Council keeps State Debt Set-Off program; one member votes no over changes to fees

Nov 3, 2025

The Lindsborg City Council voted 7-1 on Nov. 3 to sign the State of Kansas Debt Set-Off Agreement, keeping the city's participation in the program used to collect unpaid utilities, fines, and EMS charges. Councilmember Swanson cast the lone dissent over changes that shift collection fees to debtors.

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The Lindsborg City Council voted 7-1 on Nov. 3 to continue participation in the State of Kansas Debt Set-Off Program after reviewing an updated agreement that the state issued for the first time in more than a decade. Councilmember John Presley moved to sign the agreement; Councilmember Rebecca Van Der Wege seconded the motion, which passed with Councilmember Joshua Swanson voting no.

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