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Lawrence news August 11, 2025 - 7:32 pm

Lawrence Parks & Rec board members vote 4-3 to voice firm stance against fees to use rec centers

by Mackenzie Clark

Lawrence’s Parks and Rec Advisory Board voted 4-3 to make a stronger statement to the city commission against a proposal to implement fees for residents to use Lawrence’s recreation centers.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Business August 8, 2025 - 6:05 pm

Lawrence City Commission to vote on tax incentives for KU stadium project; neighbors and an expert have concerns

by Cuyler Dunn

As Lawrence city commissioners prepare to vote on a massive tax incentive package for KU’s Gateway Project, neighbors say a required community input process was not completed, and an expert says STAR bonds can be a gamble.

Lawrence news August 7, 2025 - 1:47 pm

Lawrence pool should be open for swim seasons under revised construction timeline

by Lawrence Times

The City of Lawrence has announced an updated two-phase timeline for renovations that should allow the Outdoor Aquatic Center to stay open for swim seasons.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 6, 2025 - 10:16 am

Lawrence community members ask city commission to reconsider police camera integration program

by Cuyler Dunn

More than 20 public commenters railed against Lawrence city commissioners Tuesday night for approving a camera integration program the police department rolled out last month without public input. 

Lawrence news August 6, 2025 - 9:51 am

Lawrence City Commission general public comment for Aug. 5, 2025

by Lawrence Times

Here’s the general public comment for the Lawrence City Commission’s Tuesday meeting, as public comment is no longer being broadcast.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 5, 2025 - 9:43 pm

Lawrence City Commission approves Fall Creek Villas plan despite earlier rejection, community opposition

by Cuyler Dunn

Lawrence city commissioners voted 3-2 Tuesday to approve a final plan for the Fall Creek Villas, a 14-duplex project planned near Kasold and Tomahawk drives. It had initially been rejected twice before approval. 

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 5, 2025 - 8:49 pm

Lawrence city commissioners approve tax breaks for senior affordable housing project

by Cuyler Dunn

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday voted to approve a 10-year, 65% property tax abatement for a planned affordable housing development for seniors. 

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 5, 2025 - 7:12 pm

Schumm, Polian, Littlejohn and Courtney advance in Lawrence City Commission primary election

by Lawrence Times

Bob Schumm, Kristine Polian, Bart Littlejohn and Mike Courtney will face off for two Lawrence City Commission seats in the Nov. 4 general election.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 4, 2025 - 5:44 pm

Lawrence City Commission to consider final plan for Fall Creek Villas after project adjusted to address stormwater concerns

by Cuyler Dunn

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will consider approving a final plan for the Fall Creek Villas, a 14-lot residential project planned near Kasold and Tomahawk drives. 

Lawrence news August 4, 2025 - 5:26 pm

Lawrence city commissioners to consider tax breaks for senior affordable housing development

by Cuyler Dunn

Lawrence city commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider awarding about $750,000 in property tax breaks for a new development providing affordable housing for seniors.

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