Tag: Government transparency
In Wichita, respecting the people’s right to know
The City of Wichita says it values open and transparent government. But the city’s record in providing information and records to citizens is poor, and there hasn’t been much improvement.
Wichita legal notices an easy start on the path to transparency
Kansas law requires publication of certain notices in newspapers, but cities like Wichita could also make them available in other ways that are easier to use.
Wichita checkbook updated
Wichita spending data presented as a summary, and as a list.
For Hugh Nicks, a return to the backroom deal?
Remarks from a candidate for Sedgwick County Commission call for presenting a unified front to the public.
Lawrence has it. Wichita doesn’t.
Despite promises, Wichita fails to inform citizens on important activities of its government.
WichitaLiberty.TV: Kansas Senator Ty Masterson
Kansas Senator Ty Masterson, a Republican from Andover, joins Bob and Karl to update us on happenings in the Kansas Legislature.
Kansas government data may not be available
There is a movement to increase the transparency of government in Kansas, but there’s much to be done, starting with attitudes.
WichitaLiberty.TV: Danedri Herbert, Editor of The Sentinel
The Sentinel’s Danedri Herbert joins Bob Weeks to discuss the upcoming gubernatorial debate, the Kansas Legislature’s website and transparency, and accountability in government.
Wichita check register
Wichita spending data presented as a summary, and as a list.
