The City of Lawrence is excited to announce the winner of our 2024 Snow Plow Naming Contest: Taylor Drift! This creative, punny name captured the hearts of our judging panel and will soon grace one of the hardworking snow plows that keep our streets clear …
There will be no issue of the Weekly Traffic Update for December 27, 2024. We wish all of our residents, businesses, and travelers have a fantastic and wonderful holiday season! 12th St. and Louisiana St. intersection to close for final phase of …
At their meeting this week, City Commissioners decided on a site for the Downtown Transit Station. The location will be City parking Lot #14, in the 700 block of Vermont St. The lot is on the northeast corner of 8th and Vermont Streets. “We’re so …
Extreme Weather Emergency Shelter Plan As winter weather sets in, the focus of the Homeless Response Team (HRT) and other service organizations will shift toward ensuring the safety and well-being of people experiencing homelessness in our community. While …
The City of Lawrence is proud to announce the completion of our comprehensive 6th Street Improvements Projects, marking a milestone in our efforts to maintain and enhance one of the city’s busiest and most vital corridors! This multi-phase project, made …
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Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture
On Tuesday, Dec. 17, City Commissioners will decide on a location for the Downtown Transit Station. The final two options are: The next steps in the process are: 12/17: City Commission votes on a preferred site. 12/17 – Q2 2025: KDOT assists in completing …
Southbound McDonald Dr. ramp onto Rockledge Rd. to close for utility work Beginning Monday, December 16, contractors with Black Hills Energy will close the ramp onto Rockledge Rd. from southbound McDonald Dr. to perform maintenance work on a gas main. This …
In an effort to make it easier for utility billing customers to clear their outstanding account balances, the City of Lawrence will begin offering payment arrangements for eligible customers. Payment arrangements will be available starting Monday, Dec. 23 …
With the departure of Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical (LDCFM) Chief Richard Llewellyn, the City of Lawrence will be conducting a nationwide search for the next Chief of LDCFM. Work is already underway to identify a recruitment firm that can assist …
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The City of Lawrence’s Municipal Services and Operations Department (MSO) is proud to announce the receipt of a prestigious engineering award from the Kansas Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) recognizing our innovative and …
Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture
Parks, Recreation, Arts and Culture
The Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, starting at 7:30 p.m. This meeting will be held in a hybrid format. Commissioners will be in person at City Hall and online. Individuals may join …
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Homeless Response Team outcomes through 12/3 We’ve recently made a small but meaningful change in how we present the work of our Homeless Response Team. While the data may look a little different, the essence of the work remains the same—building …
The City of Lawrence is inviting residents to embrace their creativity and Lawrence pride by participating in our 2024 Snow Plow Naming Contest! From December 6 through December 13, Lawrence residents can submit their most imaginative, hilarious, or …
UPDATE: N. 2nd/3rd St. pavement markings to occur over weekend Beginning Saturday, December 7, City contractors will work through the weekend to complete pavement markings and restriping work. On Monday, December 9, the crews will begin work on the final …
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