Aftershock Fears Rise in California Seismic Update
Santa Cruz supervisors hear quake risk as aftershocks top 3 500 since Oct 17. A 5.0 to 6.0 magnitude chance over two months spooks residents while a 4.5 quake hits. In Oakland and Berkeley crews dismantle I 880 sections and Bay Bridge damage prompts months of rebuilding.
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Buffalo Room barred blacks faces license loss ruling
The Georgia Alcoholic Beverage Commission ruled the Buffalo Room violated the Civil Rights Act and good moral character by discriminating against blacks for nine years. Six plaintiffs including Willar Hightower Jr and Nelson Rivers seek 1.2 million in damages as they await a court date.
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County studies jail option with 243 bed start
William Harper of Patrick Associates says long range crime trends justify a jail starting at 243 beds with potential to expand to 303. A $15.1 million facility would house inmates and a magistrate court, with two story pods and high security.
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Auditors Question Bonuses at Savannah River Nuclear Plant
Officials at the hearing disclosed no extra details as Savannah River officials were unavailable for comment. The department admitted possible errors in $912000 in bonuses to the top 25 Du Pont managers and noted concerns about safety and health protections.
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Detention Center Advisory Pushes Cost Efficient Jail Design
The report urges a future expansion capable facility on an 84 acre Wire Road site with bar racks or ward style blocks to cut costs. It calls for work and educational release programs, in cell block workspaces, and possible renovation leasing of the existing center to offset new construction. It also suggests shared services with state penal officials and space for sign making, warehouse, printing, and education counseling within the new detention center.
County weighs bonds and jail lease to ease prison costs
The county reviews general obligation bonds despite tax hike needs and voter referendum risk. An advisory group suggests renovating the current jail and leasing space to the state prison system, with officials expressing interest to reduce the new prison’s net cost.
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