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Lindsborg, Kansas, a city of about 3,800, is seeking qualified enthusiastic applicants to fill the position of full-time Public Works Director for our growing and diverse community.

Public Works professionals with project management, supervisory experience, and organizational skills are encouraged to apply. Leadership and presentation skills, as well as the ability to work well with diverse organizations within the community are required. The primary job responsibilities include oversight of the activities of the Streets, Water, Electric, and Wastewater Departments, as well as budget preparation and management. This position serves as a member of the city management team to ensure overall effective integration of public works activities with other city functions.

The Kansas Department of Commerce is seeking applications from eligible Joint Apprenticeship Training Councils (including Labor Unions), state educational institutions (as defined by K.S.A 76-711), businesses, non-profits or workforce boards for projects that will attract and retain employees and build the state workforce through registered apprenticeship.  Applications should clearly demonstrate linkage between the project, industry demand, apprentice training and apprentice recruitment.

An organization may submit one application. The total program budget is up to $500,000. The minimum award is $75,000 and up to $200,000. Applicants are required to provide a 1:1 match for every grant dollar requested. Matching dollars can include FTE costs.

DEED grants encourage and promote energy innovation and support the development and demonstration of new, innovative technologies and techniques, and the creation of useful products and tools for the betterment of public power utilities and their customers. Grants often support pilot projects, new technology demonstrations, early commercialization projects, and the development of best practices.

KMEA provides an equipment loan program exclusively for its members. Member cities can access all equipment on a first-come, first-served basis. To inquire about availability or to schedule equipment, please reach out to Tyson McGreer at 913-660-0235 or mcgreer@kmea.com. Please see below a list of the equipment available.

The City’s electric department is proud to highlight the heroic efforts of three outstanding employees: Superintendent Billy Villanueva, Line Foreman Jr. Salinas, and Journeyman Lineman Alex Rodriguez. These individuals exemplify the core value of community, by going beyond their regular duties to assist others in times of need.

On Thursday, June 13, Billy and Jr. were returning from inspecting recent improvements to the airport’s electric system when they witnessed a semi-truck overturn on US 50 and Raceway Road, east of Garden City. Without hesitation, they rushed to the scene, joining other first responders to assist in removing the trapped truck driver. Their quick thinking and selflessness helped an individual they did not know, and potentially saving his life.