Planning panel rejects rezone citing plan guidelines and buffering
The Planning Commission twice nixed the proposal for a department store near residential areas citing the comprehensive plan favoring office service zoning and insufficient buffering. Neighbors oppose the store due to traffic. some council members hesitate, awaiting resident input before deciding.
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Clinton wary of stirring trouble over Taiwan policy
President Clinton opposed the resolution, arguing it would complicate China Taiwan relations. Senate support from Trent Lott could not overcome the administration's stance as Congress readies action on normal trade relations with China and WTO membership. The measure is expected to die in the Senate.
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Clinton budget expands education tax credits and aid
Clinton proposes extending higher education tax credits and Pell grants and expand earned income tax credit to 6.8 million working families. He seeks more Head Start funding, grants for school repairs, teacher recruitment in high poverty districts, and summer and after school programs. He also plans to broaden child health coverage and allow seniors 55 to 65 to buy Medicare. Holocaust reparations would be tax exempt.
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