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Closer to a Truce in an Economic Development Border War

The border between Kansas and Missouri has long been the grounds for acts of "jobs piracy"—also known as offering larger and more lucrative tax and financial incentives to bring new business across state borders.

April 18, 2016 - Kansas City Business Journal

Missourians May Vote to Increase Sales Tax for Transportation After All

Citizens will attempt to do what the Missouri General Assembly narrowly rejected: raise the sales tax by one percent to fund state, county and city roads as well as public transit. If enough signatures are gathered, it will be on the ballot next year

October 30, 2013 - Kansas City Business Journal

318 Votes Enough to Pass Kansas City Streetcar Measure

Of a whopping 555 eligible voters, 318 voted this week to approve a special taxing district to help pay for a downtown Kansas City streetcar, reports David Twiddy.

August 4, 2012 - Kansas City Business Journal

Speed Bumps Arise In Kansas City Light Rail Plan

Land rights and high costs are proving to be major hurdles in Kansas City's bid to build a 27-mile light rail system.

January 22, 2007 - Kansas City Business Journal

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