> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.citizenjournal.us/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Garden City Commission Meeting - URL: https://www.citizenjournal.us/garden-city-commission-meeting/ - Published: 2026-03-04T15:46:52.000Z - Updated: 2026-07-13T21:56:53.000Z - Description: Week of March 3, 2026 - Author: Greg Loving - Tags: gccj, #summary, email # Commission rejects proposal for Sunday alcohol sales # American Airlines retained for Essential Air Service # Airport enplanements and sales tax hit record highs # City advances Spruce Street stormwater detention pond project # City to purchase rented solid waste truck for $364,400 # Highway 83 expansion project approaches Garden City --- ### Commission rejects proposal for Sunday alcohol sales GARDEN CITY, Kan. — The Garden City Commission unanimously voted against preparing an ordinance that would have allowed the retail sale of liquor and cereal malt beverages on Sundays. While a city survey showed 55 percent of license holders and 76 percent of a local business group supported the expansion, the idea was ultimately rejected. A letter requesting more data on the potential public safety impacts was submitted on behalf of Mayor Tom Nguyen, who was absent. During the meeting, factors cited against the proposal included a desire to keep Sunday as a day of rest, concerns regarding public safety, and feedback from local store owners who prefer keeping the guaranteed day off for their staff. --- ### American Airlines retained for Essential Air Service GARDEN CITY, Kan. — American Airlines will continue providing commercial flights at Garden City Regional Airport after a recommendation was approved for the U.S. Department of Transportation's Essential Air Service contract. Operating under the American Eagle brand, the airline will utilize regional jets for a two-year term ending in 2026\. The contract will cost the federal government approximately $5.89 million annually, resulting in no direct cost to the city. --- ### Airport enplanements and sales tax hit record highs GARDEN CITY, Kan. — Garden City Regional Airport celebrated a record year for passenger enplanements, surpassing previous benchmarks such as the 27,856 enplanements recorded in 2023, according to a staff report presented Tuesday. In addition to the travel metrics, city sales tax revenues came in approximately 3.5 percent higher than the previous year's $956,229, marking what officials believe may be a record high near $989,000 for the month of February. --- ### City advances Spruce Street stormwater detention pond project GARDEN CITY, Kan. — A $69,826 task order was approved to design a new stormwater detention pond at a Spruce Street site. The city purchased the 1.79-acre property in February to alleviate chronic flooding that overwhelms the local stormwater system during heavy rains. Construction of the pond and new piping is estimated to cost $728,000, though officials noted that utilizing city staff for excavation and dirt work could significantly lower the final price tag. --- ### City to purchase rented solid waste truck for $364,400 GARDEN CITY, Kan. — To ensure reliable commercial trash collection, the city will purchase a 2025 front-load solid waste truck from Premier Truck Sales and Rental Inc. for $364,400\. The city has been renting the vehicle for $8,600 a month following the severe mechanical failure of two older trucks. By purchasing the slightly used rental vehicle, the city secured a $35,100 discount and avoided the 20-week wait time and $440,000 price tag associated with ordering a brand-new replacement. --- ### Highway 83 expansion project approaches Garden City GARDEN CITY, Kan. — The upcoming reconstruction of U.S. Highway 83 from the Haskell County line up to Garden City was highlighted during recent municipal reports. While local advocates have long sought a fully divided highway, the upcoming Kansas Department of Transportation project will upgrade the corridor into a "Super Two" highway, featuring dedicated passing lanes designed to improve traffic flow and driver safety. --- Found a mistake? Have a news tip or feedback to share? Contact our newsroom using the button below: [Contact Us](https://www.citizenjournal.us/contact/) --- [![Job Board](https://rosebud-ads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/JOB.png)](https://gregl72.github.io/job/?ref=citizenjournal.us)