A Candidate Conversation about Collaborative Governance
With the Lawrence City Commission and School Board candidates
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
6:00 PM 7:30 PM
Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont Street, Lawrence, KS, 66044
Please join Lawrence City Commission and School Board candidates at a Candidate Conversation hosted by the Coalition for Collaborative Governance! During this discussion, candidates will answer questions about
Engagement and collaboration with the public
Collaboration amongst governmental entities
Transparency
We are excited to bring Commission and School Board candidates together to discuss increased collaboration between elected officials and their constituents, as well as increased collaboration between these two governing bodies.
Event Schedule
6:00 - 7:15: Candidates will answer questions about each topic (see questions below)
7:15 - 7:30: We will select audience questions and ask each candidate a different question
7:30 - 8:00: Audience members can talk to candidates one-on-one
After the event, we will also share candidates’ written answers to additional questions.
Want to submit a question about community engagement, collaboration, and/or transparency? Share it here!