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NEWS
THE UNIVERSITY DARY KANSAN
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2007
LAWRENCE ELECTION
Commissioner hopefuls address concerns
Tuesday's primary elections will eliminate three of this year's nine city commission candidates. Voters can choose up to three candidates in the primaries. Three commission seats will be filled after the general election April 3. For voting locations and other election information, go to www.douglascountyelections.com.
Dennis "Boog" Highberger, incumbent
How important is it that the Lawrence Transit System and KU on Wheels bus lines coordinate more?
"I support the option presented."
I support on by our transit consultant that would consolidate some routes and extend evening hours on some routes. It is important to maintain student representation
Highberger
on the governing board of the bus system when the systems merge"
How can the city make apartment complexes and other student living places safer from fires and crime?
"The city has already done a lot for fire safety by enforcing building codes, requiring sprinklers in multi-unit buildings. Some students have talked to me about the possibility of placing additional emergency phones in student neighborhoods near campus, and I am interested in exploring that idea."
How can the city make the downtown area safer at night?
"Support adoption of an entertainment licensing system that would not impose any new costs or restrictions on the vast majority of venues that don't cause any trouble.
but that would give us the authority to take appropriate actions to improve safety at places that have problems with violence. I do not support a video surveillance system at this time'.
If elected, what else would you do to make Lawrence a better place for University of Kansas students?
"During my time on the commission and as mayor, I have met with students to hear student concerns. The things mentioned above are among the most important things the city can do that directly benefit students. Other things we can do are to support Lawrence Freenet's plan to build a citywide wireless network, encouraging more city-KU events like last year's homecoming celebration downtown, and finding more ways for students to volunteer and to participate in local government."
David Schauner incumbent
How important is it that the Lawrence transit System and KU on Wheels bus lines coordinate more?
"I think a coordinated University and city transit system is important to both parties. There are two issues which I think will cause that consolidation to be more difficult. One is
cost, and two is management of the combined system."
How can the city make apartment complexes and other student living places safer from fires and crime?
"The city probably needs more resources to do habitability inspections. With respect to crime, I think a campaign to put more light in the neighborhoods that surround the University would go a long way toward deterring crime in those areas."
How can the city make the downtown area safer at night?
"I think an integrated bus system would make getting to and from where you live easier. I think an entertainment district with assembly licenses might make staying out until two or three in the morning safer. I think more job opportunities would help students as well."
"I think downtown is, for practical purposes, a pretty darn safe place to be. I think we do need to look at an assembly license that would give us the authority to close those places that become a nuisance or seem to attract more criminal behavior."
If elected, what else would you do to make Lawrence a better place for University students?
How important is it that the Lawrence Transit System and KU on Wheels bus lines coordinate more?
James Bush
"It makes more sense to have one very well developed transit system than two systems that overlap services. Perhaps a cost savings can benefit both the city and KU"
How can the city make apartment complexes and other student living places safer from fires and crime?
"The city can provide greater
enforcement of safety codes and require property owners to bring all dwellings up to specific fire safety code. In any neighborhood where crime is of greater concern.
How can the city make the downtown area safer at night?
Bush
the Lawrence Police Department can demonstrate greater presence."
"First, the Lawrence Police Department needs to demonstrate greater presence when the late-night bars open for business, rather than just at closing time. Second, the city can do more to post signs regarding concealed weapons. Third, I support the enactment of Mayor Amyx's recommendation for a stricter gun law"
If elected, what else would you do to make Lawrence a better place for University students?
"I will work to expand the Lawrence tax base through economic development and job creation. I will work to bring new businesses
to Lawrence, both commercial and light industrial. I believe students would appreciate the opportunity to stay in Lawrence after graduation. I will work to bring those professional jobs to Lawrence."
How important is it that the Lawrence Transit System and KU on Wheels bus lines coordinate more?
Rob Chestnut
"The combination of these systems needs to be viewed by both entities to make sure it is cost-efficient for both. If it delivers a better system for both groups, I would certainly want to review the possibilities."
How can the city make apartment complexes and other student living places safer from fires and crime?
Chestnut
"The city needs to continue reviewing its building codes and entreection to make sure that student living is safe."
"Tools of law enforcement that the city has must continue to be diligent to make downtown safer. It is essential for law enforcement to work closely with establishment owners to continue improving the
How can the city make the downtown area safer at night?
situation."
If elected, what else would you do to make Lawrence a better place for University students?
"I would like to create more job opportunities for graduating seniors from KU. A more robust employment environment would be a major contribution for students here in Lawrence."
Jake Davis
How important is it that the Lawrence Transit System and KU on Wheels bus lines coordinate more?
"With the increased service and more efficient operation an integration would provide. I think it is very important."
Davis
How can the city make apartment complexes and other student living places safer from fires and crime?
"We need to tighten the regulations on landlords regarding fire suppression systems and the city needs to make sure every street is well lit at night."
How can the city make the downtown area safer at night?
"Downtown is safe. But we need to be sure to fully prosecute the isolated incidents that the media uses to make it seem otherwise."
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Stop by our table at Wescoe or the Kansas Union this week to celebrate march madness!
Each day there will be different contests and prizes to win!
Monday FEB. 26
Breakfast with Baby Jay at Wescoe from 9-10:30 a.m.
Free hot cocoa while it lasts!
Breakfast with Big Jay at the Union from 9-10:30 a.m.
Free donuts while they last!
Jaybowl
Free Cosmic Bowling at the Jaybowl from 7-9 p.m. with a donation to Special Olympics.
Spirit Contest 1-5 p.m.
Adams Alumni Center
Student with best display of KU Spirit wins $100!
Thursday MARCH 1
Sign the Good Luck Banner for the Basketball Teams located on Wescoe Beach from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and enjoy some giveaways.
Women's Basketball KU at Missouri 6:30 p.m.
Friday MARCH 2
Crimson and Blue Day – wear KU colors!
Sign the Good Luck Banner for the Basketball Teams located in the Kansas Union from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and enjoy some giveaways.
Saturday MARCH 3
Men's Basketball KU vs. Texas, 11 a.m.-last home game!
Thanks for a great season in the Allen Field House. Rock Chalk Jayhawk!
Men's Basketball KU at OU, 8 p.m.
Go Hawks!
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