Space needs within the Riley County Courthouse remain a top concern for local court officials.

21st Judicial District Chief Judge Grant Bannister spoke Thursday to the commission, encouraging they consider facility upgrades to the courthouse.

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He continued on saying the courthouse, which was built in 1906, has serious space limitations, which sometimes causes issues with security and trial proceedings…

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The commission took no action Thursday.

On a related note, commissioners unanimously moved to sign a letter requesting the City of Manhattan waive a building permit fee for its Courthouse Plaza East building renovation project.

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