In these partisan times, it can feel like there’s little we agree on. But it turns out there are a few things we all still want: that those who break the law are held accountable, that those who need help receive it, and that everyday spaces — such as sidewalks and convenience stores — are safe and usable for everyone.
Working together, we found a small but meaningful change that moves us closer to those shared goals.
A few years ago, a couple Overland Park City Council members sat down for lunch with our municipal court judges. The judges talked about how they balance compassion with accountability in their courtroom and prioritize keeping the community safe. They shared a gap in the system that was wasting resources and making it harder to keep communities across Kansas safe…