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Keats project moves to construction; county highlights Aug. 13 groundbreaking
Summary
Riley County planning staff announced a Keats groundbreaking set for Aug. 13 and said construction is expected to start next week; the infrastructure portion is currently 87% grant‑funded and staff are monitoring potential EPA grant outcomes.
Planning Director Amanda Webb told commissioners that a groundbreaking for the Keats project is scheduled for Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. in the park area near the planned lagoon site and that construction mobilization will begin within the coming week, weather permitting.
"Construction should start within the next week or so," Webb said, adding that the infrastructure portion of the project is currently about 87% grant funded. She told commissioners the county is monitoring a possible EPA grant that, if awarded, would replace a USDA grant component and reduce the county’s local share. Commissioners asked about signage and logistics for the event; Webb said the project team will provide signage, gold‑painted shovels and a photo opportunity for the ribbon cutting.
The Keats project was presented as part of the planning update; no formal vote was required. Staff will return with further updates on any additional grant awards and a construction schedule.
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