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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 2010
Page
1
Lawrence budget options aim to close a 5 million deficit but total cuts reach about 2.5 million. Administration losses, library.restructuring, nurse reductions, special education tweaks, and after school program cuts show the plan only halves the needed gap, with board urged to find further savings.
Health officials in Topeka outlined a plan to reduce Kansas infant mortality, 20 percent above the national rate. The Blue Ribbon panel recommends expanded data collection, more public awareness, and improved access to early prenatal care, noting high risk for black infants and early deaths within 28 days.
Advocates say House Bill 2642 would roll back local anti smoking rules including Lawrence, allowing smoking in ventilated venues and forcing communities to align with a statewide ban. Critics call it the tobacco industry driven bill. Senate already approved a statewide ban and Gov Parkinson hopes to sign it. House has not passed the latest measure.
Kansas House Speaker Mike O'Neal, a Republican from Hutchinson, leads a lawsuit against the state over an appropriations bill that swept unused fees. Gov. Mark Parkinson criticizes the move as the state faces a financial crisis while key groups like the Kansas Association of Realtors and the Kansas Bankers Association are plaintiffs in the case.
Lawrence dealer sorting through recall logistics as U S Transportation Secretary LaHood urges owners to visit a Toyota dealer for fixes. The 2.3 million vehicle recall targets sticking accelerator pedals with dealers awaiting repair kits and Toyota guidance. Committees and dealer payments are part of the effort to restore customer trust.
Beginning this Friday shoppers in two Lawrence districts will pay higher sales tax on purchases of food and goods, raising costs for residents and visitors. The move affects local commerce and could impact consumer prices across retail outlets in those zones.
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