As always, continued political and civic bickering defines our outlook on Kansas City life and the year ahead.
To wit . . .
CHECK THIS EPIC LIST OF CAREER AND DEVELOPMENT FIGHTS ON THE HORIZON FOR KANSAS CITY IN THE NEW YEAR!!!
Last year we told you the airport honcho would be gone . . . And we we're right. Here's a quick list of locals struggling to keep their jobs, funding and futures alive . . . Just like the rest of us . . . In the new year.
Take a look . . .
Despite New Contract, City Manager Troy Schulte Isn't Keeping Council Happy
He's got 13 people to make happy and simply catering to the Mayor isn't cutting it any longer. The fat contract could soften the blow but rest assured that more than any other City Hall bureaucrat, City Manager Troy confronts increasing push back regarding his management of KCMO or lack thereof . . .
Historic Kansas City Homicide Count Could Kill Career Ambitions For The Top Cop
So many people dead on local streets this year begs the question of accountability for our KCMO authorities. While mainstream media sings his praises and the Chief has a great deal of well-deserved community support . . . The fact is that most people don't last long at this job and if the rate of local murder continues unabated . . . Along with local control changes underway . . . Look for KCPD to attempt a move in a new direction.
Legislator Crystal Job Hunt Causes Controversy As Search For Political Competition Continues
She has consistently searched for a better deal . . And now County Insiders have taken notice of her career ambitions that are already causing controversy behind the scenes. Furthermore, after the EPIC Hillary defeat, Crystal is become a divisive and destructive force among the Missouri Democratic Party. Look for an increased challenge against this politico without many allies or fulfillment of any of her promises.
Recall Underway Against Chris Moreno
His political opposition is certified and moving toward a vote to remove this Lee's Summit Councilman. Mr. Moreno has also hinted at a surprise political move underway. Look for this controversy to reach the boiling point with a Springtime suburban vote showdown.
UNDISCLOSED Finances For Downtown Kansas City Convention Hotel Evoke Doubts
They say they're breaking ground in the Spring . . . But they won't say who is providing the big loans other than City Hall and KCMO taxpayers. Secrecy defines this project that is out of favor among City Hall insiders.
Kansas City Single-Terminal Airport Scheme Confronts Increased Opposition
Holiday travel winning hurt critics of MCI but the effort to build a single-terminal is still strong and championed by so many denizens of the consultant class. The conversation will continue with very little evidence that a new airport will actually help do anything but line the pockets of its proponents as local media is too scared to mention so many conflicts of interest on this deal.
Toy Train Streetcar Extension Scheme Confronts Cold Weather Reality Check
The Clay Chastain billion dollar plan is moving ahead of Plaza extension advocates with a bigger voting area and more supporters . . . Mayor & Council are quiet on their support and voters have shown support in spirit while cold weather numbers continue to plunge.
QB Alex Smith Needs To Win At Least Two Playoff Games To Keep His Job
We're hoping this guy can save his job given that so many local fanboys tacitly admit that Alex Smith is the team's weakest link. A big playoff showing will save his career but anything less than brilliance could send the Chiefs searching for a new leader.
And in spite of it all . . .
We plan to keep blogging the future, news and all kinds of good stuff as we welcome notes from our blog community on the prospects of these players and challenges that confront all of Kansas City in the new year.
You decide . . .
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