Delaware County Could Adopt Proposition 13 Style Tax Limits
Delaware County citizens could pursue an initiative and referendum to change the county charter and enact laws like California’s Proposition 13. The home rule charter already allows a charter change via petition by 10 percent of last gubernatorial votes, about 21,000 voters, enabling a subsequent vote and potential tax-limiting measures.
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Home Rule Study Commission
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Chester Study Commission Elects Leaders
The Chester Government Study Commission elected Dr. Anthony Iacono as chairman and Walter Barrett as vice chairman at its organizational meeting in city council chambers. Charles Cochener of the Pennsylvania Department of Community Affairs outlined the commission’s duties and said charters from other communities would be shared. a public meeting is set for 4:30 p.m. Thursday in city council chambers.
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Revival of-fashionable past at Ridley Creek Park
In a feature on page 5 the Daily Times highlights a revived fashion era at Ridley Creek State Park, detailing its historical appeal and ongoing influence. On page 10 Interboro and Ridley Springfield secure Briarcliffe girls basketball playoff wins, showcasing strong late-season performances.
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Egypt Israel reject mutual land proposal in stalled talks
President Anwar Sadat rejected Israel’s plan to discuss West Bank and Gaza after a five year self rule period for 1.1 million Palestinians. Prime Minister Begin and Israel’s cabinet dismissed Egypt’s demand that the West Bank be returned to Jordan and Gaza to Egypt as talks focus on security with Israel.
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Lincoln Gettysburg Address to Return to Gettysburg
The Library of Congress and National Park Service reach agreement to lend a draft of the Gettysburg Address to Gettysburg each June starting 1979, with it returning to Washington each August for public display at the battlefield and national archives.
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State lawmakers may sweeten their pensions
Harrisburg AP reports Senate president pro tem Martin Murray and possibly a few lawmakers could buy back pension benefits under a new study in committee. The measure would restore a lucrative plan not available to legislators elected after 1974.
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Chester Band to Play Thursdays in Glen Providence Park
The Chester City Band will perform at 8 p.m. each Thursday in Glen Providence Park starting July 6 and running for eight weeks. Sponsored by Delaware County Council the of parks and recreation and the county Office of Services for the Aging COSA the concerts are supported by the Music Performance Trust Fund and Chester Musicians Local 484 AF&M.
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Edgar Run for Victory across 8.6 miles ends in Crozer Park
Congressman Robert Edgar and supporters completed an 8.6 mile run from Yeadon to Chester along MacDade Boulevard. The event featured multiple rally points where Edgar greeted well wishers before concluding with a picnic in Crozer Park.
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Defense Center seeks small minority suppliers for vast contracts
The Defense Industrial Supply Center in Philadelphia seeks small and minority firms to share in nearly 1 million dollars daily of defense hardware contracts for U.S. forces worldwide. Brig. Gen. Franklin J. Glynn says the outreach aims to boost small and minority business participation, noting over 40 percent of DISC purchases come from these groups and inviting new bidders to join.
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Harassment in park reported by Ridley Park riders
Donald Blizzard and his wife Nadine allege park officials harassed them during a Sunday ride in Ridley Creek State Park. They say Chief Ranger Tom Daws restrained their horses, used offensive language, and threatened arrest, with Superintendent Franklin Haas also involved. State police are investigating and the couple plan charges. Local equestrians report similar complaints. park officials declined comment.
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No limit on sheep cows Horse ordinance corraled in court
Thornbury horsewoman Genevieve duPont Sayer faces a Delaware County Court appeal challenging a township rule restricting horses to one per two acres after a 10.26 acre property held more than nine horses. She argues the ordinance discriminates against horses while cows and sheep face no limit and defends her well maintained stable and community riding activities. The case, scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, follows a local nuisance citation and $25 plus $16 court cost ruling.
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Middletown
Filling Won't Accept GOP Post After Withdrawal
Harrisburg report states former state Republican party leader Richard Filling rejected staying with the party in a lower role. Delaware County councilman Harold Haabstad was elected GOP chairman on June 17 after Filling withdrew, offering a coordinator role and liaison duties which Filling did not accept. He remains popular with many committee members and does not expect changes in support for gubernatorial candidate Richard Thornburgh. In a separate item, Hilton Hotels to manage the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach, with a $13 million refurbishment to begin immediately.
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