While outgoing Kennesaw State University President Dan Papp tells the media that he “decided” it was “the right time” time to retire, insiders say that’s not the whole story. The University System Board of Regents pushed him to make the decision. Regents were not going to renew his contract because of shocking and damaging revelations uncovered in a soon-to-be released audit that shows a serious abuse of his office. KSU reforms need to occur under a new president while Papp, at this point, is DRIFTING…
Atlanta Beltline light rail back on the menu?
Many Atlantans were dismayed when Mayor Andre Dickens seemingly tabled the idea of light rail along the Atlanta Beltline, the city’s wildly popular and successful pedestrian path. After all, light rail was a core part of the loop’s original vision, meant to connect the city all around its (eventual) 22-mile loop. But now the Atlanta City Council is pushing back, with 11 councilmembers, led by Atlanta City Councilwoman Kelsea Bond signing onto a resolution signaling support for the idea. Expect fierce resistance and debate, but the push has pro-transit advocates RISING…
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