Douglas County residents sue over redistricting plan
Four Douglas County residents file a Douglas County District Court suit alleging the Ad Astra 2 congressional redistricting plan is unconstitutional partisan political gerrymandering. They seek a ruling that the plan violates Kansas Constitution and call for a new nonpartisan map to protect Douglas County votes.
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Eudora Voters Reject Nearly $5 Million Library Plan
Eudora voters narrowly blocked a plan to issue 4.71 million dollars in bonds for a new downtown library with a 54.45 percent vote against. About 1,811 of 4,855 registered voters participated, a 37.3% turnout, with funding to come via an increased local library tax. The library aimed to serve as a community hub with a multipurpose space and programs including Feeding Eudora and United Way navigator services.
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City moves toward long term parklet program with architect firm
Lawrence leaders vote 4-1 to hire a local architectural firm to develop a long term parklet program for downtown patios and outdoor dining in parking stalls. The contract would return to the commission for review. Arizona Trading Co. and Yarn Barn criticized reduced parking and questioned the shift from a temporary pandemic measure.
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