The City of Lawrence and Douglas County are looking to establish a shelter for families experiencing homelessness, and they’ll be one step closer to that goal if a $750,000 budget request gets approved.
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Firefighter-medics on Tuesday emphasized the worst-nightmare moments they see on a regular basis as they pleaded with the Lawrence City Commission to fund staffing levels the same way the city has in years past.
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The Lawrence city manager’s proposed budget for 2025 would increase the property tax rate, and it proposes asking voters to double the .05% affordable housing sales tax to support homelessness initiatives. It would also cut some of Parks & Rec’s budget.
City pools, splash pads and pickleball took up much of the Lawrence City Commission’s discussion of the five-year capital improvement plan Tuesday evening.
Lawrence residents can soon give their input on how the city should spend money next year through an interactive online platform.
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Richard Renner planned to walk his dog around the Pinkney neighborhood last week. But as the pair went outside they encountered a disturbing sight — a severely injured black dog curled up in their yard.
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Shebah captured advocates’ hearts as she made her way to Lawrence Humane Society, and hopefully, toward a better life.
During a relatively brief meeting Tuesday evening, the Lawrence City Commission heard from the public about the proposed 2024 budget and voted to stick with the plan that will increase property taxes.
The Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday will hold its annual hearings on the proposed city budget, which will include property tax increases.
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As the city proposes spending $2 million on a new homeless programs department, some people experiencing homelessness, local advocates and the owner of a nearby business have expressed ongoing concerns about the city’s handling of the campsite in North Lawrence.
