(KNZA)--The City of Horton is actively involved in seeking a replacement management group to continue operations of the city’s lone nursing home.

That’s confirmed by Horton Mayor Bryan Stirton who told MSC News the city  has been informed by the management group of the Mission Village Living Center they intend to cease management of the facility.

Stirton said city leadership has been in contact with the State of Kansas in regards to finding a replacement.

A special meeting focused on the issue is in the planning stages.

The facility, formerly known as the Tri-County Manor, is a 35-bed long term care facility that has been in operation since 1975.

It’s located at 1890 Euclid Avenue, adjacent to the Horton Community Hospital which closed last month.