County approves Bonanza energy deal with tax abatement concerns
Finney County commissioners approved an agreement with Bonanza BioEnergy and Conestoga Energy Partners amid debate over a provision allowing tax abatements if state law changes. Officials said the ethanol plant had no plans for abatements. The plan also includes road work savings and future access to the railroad spur for new tenants.
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Sion
Don Doll
Bonanza
Kansas
Doll
Tom Willis
Conestoga Energy Partners
Bonanza BioEnergy
Kansas Court of Tax Appeals
Finney County Economic Development Corporation
Eric Dopperschmidt
Dopperschmidt
Willis
Garden City
Finney County
Emergency Management Agency
North Harlich
North Ingalls
KDOT
Ellermann
Susan Ladd Chase
Finney County Committee On Aging
Chase
Finney County Administrative Center
Ninth St
Education funding uncertainty shadows Garden City district
The district grapples with uncertain education financing including a $92.5 million high school project. An established debt retirement account funds bond payments and mill levies rise to 48.9 in 2011. The Build America Bonds audit shows no material weaknesses. Board actions include resignations, staffing changes, new positions, retirements, and a Coca Cola beverage contract at Stones Intermediate Center with sponsorship funding and exclusive campus rights.
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Build America
Internal Revenue Service
Garden City
Kansas
CPA
Mike Utz
Cassandra McFaul
Victor Ornelas
Isabel Enriquez
Garfield Early Childhood Center
Silvia Ramos
Alexa Peterson
Chelsey Skipton
Florence Wilson
Anita Stevenson
Gertrude Walker
Robert Schmitz
Garden City High School
Immedi
Coca-Cola Refreshments USA Inc
Wichita
Atlanta
Charles O. Stones
Coca- Cola
Infamy remembered five miles from Pearl Harbor harbor attack
A woman recalls Pearl Harbor as bombs fell near the harbor. Ten minutes after dawn civilians rushed to safety and family members scrambled to locate a daughter. The Harpers sheltered with friends as men defended the waterfront and fear and confusion spread among women and children.
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Hutchinson
Harpers
Pearl Harbor
Jerry
Shirley
Johnnie
Burglary safety tips for holiday season urged by officials
Officials urge residents to secure homes during holidays. Do not leave packages in vehicles. place gifts inside. Use timers for lights to imitate presence. lock all doors and windows including interior garage. Notify trusted neighbors and request home watch if traveling. call 276-1300 for assistance.
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Beagle
Police Department
Holiday Safety Tips From Garden City Police
Do not leave purses or valuables unattended in carts and avoid carrying large sums of cash. Lock your vehicle and store valuables in the trunk while you continue shopping. Park in well lit areas, lock your home, use timers for lights, and avoid displaying packages outside. Stay vigilant, have keys ready, shop online only on reputable sites, and report suspicious activity.
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Garden City
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