Kansas City 2023 Primary Look: Suppose We Had Democracy But Nobody Showed Up?!?

From what we've seen of the polling . . .

Turnout is expected to range from 7-9% and the rain might make the number even lower and more depressing than a Lana Del Rey song. If it's much higher than that . . . The numbers are sketchy or the result of very generous estimations and more than a few stuffed mailboxes.

Nevertheless . . . 

Before the voting stars . . . Here's a glimpse a few last minute reviews, insights and guides . . .

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How to vote at Kansas City Union Station during NFL Draft preps

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Despite Union Station closing its South Plaza parking area for construction for the 2023 NFL Draft, there will still be available parking for voters on Election Day. Voters can park in the 1,400 stall West Yards Parking Garage, which is accessible from Broadway Boulevard.

Kansas City voters to decide the fate of proposals funding short-term rentals

Millions of dollars in potential new money for Kansas City will be on the ballot in Tuesday's primary election.Kansas City voters will decide the fate of two proposals to raise that money through additional taxes and fees for short-term rentals.The first initiative would double the current occupancy fee from $1.50 to $3 daily.The second would require short-term rentals to pay the city's 7.5 percent convention and tourism tax.Hotels and motels already pay the occupancy fee and convention and tourism tax."We're happy to help the infrastructure in the city.

What are the 3 Kansas City ballot questions this April?

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The April 4 municipal election is now here, and Kansas City residents will see three questions on the ballot when they head to the polls. All three ask voters about establishing taxes and fees for different products and services in Kansas City.

Who's running for KCMO City Council?: April 4 primary election primer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A new Kansas City, Missouri, City Council will be seated later this year and Mayor Quinton Lucas also is up for re-election. Voters will head to the polls Tuesday for a primary election, which will narrow the field in several races to the top two candidates.

Last-minute tips for Kansas City voters: What's on the ballot, where to vote & more

If you haven't voted early or by mail, Tuesday is Election Day for local races in Missouri. Here's a review of everything you need to know to cast your ballot around Kansas City. This is the first election that Kansas Citians will cast ballots in their new council districts since the latest round of redistricting.

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