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Commission moves forward on Laurel Canyon sewer upgrades with USDA, KDHE support

Geary County Commission · May 12, 2026
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Geary County commissioners approved a loan resolution and related documents to secure USDA and KDHE funding for sewer rehabilitation and extension in the Laurel Canyon area; officials said the estimated construction cost is about $996,000 with substantial KDHE loan forgiveness and a proposed USDA 40‑year note at about 2.875%.

Geary County commissioners on Monday voted to approve a set of financing steps to proceed with sewer rehabilitation and extension in the Laurel Canyon subdivision.

Public works administrator Jeremy Myers introduced Dan Fisher of USDA Rural Development and Randy Purdue of Kaw Valley, who said the project will rehabilitate an aging sewer system and extend service to lots that currently lack sewer access. "We're going to rehab the existing facility ... and then, extend to some lots that are missing service," Randy Purdue said.

Dan Fisher, USDA deputy state director, outlined the financing picture: KDHE (Kansas Department of…

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