Environment & climate in Kansas local government
What Kansas city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
208 Kansas meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Kansas with the most environment & climate activity
- Bel Aire, KS (24)
- Newton, KS (17)
- Wichita, KS (17)
- Miami County, KS (15)
- Louisburg, KS (11)
- Manhattan, KS (9)
- Spring Hill, KS (7)
- Park City, KS (5)
- Shawnee County, KS (5)
- Hays, KS (5)
- Russell, KS (5)
- Junction City, KS (5)
Latest matching meetings
Tree Board meeting notice; agenda not yet published
This is a procedural meeting notice for the Bel Aire Tree Board's regularly scheduled meeting. The actual agenda with items for discussion or decision has not been published and will be posted 1-2 days before the meeting. The meeting is open to the public.
Planning Commission to consider zoning changes and a metal recycling special use
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals will discuss several zoning reclassifications and a final plat approval. The body is also considering a special use permit for a metal salvaging and recycling operation.
Board seeks $36,000 for 12 façade improvement grants and reviews downtown projects
The Choose Newton Main Street Board will discuss a mission‑statement update, recap a Main Street America visit, and review promotion activities. It will consider a request for $36,000 to fund 12 façade improvement grants at the upcoming City Commission meeting. Project updates include a downtown sound system awaiting…
City Council sets maximum tax levy and approves $498,340 settlement
The Wichita City Council will set the maximum property tax levy for the city and its districts, and approve a $498,340 settlement for a claim. They will also consider several zoning changes, including a PUD for Blue Lake near West MacArthur and West Street, and approve contracts for the College Hill Neighborhood Plan…
Public hearing and resolution to establish sewer benefit area
The Spring Hill City Council will hold a public hearing on the Northeast Sewer Benefit Area Low, then consider a resolution to establish a sewer system benefit area. Other actions include approving task orders for engineering design of the 223rd Street Loop Trail and construction materials testing for the 2026 street…
Public hearing on proposed East Carson Street Neighborhood Improvement District
The Committee on Hearings and Policy will hold a public hearing regarding Bill 2026-0518. This legislation proposes the establishment of an East Carson Street Improvement District to finance and manage specific area improvements.
Planning Commission to review site plans and final plat
The Prairie Village Planning Commission will review three site plans and a final plat for approval. The meeting will also include the approval of previous commission minutes.
Council to set public hearing on property tax exceeding revenue neutral rate
The Bel Aire City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for September 1, 2026 on the city's intent to levy a property tax exceeding the revenue neutral rate. They will also vote on an appropriations ordinance totaling $1,533,157.08, change orders for street and multi-use path projects, and a…
Commission to discuss Transient Guest Tax rate increase and governance review
The Commission will clarify board direction on the proposed Transient Guest Tax rate increase and its governance and oversight. New business includes an emergency declaration for severe weather, property/casualty insurance renewal with Travelers, and several employee policy adjustments. Rezoning and a special use…
Council to vote on resolution endorsing Main Street downtown program
The Phillipsburg City Council will meet on July 6, 2026, to vote on Resolution #361 endorsing participation in the Kansas Main Street Program for downtown revitalization and designating the Chamber of Commerce as the local organization. They will also approve Appropriation Ordinance #1055-06-26B to pay bills, review…
Council to consider exceeding revenue-neutral tax rate for 2027 budget
The City Council will discuss and potentially decide on the 2027 budget, including a consideration to exceed the revenue-neutral rate. They will also select a contractor for the S. Fifth St. stormwater design RFP and the 2026 street marking RFP. Appointments to fill vacancies on the Fox Hall & Cemetery Board and…
Board to hold public hearing on industrial revenue bonds for veterinary hospital
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider issuing taxable industrial revenue bonds for Veterinary Medical and Surgical Hospital of Topeka. Commissioners will also vote on a consent agenda including purchases, contracts, and grants, and consider new business items such as a resolution on…
Council to vote on Huffman Dr. widening note sale, accessory dwelling, street bids
The Kechi City Council will consider a note sale resolution and contract for the Huffman Dr. and Kechi Rd widening project, a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling, approval of street maintenance bids, and a developer agreement for Foreman Addition. Updates on the Playground Project and K-254 corridor are…
Planning commission approves final plats and conditional uses for new subdivisions
The Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will approve final plats for several new residential developments and consider conditional use permits for solar energy systems and commercial zoning changes.
Environmental Committee to consider 2026 Go Green Environmental Fair sponsorship
The Environmental Committee will meet to discuss several ongoing sustainability initiatives. The body is considering the sponsorship of the 2026 Go Green Environmental Fair and reviewing updates on climate and waste projects.
Sustainability Board to discuss water resilience and solid waste
The Sustainability Integration Board will review updates on water resilience solutions and solid waste management. The board will also discuss its goals for the remainder of 2026.
City Commission reviews quality of life sales tax planning and street plan
The Ottawa City Commission will hold a study session to discuss planning for a quality of life sales tax and a proposed street plan. Staff will present options and data for public review. No formal votes or binding actions are scheduled for this meeting.
Council approves trash contract, pay study, and traffic signal design
The Derby City Council will consider a contract with Waste Connections Inc. for residential trash and recycling services starting January 1, 2027, along with a pay study update and a traffic signal design contract.
Council discusses street maintenance and bond termination for Sterling Screen Printing
The City Council will discuss the proposed 2026 Street Maintenance Program during a workshop. The regular meeting includes a resolution to terminate industrial revenue bonds totaling $1,890,000 for the Sterling Screen Printing, Inc./DRI INK LLC project.
Tree Board to review by-laws and improve city interaction
The Bel Aire Tree Board will consider accepting April 2026 meeting minutes, conduct an annual review of by-laws (previously tabled), and hear from guest Deb Appel on enhancing interaction with the city. Member reports on communications, plaques, clean-up events, and community engagement are also planned.
City Council debates exceeding revenue neutral rate to cover budget shortfall
The council is reviewing the 2027 budget, focusing on the General Fund which faces a significant gap between $606,812 in department requests and only $91,000 available without additional measures. They will discuss whether to declare intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate, which would raise taxes. Other options…
City Commission holds two-day budget workshop for 2027
The City Commission is holding a two-day budget workshop to assess the overall budget and discuss funding for departments including parks, streets, sanitation, water, electric, fire, police, and IT. The workshop will also address service contracts, donations, and the 2027 budget schedule.
Council to consider Woodlawn Roadway change order and other projects
The City Council will discuss and vote on several financial and administrative items. Key actions include approving an appropriations ordinance of $1,325,449.02, selecting one of two alternatives for the Woodlawn Roadway project change order, and awarding a street paving contract for Chapel Landing 7th Addition. The…
Commission approves STAR Bond and TIF districts for Champions Gate
The Manhattan City Commission will approve a public hearing and vote on establishing a STAR Bond District and a Tax Increment Finance District for the Champions Gate project. The meeting also includes approving claims, a fireworks permit, and a street repair contract.
Council to vote on $9,000 in budget requests for non-profits
The City Council will consider two budget requests: $5,000 for Options Domestic & Sexual Violence Services and $4,000 for Western Kansas Child Advocacy Center. They will also discuss updates on electric scooters and approve event-related requests including a band concert at Fike Park and a street closure for a 5K run…
Planning Commission to decide on 1,495-acre solar farm with battery storage
The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is holding public hearings and voting on several conditional use permits and zone changes. The most significant item is a conditional use request for a major solar energy conversion system with battery storage on nearly 1,500 acres in the county. Other decisions include zone…
Council to vote on $337,515 street rehabilitation contract
The Park City Council will hold a public hearing to determine if a structure at 6700 Longmont is dangerous and unsafe, and consider a resolution to condemn it. The council will also vote on a $337,515 contract with APAC Kansas Inc. for Randall Road full depth reclamation, and approve the final plat for Broadway…
City Commission discusses Moro Street and workforce housing tax policy
This work session is for discussion only, with no votes or action items. The commission will hear presentations and provide feedback on Moro Street improvement options, a Workforce Housing Sales Tax policy manual, and an update on the Oracle permitting system. Public comment is allowed on each topic.
Commission to decide on special use permit for solar farm
The Finney County Commission will consider two special use permits for solar energy and battery storage systems, along with several other new business items. They will also vote on resolutions appointing a health officer and deputy health officer, and discuss a preliminary engineering agreement for a high-risk rural…
Cemetery Board reviews storm update, movie agreement, tree trimming, Memorial Day
The Spring Hill Cemetery Board will review several old‑business items, including an update on recent storm damage, a proposed agreement for showing movies at the cemetery, a plan to trim trees, and preparations for Memorial Day. The board will also consider any new business, though no specific items are listed on the…
City Commission to vote on $92,602 contract for Seth Child sewer interceptor improvements
The Manhattan City Commission will consider approving a contract with Bartlett & West for preconstruction services ($15,000) and an amendment ($77,602) for the Seth Child Sanitary Sewer Interceptor Improvements Project. They will also vote on a resolution opposing the incorporation of Green Valley, approve a…
Council to vote on $1.1M appropriations ordinance
The council will consider adopting Appropriations Ordinance #5 for $1,095,578.13. They will receive an update on the electric system voltage conversion project, with the first phase costing $1 million and total costs estimated at $5-6 million. The council will also discuss changing the regular meeting start time…
County to consider 2027 budget requests and KDOT K25 agreement
The Thomas County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a KDOT agreement for the K25 project, concrete bids, a tow vehicle ordinance, and a request for recycling outside city limits. They will also interview candidates for landfill director, consider a cereal malt beverage…
Council discusses $243K deficit, weighs tax and fee options
The City Council holds its second budget workshop for 2027, facing a projected $243,000 deficit in the General Fund. Options to close the gap include reducing a street fund transfer, reallocating interest income, raising sales tax, charging utilities a portion of salaries, creating a franchise fee, establishing an…
Board discusses water resilience plan
The Sustainability Integration Board will receive an update on a sustainable solution for water resilience and discuss the board's 2026 goals. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.
Shipping container rules up for public hearing
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a text amendment to regulate shipping containers in various zoning districts. They will also discuss occupancy of USD 416 ball fields and continue old business on subdivision street light requirements and a property at 105 E. Amity.
Council to consider stormwater rate adjustments and $3.3M spending
The City Council will vote on stormwater rate adjustments, approve an appropriation ordinance worth $3.3 million, and discuss the Andover Community Center feasibility study. They will also consider a towing ordinance, award business improvement grants, and authorize the sale of general obligation bonds.
Budget workshop with department presentations on roads, bridges, health and fuel
The County Commissioners will hold a budget workshop. Departments will present updates, including the Road & Bridge department covering roads, a special bridge, hazardous household waste, noxious weeds, and county fuel. The Health Department will also present its budget items. No decisions are listed, only…
Council to consider 10-year franchise agreement with Waste Connections
The Bel Aire City Council will vote on a 10-year franchise agreement with Waste Connections for solid waste and recycling services. They will also consider Appropriations Ordinance No. 26-09 for $1,281,600.66 and a resolution allowing change orders up to $150,000 for the 2026 Street Maintenance Project. A proclamation…
Planning commission to vote on 1,400-acre solar farm near Clearwater
The commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a conditional use permit for a large-scale solar energy conversion system on 1,399.6 acres in rural Sedgwick County. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including compliance with zoning code requirements on setbacks, acreage limits, and screening.