Lindsborg local news summary
Week of December 2 2025
Mayor, four council members take oath of office
City maintains revenue neutral budget for second consecutive year
Lindsborg wins top state tourism award
Retail sector heavily reliant on visitors, data shows
Development director reports 16 new construction projects
City continues work on vacant housing registry
Infrastructure updates: K-4 bridge and flood control
Police chief cites need for fire and police recruits
City outperforms region in bike share usage
Mayor, four council members take oath of office
LINDSBORG, Kan. - Lindsborg Mayor Clark Shultz and four city council members were sworn into office Tuesday evening, marking the beginning of their new terms. City Administrator Tanner Faust administered the oaths of office to Shultz and the group of council members, which includes both newly elected officials and a returning member. Following the ceremony, Shultz expressed optimism for the incoming council, stating the group would work to make the city "more livable, more responsive, friendlier and more compassionate."
City maintains revenue neutral budget for second consecutive year
LINDSBORG, Kan. - During department head introductions, City Administrator Tanner Faust reported that the city of Lindsborg has achieved a revenue neutral budget for the second year in a row. Faust highlighted this financial milestone alongside other recent administrative achievements, including a new sludge hauling agreement with a local landowner intended to save ratepayers a significant amount of money.
Lindsborg wins top state tourism award
LINDSBORG, Kan. - Lindsborg Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Holly Lofton announced that the city recently won the top marketing award from the Travel Industry Association of Kansas. Despite operating with a $20,000 marketing budget — significantly lower than larger competing cities like Wichita and Kansas City — Lindsborg took home the highest honor in the state. A public reception to celebrate the achievement is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Sundstrom Building.
Retail sector heavily reliant on visitors, data shows
LINDSBORG, Kan. - Convention and visitors bureau Director Holly Lofton presented data emphasizing the critical role of tourism in the local economy. According to recent surveys and data analytics, downtown retail shops derive between 80 percent and 90 percent of their revenue from customers residing outside the local zip code, while coffee shops see about 50 percent of revenue from nonresidents. Lofton noted that transient guest tax revenues are projected to reach a record $36,000 this year, funding further marketing efforts without tapping into general city funds.
Development director reports 16 new construction projects
LINDSBORG, Kan. - Community Development Director Milton Collins presented an annual report regarding building inspections and city growth. Collins noted that in 2025, the city issued permits for approximately 16 new construction projects, a category comprising new houses, detached buildings and additions. The department also processed 12 permits for remodels and framing, as well as 12 permits for electrical service upgrades, including solar installations.
City continues work on vacant housing registry
LINDSBORG, Kan. - To address housing availability, Community Development Director Milton Collins reported that his department is currently developing a vacant housing registry. This initiative is part of a broader effort to manage the city's housing stock, which also includes the enforcement of code compliance regarding blight and working with the McPherson County Housing Task Force.
Infrastructure updates: K-4 bridge and flood control
LINDSBORG, Kan. - City staff provided updates on several major infrastructure projects involving state and federal cooperation. Milton Collins noted his involvement in the planning for the eventual replacement of the K-4 bridge and the "Safe Streets for All" grant administered through McPherson County. Additionally, City Administrator Tanner Faust and Collins discussed ongoing preparations for flood control measures, specifically targeting improvements along Cow Creek and a diversion channel project.
Police chief cites need for fire and police recruits
LINDSBORG, Kan. - Director of Public Safety Terry Reed addressed the council regarding staffing shortages within the city's emergency services. Reed, who oversees the police and fire departments and coordinates with American Medical Response for emergency medical services, issued a call for volunteers for the fire department. Additionally, while the police department recently onboarded two new officers in November and December, Reed indicated he is actively seeking to fill two remaining police officer vacancies.
City outperforms region in bike share usage
LINDSBORG, Kan. - Lindsborg continues to lead the region in the utilization of its bike share program. Development Director Milton Collins reported that Lindsborg consistently records the highest usage numbers among nine participating communities in the Kansas region. In October alone, the city logged 86 rides, significantly outpacing the second-highest community, Salina, which recorded approximately 30 rides.
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