Mark Schaukowitch is running for Kansas House District 110. Meet Mark: https://www.markforkshd110.com

In this portion of the conversation, Schaukowitch discusses the challenges rural communities face in accessing funding for basic infrastructure and development. He explains how programs like Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) require specific income studies to qualify, and how inaccurate census data in rural areas can prevent communities from meeting those requirements. He also talks about how administrative decisions and changing federal rules impacted their ability to use completed studies, creating frustration at the local level.

The discussion highlights broader issues with bureaucracy and access to resources, including how smaller communities may lack the capacity to navigate complex requirements even when clear needs exist.

See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 110, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-house

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