Lenexa Fights Affordable Housing

There was an effort to "both sides" this issue but even a cursory look makes it clear what's happening . . .

LENEXA HOMEOWNERS REBEL AGAINST "AFFORDABLE" BUILDING PROJECTS IN THEIR TOWN!!! 

Two things  . . .

There's legit concern about park land & natural habitats. 

Moreover . . . 

Suburban fears of social engineering, demographic shifts and, yes, rising crime continue to underlie the conversation but don't get much public mention.

Here's a roundup of the latest meetup . . .  

"The hearing drew dozens of speakers on both sides of the issue, with concerns ranging from property values and traffic to the need for affordable housing in a county where the average home costs more than half a million dollars."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

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