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City manager says mobile crisis unit will expand to Dickinson County; CVB wins $9,800 tourism marketing grant
Summary
City Manager Marsh reported the Central Kansas Mental Health Association mobile crisis unit plans to expand coverage in Dickinson County with 24/7 service expected by summer 2025; the Abilene CVB received a $9,800 Kansas tourism marketing grant for the Kansas Gunsmoke Trail 2.0 initiative.
In the city manager’s report, City Manager Ron Marsh told commissioners that police staff have met with the Central Kansas Mental Health Association about expanding a mobile crisis unit into Dickinson County. The unit currently operates Monday–Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Marsh said the service is expected to provide 24/7 coverage by the summer of 2025, offering a case manager and crisis staff member to assist law enforcement and reduce unnecessary ER or jail transports.
Marsh also said the Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau received a $9,800 Kansas tourism marketing grant to support the Kansas Gunsmoke Trail 2.0 initiative, which highlights regional Cowboy‑themed attractions and historic sites including Abilene, Wichita, Hayes and Dodge City.
Public Works announced assistance to BNSF on a railroad crossing repair scheduled Nov. 21 for about two days, weather permitting. Community Development reported revamp of permit applications and forms to streamline the permitting process; new forms went live Nov. 8 on the city website.
Staff said they will continue implementing the mobile crisis expansion and will report further details as the program develops.
