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August Rudisell / The Lawrence Times
Environment August 31, 2021 - 11:27 pm

Lawrence City Commission moving forward with budget; many residents call for climate action

by Lucie Krisman

The Lawrence City Commission agreed to proceed with a 2022 budget that increases utility rates but keeps property taxes flat after a public hearing on Tuesday.

Community Voices August 28, 2021 - 12:50 pm

Birdie Alt: City of Lawrence must prioritize creating a climate plan (Column)

by Birdie Alt

“The Lawrence City Commission needs to refocus on creating and implementing the Climate Action Plan before expanding Lawrence,” Birdie Alt writes in this column.

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