I lived in KCK much more recently -- ~2007ish. The new developments out by the race track and Legends (where I lived) are really nice, and I'm sure that's the main area Google is considering. The suburbs out there (one of which, Olathe, is my hometown) are also really nice, and a great place for this kind of effort. I'm sure that played a part in the decision.
Pre-emptive edit: When I mention the suburbs, I understand that they won't be included initially, but with the network nearby it should be eas(y|ier) to expand into those areas. ;)
From what I understand, no I have not watched the video yet, this is for Kansas City, KS and Wyandotte County. Olathe is in Johnson County and about a 20-25 minute drive from downtown KCK.
Did I mention I spent that year commuting from KCK to Olathe? Glad that is over. Don't let me get started about the commute from Lawrence to Lee's Summit. I have no idea what I was thinking.
Unlike another commenter pointed out, I am really hoping that Google did pick KCK because of its relative low status in the KC Metro area. I am hoping the benefit of greater connectivity will be more clearly seen in a city like KCK.
Pre-emptive edit: When I mention the suburbs, I understand that they won't be included initially, but with the network nearby it should be eas(y|ier) to expand into those areas. ;)