Schools Won't Close Despite Court Ruling In Kansas
Sen Morris calls the judge's decision astonishing while educators say the public schools will stay open. The Topeka ruling sparked debate as Kansas districts prepare to operate under a finance formula overhaul. Christy Levings of NEA Kansas visited Garden City for summer reading programs amid the dramatic legal turning point.
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Kansas Education System Stretched by Ruling Action
Levings says Bullock's ruling demands drastic remedy measures in Kansas education. He asserts the state has a high quality system but is pushed to the limit by the ruling and its implications.
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Kansas plans fall start despite ruling on education funding
Kansas state officials say public schools will open this fall as planned despite a district court ruling that bars classes until lawmakers fix funding distribution. Attorney General Phill Kline pledged to appeal the decision after Shawnee County District Judge Terry Bullock issued the ruling Tuesday.
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Garden City Commission eyes business outreach visits
Garden City officials plan a series of publicized visits to local businesses to hear owner concerns. Palmer Manufacturing & Tank owner Cecil O Brate urged commissioners to learn what drives local commerce as Mayor Jeff Whitham coordinates monthly tours starting likely May 18 at 11 a.m. and open to the public.
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Garden City okays wording for 0.5% sales tax question
Garden City commissioners approved Aug 3 ballot wording to reauthorize the half-cent sales tax with a sunset date of September 2015. The measure states funds will stabilize the ad valorem property tax levy and finance transportation improvements, addressing road projects funded by state or federal dollars.
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