Lawrence City Commission to vote on tax incentives for KU stadium project; neighbors and an expert have concerns

As Lawrence city commissioners prepare to vote on a massive tax incentive package for KU’s Gateway Project, residents near the site said a required community input process was not completed, and an expert said STAR bonds can be a gamble for municipalities. Still, KU is continuing work on the project and is seeking $86 million in public funding. The city commission at its meeting Tuesday will discuss and vote on the incentives package. Approval of the plan will require at least a 4-1 supermajority vote. 
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