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Lawrence candidates clash at forum on growth and development
Lawrence City Commission hopefuls sharpened stances on growth at a Tuesday forum hosted by the Lawrence Board of Realtors and the Lawrence Home Builders Association. Incumbent Bob Schumm defended Rock Chalk Park amid bidding controversy, praising its value to users and tournaments. Matthew Herbert urged easier approvals for private investments without incentives, criticizing City Hall's stance on a proposed south of the South Lawrence Trafficway retail project. Stan Rasmussen urged better planning as he noted the Planning Commission’s no vote sent a harmful signal.
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