Topeka Mayor Spencer Duncan confirmed the city does not plan to lay off current employees. Instead, the city will manage costs by leaving open positions unfilled. Some vacant positions may also be eliminated entirely. All city departments, including public safety, will face some level of budget reductions. These budget decisions are based on community feedback prioritizing core services.
Topeka, Kansas
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