City budget cuts eyed could hit social services in Lawrence
Corliss warns state sales tax returns tied to Lawrence could force deep cuts in 2009. A third of state funds fund social services and recreation. removing the alcohol fund would shrink agency support. Janet Murphy of the Boys and Girls Club fears $95,991 loss could close sites and cut after school safe spaces for 65 percent low income families.
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Community Ire Grows Over City Budget Cuts
Residents protest proposed spending reductions in recreation hours and downtown beautification. City staff weigh closing Prairie Park Nature Center, a free local nature resource hosting 400 programs yearly. officials warn impassioned opposition and possible bird relocations. City Commission meeting at 6:35 p.m. at City Hall to discuss options.
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City Hammers Budget Cuts To Street Maintenance
The city plans $500000 in street maintenance reductions, eliminating wage increases and staff positions. Commissioners will decide where cuts land, and there is no option to raise property taxes midyear to cover revenue shortfalls. Crime reporter Jesse Fray can be reached at 832-4304.
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Macy's to cut 7,000 jobs and slash dividend amid weak sales
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