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Governor Jeff Colyer Announces Departure of Kansas Water Office Director Tracy Streeter
Today Governor Jeff Colyer announced that Tracy Streeter, Director of the Kansas Water Office, will retire December 14, 2018. Streeter has served as Director since June 2004. “I am grateful for the vision and leadership of Tracy Streeter,” said Governor Colyer. “His...
Gov. Jeff Colyer and Fitness Guru Jack Steinfeld Open New $100,000 DON’T QUIT! Fitness Centers at Three Kansas Schools
Governor Jeff Colyer joined Jake Steinfeld, Chairman of the National Foundation for the Governors’ Fitness Councils (NFGFC), Wednesday, to cut the ribbon on the newly gifted “$100,000 DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center at Jardine Middle School in Topeka. Jardine was one of...
DISASTER DECLARATION WILL EXPEDITE STATE’S EMERGENCY RESPONSE SUPPORT
Gov. Jeff Colyer MD has issued a State of Disaster Emergency declaration for the state in response to the recent heavy rains that have caused localized flooding and flash floods in a number of counties. "With such excessive rainfall, we realize that many may have need...
Kansas Receives High National Ranking for Employing Individuals with Disabilities
Governor Colyer was pleased to announce Friday that Kansas now ranks ninth in the nation for employing individuals with disabilities. According to a recent “National Trends in Disability” report published by the Institute on Disability at the University of New...
Governor Jeff Colyer makes Judicial Appointment to the 1st District Court
Governor Jeff Colyer has appointed Gerald Kuckelman of Atchison as a District Judge in the 1st District. He will fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Gunnar Sundby. Kuckelman currently serves as the Atchison County Attorney, a position to which he was...
Governor Jeff Colyer orders flags flown at half-staff on Sunday, Oct. 7 in honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day
In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sun-up to sun-down on Sunday, Oct. 7 in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Day. “Firefighters perform acts of heroism each day, some...
Governor Names Three to Kansas Board of Regents
Topeka – Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. Thursday appointed two new members and reappointed one member to the Kansas Board of Regents. William Feuerborn, Garnett, has been reappointed, and Allen Schmidt, Hays; and Mark Hutton, Wichita will be the newest members of...
Governor Colyer Outlines Statewide Coordinated Opioid Response
In response to the estimated $30 million dollars in grants being awarded to several state agencies in Kansas from the Federal government for use in battling opioid and substance use disorders, Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. today announced his coordinated effort to ensure...
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-18: Drought Declaration Update
WHEREAS, the Director of the Kansas Water Office has informed me, pursuant to K.S.A. 74-2608(d), of the drought conditions within the state; and WHEREAS, the drought conditions across the state have changed; and WHEREAS, the Kansas Emergency Management Act (K.S.A....
Governor Jeff Colyer orders flags flown at half-staff in honor of Sheriff’s Deputy Robert Kunze
Topeka - In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags in Sedgwick County to be flown at half-staff beginning immediately at the request of Sedgwick County officials, until sundown tomorrow, September 18, 2018, in honor of Sheriff’s...
Governor Jeff Colyer orders flags to be flown at half-staff in recognition of Patriot Day
Topeka – In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Governor Jeff Colyer today ordered flags to be flown at half-staff until sunset today, 9/11/18, in observance of Patriot Day. By a joint resolution approved Dec. 18, 2001 (Public Law 107-89), Congress designated Sept....
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-17: Drought Declaration Update
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-17 Drought Declaration Update WHEREAS, the Director of the Kansas Water Office has informed me, pursuant to K.S.A. 74-2608(d), of the drought conditions within the state; and WHEREAS, the drought conditions across the state have changed; and...
Governor Updates Drought Declarations in Kansas Counties
Topeka – Recent rains for many areas of the state have led to evaluating current drought conditions and today Governor Jeff Colyer updated the Drought Declaration for Kansas counties with Executive Order 18-17. The update downgrades 55 counties. “Kansas has been...
Governor Jeff Colyer Announces Kara Zeyer as Communications Director
Topeka – Governor Jeff Colyer today named Kara Zeyer as Communications Director and announced the departure of current director Kendall Marr. Kara Zeyer (formerly Kara Fullmer) began working with Governor Colyer in August of 2017 as his Deputy Communications Director...
UPDATE Governor Jeff Colyer Orders Flags to Continue to Be Flown at Half-staff Through Internment of Senator John McCain
Topeka - In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, and following this afternoon’s proclamation by President Trump, Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from Monday August 27, 2018 until sun down Sunday September 2nd in honor of United...
Governor Colyer Appoints Interim Secretary of Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism
TOPEKA – Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. announced today the appointment of Linda Craghead to serve as Interim Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (“KDWPT”). Craghead, who is currently Assistant Secretary of KDPWT will replace Secretary Robin...
Governor Colyer Applauds New Trade Deal with Mexico
TOPEKA, KS – After the many months Governor Jeff Colyer and other important agricultural leaders of Kansas spent advocating for the importance of the NAFTA trade agreement to the Kansas economy, President Donald J. Trump today announced a new trade agreement with...
Governor Jeff Colyer orders flags flown at half-staff Monday August 27 in honor of Senator John McCain
Topeka - In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from sun up to sun down Monday, August 27th. in honor of United States Senator John McCain, who passed away Saturday, August 25th. “Senator McCain will...
Governor’s Office Receives Grant for Statewide Broadband Mapping Project
TOPEKA—The Information Network of Kansas (“INK”) Board of Directors has approved a $300,000 grant request by Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. to complete a Statewide Broadband Mapping project. The project, which will be undertaken by non-profit Connected Nation in...
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-16: Drought Declaration Update
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-16 Drought Declaration Update WHEREAS, the Director of the Kansas Water Office has informed me, pursuant to K.S.A. 74-2608(d), of the drought conditions within the state; and WHEREAS, there is every indication that drought conditions are present...
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-15 FOR REGIONAL EMERGENCIES
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-15 FOR REGIONAL EMERGENCIES Conditional and Temporary Relief from Motor Carrier Rules and Regulations WHEREAS, K.S.A. 48-925(b) provides that the Governor may issue orders and proclamations which shall have the force and effect of law under...
Governor Jeff Colyer announces hiring of new Regulatory Ombudsman for Kansas Businesses
Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D., today announced the hiring of Tom Arpke to fill the role of Regulatory Ombudsman at the Kansas Department of Commerce. Tom will help businesses looking to expand or start operating in Kansas to navigate the regulatory process and resolve...
Governor Colyer Orders Flags to be Flown at Half-staff in Honor of Fallen Deputies
Topeka - In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff state-wide from sun-up until sun-down on Thursday, June 21, 2018 in honor of Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Deputies Theresa “TK” King and Patrick...
Governor Colyer, KDOT Announce Local Projects Funding Improvements
Topeka – Governor Jeff Colyer today announced that the Kansas Department of Transportation is increasing the exchange rate for local public agencies seeking to fund local projects with state funds through the Federal Fund Exchange Program, returning the exchange rate...
Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. issues executive order establishing the Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Working Group
Topeka- Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. this evening issued Executive Order 18-14 establishing the Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Working Group. The working group will be comprised of legislators, stakeholders, citizens, and representatives of organizations intimately familiar...
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-14 Alzheimer’s Disease Plan Working Group
EXECUTIVE ORDER 18-14 Alzheimer’s Disease Plan Working Group WHEREAS, more than 5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s, and that number is estimated to more than triple by the year 2050; and WHEREAS, nearly one out of every three seniors who die each year suffer...
Governor Colyer orders flags lowered in McPherson County to honor Senator Don Steffes
Topeka – In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags in McPherson County to be flown at half-staff beginning sun-up Friday, June 1 through sun-down Friday, June 1 for the funeral of state Senator Don Steffes. “I was pleased...
Governor Jeff Colyer orders flags lowered for Memorial Day
Topeka – In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, Governor Jeff Colyer today ordered flags in Kansas to be flown at half-staff on Monday, May 28, 2018 from sun-up until noon in honor of Memorial Day. “It is a great honor to live in this country with the many freedoms...
Kansas Strengthens Trade Relations by Rejoining the Midwest-US Japan Association
Topeka- Governor Jeff Colyer announced today that Kansas will renew its alliance with Japan by rejoining the Midwest U.S.-Japan Association. Governor Colyer met with the Japanese consulate in April at the Capitol to discuss the relationship between Kansas and Japan...
Governor Colyer Orders Flags Lowered to Honor Victims of Santa Fe Shooting
Topeka - In accordance with Executive Order 10-12 and today’s proclamation signed by President Donald J. Trump, Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from now until sun-down on May 22, 2018 to honor the memory of those lost in the...
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