Staffing Study Urges Five More Officers for Lawrence PD
A staffing study shows the Lawrence Police Department needs five additional patrol officers, costing the city about half a million dollars annually. The study, based on service calls, was shared with the Lawrence City Commission during a work session. City Manager Tom Markus said using calls for service as a metric is a solid start despite budget challenges.
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Colyer Signs Bill On Child Deaths And Body Cam Access
Gov Jeff Colyer signed a package expanding access to body camera footage and requiring release of basic information on child abuse deaths. The laws take effect July 1 and accompany penalties for late campaign finance reports and an executive order boosting agency transparency. The session ended with mixed results on openness.
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Sunset Hill teacher wins S10K Bobs Award for teaching
Michele Duncan, Sunset Hill Elementary second grade teacher, received the 2018 Special Award for Excellence in Teaching known as the Bobs Award. The recognition honors outstanding instruction skills and dedication, as Duncan was celebrated by students and parents alike.
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Ward exits governor race may aid Democrats in Kansas
Kansas politics shift as Ward withdraws from gubernatorial bid. Ward, a Wichita Democrat, raised under 100000 by end of 2017, lagging Laura Kelly who has emerged as front runner. Ward to seek re election to his House seat, potentially boosting party recruitment and fundraising for future campaigns.
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