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Wichita city manager outlines early priorities, flags March sales-tax measure

Mayor's Briefing (Wichita City) · January 9, 2026
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Summary

New city manager described a fact-finding first month, pledged department and district tours, and said a sales-tax proposal that will affect the budget goes before voters in March.

The city’s new chief administrator said his opening weeks will focus on listening to staff and residents and learning the organization before settling long-term budget priorities.

"Look, listen, and feel," the city manager said, describing a schedule of departmental tours with directors and district tours with council members to learn local issues and stakeholders. He said city leaders are preparing for a March sales-tax…

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