Commission seeks to join EDA technical site study after regional council alert

May 18, 2026

Commissioners instructed staff to pursue Geary County participation in an EDA technical and industry site study (80% federal, 20% local match), citing an offer from Manhattan’s chamber to cover the county match and urging a formal request if needed.

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Commissioners discussed a federal Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant opportunity for a technical and industry site study that would assess local industrial sites, infrastructure needs and compatibility for future development.

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