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09/11/2026

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09/10/2026

LIVE: Public Health and Safety Committee meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026.

09/09/2026

LIVE: Joint Economic Development Organization meeting Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

09/08/2026

LIVE: Topeka City Council Meeting Tuesday September 8, 2026.

09/08/2026

The Mayor and City Council will meet at 6 p.m. tonight at City Hall. The agenda includes voting on the water utility rates and discussions on the 2027 operating budget and utility lien ordinance. Watch live starting at 6:00 PM at www.Topeka.gov

09/04/2026

City of Topeka offices are closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

09/03/2026

LIVE: Policy and Finance Committee Meeting Thursday, September 3rd, 2026.

09/03/2026

In this episode of the City of Topeka Podcast, we’re joined by members of the Topeka Police Department's Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) Co‑Responder Program to talk about how the program works, how it supports residents experiencing mental health‑related crises, and how the partnership between law enforcement and behavioral health professionals is improving community outcomes. Comment below what you would like us to cover next!

In this episode of the City of Topeka Podcast, we’re joined by memb...

09/02/2026

Congratulations to our our next 2026 Yard of the Month winners. Congratulations to Roger Stewart and family! As part of Changing Our Culture of Property Maintenance, these yards were nominated by neighbors who wanted to recognize how beautiful the yards are. Congratulations to all of the nominees and be sure to nominate someone for next month! Topeka residents can submit applications and nominations online at: https://arcg.is/aWGq10

09/02/2026

Deputy City Manager Braxton Copley has announced his plans to retire from the City of Topeka at the beginning of 2027, concluding more than two decades of service to the City and its
residents.

Copley has served the City of Topeka in a variety of legal, operational and executive leadership roles throughout his career. Most recently, he has served as Deputy City Manager, overseeing the City’s Infrastructure and Development functions. He previously served as director for various departments including Utilities, Public Works, Economic Development and Planning.

“Braxton has dedicated a significant portion of his career to serving the people of Topeka, and his knowledge of our organization, our infrastructure and our community is invaluable,” said City Manager
Dr. Robert Perez. “He has been a trusted leader and colleague, and his commitment to finding solutions and improving the services we provide has made a lasting difference for the City. We are grateful for his many years of service and wish him all the best in his retirement.”

During his tenure with the City, Copley has provided leadership on a wide range of issues affecting Topeka’s infrastructure and essential services. His work has included oversight of Public Works and Utilities, capital improvement planning, transportation and stormwater initiatives, and other major projects designed to maintain and improve the City’s infrastructure.

Copley also played a key leadership role in the City’s work surrounding Hotel Topeka, serving as project manager and helping guide the City through the complex process of operating and ultimately pursuing the sale of the property.

Reflecting on his career with the City, Copley said he is grateful for the opportunity to serve the community.
“I have been honored by the opportunity to serve Topeka for more than 20 years in various roles for the municipal government,” Copley said. “I am grateful for the many people I have had the opportunity to work with and for the experiences I have gained throughout my career. It has been a privilege to serve
the City of Topeka and its residents.”

Copley will be retiring effective January 4, 2027. Over the next several months, the City Manager and executive team will work on succession planning for his position and duties.

The City of Topeka thanks Copley for his dedicated service to the community and wishes him a happy and fulfilling retirement.