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RideKC is removing benches and replacing them with "leaning benches" (www.instagram.com)
submitted 4 days ago by amikulo@slrpnk.net to c/kansascity@midwest.social
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[–] amikulo@slrpnk.net 2 points 4 days ago (2 children)

No only are they removing their own benches but when community members have tried to install new benches the city removes them.

[–] Eldritch@piefed.world 4 points 4 days ago (1 children)

That's aggravating. If they're so concerned about the homeless. Perhaps they should spend less money and provide them basic shelters rather than hurt everyone else.

[–] amikulo@slrpnk.net 2 points 4 days ago

Taps forehead* No one can be living "on the streets" if we tear up all of the streets.