Kansas Governor Brownback Faces Transparency Critics In State Address
The 2014 State of the State speech by Governor Brownback highlights tax reform and budget plans amid questions about transparency. Legislators note gaps between speeches and later budget details, with discussions on preapproval of budgets and the political optics of the annual address.
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FCEDC board sets agenda for November retreat
FCEDC discussed maintaining autonomy to avoid conflicts of interest. Officials reported progress on a proposed transload shipping center at the US 50 Industrial Park with KDOT involvement and site visits planned for November. Nicole Lucas was hired as FCEDC project manager at 45 000 per year, with part time work by Shannon Dick in marketing and economic analysis. A promotional video on Garden City Finney County amenities is in production, expected to finish by year end.
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