Douglas County Homeless Use Of Emergency Services Tops 5 Million
A county report for the Kansas Housing Network shows Douglas County homeless used more than 5 million dollars in emergency services in 2023. Average per person costs likely exceeded 7000 dollars, based on data from jail bookings and hospital stays and including Lawrence Community Shelter expenditures.
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Lawrence Community Shelter
Iowa Street Reconstruction to Start This Month
The city of Lawrence announced a major Iowa Street reconstruction from 23rd Street to Irving Hill Road will begin before month’s end. Work includes new concrete pavement curb gutter a sidewalk on the east side and a west side shared use path plus upgraded waterlines storm sewers street lights. At least one lane will remain open with detours as crews rebuild a vital corridor. Aaron Parker senior project engineer said the project aims to improve safety and reliability.
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Irving Hill Road
19Th Street
Aaron Parker
Municipal Services & Operations Department
The Pairs and the Peace Sign in Rob Blank’s Mind
Chad Lawhorn notes Rob Blank’s habit of pairing contrasting items to create a signature look. He combined long black and later gray hair with a matching long beard and rose-colored glasses with a styled hat. He also formed a V with his index and middle fingers.
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Douglas County opens one year property tax rebate for seniors and disabled veterans
A one year program offers up to 300 dollar rebates to Douglas County residents aged 65 plus or disabled veterans. Eligibility requires owner-occupied homes under 350000 county value, income at or below HUD very low limits, and no short term rentals. About 1600 households may receive 300 dollars. Applications due April 15 with payments mailed by July 2025.
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Johnson County
Kansas
Dgcoks.gov
Taxrebate
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