Pensions debate over Brownback role and 401(k) plan spread
The debate over switching new hires to a 401(k) style pension pits Governor Brownback and allies against Democrats and public employee groups. KPERS faces an 8.3 billion gap through 2083. The commission plans to meet again and draft recommendations before January 9.
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Hogs hearing considers fate of Greeley County pig farm
Public hearing on Seaboard’s proposed waste water system for a Greeley County hog operation addressed permit adequacy and water impact. KDHE will decide in 30 to 45 days after reviewing testimony from Norma Mai and others, with Seaboard asserting limited water use and local economic benefits.
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GEMS Day Lets Students Build Kites At Church Site
Lee Richardson Zoo Kansas State University extension office and Garden City Regional Airport staff guided seventh graders at AHMS through kite making. Joyce Taylor 18 tested his craft amid talks on aviation history and the Wright brothers. Roddy Newland coordinated activities with hospital helpers and airport staff assisting students outdoors.
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State justices hear smoking ban case in Kansas
The Kansas Supreme Court reviews a 2009 deadline that allowed casino areas to remain exempt and barred indoor smoking in most public venues. Merriam challenges the cutoff as arbitrary while the state argues a rational basis and aims to curb enforcement delays as Shawnee County judges previously blocked the ban for Downtown Bar and Grill. The case cites a 1976 New Orleans pushcart ruling on grandfathering to support timing.
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City Commission awards service honor and approves zoning
City officials presented Robert Herrera with the 2011 Distinguished Service Award after he aided an elderly man in distress while on duty. The commission also approved a rezoning at 301 S Main St for an animal hospital and appointed Jennifer Brock and Melodie Sterling to the Local Housing Authority. Next meeting is 1 PM December 20 at the City Administrative Center.
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Melodie Sterling
Eighth St
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