Leoti school renovation costs rival new build
Leoti USD 467 board reviews an engineer report on R B Stewart Elementary showing renovation would exceed 5.5 million dollars to meet safety and code standards, about the same as a proposed fire dome replacement funded by a 5 million bond and capital outlay. The 1924 wood section is near end of life while newer wings remain viable, prompting a likely continued debate at the board meeting.
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Leoti wind farm project moves from dream to near start
Economic officials in Leoti Wichita County celebrate activity at the 99 megawatt Central Plains Wind Farm site, north of Highway 96 between Marienthal and the Scott County line. RES site manager Thomas Bode says crews began work within weeks with a target completion by end of 2008.
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Sebelius names Kansas energy policy advisory group
Governor Kathleen Sebelius announced the Kansas Energy and Environmental Policy Advisory Group a panel of business leaders scientists and officials to plan for a potential federal carbon tax. The move follows a Senate debate on two new coal plants amid concerns about carbon dioxide emissions and climate policy. The group will seek ways to cut greenhouse gases without hurting economic growth.
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Veto still likely on latest coal bill
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius dismissed talk she would let the coal plant bill become law without a signature. She has vetoed two prior bills and blocked permits for the two plants near Holcomb. House Speaker Melvin Neufeld predicted she would let the measure take effect. Sebelius said the option is off the table. The bill ties plant approval to economic development projects under an Economic Stimulus Act of 2008. Sunflower Electric plans two plants in Finney County with 86 percent power sold to out of state partners.
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Kathleen Sebelius
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Neufeld
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