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Originally Posted by jettio
What specific projects are you referring to?
I think the most influential thing they prevailed on was the redistricting maps for KCMO.
I think one effect they have is to change the idea of it is easier to get something passed in a low turnout election if you have union support and famous names and get endorsements from political clubs.
It may turn out that a higher turnout election would be the better strategy to win a ballot question if KC Tenants says vote no. I think they get their vote out.
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Here's a sampling of projects they've opposed that have had major delays or cancellations because of their opposition:
Lux Riverfront
Freighthouse Village
Katz Redevelopment (Main & Westport)
Wonderland (19th & Broadway)
City Harvest (5th & Main)
Mac Developemtn (Armour & Main)
ATT HQ Residential Conversion (8th & Locust)
KCATA High-Rise (10th & Main)
KC Royals Ballpark (East Village)
Ascend at River Market (Fmr. Defeo Tower (Oak & Third))
KC Current Village
The Midland Lofts (1221 Baltimore)
Parker Square Apartments
Old KCPS Headquarters
4711 Belleview
74 Broadway - Waldo Proposal (47th & Broadway)
Bravo Hotel
They also have over a million dollar in liquid assests. Haven't built a single house.
https://projects.propublica.org/nonp...ions/845137189