This bill amends K.S.A. 15-111 to update the procedures for the dissolution of cities of the third class in Kansas. It removes the requirement for a city council to order an election within ten days of a petition from a majority of qualified electors. Instead, it mandates that the question of whether the city should remain incorporated or be dissolved must be placed on the next primary or general election ballot, at least 60 days after the petition is submitted. The election process is clarified, stating that the ballot will present the options "For a city" or "Against a city," and outlines the steps for counting the votes and certifying the results.

Additionally, if a two-thirds majority of qualified electors vote against the city, the city will cease to exist, and its territory will revert to the township. The bill also stipulates that any outstanding debts of the dissolved city must be addressed by the township trustee during the next annual tax levy. The existing section of K.S.A. 15-111 is repealed, and the act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 15-111
Enrolled: 15-111