Westport Lawsuit Targets City Official
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A federal lawsuit in Westport accuses a Kansas City government agency and its former director of colluding to block Black-owned businesses from operating in the entertainment district.
A federal lawsuit in Westport has expanded to include a Kansas City government agency and its former director, Jim Ready, accused of colluding with the Westport Community Improvement District to systematically block Black-owned businesses from operating in the entertainment district. The plaintiffs allege a multi-year conspiracy involving racketeering, antitrust violations, and racial discrimination, claiming Ready’s division used regulatory power to enforce restrictive “Good Neighbor Agreements” and deny licenses to targeted entrepreneurs. A federal judge has now allowed the case to proceed, recognizing the plaintiffs’ argument that city officials and the CID coordinated to bypass licensing rules and control commerce — all under the guise of public safety. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fa044cb42250f6fe
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