Eight of the nine candidates seeking a seat on the Manhattan city commission participated in the first candidate forum of the election season on Saturday, hosted by the United Kansas Party at Manhattan Public Library.

Among the key topics discussed was workforce housing and differing approaches to solving the city’s affordable housing challenges.

Incumbent Peter Oppelt suggested ongoing reviews of zoning regulations, including parking minimums for new structures.

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