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Augusta City Council celebrated Tim Johnson for his remarkable national leadership award, while exciting plans for community solar and new generators promise to power the future!

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Augusta honors utilities director; KPP Energy outlines solar, generator and repair-fund plans
Council recognized Public Utilities Director Tim Johnson for a national leadership award. Colin Hansen of KPP Energy updated the council on an 18 MW USDA-funded solar build, new emergency generators for members and a generator repair fund to support local power plants.
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August 6, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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The council has taken a significant step in supporting the Red Bud Ridge project, paving the way for crucial infrastructure improvements in Augusta!

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Council reaffirms support for Red Bud Ridge applications, approves petitions and developer agreement
Council updated and approved a resolution supporting Red Bud Ridge’s housing investor tax credit application, accepted petitions and approved a developer’s agreement and resolution of advisability to finance infrastructure via RHID and special assessments.
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August 18, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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A significant leak in the Mulvane transmission line has prompted the council to approve a $250,900 emergency repair, ensuring future maintenance is a breeze.

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Council approves $250,900 quote to bore and encase Mulvane water line under Highway 77
After staff reported a leak on the Mulvane transmission line beneath Highway 77, council approved Nowak's quote of $250,900 plus statutory bond costs to bore an encasement and run a new inner pipe; staff will fund the emergency work via a supplemental transfer to capital improvement fund 16 and reimburse via future water rate adjustments.
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August 18, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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A visionary developer is proposing a unique blend of traditional single-family lots and a forward-thinking tiny-home community on 58.3 acres near Diamond and Highway 54.

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Developer pitches tiny-home community on Diamond Road; commission encourages research
A landowner proposed converting part of a 58.3-acre property near Diamond and Highway 54 into single-family lots plus a tiny-home community; planning staff asked the commission whether to research zoning changes or a PDO to allow tiny homes on wheels or on foundations.
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August 14, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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Augusta's 2025 financial audit reveals a clean slate with $36.3 million in cash and only minor recommendations for improvement!

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Augusta accepts 2025 audit; auditors issue unmodified opinion and note minor recommendations
City auditor issued an unmodified opinion on the city's financial statements for year ended Dec. 31, 2025, reporting $36.3M in ending cash and three management letter recommendations (outstanding checks, a retroactive statutory bond on a Sourcewell contract, and a handful of missing receipts/limited sales-tax errors). Council accepted the audit by voice vote.
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August 7, 2026 at 12:40 AM
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Augusta's City Council just approved a game-changing 3.4% bid for temporary notes, saving $300,000 in interest and paving the way for crucial grid modernization!

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Augusta accepts 3.4% temporary-note bid to fund grid modernization
Council awarded Series 2026-1 general obligation temporary notes to Northland Securities at a 3.4% winning bid, lowering estimated interest costs by roughly $300,000 and enabling a $6,765,000 deposit and construction start by Aug. 27.
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August 6, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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The Augusta City Council has officially greenlit the Red Bud Ridge Reinvestment Housing Incentive District, paving the way for significant development and new opportunities in the community!

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Council approves development agreement for Red Bud Ridge housing incentive district
The Augusta City Council approved a development agreement with 10 Oak Investments LLC to implement the Red Bud Ridge Reinvestment Housing Incentive District, setting financing, milestones and protections including a developer letter of credit and assignment restrictions until substantial completion.
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July 9, 2026 at 12:51 AM
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The Augusta City Council is gearing up to revamp local ordinances for e-bikes, scooters, and e-motos, sparking important discussions about safety, classification, and public education.

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Council begins ordinance update on e-bikes and e-motos, weighing class distinctions and operator responsibility
Staff told the council it will draft ordinance updates to cover e-bikes, scooters and e-motos, recommending different treatment for class 3 e-bikes and adding operator-responsibility provisions and public education; the discussion will inform a later draft ordinance.
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July 9, 2026 at 12:52 AM
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The Augusta City Council has taken a bold step to modernize Generating Unit M4 with a $1.73 million upgrade, ensuring reliability and preventing costly outages during peak demand!

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Augusta council approves $1.73 million upgrade to Generating Unit M4
The Augusta City Council approved Resolution 2026-9 authorizing modernization of Generating Unit M4 and a contract with Peaker Services Inc. for control-system upgrades, authorizing up to $1.8 million and directing coordination with KPP Energy for potential funding support.
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June 16, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Augusta's council just approved an innovative plan to repair Santa Fe Lake that could save taxpayers 25% compared to traditional methods while preserving the lake's water level!

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Augusta council approves engineering design contract for Santa Fe Lake dam repair
Augusta approved an engineering services agreement with JEO (JO/JO Consulting language appears in the minutes) to design repairs at Santa Fe Lake that preserve the lake level and meet agency freeboard requirements; staff said the chosen design could cost roughly 25% of a traditional levee-raising alternative. Council approved the agreement by voice vote.
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June 9, 2026 at 4:16 AM
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The Augusta council has greenlit a $645,000 project to relocate an outdated weather system, paving the way for new hangar developments at the airport!

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Council approves AWAS-3 bid award, FAA grant application and consultant amendment for Augusta airport
Council approved a contingent bid award to Atlas Electric LLC for the AWAS-3 automated weather observing system relocation, authorized filing and acceptance of an FAA grant (95% of the $645,000 project cost), and approved amendment #1 to the consultant agreement for construction observation pending FAA concurrence; motions carried by voice vote.
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June 8, 2026 at 11:25 PM
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The Augusta City Council has taken a bold step towards enhancing grid reliability by approving a $7 million financing plan for crucial electric utility upgrades.

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Augusta council authorizes financing path for $7M in electric system upgrades
The Augusta City Council approved a charter ordinance pathway and a resolution authorizing electric‑utility revenue bonds to fund two projects — a generating‑plant control upgrade and a low‑voltage grid overhaul serving about 700 properties — enabling concurrent financing options to speed construction without increasing current rates.
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May 7, 2026 at 8:18 AM
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The Augusta City Council has taken significant steps toward development by approving a rezoning for a towing company, a conditional-use permit for storage containers, and a new housing incentive district aimed at revitalizing the Red Bud Ridge area.

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Augusta City Council approves rezoning, conditional-use permit and housing incentive district
The Augusta City Council on Aug. 20 approved multiple measures including rezoning of 529 North Walnut for a tow business, a conditional-use permit for storage containers at 9975 SW Eugene St., an amendment to Flatwater Fitness’s facility-use agreement, and creation of an RHID to fund the Red Bud Ridge development.
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April 21, 2026 at 11:12 AM
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The Augusta City Council controversially reinstated two properties into the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, sparking debate over accountability when one owner failed to show up.

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Council reinstates two properties into Neighborhood Revitalization Program despite one member's reservations
Augusta City Council voted to reinstate 403 North School Street and 512 West Broadway into the Neighborhood Revitalization Program after staff said taxes are paid and written reinstatement requests were submitted; one council member said he was reluctant because an owner was not present to explain.
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March 8, 2026 at 1:41 AM
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Augusta officials are exploring a new housing incentive district that could reshape local development, but early risks loom large!

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Augusta officials briefed on RHID plan, bond counsel warns early years pose most risk
City staff and bond counsel outlined a plan to use a reinvestment housing incentive district (RHID) and special assessments to support a proposed 22-unit development at David and Ohio Street; next steps include feasibility work, a developer agreement and a public hearing, with letters of credit and temporary notes highlighted as early safeguards.
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February 24, 2026 at 1:25 AM
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Augusta is taking a major step towards safer streets with a $160,000 federal grant to develop a comprehensive action plan for pedestrian safety!

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Augusta accepts $160,000 federal SS4A award to develop a street-safety action plan
The council authorized the city manager to accept a $160,000 Safe Streets and Roads for All action-plan grant with a local match, roughly a $200,000 effort, to prioritize pedestrian and street-safety projects and open the city up to future construction funding.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:14 PM
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Augusta's City Council just greenlit the Redbud Ridge project, paving the way for 22 new homes and addressing a growing housing crisis that could see a need for up to 353 new units by 2030!

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Augusta approves Redbud Ridge final plat, housing study and RHID designation to spur infill housing
Council approved the final plat and drainage plan for the Redbud Ridge infill subdivision, accepted an updated housing needs assessment estimating a need of roughly 219–353 new units by 2030, and designated the Redbud Ridge area as a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID) to enable financing and incentives.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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Augusta City Council has officially greenlit a $5 million KDOT-funded pedestrian bridge project over the Whitewater River, paving the way for a vital connection in the Redbud Rail Trail!

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Augusta OKs KDOT-funded engineering work for Whitewater River pedestrian bridge
The council approved a three-party preliminary engineering agreement with KDOT and JEO for phase 2 of the Redbud Rail Trail, with JEO's scope capped at $396,420 and KDOT covering the grant-funded project (application exceeded $5 million); staff said letting is targeted for 2027 and designs will analyze floodplain/stormwater risks.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:35 AM
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The Augusta City Council has greenlit a $5.75 million bond deal to revitalize Country Club Towers, promising a public benefit of $2.21 for every dollar invested!

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Augusta approves industrial revenue bonds, tax-abatement deal for Country Club Towers rehab
The Augusta City Council approved Ordinance No. 2259 authorizing taxable industrial revenue bonds totaling $5.755 million for Country Club Towers LLC and a 10-year payment-in-lieu-of-taxes set at $21,085 per year, after a required public hearing and updated cost-benefit analysis showing a 2.21 benefit-cost ratio.
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December 21, 2025 at 2:29 AM
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The Augusta Planning Commission has just approved sweeping changes to billboard regulations, aligning them with Butler County standards while raising concerns over nighttime visibility and electronic signage.

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Augusta commission approves broad sign code amendments, opts to mirror Butler County standards in planning area
The Planning Commission approved staff-recommended text amendments to Article 8 (Z-2025-21) to define billboards, allow them in the planning/growth area under Butler County-like standards (Proposal 2), and to treat multi-tenant commercial centers under C-3/I-1 sign rules; public commenters raised concerns about electronic billboards and nighttime "
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November 14, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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The Augusta City Council just greenlit a $7.9 million bond to boost public works and airport upgrades, all while keeping taxes in check!

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Augusta council approves $7.9 million bond sale, airport AWOS design contract and multiple city actions
At its Oct. 20 meeting the Augusta City Council accepted the low bid for a $7,885,000 general-obligation bond sale, approved a consultant agreement for an airport AWOS relocation, authorized purchase of downtown property for future municipal use and approved several routine city measures.
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October 21, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Augusta, Kansas, is on the verge of a transformative $1.5 million sidewalk project that could redefine community access and funding opportunities!

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City Staff Proposes $1.5M Sidewalk Improvement Project Funded by CDBG Grants
City staff recommends pursuing a $1.5M community block grant for a large sidewalk project.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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Augusta City Council is gearing up for winter with a crucial new salt storage facility, ensuring the city is ready for snow and ice management!

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City Council Approves Revised Estimate and Contract for Salt Storage Building Construction
Council approves bid for new salt storage building after revising engineering estimate.
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October 7, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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The City of Augusta is taking a bold step to ensure operational continuity for its parks department by proposing a conditional use permit for a new construction trailer amidst a major infrastructure upgrade.

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Augusta Parks Department Seeks Conditional Use Permit for Admin Trailer at 1301 North Ohio
City of Augusta proposes conditional use permit for construction of admin trailer at parks department.
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September 27, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Augusta Middle School is pushing for a crucial variance that could reshape its future—will the Board of Zoning Appeals grant them the setback they need for a new addition?

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Augusta Middle School seeks variance for setback reduction at 1001 North State Street
Board of zoning appeals reviews Augusta Middle School's variance request for a new addition.
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September 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM