Fort Scott Receives Funding To Improve Railroad Crossing Infrastructure
Governor Kelly Announces More than $4M
to Improve Railroad Crossing Infrastructure
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Thursday two Kansas communities have secured over $3.3 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Railroad Crossing Elimination program.
“Improving railroad crossings in Kansas is crucial for enhancing safety and connectivity in our communities,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “I’m proud these two projects are receiving vital infrastructure planning grants, which will not only improve our railroad crossing safety but also strengthen the entire state’s transportation network.”
Combined with almost $413,000 in matching funds from the Kansas Infrastructure Hub and Build Kansas Fund, plus $427,830 in local contributions, the investment totals more than $4 million.
The two Kansas projects receiving funding are:
Eastern Kansas Communities Rail Corridor At-Grade Crossing Elimination Plan
- Build Kansas Funding – $107,500
- Federal Funding Awarded – $1,720,000
- Applicant Contribution – $322,500
- Total Project – $2,150,000
The project is a collaboration between the cities of Spring Hill, Fontana, and Fort Scott to improve railroad crossing safety along the BNSF Fort Scott Subdivision.
Liberal Crossing Analysis for Routes Enhancing Safety (Liberal CARES)
- Build Kansas Funding – $305,000
- Federal Funding Awarded – $1,639,520
- Applicant Contribution – $104,880
- Total Project – $2,049,400
The project will support development activities to identify an at-grade railroad closure location and develop a grade separation plan in Liberal.
“I want to thank the Build Kansas Fund for partnering with the City of Spring Hill. This partnership has helped make this project a reality,” said Lane Massey, Spring Hill City Administrator. “Without this funding, we wouldn’t have been able to pursue the crucial Railroad Crossing Elimination funds.”
With this award, the Build Kansas Fund has provided the required match dollars for 38 federal grant awards across Kansas. The combined total investment by the Build Kansas Fund in all projects is over $34.6 million, which has resulted in federal grant awards of more than $75.9 million.
“Our communities in Kansas have consistently expressed that with technical assistance and matching funds, they can access additional federal resources to improve safety and infrastructure,” said Matt Volz, Executive Director of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub. “The support offered through the Kansas Infrastructure Hub and Build Kansas Fund showcases Kansas’ leadership on a national scale while equipping local communities with the tools they need to fully capitalize on the opportunities provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill.”
The Kansas Infrastructure Hub connects multiple state agencies and serves as a resource center for Kansas communities to identify best practices for maximizing BIL funding opportunities. The Build Kansas Fund provides state matching dollars for projects throughout Kansas that successfully apply for federal grants under BIL. In 2023, the Kansas Legislature and Governor Kelly approved $200 million for the Build Kansas Fund to provide state matching dollars to Kansas entities and projects to meet federal local match requirements.
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The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Jan. 16
Governor Kelly Delivers 2025 State of the State Address Video Stream
~~Governor Kelly Emphasizes How Kansas can Prosper for Generations Throughout the Remainder of the 21st Century~~
TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly on Wednesday delivered her 2025 State of the State address to a joint session of the Kansas Legislature.
Governor Kelly’s address, as prepared for delivery, can be found at the following links:
The video stream, provided by Smoky Hills PBS, is available here.
New Commission voted for four year moratorium on solar
Two new commissioners began their duties at the Jan. 13th meeting, wrapping it up by voting unanimously for a 48 month moratorium on solar projects.
The new commission consists of Brandon Whisenhunt for District 1, David Beerbower for District 2, and Leroy Kruger for District 3.
The meeting began with a Flood Plane Management Public Hearing.
Brian Allen of Bourbon County Emergency Management explained that every time the federal government changes the flood maps, the county has to redo the resolution to allow those who live in the flood plane to have flood insurance.
Regarding the changes to the maps, he said that more territory went out than came in to the flood plane.
The new maps will be available for public viewing at the courthouse until the next commissioner meeting on Jan. 20.
The commission tabled the flood plane resolution until the Jan. 20 meeting.
Brian Allen also reported on a study from Texas A&M about the dangers of lithium ion battery fires associated with solar projects, but said he was still searching for information on panel fires.
During public comments, Pete Hornsby asked the commission to consider all the citizens of Bourbon County. He expressed faith in the commission.
Nick Grand spoke about the commissioners’ time. “I have full faith you’re going to do your jobs to the fullest…You got a lot on your plate,” he said. He encouraged them not to devalue their time in light of the importance of family and the brevity of life. Grand claimed that Bourbon County commissioners are already underpaid, compared to nearby counties and should consider, if possible, giving themselves a raise to previous pay levels or even above.
Theresa Davenport, president, and Corey Bryars, VP of the board of Care to Share gave an update to the county about what their organization has been doing to help cancer victims in Bourbon, Lynn, and Crawford Counties. They were not requesting anything from the county.
Board Members: Richard Long, Leah Lewis, Clay Campbell were also at the meeting. Clay Campbell gave a brief testimony of how much Care to Share helped his family during cancer. He joined the organization as soon as he was able to retire. He asked those in attendance to please consider volunteering and donating items to fundraisers. “It’s been a good adventure.”
Care the Share was founded in 2007. It covers Bourbon, Lynn, and Crawford Counties and is 100% volunteer based. Their mission is to provide friendship and support through emotional and financial assistance to cancer fighters and their care givers because we care to share.
Intake coordinators assess needs on an individual basis from financial help to physical help. “We want to help people financially, but we want to help them emotionally too,” said Davenport.
Davenport encouraged those present to volunteer in a number of ways. “Anybody can do anything.”
Care to Share now has a van and a ride coordinator, Dale Cathy. They also facilitate a cancer support group meeting four times a year. The next one is March 1.
Bryars reported that in 2024 Care to Share gave $100,000 back to the community, as they did in 2022 and 2023. He explained that means about 10 times per day, someone is having a need met by Care to Share.
Money is raised by donations and memorials. Largest donation was $5000, but the bulk of the $300,000 raised over the last three years was in small increments that “all add up.” Money also comes in from grants. “Timken threw a $70,000 grant our way last year,” Bryars said, earmarked for a mobile community stage, which Care to Share now has available to loan to the community for a donation.
He listed a number of fundraising events with sponsors, including FortFest, a golf event, and February Fling this Feb. 15 with a piano player who does Elton John- and Billy Joel- type tributes. He said they are hoping for more help alongside the city of Fort Scott to host events and performers from outside the area to bring in more funds as well.
Bourbon County is the largest recipient of funds from Care to Share and donations from the county match expenditures within it.
Because of God and the community’s help, “We’ve never had to turn anybody down,” said Davenport.
“We’ve given out over $1.6 million dollars back to the community since founding,” said Bryars. “$20 at a time. I mean, it’s hard for me to comprehend.”
Care to Share has moved into new office at 9 E. Wall and will have a community open house soon. They are open for walk-ins, Mon. Wed. Fri. 11-2. There is also Care to Share merchandise for sale and plans to have other vendors selling items with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Care to Share. Through subletting some of the space and donations, current rent for the space is costing Care to Share nothing out of pocket other than utilities.
The commission held three separate executive sessions to discuss non-elected personnel. They also spoke in executive session with County Counselor Candidate Bob Johnson. Who lives in Humbolt and has been practicing law for 28 years, and county counselor for 24 years. No other candidates for the position attended the meeting.
No action was taken to fill the vacant position.
The monthly report from public works included annual interim bridge inspections, mandated by KDOT, with 22 structures due for inspect. Commission voted, per recommendation to hire Schwab Eton to do the inspections as they have for the last 20 years for $11,025.
The Blake Quarry blast last week produced 47000 tons. They are now waiting for weather to cooperate to start crushing the rock.
There will be a FEMA flood followup meeting Thursday to get back on track after the holidays and get funding brought in.
Ice storm went really well as far as the county’s work goes, pre-treating for faster melt-off after the event with a salt gravel mix.
Regarding the snow storm dropping 3-5 inches of wet snow, which packed down and slicked up, the county was able to clear and plow the roads by the afternoon.
Whisenhunt mention an accident on Yale Road which brought up the question of having the county grade gravel roads in snow and ice. Beerbower suggested a work session to assess what the current plan and any changes.
The commission expressed gratitude to road crews for their hard work during the storms.
County Clerk Susan Walker spoke to the commission about a number of items. She mentioned that there are lots of statutes that the commission and other elected officials are governed by, and gave the commissioners a collection of laws that apply to commission for publication, public hearings, etc.
Susan Walker said Amy Kramer said the State messed up in distributing tax funds to the county. Bourbon County received a distribution that should have gone to cities in the county, “so we’ll have to cut checks to them,” Walker explained. Then they will have to move the money that goes into public works in the public safety fund. “We have a lot of fixing we’ve got to do,” she said.
Walker explained that Freeman contract audit committee Payment of $500,000 cannot be made from sale tax, since it’s not the county’s money, they really only have $50,000, which would be the December distribution for the sales tax funds.
“What I need you guys to make a motion on is for me to reallocate the sales tax money that was already spent for Freeman to be taken out of the general equipment reserve fund in the amount of $114,837.39,” she said.
That takes the general reserve fund down to $48,517.95 as of the end of 2024.
The next hiccup, she said, is that the county has not gotten a contract back from Freeman, so the commission needs to create a point of contact for Freeman. “I’m kind of uncomfortable because we have sent money to them, so we need to get on this as soon as possible,” she said.
Leroy Kruger was made the point of contact for Freeman going forward.
The commissioners also approved a salary resolution for elected and appointed officials, the heads of departments.
Walker explained that the County Clerk, Treasurer, Register of Deeds are underpaid in Bourbon County compared to similar counties, and the new schedule brings the pay up to a more comparable pay rate. This was made possible because the various departments did a good job of keeping a carryover in their budgets this last year. The sheriff has been increased from $60,000 to $70,000. County Attorney and EMS director have received increases as well.
Beerbower asked about pay raises for corrections officers and public works employees. He also asked for another week to look at the numbers.
Whisenhunt said he had been one of those who worked hard to put together the 2025 budget, which allows for this new pay schedule and he wanted to approve it.
Kruger made the motion to approve the resolution. It carried 2/1 with Beerbower voting against.
Human Resources liaison for the county commission is now Kruger.
During commissioner comments Beerbower made a motion to discuss a moratorium on solar.
He then read a rough draft of a resolution he had written, based on a template from other counties doing the same thing, regarding a non-expiring moratorium on the construction and operation of solar projects commonly referred to as the Hinton Creek, Kingsburg, and Tennison Creek solar projects, and all other similar projects. The resolution mentioned that these cannot be effectively responded to by the Bourbon County fire department to negate such risks to the public health and welfare of the citizens of the county.
Whisenhunt explained that Bourbon Co rural fire is not equipped to fight a solar panel fire. Turnout gear alone is $3700 per fireman, let alone the pumps and equipment. The county doesn’t have the budget to bring it up to that standard.
A citizen handed out a copy of a lawyer-reviewed resolution for a 48 month moratorium.
Whisenhunt made the motion to adopt the resolution to enact a moratorium on solar projects for 48 months, good until Jan. 13, 2029, and the commission approved it unanimously.
Beerbower shared his vision statement for Bourbon County, ” I envision a board of leaders where the same old same old is not an option, where innovation and traditional values together cultivate a thriving community fostering growth in our future generations.”
Kruger said his vision is to give the voice back to the people and offer an attentive ear, doing the best he can to make a good decision that benefits the majority.
Whisenhunt thanked the county for their support and asked that the citizens would “keep letting us know what we’re doing wrong and right so we know what direction to go.”
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Obituary of Linda Beckham
Linda Sue Beckham passed away January 14, 2025, at the age of 84. She was born in Topeka, Kansas but spent most of her adult life in Fort Scott, Kansas. While she enjoyed retirement, she often spoke fondly of her co-workers after many years of working at Whiteside’s West in Fort Scott. She loved her family dearly, held a special place in her heart for all animals and thoroughly enjoyed working in her garden.
She is survived by her loving husband Joe Beckham; her sisters Cindy Chase and husband Richard, Robin Knapp and husband Carroll; her children, Becky Howard and husband Kevin, Bob Beckham and wife Jamie; grandchildren Kiel and Tanner Beckham, Haley, Zack and Lukas Howard and Katie Hutson; great grandchildren Jonathan and Zoey Howard, Savannah, Everly and Kinsley Hutson, Fynnlie, Warren, Barrett, Kiegan and Mason Beckham.
She was proceeded in death by her parents Norberta and Elmer Russum.
There was cremation. A visitation will be held Monday, January 20th from 3:00-5:00 PM at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Interment will follow at a later date in Butler, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Paws and Claws and leave in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, Kansas 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.
New Bourbon County Commissioners Attending Commissioners Training In Topeka This Week
Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
Brandon Whisenhunt
1st District Commissioner
David Beerbower
2nd District Commissioner
Leroy Kruger
3rd District Commissioner
BourbonCounty
210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Two of the three County Commissioners will be attending the new Commissioner’s training in Topeka this week. No county business will be conducted.
Five Fort Scott Businesses Awarded Federal Solar Energy Grants
Five local businesses were awarded Rural Energy for America Program grants it was announced today by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Director for Kansas Rural Development Christy Davis
According to a press release, Rural Development is funding 54 projects to generate clean energy and improve energy efficiency in Kansas.
The $5,883,731 in investments are made through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).
“Expanding clean energy production benefits working families and small businesses in Kansas. These projects are strengthening our energy independence and helping rural small businesses take control of their energy needs,” she said in the press release.
The five Fort Scott recipients:
A $48,684 grant will assist Great Expectations Restoration LLC purchase and install a 33.57 kW solar system. Great Expectations Restoration is a remodeling company in Fort Scott. This project is expected to replace 43,075 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power four homes.
A $34,365 grant will assist Hole in the Wall Enterprises LLC purchase and install a 23.7 kW solar system. Hole in the Wall Enterprises operates a liquor store in Fort Scott. This project is expected to replace 32,490 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power three homes.
A $19,995 grant will assist T.E. Freeman Studio LLC purchase and install a 13 kW solar system. T.E. Freeman Studio is an art dealer in Fort Scott. This project is expected to replace 18,091 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
An $11,357 grant will help Baja Management Corp. purchase and install a 4.51 kW solar system with a 9.9 kW battery backup. Baja Management Corp. owns a building which leases space in Fort Scott. This project is expected to replace 5,825 kWh of electricity per year.
A $61,177 grant will assist 110 South Main LLC purchase and install a 50 solar system. 110 South Main is a restaurant in Fort Scott. This project is expected to replace 46,227 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power four homes.
The details of the other Kansas projects in the press release are:
- A $35,400 grant will assist Kandy Rushing purchase and install a 24 kilowatt (kW) solar photovoltaic (PV) system. Kandy Rushing operates Grow at Eden childcare center in Iola. This project is expected to replace 29,260 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power two homes.
- A $12,258 grant will assist Kandy Rushing purchase and install an upgraded heating, ventilation, and cooling system. Kandy Rushing operates Grow at Eden childcare center located in Iola. This project is expected to save the business 8,996 kWh of electricity per year.
- A $61,936 grant will help Tony’s Lawn Care & Irrigation Inc. purchase and install a 44 kW solar system. Tony’s Lawn Care is a rural small business located in Neosho County. This project is expected to replace 53,834 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power four homes.
- A $1,000,000 grant will help High Plains Ag Energy LLC construct an anaerobic digester in Scott County. The anaerobic digester will produce an estimated 60,548 MMBTU of renewable natural gas per year.
- A $56,357 grant will help Mull Investments LP upgrade three irrigation wells from natural gas-powered units to electric powered units. Mull Investments is an existing ag producer in Kiowa County. The new system is expected to save $7,507 per year.
- A $93,957 grant will help Tony’s Construction Inc. purchase and install a 66 kW solar system. Tony’s Construction is a rural construction company in Chanute. This project is expected to replace 85,080 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power seven homes.
- A $97,500 grant will assist Sonic Drive-In of Iola, Kansas LLC purchase and install a 60 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 81,710 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power seven homes.
- A $78,000 grant will assist Sonic Drive-In of Chanute, Kansas Inc. purchase and install a 48 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 68,470 kWh per year, enough energy to power six homes.
- A $324,498 grant will help Shaw Feedyard Inc. purchase and install a 192 kW solar system. Shaw Feedyard is an existing ag producer located in Clark County. This project is expected to replace 311,529 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power 28 homes.
- A $23,780 grant will help For Sale By Owner Inc. purchase and install a 16.4 kW solar system. For Sale By Owner is a used car dealer in Chanute. This project is expected to replace 17,135 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
- A $99,540 grant will help Iola Pharmacy Inc. purchase and install a 71.1 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 99,645 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power nine homes.
- A $99,750 grant will assist Millers Inc. purchase efficient LED lights. Millers is a commercial printing company in Pittsburg. This project is expected to save $50,770 per year. It will replace 643,014 kWh per year, enough energy to power 59 homes.
- A $15,997 grant will help Rowe Motors LLC purchase and install a 10.66 kW solar system. Rowe Motors is a motor vehicle dealer in Chanute. This project is anticipated to produce 14,672 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
- A $25,604 grant will help Augusta Family Practice purchase and install an 11.5 kW solar system. Augusta Family Practice is an established medical practice in Augusta. This project is expected to replace 14,916 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
- A $31,508 grant will help SNS Tire & Auto LLC purchase and install a 21.73 kW solar system. SNS Tire & Auto LLC is a tire dealer in Chanute. This project is expected to replace 29,858 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power two homes.
- A $99,995 grant will help SF Automotive Chanute LLC purchase and install a 74.62 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 101,235 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power nine homes.
- A $19,275 grant will assist Brown Heating & Cooling Inc., an HVAC business in Parsons, purchase and install an 11.85 kW solar system. This project will realize $2,240 per year in savings and will replace 13,245 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power one home.
- A $190,000 grant will assist Alexander Manufacturing Company Inc. purchase and install a 154 kW solar system. Alexander Manufacturing is a metal fabricator in Parsons. This project is expected to replace 201,240 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power 18 homes.
- A $69,800 grant will assist Lucius Associates Ltd. purchase and install a 50 kW solar system. Lucius Associates is a rural small business located near Chanute. This project is expected to replace 59,039 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power five homes.
- A $57,500 grant will help Kimberly Stahel BDA Shirts and Such purchase and install a 19.4 kW solar system with a 37 kW battery backup. Shirts and Such is a screen-printing business located in Overbrook. This project is expected to replace 21,342 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power two homes.
- A $150,827 grant will help Matcor Metal Fabrication Inc. purchase and install upgraded lighting, air compressor, and HVAC equipment. Matcor Metal is a sheet metal fabricator located in Independence. This energy efficiency improvement project is expected to reduce electrical consumption by 896,147 kWh, or 32.8 percent of the company’s energy use, enough energy to power 82 homes.
- A $97,500 grant will assist Mission Construction Co. Inc. purchase and install a 64.99 kW solar system. Mission Construction operates a fueling station and convenience store in St. Paul. This project is expected to replace 78,210kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power seven homes.
- A $98,553 grant will help Boles Ranch LLC purchase and install a 68.44 kW solar system. Boles Ranch is a cattle ranch located in Seward County. This project is expected to replace 124,120 kWh per year, enough energy to power 11 homes.
- A $124,158 grant will help Hilltop Lanes purchase and install a more energy efficient heating, ventilation and cooling system and install additional insulation to the building. Hilltop Lanes is a bowling alley in Syracuse. The improvements are expected to save the business $4,242 per year in energy costs.
- A $150,772 grant will assist Queen Enterprises LLC purchase and install updated refrigeration racks and LED lights. Queen Enterprises operates a supermarket in Paola. This project is expected to save $67,695 per year and reduce annual energy consumption by 686,314 kWh per year, enough energy to power 62 homes.
- A $36,755 grant will assist South Baldwin Farms LLC of Baldwin purchase and install a 32 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 48,943kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power four homes.
- A $90,860 grant will assist the Rick C. and Diana L. Elnicki Living Trust with the purchase and installation of a 71.04 kW solar system to power an irrigation system. The Elnicki Living Trust is an ag producer near Pittsburg. This project is expected to generate 110,830 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power ten homes.
- A $35,190 grant will help Gieringers Family Orchard & Berry Farm LLC purchase and install a 23 kW solar system. Gieringers Family Orchard is an agricultural producer near Edgerton. This project is expected to replace 35,564 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power three homes.
- A $35,680 grant will assist Varekai Holdings Inc., of Overbrook, purchase and install an 18.13 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 21,458 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power two homes.
- A $70,000 grant will assist Sonic Drive-In of Independence Inc. purchase and install a 44.16 kW solar system. This project is expected to replace 61,020 kWh of electricity per year, enough energy to power five homes.
- A $45,934 grant will assist 502 Lofts LLC, of Council Grove, purchase and install a 23.9 kW solar system. This project is expected to generate 36,023 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity per year, enough energy to power three homes.
- A $88,174 grant will assist Carlson’s Grocery Inc. purchase and install a 73.2 kW solar array. Carlson’s Grocery is a grocery store located in Marion. The project is estimated to generate 102,963 kWh per year and replace 19 percent of the facility’s annual energy usage, enough energy to power nine homes.
- A $58,240 grant will assist Pfaff Signs LLC purchase and install a 33.3 kW solar array. Pfaff Signs is a graphic design shop in Goddard. The project is estimated to generate 48,630 kWh per year, enough energy to power four homes.
- A $176,973 grant will assist Shree Jay Ginesh LLC purchase and install a 198.22 solar system. Shree Jay Ginesh is a hotel in Salina. The project is estimated to replace 851,805 kWh annually, 130 percent of the business’s annual energy needs and enough energy to power 78 homes.
- A $59,989 grant will assist Jennifer L. Arneson purchase and install a 29.52 solar system with a battery backup. Jennifer L. Arneson runs a veterinary clinic in Junction City. The project will produce 41,388 kWh annually and replace 78 percent of the facility’s annual energy usage.
- A $69,295 grant will assist Management & Maintenance Services Inc. purchase and install a 44.06 kW solar system. Management & Maintenance Services is a nonresidential property management company in Maize. The project is estimated to replace 54,683 kWh per year, enough energy to power five homes.
- A $187,680 grant will assist Stainless Systems Inc. purchase and install a 220.8 kW solar array. Stainless Systems is a rolled steel shape manufacturer in South Hutchinson. The project is estimated to replace 323,308 kWh per year, enough energy to power 29 homes.
- A $57,824 grant will assist Bravo Charlie Properties LLC of Salina, purchase and install a 29 kW solar system. The project is estimated to generate 39,377 kWh per year, enough energy to power three homes.
- A $78,740 grant will assist American Hotels LLC of Salina, purchase and install a 74.2 kW solar system. The project is estimated to replace 112,273 kWh per year, enough energy to power 10 homes.
- A $60,430 grant will assist PE Marina of Lawrence, purchase and install a 10.76 kW solar array with battery backup. The project is estimated to replace 15,000 kWh per year, enough energy to power one home.
- A $185,000 grant will assist Flint Hills Industries Inc. of Hillsboro, purchase and install two 120 kW solar systems. The project is estimated to generate 366,015 kWh annually and replace 45 percent of the business’s annual energy needs.
- A $54,021 grant will assist Weddle and Sons Inc. purchase and install an 899 kW solar system. Weddle and Sons Inc. is a commercial construction company in Manhattan. This project is estimated to generate 50.896 kWh per year, enough energy to power four homes.
- A $450,000 grant will assist McShares Inc. purchase and install a 450 kW solar array. McShares Inc. is a food manufacturer in Salina. The project is estimated to replace 618,961 kWh per year, enough energy to power 57 homes.
- A $122,500 grant will assist HABCO Inc. purchase and install a 140 kW solar array. HABCO is a contractor in Salina. The project is estimated to replace 182,785 kWh per year, enough energy to power 16 homes.
- A $137,828 grant will assist Color By Design Inc. purchase and install a 74.8 kW solar system. Color by Design is a paint and home improvement store in Hutchinson. The project is projected to produce 118,119 kWh annually and will replace 100 percent of the facility’s annual energy usage.
- A $164,724 grant will assist Stinger Inc. purchase and install a 140.6 kW solar array. Stinger Inc. is a farm machinery and equipment business in Burrton. The project is estimated to replace 201,119 kWh per year, enough energy to power 19 homes.
- A $215,000 grant will help I & I Enterprise LLC purchase and install 84 kW and 100 kW solar arrays. I & I Enterprise is a lessor of non-residential buildings in Salina. The project is estimated to replace 201,943 kWh per year, which is enough energy to power 19 homes.
- A $90,388 grant will assist Schwartz Farms Inc. of Longford, replace heat lamps with heat mats. The project is estimated to save 202,326 kWh per year, enough energy to power 18 homes.
- A $26,453 grant will assist Gordon W. Schmidt Trust purchase and install energy efficient irrigation equipment. Schmidt Trust operates a corn farm in Inman. The project is estimated to save 13,212 kWh per year, enough energy to power one home.
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