Salina Commission Resists Sunflower Plant Opposition
Salina's city commission voted 3-2 to remain silent on Sunflower Electric's plan to add three coal-fired generators near Holcomb. Abner Penney urged rejection citing water use. Mayor Marrs and commissioners DiVine and Vanier opposed the move, while Alan Jilke joined Penney. The amplifier discussion followed a large turnout as the health department deadline loomed.
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City council split on environmental resolution
Divine warned the measure did not go far enough and urged a comprehensive environmental review and an energy plan focused on conservation. She argued the city should get its own house in order before addressing wider issues. Jilka was persuaded by opposition rally outside the City-County Building.
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Partnership speeds emergency air transport in region
EagleMed chief flight nurse Patty King announces a new partnership with St. Catherine Hospital to provide faster advanced air transport. The upgraded fleet aims to cut heart attack airlift time from 55 to about 42 minutes, with nine crew members plus three pilots per flight and enhanced GPS radar and terrain avoidance systems. The program will unveil at a January reception featuring hospital employees selecting a new aircraft name.
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Leoti board looks at $9.3 million school bond plan
Leoti USD 467 members tentatively back a two question bond to replace the 82 year old R B Stewart Elementary, adding classrooms library and kitchen at Seon High with about 8 million plus another 1.216 million for a second gym. Officials review costs and tax impact after the December 11 meeting and adjust plans to curb expenses.
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Garden City Airport seeks fourth director in three years
Aviation Director Speake resigns to join Orlando Sanford International Airport as vice president of operations and maintenance. Speake leaves Garden City Regional Airport December 8 after a July 2005 start, with a $63,000 salary. City searches for a replacement already underway to continue commercial air service and FBO operations.
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