Shawnee council approves development deadline extension, accepts county and federal road funding, and OKs shelter contract On Jan. 26, 2026, the Shawnee City Council approved an extension for the Westbrook Village grocery tenant to secure a certificate of occupancy, accepted $1.8 million from Johnson County for Midland Drive, approved up to $700,000 in KDOT reimbursement for Johnson and Barker intersection work, and authorized a design-build contract for a shelter expansion capped at $206,116.

The Shawnee City Council just made major moves to boost local development, including extending a grocery tenant's deadline and securing millions for road improvements!

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Shawnee council unanimously approves 2026 CDBG action plan, fire truck purchase and multiple contracts At its Oct. 13 meeting the Shawnee City Council approved the 2026 Community Development Block Grant annual action plan, authorized use of remaining coronavirus-related funds for a storage project for Shawnee Community Services, moved the city’s banking business to Commerce Bank, approved a $2.5 million custom fire truck purchase and awarded a $310,

Shawnee City Council has taken bold steps for the future by approving a $2.5 million fire truck purchase and a comprehensive 2026 action plan to enhance community services!

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Shawnee City Council Approves Fire Prevention Week and New Website Contract Council supports fire safety initiatives and plans new city website for 2026 launch.

Shawnee City Council is taking bold steps to enhance community safety, from declaring October Fire Prevention Week to approving new projects that will transform local infrastructure.

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Mayor Sandifer Declares September National Preparedness Month in Shawnee Council Meeting Shawnee City Council adopts amendments and budget bonds with full attendance vote.

Shawnee City Council just approved major enhancements for community safety and infrastructure, from a new fire engine to vital economic projects!

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Shawnee City Council Approves 2026 Budget and Declares September Service Dog Month Council sets 2026 budget, approves budget and service dog month resolution.

Shawnee City Council's bold decision to exceed the revenue neutral rate signals a transformative year ahead for community services and infrastructure!

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Shawnee City Council Approves 2026 Development Block Grant and Vehicle Purchases Council approves $2.19M in vehicle purchases and public hearing on 2026 block grant.

Shawnee City Council just approved over $2.19M for new vehicles and unveiled an ambitious plan to enhance community services in 2026!

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Shawnee City Council approves Canyon Lakes rezoning and budget strategies Council unanimously rezones 25 acres for single-family homes and outlines 2026 budget plans.

Shawnee City Council's recent meeting saw unanimous support for new housing developments and strategic budget plans that promise to shape the community's future!

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Shawnee City Commission approves YMCA land use agreements unanimously Commission moves forward with YMCA agreements after executive session discussions.

Shawnee's City Commission just made a game-changing decision to partner with the YMCA, setting the stage for a healthier and more vibrant community!

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Shawnee City Council approves $250K transportation planning grant and AARP funding for seniors City Council approves grants to enhance transportation safety and support aging residents' needs.

Shawnee City Council is taking bold steps to enhance community safety and support seniors with new grants for transportation and housing improvements!

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Shawnee Municipal Authority faces budget confusion amid negative funding cushion Citizens express confusion over Shawnee's budget and funding issues during city meeting.

Shawnee City’s budget faces scrutiny as residents demand clarity on alarming financial discrepancies and celebrate the rich history of community landmarks.

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Mayor Sandifer declares May poppy month as council approves Shawnee Crossing Townhomes City honors veterans as council approves residential development and discusses 2026 budget requests.

Mayor Sandifer honors veterans by declaring May as Poppy Month while the Shawnee City Council makes pivotal decisions on community development and budget requests.

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Shawnee community development updates include new planner and housing discussions City planner Diana Hood joins Shawnee as community discussions on housing and planning continue.

Shawnee is on the brink of exciting changes as new planner Diana Hood joins the team to tackle housing and development issues head-on!

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