Streetcars, Schools, and Your Tax Dollars at Insider’s Hour
Join the Show-Me Institute’s experts for an evening of lively conversation as we discuss and present facts about two timely issues.
The Kansas City Streetcar – The Kansas City Streetcar came in 55% over budget and three years late, yet local media reported it as on time and under budget. The Show-Me Institute took a closer look at the facts, and the discrepancies are striking. With the city considering further extensions, the cost picture may only get worse. Senior Fellow Patrick Tuohey explains why taxpayers and local media need to start asking harder questions now.
Public School Personnel Boom and the Teacher Pipeline – Since 2000, growth in teaching and administrative staff has greatly outpaced growth in student enrollment. Yet at the same time, teacher salaries have declined in real terms, and there is a perceived shortage of teachers across the state. Director of Education Cory Koedel will present new research from the Show-Me Institute that examines where the money is going and what it means for our educational system.
Come, have a drink, and meet with fellow Kansas Citians who believe free markets, local control, and fiscal responsibility are the path forward for Missouri. Please feel free to share this invitation with friends and colleagues.
We hope you will join us!
