City Government

City of Lawrence hires acting Topeka financial officer as new director of finance

The City of Lawrence announced Tuesday that it has appointed a new director of finance. Rachelle Mathews, who currently serves as the acting chief financial officer for the City of Topeka, will begin her new role with the City of Lawrence on Monday, April 15. Mathews will replace former chief ...

New Parks and Recreation director will join City of Lawrence this May

The City of Lawrence on Friday announced in a news release that it’s appointed a new director of parks, recreation, arts and culture following a national search. Luis Ruiz, who currently serves as the deputy director of community facilities for parks, recreation and community facilities in ...