There are many establishments, groups, and individuals who use the Little Arkansas River on a daily basis. The Hyatt Regency Hotel, Exploration Place, WSU Crew, Wichita Rowing Association (WRA), Wichita Festivals Inc., and Keeper of the Plains are just a few of the users of the river. WRA, WSU Crew, and Wichita Festivals Inc. are some of the groups that actually go onto the river. The Hyatt Regency Hotel, Keeper of the Plains, and The Exploration Place are all located near the river.
The Little Arkansas River is not exactly the best looking river in Kansas and has an overabundance of litter, pollution, and miscellaneous items. These all attribute to its lack of appeal as well as its poor water quality. Those groups and establishments who go onto the river are in danger of becoming sick or injured because of the lack of cleanliness. Those establishments and groups who are located near the river are in danger of losing business because it is not a great asset to the companies.
Downtown Wichita is a vital part of the city of Wichita because it brings in a considerable amount of revenue. If the river continues to stay polluted with litter and contaminaton, then the revenue will suffer.
-Ashley Grubb
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