Economic development and CVB funding
Town of JeffersonKansas- Detected
- Jul 14, 2026
- 116 days ago
- Sector
- Community & Outreach
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The 2027 budget and appropriation history show $280,000 for Economic Development transfers and ongoing support for entities like the Chamber of Commerce, Flint Hills MPO, Flint Hills Regional Council, Mainstreet, and Opera House via CVB and Eco Dev funds. There is also a new 2026 request for Harmony Center & Fest at $155,000 that was not continued for 2027. This bundle of tourism and economic development funding indicates ongoing programming where event organizers, marketing firms, and downtown revitalization consultants can compete for sponsorships, services, or program delivery tied to county and CVB dollars.
Appropriation table lists multiple community organizations with varying support levels, indicating a competitive environment for tourism and economic development funding.
From the meeting
- Meeting date
- July 14, 2026
- Agency
- Town of Jefferson
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