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Kansas COVID 19 Update May 2
Grants For Kansas Arts Organizations
Department of Commerce introduces new grant program for
Kansas arts organizations affected by COVID-19
Topeka, Kan. – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced today that nearly $500,000 in grant funding is being made available to provide operational support to Kansas arts organizations experiencing financial difficulties as a result of COVID-19.
The Kansas Department of Commerce and the Kansas Creative Industries Arts Commission will distribute CARES Act arts funding through the Short-Term Operational Support (SOS) Program, a grant program developed to assist with immediate financial needs resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak. Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, May 4, through May 15, 2020.
“COVID-19 has placed unexpected strain on all facets of our economy, including the arts,” Kelly said. “Together, we will ensure no organization is left behind in this emergency.”
Kansas-based nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts organizations whose primary purpose is to produce, present, promote or serve the arts are eligible to apply for SOS grant funding. SOS grants can be used by organizations to cover payroll, fees for contract personnel and facility costs such as rent and utilities.
“The arts account for thousands of Kansas jobs and play a critical role in creating a high quality of life in Kansas,” Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “Ensuring this sector isn’t overlooked during the COVID-19 pandemic is an important step as we rebuild the Kansas economy.”
For more information on the Short-Term Operational Support Program and to apply online, visit www.kansascommerce.gov/ArtsSOS.
For current information on COVID-19 in Kansas go to covid.ks.gov.
Kansas COVID 19 Update May 1
Tyson Files For Re-Election
Caryn Tyson for Kansas Senate
(PARKER, KS) – Caryn Tyson, Kansas Senator, has filed for re-election and released the following statement:
“I am greatly encouraged by the very positive response I have received encouraging me to run for re-election. With increasing threats of massive tax increases and threats on our personal freedoms, my experience and problem solving skills in technology, business, agriculture, and in the legislature is needed in Topeka now more than ever.”
Caryn is a senator of the people – someone who will truly listen, someone who represents their values and someone who has the real-world experience necessary to get the job done.
Tyson said, “I am not a career politician. They’re the problem. Politicians pretend to be something they’re not. Leaders have a record that demonstrates who they are. I am a leader with proven results who shares your Kansas values.”
Caryn Tyson has math and computer science degrees from Kansas State and an engineering management degree from KU. After graduating K-State she began working in the Information Technology industry and continued working in this field for more than 25 years. Caryn’s work included space shuttle support for NASA where she received awards for achievement and teamwork.
Caryn is serving her second term in the Kansas Senate. She served one term in the Kansas House and is presently the Chair of the Tax Committee, one of most important committees in the Kansas Senate. As one of the leading freedom fighters in the Senate, Tyson, works diligently for smaller, smarter government.
Caryn and her husband, Tim – both fifth generation Kansans – own and operate Tyson Ranch in Linn County, established in 1871 by Tim’s great-great grandfather.
Kansas: Tax Revised Estimates Down 51.4% compared to last April
Kansas is on target with revised estimates; down 51.4% compared to last April
TOPEKA – As predicted, the State of Kansas saw a decrease in total tax collections when compared to April of Fiscal Year 2019. These reductions are largely due to announced tax date extensions, which gave relief to Kansans while moving collections into the Fiscal Year 2021.
On April 20, the Consensus Revenue Estimating Group, comprised of the Department of Revenue, Division of Budget, Kansas Legislative Research Department, and economists from the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, and Wichita State University, met to review the fall estimates and make revisions. These revisions take into consideration the changes in tax deadlines, consumer purchasing behaviors, and employer withholdings.
The state’s total tax collections for April were $578.1 million. Compared to April last fiscal year that is down $610.7 million or 51.4%. However, the state is in line with the revised estimates as those collections are 0.10% or $360,655 more than the estimate.
Individual income tax collections were $282.5 million; $1.2 million or 0.4% more than the new estimate. Corporate income tax collections were $37.8 million; 2.3% or $888,372 below the estimate.
Retail sales tax collections were $184.1 million; $2.3 million or 1.2% below the estimate. Compensating use tax collections were 2.4% higher than estimated with $41.5 million collected.
Governor’s Phase Out To Reopen Kansas
AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020 PHASE OUT
TRAVEL
Unrestricted.
GATHERINGS
Maintain social distance where applicable.
INDIVIDUALS
Adhere to personal hygiene guidelines.
Remain home if you feel sick.
EMPLOYERS
Follow any additional guidance for businesses and employees that is
released.
BEGINS NO EARLIER THAN JUNE 15, 2020
At a date determined by the Governor based on the overall progress of the State on outlined health metrics.
The Governor will issue an Executive Order to move the State into this phase.
AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020 PHASE OUT
Governor’s Phase 3 To Reopen Kansas
AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020 PHASE THREE
BUSINESS AND ACTIVITY RESTRICTIONS
All education, activities, venues and establishments
may operate pursuant to mass gathering guidelines.
PHASE THREE
TRAVEL
Nonessential travel may resume.
GATHERINGS
Mass gatherings of no more than 90 individuals allowed.
EMPLOYERS
On-site staffing is unrestricted.
INDIVIDUALS
Adhere to personal hygiene guidelines.
Remain home if you feel sick.
BEGINS NO EARLIER THAN JUNE 1, 2020
At a date determined by the Governor based on the overall progress of the State on outlined health metrics.
The Governor will issue an Executive Order to move the State into this phase.
AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020 PHASE THREE
Governor’s Phase Two to Reopen Kansas
PHASE TWO ✓
AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020
ACTIVITIES
NOT ALLOWED TO OPEN
Large entertainment venues
with capacity of 2,000+
Fairs, festivals, parades, and graduations
Summer camps
ESTABLISHMENTS
ALLOWED TO OPEN
Bars and nightclubs
at 50% total occupancy
Casinos (non-tribal) if compliant with guidelines approved by the KDHE.
EDUCATION, ACTIVITIES, & VENUES
ALLOWED TO OPERATE
Childcare facilities
Libraries
Swimming pools
Community centers
Organized sports facilities and tournaments
with some exceptions
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PHASE TWO
BEGINS NO EARLIER THAN MAY 18, 2020
At a date determined by the Governor based on the overall progress of the State on outlined health metrics.
The Governor will issue an Executive Order to move the State into this phase.
TRAVEL
Minimize or avoid nonessential travel.
Follow KDHE travel and quarantine guidelines for travel to high-risk
areas.
GATHERINGS
Mass gatherings of
no more than 30
individuals allowed.
INDIVIDUALS
Masks are strongly encouraged in public settings.
Maintain 6 foot social distance.
EMPLOYERS
Telework is strongly encouraged when possible.
Any employee exhibiting symptoms should be required to
stay home.
PHASE TWO ✓
AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020
Governor’s Phase One To Reopen Kansas April 30
PHASE ONE ✓
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AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020
BEGINS MAY 4, 2020 AS DIRECTED BY EXECUTIVE ORDER 20-29
TRAVEL
Minimize or avoid nonessential travel.
Follow KDHE travel and quarantine guidelines for travel to high-risk areas.
GATHERINGS
Mass gatherings of no more than 10 individuals allowed.
ACTIVITIES
NOT ALLOWED TO OPEN
Community centers
Large entertainment venues
with capacity of 2,000 +
Fairs, festivals, parades, & graduations
Public swimming pools
Organized sports facilities
Summer camps
ESTABLISHMENTS
NOT ALLOWED TO OPEN
Bars and nightclubs excluding already operating curbside and carryout services
Casinos (non-tribal)
Indoor leisure spaces
Fitness centers and gyms
Personal service businesses where close contact cannot be avoided
EDUCATION, ACTIVITIES, & VENUES
ALLOWED TO OPERATE
Childcare facilities
Libraries
INDIVIDUALS
Masks are strongly encouraged in public settings.
Maintain 6 foot social distance.
EMPLOYERS
Telework is strongly encouraged when possible.
Any employee exhibiting symptom should be required to stay home.
PHASE ONE ✓
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AD ASTRA: A PLAN TO REOPEN KANSAS | APRIL 30, 2020
KDHE adds states to travel quarantine list, removes others
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has added two states to the quarantine list: Massachusetts and Rhode Island and removed three states from the list: California, Florida and Washington. This is effective for persons returning today, April 30, and moving forward. A comprehensive list of those individuals in Kansas needing to quarantine for 14 days includes those who have:
Travel to:
- Massachusetts and Rhode Island on or after April 30
- Connecticut on or after April 6.
- Louisiana or anywhere in Colorado on or after March 27.
- Illinois or New Jersey on or after March 23.
- New York on or after March 15.
- Eagle, Summit, Pitkin and Gunnison counties in Colorado in the week of March 8 or after.
- Been on a cruise ship or river cruise on or after March 15.
- International travel on or after March 15.
Others needing to continue quarantining:
- People who have previously been told by Public Health to quarantine because of their cruise ship travel should finish out their quarantine.
- People who have previously been told by Public Health to quarantine because of their international travel to China, South Korea, Japan, Italy and Iran should finish out their quarantine.
- Received notification from public health officials (state or local) that you are a close contact of a laboratory-confirmed case of COVID-19.
Please note these quarantine orders do not apply to critical infrastructure sectors needed to continue operations during this pandemic. Public health, including hospitals, clinics, law enforcement, meat packing supply, etc. need to have the staffing resources to continue serving Kansans. While KDHE strongly recommends these quarantine restrictions for everyone, we do recognize that services need to continue.
KDHE encourages facilities to ensure they have updated their Emergency Preparedness Plans and implement protocols to ensure that no employee comes to work symptomatic.
For more information on COVID-19, please visit the KDHE website at www.kdhe.ks.gov/coronavirus.
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