27 Mar 1963
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1963
Page
1
Frantic debate centers on proposed water rate increase to fund city system upgrades. Mayor Gordon Bl. and City Council members clash with Water Board over the minimum charge, urging immediate action while noting the charter limits on rate adjustments.
Greeley officials plan a revised contract for the Greeley Loveland water agreement after reviewing an original 1961 contract. City Manager Cruce and City Attorney Richardson will present the new terms to stockholders at a Thursday meeting, with the city to be represented as owner of two shares. The plan includes outside water rate controls by the Water Board and specifies changes that cannot be made without approval.
City Council Tuesday night accepted a petition opposing the West Greeley Drainage District and killed the ordinance establishing it. Petition integrity was questioned but opponents claimed broad support, with residents urging action to address flood water concerns around the Star Motel and nearby properties.
The opening of a weeklong Red Congress in Guanabara State faced a muted response as Brazilian authorities limited demonstrations. Delegates arrived under police supervision while Gov. Bader Silveira allowed the meeting in the state capital to proceed, citing constitutional guarantees of assembly and thought.
Portuguese government sources say George Bidault will not be allowed to stay in Portugal but may be free to proceed elsewhere. A formal government announcement is anticipated. The sources note that the former French premier and anti-communist leader faces restrictions ahead of morning questioning.
The council approved recommendations for the Cob warpork board, discussed the West Greeley Drain petition, and authorized the city manager to solicit bids for a new passenger vehicle. William Shade was appointed substitute municipal judge. A water contract with the Windsor Greeley area and a 1962 Model Traffic Code adoption were approved along with several traffic and airport ordinances. No action on alley paving or mosquito spraying.
Unclear report cites a San Prate federal bank loss of 7.5 million in securities. A spokesperson for the Fed Reserve mentions missing funds and destroyed records amid inquiries.
In Moscow the Soviet Union blamed the United States for an attack on a Soviet freighter Trav by Cuban exiles off the north coast of Cuba. The claim came amid strong rates and diplomatic tension as the incident was cited by Soviet officials.
Mrs. Harvey Witwer urged the city to stop its annual 10 D.T. mosquito spraying, calling it dangerous and destructive. She asked Weld County Bank to refrain from contributing city funds for chemicals. City Manager Cruce said spraying requires Health Department approval and noted no action was taken by the council.
The Senate will debate education funding this week in a session led by President Pro Tempore Conrad Lee. House support and opposing views surface as lawmakers weigh state aid for schools and related programs.
Voters fail to break deadlock as Skyline Village council considers next steps after contentious ballot. Unclear motion and continuing debate leave decision pending while local officials study options and possible actions.
Dwaine C. Hendricks elected assistant vice president of Greeley National Bank formerly cashier and agricultural representative at Lancaster Company Bank of Waverly Nebraska named to the post Hendricks is Nebraska native born and raised in the state with prior work at Farmers and Merchants Bank Milford and as assistant county superintendent of the Farmers Home Administration He holds a B S in agricultural economics from the University of Nebraska and has pursued graduate work in economic research He is 38 years old married with three children aged 14 9 and 12
Colorado Joint Budget Committee disclosed no provisions for a women's prison or separate facility for the criminally insane in its recommendations for new construction at state institutions. They cited lack of operating-budget figures and listed several proposed projects with costs across dormitories, prison facilities, and related infrastructure.
Colorado lawmakers trimmed Governor John A Love’s proposed state budget by about 3 million dollars. The Joint Budget Committee reduced proposed appropriations for colleges and institutions, while boosting some welfare line items. The action keeps total general fund spending near Love’s target and lowers the governor’s recommended capital outlay and welfare figures.
Denver AP reports the State Insurance Commission granted over 1 million auto liability policies permission to increase rates by an average 17.7 percent after April 17. About 290 firms may raise comprehensive and collision rates by an average 64 percent. only policies written by firms affiliated with the National Bureau of Casualty Underwriters or the National Automobile Underwriters Association are affected. The two groups collectively represent most registered Colorado insurers.
Twentyseven Greeley merchants present a spring fashion window egg hunt with $110 in prizes. Contest runs Thursday to Saturday noon. shoppers visit 37 stores, tally displayed eggs, and guess total across windows. Prizes: $50 first, $25 second, $15 third, two $10 fourths. entries to be left at any participating store or Chamber of Commerce before Saturday noon.
Denver AP reports that Colorado state colleges and universities may see average faculty pay raises of about 5 percent next year under a proposal from the Legislature’s Joint Budget Committee. The panel outlined minimum salary boosts for several institutions and details for new construction funding across campuses, noting nonacademic staff may also see a 7 percent increase.
About 300 people from five businesses and industries attended a luncheon at the Community Building to hear district operations explained. District board members including Ben Nixotton WH Barr Greeley Gadon Dyckman Lowsind John M Cof Boulder and others outlined phases of the North Colorado Water Conservancy District's activities and future development plans.
A confused report outlines a joint effort by the CSC President and students to study equality issues, with committee discussions and potential actions planned for an upcoming meeting. It references a Wednesday session and a vote on proposed measures amid campus activity.
The board plans a meeting with the expenditure council director to discuss budget proposals and financial oversight. The note references a death and outlines a tentative schedule for talks, with emphasis on fiscal controls and program funding.
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