Details are skimpy for project that agency CEO says is “much different” than traditional data centers.
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Posted inState Government
Cellphones, foster children, literacy: Kansas approves new education laws
Most of the laws were signed by Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly, and lawmakers overrode her veto to opt Kansas into a federal tax credit program.
Posted inElections
Kansas City Council plans to ask voters for these five things in August
Water infrastructure, affordable housing and building repairs: Kansas City wants your permission to borrow $1.7 billion.
Posted inHealth
KU pharmacy techs narrowly lose union election, claim some votes weren’t counted
Pharmacy techs want better staffing and higher pay. The union has appealed the May 14 election results, saying it wants all votes to be counted.
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Building needs assessment prompts wide-ranging discussion at KCK school board meeting
Topics covered by board members, principals include transportation, absenteeism and student mental health.
Posted inHousing
Union group wants to bolster KC’s affordable housing by investing pension money
Union leaders say pension-backed housing projects could help Kansas City tackle affordable housing and labor shortages.
Posted inEducation
Two Kansas City charter schools didn’t get permission to stay open. What happens now?
As Lee A. Tolbert Community Academy and the younger grades of Hogan College Preparatory face closure, other schools are expanding to keep their buildings open.
Posted inState Government
Missouri’s gerrymandered map splits Kansas City and sows confusion around this year’s elections
The court’s unanimous decision allows the map to be in effect for the August primaries if Secretary of State Denny Hoskins does not certify a public referendum before then.
Posted inMeeting Notes
WyCo residents to pay more for some municipal services
The Unified Government Board of Commissioners has approved rate hikes for trash collection, stormwater management and sanitary sewers. The increases take effect next year.
Posted inLocal Government
Kansas City Council considers allowing taller buildings on Plaza
A plan to renovate the Country Club Plaza is being reviewed by the City Council. Some neighbors and historic preservation advocates have concerns.