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City of Lawrence - Kansas Press Releases

752 Press Releases
  • Published on May 21, 2024 - 21:49 GMT

    Second Meeting upcoming to discuss Outdoor Aquatic Center renovations; Outdoor Aquatic Center to Open June 1 for summer season

    The City of Lawrence is continuing to develop the Lawrence Outdoor Aquatic Center Major Renovation Project, assessing issues and identifying improvements. Attend the project’s second public meeting from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, in the …

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  • Published on May 21, 2024 - 16:24 GMT

    City offices closed, service alterations set for Memorial Day

    City offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. SOLID WASTE: There will be no residential solid waste collection on Monday, May 27. Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day for all residential customers during …

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  • Published on May 20, 2024 - 18:14 GMT

    City hosts engagement sessions for 2025 budget

    The City of Lawrence is in the midst of another budget season — and we want your input! For the second year in a row, we’re using A Balancing Act, which is an online budget simulation tool, to gather community feedback on funding priorities for the …

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  • Published on May 17, 2024 - 19:32 GMT

    Weekly Traffic Update: May 17, 2024

    UPDATE: Kasold Dr. northbound lane closure extended through May 24 Previously reported in the Weekly Traffic Update for May 3, crews from Evergy closed the northbound outside lane on Kasold Dr. (south of Bob Billings Pkwy) to perform utility work. This …

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  • Published on May 17, 2024 - 13:58 GMT

    City of Lawrence Announces 2024 Electronics Recycling Event

    The City of Lawrence, in partnership with Teknix Solutions, is excited to host the 2024 Electronics Recycling Event! This initiative underscores the City’s commitment to sustainability and provides a safe, efficient way for residents to dispose of their …

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  • Published on May 16, 2024 - 21:41 GMT

    City Commission May 21 Agenda

    The City of Lawrence fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities.

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  • Published on May 16, 2024 - 21:36 GMT

    Keeping our water clean – on Earth Day and every day  

    In celebration of Earth Day, the City of Lawrence joined Friends of the Kaw for their 10th Annual Kaw River Cleanup on Saturday, April 20. Approximately 120 volunteers came out to this year’s event where we filled two dumpsters with debris collected from …

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  • Published on May 16, 2024 - 21:36 GMT

    Making connections at Central Station

    The new Central Station, located at the southeast corner of Bob Billings Pkwy and Crestline Dr., is a transit hub with style thanks to the connections-themed artwork from Tyler Kimball. Our Lawrence Transit team partnered with Monarch Glass Studio to …

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  • Published on May 10, 2024 - 21:47 GMT

    City of Lawrence Weekly Traffic Update: May 10, 2024

    KDOT U.S. 59 resurfacing project begins May 8 A Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) mill and overlay project is scheduled to begin on U.S. 59 in Douglas County on Wednesday, May 8, conditions permitting. Resurfacing work will be done on two sections …

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  • Published on May 10, 2024 - 13:35 GMT

    Weekly Traffic Update: May 10, 2024

    KDOT U.S. 59 resurfacing project begins May 8 A Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) mill and overlay project is scheduled to begin on U.S. 59 in Douglas County on Wednesday, May 8, conditions permitting. Resurfacing work will be done on two sections …

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 22:20 GMT

    Land Development Code Update Steering Committee May 16 Agenda

    The City of Lawrence fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities.

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 22:10 GMT

    City Commission May 14 Agenda

    The City of Lawrence fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities.

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 19:19 GMT

    Historic Resources Commission May 16 Agenda

    The City of Lawrence fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities.

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 19:17 GMT

    Parks and Recreation Advisory Board May 13 Agenda

    The agenda for the City of Lawrence, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has been posted online. The meeting will be held  5:30 p.m. Monday, May 13, at the City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Administrative Office, Kathy Fode Room, 1141 Massachusetts St. …

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 19:17 GMT

    New electric buses feature designs by Indigenous artist Iris Cliff

    Lawrence Transit is proud to announce its collaboration with Iris Cliff (they/them) on the designs of the most recent electric buses to join the fleet. Cliff is an Assiniboine and Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa illustrator based in Lawrence, Kansas. …

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  • Published on May 9, 2024 - 19:17 GMT

    City hosts community meetings for Land Development Code

    Let’s talk about the Land Development Code! The City of Lawrence will be holding a series of community meetings next week to discuss the recently published consolidated draft. The draft is available to review online and more information can be found on the …

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  • Published on May 8, 2024 - 22:17 GMT

    Public Transit Advisory Committee May 13 Agenda

    The City of Lawrence fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities.

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  • Published on May 8, 2024 - 22:17 GMT

    Transportation Emissions Reduction Program Call for Projects

    Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Organization (L-DC MPO) Transportation Emissions Reduction Program Call for Projects As part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) / Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), the U.S. Department of …

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  • Published on May 8, 2024 - 01:11 GMT

    Lawrence celebrates Drinking Water Week 2024

    Today, the City of Lawrence and partners throughout North America kicked off Drinking Water Week, a decades-long tradition led by the American Water Works Association. Taking place May 5-11 this year, Drinking Water Week is a celebration recognizing the …

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  • Published on May 8, 2024 - 01:11 GMT

    City hosting Affordable Housing Celebration!

    Join the City of Lawrence and community partners in celebrating Affordable Housing Month! Everyone is invited to this FREE, family-friendly event to learn more about the affordable housing projects happening throughout Lawrence. The event will be held at …

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