Progress and Voting Record

In her 2025 campaign, Rebecca outlined key categories of issues: economic development, public safety, affordable housing, and more. Now that she is elected, read below about what has been accomplished in each of these areas, and what she still wants to do.

DISCLAIMER: Rebecca is not accomplishing these things alone! These are efforts of the entire city commission and staff, as well as valued members of the community. Think of this page as a reflection of what the City has accomplished during Rebecca’s term.


Economic Development

Economic development was the number one priority during Rebecca’s campaign. A strong economy means that we have the capacity to provide more City services and improvements, and bolster the wellbeing of our community. Click on each area below to see Rebecca’s voting record on various economic issues!

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    1.  Awarded contract for Camp Leavenworth Festival for 2026 | Jan 13, 2026

    2. Concurred with KDOT for a downtown ADA ramp improvement project at intersections between Broadway & Esplanade and Choctaw & Seneca, with the city’s share being $0 | Jan 27, 2026

    3. Adopted 7th St Corridor Study which will allow for safety and aesthetic improvements | March 24, 2026

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    1. Cancelled $2,749.62 of outstanding checks issued over two years ago | Dec 9, 2025

    2. Updated the City Fee Schedule to include an added notary fee and modest increases in other city fees due to the rising cost of providing services | Dec 9, 2026

    3. Received a Transportation Alternatives (TA) grant from KDOT for ADA ramp improvements downtown | Jan 27, 2026

Increase Affordable Housing Options

As a renter herself, Rebecca knows intimately the need for more affordable housing options in the Leavenworth community. It is crucial that the city focus on all ends of the housing spectrum, from renters to first-time homebuyers, to those who struggle with increasing property tax, and to seniors. Click on each area below to see Rebecca’s voting record on various housing issues!

    1. Adopted a Resolution of Support of Low Income Housing Tax Credits and a Fee Waiver for a potential development on 2nd Avenue | Jan 27, 2026

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    1. Approved Housing Needs Assessment to determine feasibility and need for RHID and other incentive programs | Dec 9, 2025

    2. Approved creation of Housing Choice Voucher Program Specialist at no cost to the city | March 24, 2026

Public Safety

Public safety is an incredibly broad category that includes everything from our police and fire department to addressing homelessness in our community, all the way to our regular commutes on Leavenworth roads. Public safety has trickle-down consequences that impact every aspect of life in Leavenworth, so it deserves the proper attention. Click on each area below to see Rebecca’s voting record on various public safety issues!

    1. Approved the purchase of 4 new patrol vehicles | Jan 27, 2026

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    1. Awarded Camp Leavenworth Contract for 2026 | Jan 13, 2026

    1. Awarded bid for Wilson Avenue redevelopment project | Dec 9, 2025

    2. Approved purchase of a new brine maker and two brine storage tanks for de-icing roads | Jan 27, 2026

    3. Concurred with KDOT for a downtown ADA ramp improvement project at intersections between Broadway & Esplanade and Choctaw & Seneca, with the city’s share being $0 | Jan 27, 2026

    4. Approved a contract for Micro-surfacing and Crack Sealing program of 15 sections of Leavenworth as part of the Pavement Management Program | Feb 10, 2026:

      1. Oxford Ct (Grand Ave to Cul-de-sac), Wellington Dr, Militia Ct (Revolutionary Ct to Cul-de-sac), Green Ridge (Shrine Park to gate), S 16th St, N 10th St (Pawnee to Shawnee), Tonganoxie Dr, Ironmoulders St (Grand Ave to Franklin), Central Ave (Spruce to Ohio), Pawnee St (5th to 7th), 20th St (Lecompton to 19th Ter), S 14th St (Quincy St to Cul-De-Sac), S 19th St (Spruce St to High St), Olive St (19th-18th)

    5. Adopted 7th St Corridor Study which will allow for safety and aesthetic improvements | March 24, 2026

    6. Approved purchase of 2 dump beds and 1 material spreader for the streets division | March 24, 2026

    1. Voted “no” on the CoreCivic Special Use Permit | March 10, 2026

Public Works & Parks and Recreation

Public goods like libraries, parks, and sewer lines can be challenging; they benefit everyone but not exactly equally, and they do not in general make money but most would argue they are valuable. Rebecca believes that we need to take a fiscally responsible approach while providing exemplary city services to our taxpayers. Click on each area below to see Rebecca’s voting record on various public works & parks and recreation issues!

    1. Approved contract for the inspection of four sanitary force mains | Dec 9, 2025

    2. Awarded contract for 14th and Osage Stormwater Improvements Project | Jan 27, 2026

    1. Awarded bid for a roof upgrade for the library | Dec 9, 2025

    2. Awarded bid for a main electrical switchgear replacement at the Wastewater Treatment Plant | Jan 13, 2026

    1. Approved purchase of a new truck for the solid waste division, increasing the fleet to 7 trucks | March 10, 2026

    2. Approved purchase of a new roll-off truck for Solid Waste division to help with recycling and first Saturday | March 10, 2026

    1. Adopted 7th St Corridor Study which will allow for safety and aesthetic improvements | March 24, 2026

    1. Approved purchase of a new service truck for the Parks Department | March 24, 2026

    2. Approved a bid for the Riverfront Community Center Indoor Pool upgrades | March 24, 2026

Don’t see the issue here that matters to you? Let Rebecca know by clicking on the “Contact” page or sending her an email at votehollister@gmail.com !