05 Feb 1976
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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1976
Page
1
The attorney general ruling issued Jan. 29 bars local districts from charging fees beyond textbooks, potentially costing USD 413000 annually for USD 413. Dr. Jerry Steele says the district must use general funds unless the Legislature acts. The board now collects 11000 for basic fees 9000 for workbook fees and 8000 for paper and supplies.
A UPI survey shows less than 40 of 71 Kansas House members firmly oppose capital punishment, with 15 former opponents planning to switch and many undecided. Debates center on which murders qualify, while a compromise bill and a safety valve approach loom in both chambers as governors and leaders seek a workable measure. The piece also notes ongoing school fee rulings and a cold AREA FORECAST for tonight and Friday.
Weather note hints at heavy precipitation with potential for concern. Forecasters caution about intensifying rain and localized flooding, urging residents to prepare and monitor updates. The remark underscores uncertainty about rainfall severity.
Kansas Gas and Electric and the Kansas Water Resources Board say water rights will determine who uses Neosho River water downstream of John Redmond Reservoir and Wolf Creek power plant. KG&E seeks rights to Neosho water and stored water for Wolf Creek, potentially 63.3 billion gallons annually, with senior rights going to downstream users for natural inflow first.
Southwestern Bell argues the Kansas Corporation Commission again blocked its 16.8 million dollar rate increase as part of a 21.8 million request. Bell accuses the panel of miscalculations and warns service quality may deteriorate without relief.
Hutchinson city manager told two legislative committees that with a property tax lid and no alternative revenue, Kansas cities operate as in 1969 dollars. He backed a state fiscal assistance fund and a half cent sales tax option to fund local government. He cited rising costs for gasoline fire trucks tree spraying wages and warned of layoffs if funds stay tight.
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