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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A Manhattan woman became the final candidate on Monday to enter the race for a seat on the city commission.

Martha Sweeney is an office manager for the K-State rowing team and works alongside her husband Patrick, the long time rowing coach. This is her first attempt at seeking public office.

“I know there’s a lot of polarization in the community, in the country, in the world at the moment, and I want to be involved with my community,” she said. “I really care about Manhattan, and I want to be a part of helping to make decisions that are good for the people.”

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A Manhattan woman became the final candidate on Monday to enter the race for a seat on the city commission.

Martha Sweeney is an office manager for the K-State rowing team and works alongside her husband Patrick, the long time rowing coach. This is her first attempt at seeking public office.

“I know there’s a lot of polarization in the community, in the country, in the world at the moment, and I want to be involved with my community,” she said. “I really care about Manhattan, and I want to be a part of helping to make decisions that are good for the people.”

To view the full article visit theMercury.com.

Click here for more local news.

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