Affirmative action progress as Kansas City's construction boom comes to an end!!!

Terry Riley doesn't have great timing but at least his heart is in the right place when it comes to a bit of legislation that's sure to be challenged regarding efforts to include minorities in construction jobs funded by the City. The Star reports: The new measure establishes goals for companies bidding on construction contracts above $324,000. It sets a minimum companywide work-force goal for contractors performing work for the city of 10 percent minority and 2 percent women, unless they seek a waiver. Those percentages are reasonable in the current market and can be increased as conditions improve, advocates said.