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Tenant Eviction Defense pilot program available in Douglas County

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Douglas County tenants facing eviction now have access to free legal consultation and representation through the Tenant Eviction Defense pilot program, which launched June 1.The program is designed…
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Black Jack Battlefield and Nature Park

Public survey open for Black Jack Battlefield planning effort

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An advisory board is seeking public input on Black Jack Battlefield and Nature Park, a nationally significant site tied to the events of “Bleeding Kansas” and widely recognized as a precursor to the…
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Lane reduction on County Route 5 set to begin Aug. 5

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Douglas County Public Works announces that County Route 5 (Clinton Lake outer road) will be reduced to one lane for asphalt surfacing starting Wednesday, Aug. 5.  Daytime lane closures and…
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Third annual kids expo

Lawrence Schools Foundation - Kids Expo

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2026 Electronics Recycling Event

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Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Tue, Aug 11 2026 11:00 AM

Historic Douglas County Courthouse
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Commission Board Wed, Aug 12 2026 5:30 PM

Zoom and County Courthouse
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Board of Zoning Appeals Mon, Aug 17 2026 10:00 AM

Douglas County Public Works Training Room
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County Collection of Property Tax: Where Does the Money Go?

Kansas County Collection of Property Tax - Where Does the Money Go?

Where Does Tax Collection Money Go?

Through appointed boards and other officials, county governments provide parks, libraries, sewers, emergency management, public assistance, and in some cases, hospitals, ambulances, fire service, and community colleges. Last but not least, county government is also responsible for building and maintaining county roads and bridges, providing police protection, building inspections, planning, and zoning services. When it comes to paying for these local services, state laws allow for boards of county commissioners to levy taxes for the general fund and for other specific county purposes.

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