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Revitalizing neighborhoods two cities under Kansas act
In 1994 Kansas enacted the Neighborhood Revitalization Act aimed at luring investment to distressed areas. Topeka officials pushed for downtown revival and later neighborhood benefits, while Lawrence used the act mainly for select large developments. Local officials discuss rebates and evolving urban renewal impacts.
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Topeka
State of Kansas
Bill Flander
Downtown Topeka Inc
Joe Swalwell
Lawrence
Ninth Street
East Lawrence
Capitol Plaza