District 1 Advisory Board
Notes by Susan Miner
Citizens want safer bike lanes with more separation from traffic in the Bicycle Master Plan. Concerns persist over the Downtown Parking Plan’s contract with Car Park, while residents support improvements at the Carl Brewer Center and Maya Angelou Library.
Notes by Debbie Haslam
During the meeting, Johnson discussed topics like the city's budget, potential mill levy increases, and the importance of public services such as transit and parks, while updates were provided on local programs and upcoming initiatives such as a new football league in collaboration with Wichita public schools.
Notes by Mia Hennen
The meeting covered a variety of topics, including city department updates, and drought concerns. Also, a zoning change proposal for property that is near the Islamic Society of Wichita led to significant community discussion.
Notes by Debbie Haslam
Lance Dixon presented on the Real Property Section's initiatives focusing on affordable housing efforts, application and selection processes, while addressing concerns from community members about accessibility and transparency in the housing programs.
Notes by Ricky Jacques
District 1's community efforts emphasize unity through events like peace marches and local gatherings. Firework safety remains a top priority through the holiday weekend. The recent board decision on adding a microbrewery illustrates ongoing community engagement in decisions.