Tag: Wichita city council
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Wichita to consider tax forgiveness outside policy parameters
The Wichita city council will consider a tax giveaway for an economic development project that does not meet its stated policy.
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Business improvement district on tap in Wichita
The Douglas Design District seeks to transform from a voluntary business organization to a tax-funded branch of government.
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It may become more expensive in Wichita
The City of Wichita plans to create a large district where extra sales tax will be charged.
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Downtown Wichita population is up
New Census Bureau data shows the population growing in downtown Wichita.
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Wichita water plant contract
Wichita should consider discarding the water plant contract in order to salvage its reputation and respect for process.
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The Wichita baseball team’s name
Is the name of the new Wichita baseball team important? Yes, as it provides insight.
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Wichita consent agenda reform proposed
The Wichita city council will consider reforms to the consent agenda.
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From Pachyderm: Wichita City Council Candidates
From the Wichita Pachyderm Club this week: Wichita city council candidates from district 2. This audio presentation or podcast was recorded on October 11, 2019.
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In Wichita, more tax increment financing
The Wichita city council will consider expanding an existing TIF, or tax increment financing district.
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Contribute to a campaign, get (nearly) free rent
Citizens may not have noticed that a campaign contributor to Wichita Mayor Jeff Longwell received a large benefit from the city this week.
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The power and influence of the Wichita mayor
When pursuing a large Wichita city contract, did the winning company lobby all council members, or primarily Mayor Jeff Longwell?
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From Pachyderm: Wichita mayoral candidates
From the Wichita Pachyderm Club this week: Wichita mayoral candidates Jeff Longwell and Brandon Whipple. This audio presentation or podcast was recorded on September 27, 2019.