Wetlands history fuels debate over trafficway plan
The South Lawrence Trafficway debate hinges on a historic wetland area near Baker University and Haskell Institute. Officials say the land evolved from flood-prone prairie to a restored wetlands project, while opponents question sacrificing 25 to 40 acres for a road.
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Wetlands plan clash over Kansas Turnpike route near Lawrence
Dispute centers on a new wetlands and trafficway alignment south of the Baker Wetlands area east of town. WPO opposes the plan citing noise pollution and habitat loss though supporters point to past environmental compromises.
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