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Daniel McCarthy confirmed as Lawrence planning director; councillors cite need for continuity
2225057 · February 5, 2025
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The city confirmed Daniel McCarthy as planning director. Councilors praised his institutional knowledge and discussed continuity of planning work, staff assignments and upcoming transportation projects.
The Lawrence City Council confirmed Daniel McCarthy as the city’s planning director on Feb. 4, 2025; the motion carried by voice vote.
Councilors said retaining McCarthy would maintain institutional memory amid recent staff changes. McCarthy told the council the director role formalizes work he has been doing for years: long‑range and comprehensive…
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