Readers asked, city answered: No rainbow crosswalks in KC, but earth tone design submissions welcome

Kansas City decision makers are welcoming advocates of a rainbow crosswalk to walk the line and make their passions known — so long as they’re willing to get creative. “Your article sparked some great conversation within our department too,” Maggie Green,  KCMO public works information officer, said in reference to active social media conversations ignited by…

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Pride underfoot: Founder’s rainbow crosswalk movement met with resistance

KC PrideFest 2019 has come and gone, but one voice in Kansas City’s startup community is advocating for a year-around symbol of LGBTQ+ support. “I want something that’s going to be more permanent than a sticker on the streetcar,” said Brandon Love, referencing the recently unveiled KC streetcar that sports a wraparound rainbow design. “That’s…

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