Lawrence considers 2018 budget with police HQ plan and tax hike
Lawrence commissioners will hear public comments on the 2018 budget which includes a 1.25 mill property tax increase, funding for a $17 million first phase police headquarters, automated water meters at $6.4 million with $4.4 million more in 2019, and a $7.5 million animal shelter funded by a $5 million bond, a $2.5 million grant and a $2.5 million loan.
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City leaders weigh cuts as 2018 budget debate drags on
Lawrence commissioners seek to minimize a property tax rise next year but exact cuts remain undecided until Tuesday. Commissioner Mike Amyx expects an extended review of expenditures to align with city priorities during the public hearing at the Tuesday meeting.
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Governor Brownback’s Complex Kansas Legacy Examined
After more than two decades in Kansas politics Gov. Sam Brownback, 60, heads to a low profile White House role as ambassador at large for religious freedom. Supporters call him consequential and highly electorally successful, while foes dispute the lasting impact of his tenure as governor and senator.
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Lawrence legislator Wilson resigns duties, Horn to succeed
Democrat John Wilson submitted his formal resignation from the Kansas House on Friday, saying he is returning to Lawrence and Douglas County. He has represented the 10th District since 2013, which includes parts of Lawrence southeast of 19th and Iowa, plus Baldwin City. Eileen Horn will be his successor as sustainability director's appointee.
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