State Supreme Court weighs Lawrence smoking ban case
Lawrences dispute centers on whether the citys indoor ban aligns with state law. Dennis Steffes lawyer argues the ordinance exceeds statutory limits and lacks enforcement clarity. Lawrences attorney argues the measure promotes public health and is non conflicting. The case tests powers to regulate private venues while exemptions remain for outdoor smoking.
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City nixes Doll's request in smoking ban debate
Garden City commissioners rejected Commissioner John Doll's bid to amend the smoking ban ordinance to exempt venues with less than 30 percent food revenue. The measure, enacted last January, bans smoking in restaurants bars private clubs educational facilities and public seating. Doll urged compromise while mayor Reynaldo Mesa limited comments to the proposal. Supporters argued relief for veteran groups could aid economic stability, while opponents warned against discouraging new business.
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Garden City approves salary boosts and benefits for workers
City commissioners unanimously approved a package to raise base pay by 1200 dollars for all employees plus an additional 240 to 1200 based on tenure, effective July 1, with two years required for the minimum. Maximum scales will rise, a reserve fund created for future raises, and extra vacation time with a day to be set later.
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Holcomb weighs pay rates for volunteer firefighters
Fire Chief Dan Linton presented a pay plan to the Holcomb City Council as the volunteer fire department nears operation this summer. He proposed a per call scale from 16 to 25 dollars based on certification and experience, with overtime nearby the minimum rate for scenes lasting over four hours.
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Instructors See Disturbing Signs in Student Writing
Garden City Community College English teachers say they would act on disturbing student writing as they did with Cho Seung Hui at Virginia Tech. They note violence in assignments prompted referrals to counseling and emphasize early intervention by faculty.
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