Tag: Wichita city government
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Wichita doesn’t have this
A small Kansas city provides an example of what Wichita should do.
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What else can Wichita do for downtown companies?
With all Wichita has done, it may not be enough.
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In Wichita, revealing discussion of property rights
Reaction to the veto of a bill in Kansas reveals the instincts of many government officials, which is to grab more power whenever possible.
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Wichita City Council speaks on blight
Wichita City Council members speak in opposition to Kansas Governor Sam Brownback’s veto of Senate Bill 338, which would have given cities additional power to take property.
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Wichita economic development and capacity
An expansion fueled by incentives is welcome, but illustrates a larger problem with Wichita-area economic development.
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Wichita on verge of new regulatory regime
The Wichita City Council is likely to create a new regulatory regime for massage businesses in response to a problem that is already addressed by strict laws.
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WichitaLiberty.TV: Bob’s shaking his head, Wichita water woes, and the harm of teachers unions
There are a few things that make Bob wonder. Then, a troubling episode for Wichita government and news media. Finally, the harm of teachers unions.
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Wichita Eagle, where are you?
The Wichita Eagle avoids reporting and editorializing on an issue that is saving Wichita over one hundred million dollars. We wonder why.
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In Wichita, the phased approach to water supply can save a bundle
In 2014 the City of Wichita recommended voters spend $250 million on a new water supply. But since voters rejected the tax to support that spending, the cost of providing adequate water has dropped, and dropped a lot.
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At Pachyderm: Police Chief Gordon Ramsay
The Wichita Pachyderm Club featured Wichita Police Chief Gordon Ramsay speaking on the topic “There’s a New Chef in Town.”
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Wichita TIF district disbands; taxpayers on the hook
A real estate development in College Hill was not successful. What does this mean for city taxpayers?
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Power of Kansas cities to take property may be expanded
A bill working its way through the Kansas Legislature will give cities additional means to seize property.