AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoKansas Tax Update: Kansas ended August 2026 with total revenue receipts of $714.7 million, up 11.5% ($73.8 million) above estimate, led by individual income tax collections at $429.4 million (+14.5% vs. estimate). Heat & Home Services: A prolonged triple-digit heat wave is pushing Kansas City-area HVAC crews to the limit, with service calls up at least 20% as systems designed for ~90-degree days run at full capacity. Local Business Pressure: In Kansas City’s Crossroads area, a vegan-Mexican restaurant says it’s struggling to stay open as nearby closures and theft concerns mount, while the Crossroads CID disputes that crime is the main driver. Public Safety/Facilities: Emporia State shut down east-side seating at Welch Stadium due to structural deficiencies, cutting capacity and adding temporary bleachers for students. Fraud Watch: BBB Scam Tracker data shows Tecumseh tied for 28th among Kansas cities with one scam report in July, while Wichita leads the state with 25. Community & Giving: Osborne County Community Foundation’s Impact Day returns Sept. 25 with a $25,000 match pool and an extra $11,000 bonus match for early donations.
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