Kaw Nation letter to the City of Lawrence

On October 11, 2020, project Co-leader Pauline Sharp presented to the Kaw Nation General Council, updating them on our project and offering some possible actions that they might take regarding the Big Red Rock.

Following the presentation, Kaw citizens overwhelmingly voted in favor of making a formal request for the return of the Sacred Red Rock. The attached letter was drafted by the Kaw Nation Tribal Council and outlines the requests. This formal letter was sent to Lawrence City Commissioners and Douglas County Commissioners on November 30, 2020.

The Between the Rock and a Hard Place team fully supports this letter and will work closely with the Kaw Nation, the City of Lawrence and Douglas County to carefully plan a process that brings our communities together to reflect and address the many issues and opportunities expressed in it.

Adapting to the times

Between the Rock and a Hard Place is moving forward with new plans for community engagement. Since we will not be having large community gatherings any time soon, we hope to encourage visitors to the park and those who are learning about it from other places to share their thoughts, stories and ideas with us via email. You can email us directly at robinsonpark1929@gmail.com And come back soon to hear about new activities and research we’ll be announcing for the summer!

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