Butler County adopts updated comprehensive plan with new Flint Hills protection goal

Jun 9, 2026

The Butler County Board of Commissioners adopted a new countywide comprehensive plan—Resolution No. 26-21—adding Goal 5.5 to "Protect the Flint Hills ecoregion from large-scale industrial and commercial projects." The Planning Commission recommended approval after a May 5 public hearing.

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The Butler County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 on June 9 to adopt an updated Butler County Comprehensive Plan, approving Resolution No. 26-21. Community Development Director Toby Stewart told the board the plan was developed with Olsson Inc., with the Planning Commission holding a public hearing and adopting the plan on May 5, 2026.

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