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Riley County museum hours and as-needed positions trimmed; commissioners approve reduced as-needed budget

5382531 · July 14, 2025
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After a request to add more as-needed hours, commissioners agreed to a reduced increase in the museum's as-needed hours (325 hours at reduced rate) to balance service needs and budget constraints.

Riley County Historical Museum Director Catherine Hensler asked the commission to approve additional as-needed staffing hours to support operations and outreach. Hensler said weekend and summer programming, temporary exhibits and volunteer coordination require the museum to be staffed beyond regular business hours.

Commissioners discussed options including shifting staff schedules and increasing as-needed hours. Several commissioners…

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