting calendar, which includes three Budget Workshops on Monday nights. The calendar replaces a summer Saturday retreat with these workshops and adds extra meeting nights in April, June, and September.
City Council to adopt new traffic and offense codes
The Osawatomie City Council will consider adopting updated traffic and criminal codes for 2026, and authorize the purchase of a replacement dump truck for the Street Department.
Committee reviews $2.8 billion 10-year Capital Improvements Program
The Advance Plans Committee is reviewing the draft 2027-2036 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) to determine if it conforms with the Comprehensive Plan 2015-2035. The body will also receive an update on data centers and related language for the Comprehensive Plan.
City Council will discuss the 2027 budget and capital improvement plan
The Spring Hill City Council work session on July 23, 2026 will include a discussion of the 2027 City Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as Call to Order, Roll Call, and Adjournment.
City to hold public hearing on property tax rate increase
The Kechi City Council will discuss and potentially vote on a property tax rate that exceeds the revenue-neutral rate. The meeting agenda includes routine approvals, staff reports, and several items regarding the Young Industrial 4th development.
Commission considers moratorium on certain zoning and building permits
The Lyon County Commission will discuss a resolution to suspend specific types of zoning, land use, and building permit applications. The body will also consider two service contract payments and personnel changes.
Commission will review the 2027 budget at July 22 meeting
The Lyon County Commission will hold a study session on July 22, 2026. The agenda includes a call to order, a review of the 2027 budget, and adjournment. No specific actions or decisions are listed beyond the budget discussion.
Council will vote on Ordinance 1008 to rezone the Kansas Ave. Basehor Property, LLC site.
The Basehor City Council meeting will consider a consent agenda that includes the minutes and treasurer’s report. Council members will vote on Ordinance No. 1008 to approve a rezoning request for the Kansas Ave. Basehor Property, LLC site. They will also accept the 2025 audit financial statements and hear the City…
Manhattan Audit Board to review 2025 audit and ERP updates
The Manhattan Municipal Audit Board will meet to establish a quorum, approve minutes from a prior meeting, and receive a finance update including the 2025 audit and an ERP update. The meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2026.
City Commission to consider two rezoning ordinances
The City Commission will discuss rezoning requests for land near East Poyntz Avenue and Sarber Lane, as well as 930 Yuma Street. The body will also review several grant agreements and a vehicle purchase.
Board to discuss Andover Community Center feasibility and park restrooms
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review stakeholder feedback regarding a feasibility study for a new Andover Community Center. The board will also discuss budget considerations for restrooms at Cornerstone Park.
City Commission to approve budget, ambulance purchase, and homelessness task force appointments
The Junction City Commission will consider a $3.2 million appropriations ordinance, approve the purchase of an ambulance for $327,336, and appoint members to the Homelessness Task Force.
Wichita City Council proposes increasing purchasing authorization limit to $100,000
The City Council will consider increasing the Charge Order Limit and Purchasing Manager Authorization Limit from $50,000 to $100,000. The body is also reviewing funding for pedestrian crossing and stormwater pump station improvements.
Council to consider bids for Skyview at Webb infrastructure project
The City Council will review bids for water, sewer, and street improvements at Skyview at Webb, Phase 1. Members will also consider an appropriations ordinance and improvements to 45th Street.
Greensburg City Council to review 2027 draft budget
The City Council will review the draft budget for 2027 and discuss a draft ordinance regarding fireworks. The body will also consider an appropriation ordinance.
Council to approve $273,641.08 in warrants for July 20, 2026
The Marion City Council will approve the agenda, consent agenda, minutes of the July 6 meeting, and warrants totaling $273,641.08 along with payroll of $49,869.79. Financial reports for May, June, and the quarter will be presented. The council will discuss Resolution 26‑__: creating a hospital district in city…
Goddard City Council to review annexation and infrastructure designs
The City Council will discuss a resolution for the annexation of 18001 W Highway 54 and the preliminary design for Eberly Trails. The body is also considering a resolution for an RV at 611 N. Spruce and an amendment to the 10-Year CIP.
Board will hear updates on development, budget, safety system, and infrastructure
The Pratt County Board of Commissioners will receive updates on economic development, a budget request from the Conservation District, a possible intrusion detection system, road and bridge projects, and compensation data. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and…
Vicious Dog Resolution considered by County Commission
The Linn County Commission will address routine consent agenda items, including approval of minutes, claims, and add/abate/refund orders. Department heads will give reports on the sheriff, fire, emergency management, health, register of deeds, IT, and public works. Old business includes a Memorandum of Agreement and a…
Council to consider the 2027 Revenue Neutral Rate Intent notice
The special City Council meeting will be called to order by Mayor Michael Powers. Council members will approve the agenda, hear public comments, and consider a notice of the 2027 Revenue Neutral Rate Intent presented by B. Wells. The meeting will conclude with a motion to adjourn.
Parks board to discuss bylaws, programs, and officer elections
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will convene in Manhattan to review staff reports, discuss new business items including bylaws and recreation programs, and plan for upcoming officer elections.
Russell City Council to hold public hearing on dangerous structure at 15 Amber Drive
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a dangerous structure at 15 Amber Drive and discuss the 2027 Budget's Special Revenue Funds. The body is also reviewing bids for a utility backhoe replacement and a lift station replacement on Cindy Drive.
Lyon County Commission to consider exceeding revenue neutral rate
The Commission will consider approving routine minutes, warrants, payroll, and appointments, discuss personnel changes, and decide whether to notify the County Clerk of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate. The revenue neutral rate notification is a required step for adopting a property tax levy that would…
Herington commission to discuss 2027 budget and set spending limits
The Herington City Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the 2027 budget and set a spending limit for the RNR project. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.
Russell City Council to discuss 2027 budget enterprise funds
The City Council will discuss enterprise funds for the 2027 budget and review water source and conservation outlooks for July through September 2026. The body will also consider amendments to the Holland Hotel housing grant and development agreements.
Commissioners to discuss 2027 budget and mill rate increase
The Geary County Commission will hold a work session to review the proposed 2027 budget, which includes a request for a mill rate of 60.962, an increase of 4.661 mills over the 2026 budget. The session will cover appropriations, transfers, and revenue adjustments across various county funds.
Commission to consider intent to exceed Revenue Neutral Rate
The Board of County Commissioners will review several contracts for parks, public works, and health services. The body is also considering a resolution to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate and will hold 2027 budget hearings following the meeting.
Riley County Commissioners to consider establishing Department of Emergency Services
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution to establish the Department of Emergency Services. The agenda also includes a 2027 budget work session and a review of the Keats Sewer Benefit District.
City Commission to review 2027 budget and 161 First Addition final plat
The City Commission will discuss the 2027 budget and a final plat for the 161 First Addition. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding industrial revenue bonds for a Chick-fil-A, Inc. project.
County to consider exceeding revenue neutral rate for 2026 budget
The Board of County Commissioners will consider notices of intent regarding revenue neutral rates for Bucyrus Lights & Sirens, Hillsdale Lights & Sirens, Miami County Fire District #2, and Fire District #1, as well as for Miami County itself. They will also approve minutes from July 8 and vouchers/payroll, and present…
Board discusses 2027 proposed budget for Miami County and Fire District #1
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget workshop. Commissioners will discuss the proposed 2027 budget for Miami County and for Fire District #1. They will also review the timeline and procedures for finalizing the budget.
City Council to hold work session on wastewater treatment plant
The Governing Body will meet at the Spring Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant to tour the facility. The session includes a project overview, proposed alternatives, and financial analysis.
Louisburg City Council to hold Budget Workshop #4
The City Council is meeting for the fourth budget workshop. No other specific agenda items are listed.
Ottawa City Commission votes on 2027 budget and property tax mill rate.
The Ottawa City Commission will vote on a resolution to exceed the state-mandated Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2027 operating budget, setting a maximum property tax mill rate of 46.136. Staff recommend this rate to cover $814,750 in operational cost increases and maintain current service levels. The commission will…
Council to vote on adding a 0.25% education sales tax to the November ballot
The Osage City Council will consider three ordinances—an educational special sales tax, a uniform public offense code, and a standard offense code—each marked as action required. Informational updates will be given on the preliminary budget and the city’s strategic plan, and a reminder about the upcoming CIP/Equipment…
Commissioners review 2027 county budget and mill rate increase
The Geary County Commissioners will hold a budget work session to review the proposed 2027 General Fund budget. The session will examine changes that raise the required mill rate by 5.603 mills, a $732,923 decrease in the revenue‑neutral mill rate, and adjustments to appropriations and transfers across multiple…
City Commission to consider intent to exceed revenue neutral property tax rate
At this special meeting, the City Commission will consider approving Resolution No. 071426-A to declare its intent to levy a property tax exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate and set a public hearing for September 15, 2026. The Commission will also discuss a workforce housing sales tax for the Halcyon Subdivision and…
Andover City Council discusses 2027 budget and mill levy increase
The City Council is reviewing the 2027 annual budget and setting intended mill rates. Discussions include funding for fire department equipment, IT server purchases, and increasing the mill levy to restore city reserves.
Park City Council considers zoning changes and a new public infrastructure fee
The City Council will discuss several zoning changes, including residential rezonings and a special use for metal recycling. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding a public infrastructure fee and a process for camping in city parks.