Kansas City Votes To Remove Martin Luther King's Name From Street

Kansas City residents voted to revert the name of a 10-mile thoroughfare from Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Blvd back to its original name, Paseo Blvd. The decision came less than a year after the initial renaming, with the group Save the Paseo leading the charge, citing the historical significance of the Paseo name. The community objected to the City Council's decision to bypass a rule requiring two-thirds resident approval for name changes. Mayor Quinton Lucas emphasized the importance of inclusive legislative processes and community consensus.

What was the original name of the boulevard before it was renamed to honor Doctor Martin Luther King Junior?

• Equality Blvd

• Civil Rights Blvd

• Freedom Blvd

• Paseo Blvd

What was the main reason the group Save the Paseo opposed the name change?

• They were not consulted about the change

• They disliked the new name

• They valued the historical significance of the original name

• They wanted a different historical figure honored

What rule did the City Council waive when renaming the boulevard?

• A rule requiring a mayoral signature

• A rule requiring a historical review

• A rule requiring 2/3 resident approval

• A rule requiring a public hearing

What did Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas emphasize about the decision-making process?

• It should be quick and efficient

• It should involve diverse perspectives

• It should prioritize economic benefits

• It should focus on historical accuracy

What lesson did Mayor Quinton Lucas suggest the ballot measure should teach City Hall?

• The importance of quick decisions

• The need for more public events

• The significance of inclusive governance

• The value of historical preservation