Lawrence board weighs 95 percent abatement for Eldridge Hotel
The Lawrence school board will vote Monday on a 15 year 95 percent tax abatement for Eldridge Hotel expansion. The project costs 12.5 million and would develop a vacant lot beside the hotel currently paying 4900 annually. The plan mirrors prior approvals from city and county commissions.
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City bids for major projects may be rejected
City commissioners planned to reject bids for two large construction projects after bids exceeded engineering estimates. The sewer plant project south of the Wakarusa River came in around 50 million dollars versus a 46 million estimate. Officials may scale back scope to save money, but costs could still top 45.9 million.
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Education column questions weight of Kansas leaders in funding
Saturday column by Dolph C. Simons Jr. argues Kansas education funding is driven by politics more than by strong advocates. It questions whether current chancellors, presidents, and regents command public trust or influence lawmakers as past figures like Hesburgh Kerr Murphy and Wefald did, calling for clear, respected education champions in Kansas.
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Commentary on Hesburgh Kerr and Kansas education leadership
The piece argues Hesburgh and Kerr exemplify national leaders who took risks and shaped public policy on civil rights energy and war era issues. It calls for strong chancellors and presidents, capable regents and legislators to elevate Kansas higher education beyond average, urging united action and respected leadership.
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