Fairness of Mortgage Tax Repeal in Kansas
Editorial argues repeal of the Kansas mortgage tax should not proceed without a plan to replace lost county revenue. It notes the tax raises about 1.8 million in Douglas County and would require a roughly 2 mill property tax increase, disproportionately burdening homeowners. Proposes cash deed registration fees as an alternative to preserve revenue.
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Gates envisions end to poverty by 2035 at Davos talk
Bill Gates forecast that almost all low income countries will exit the World Bank category by 2035, saying the world is improving and will be better in two decades. Opposing view from Oxfam highlights huge wealth disparities, noting 85 richest people own as much as bottom half.
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Individualizing aid to lift the poor with technology
Andres Oppenheimer reviews Marcelo Giugale's view that extreme poverty may end by 2030, yet most people will remain near the line. Biometric tech enables targeted policies, shifting subsidies to those in need while avoiding universal programs. The World Bank expert urges using data to tailor aid, noting progress from 43 to about 20 percent in extreme poverty since 1990.
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Levee Park Dog Rules Applauded and Chided in Letter
A North Lawrence resident urges dog walkers on the Kansas River levee to leash dogs and clean up waste. The letter stresses bags left on the levee do not fulfill the ordinance and thanks law-abiding residents. Ted Boyle, president of the North Lawrence Improvement Association, signs the note.
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Landlord Questions City Rental Inspection Plan
Lawrence landlord George Lauppe raises concerns about a proposed city rental inspection program. He asks why all rentals require inspection, how tenants will be informed, and whether tenants must contact landlords first. He seeks clear notice formats, language accessibility, and a less sweeping approach, plus timing for answers from the Journal-World Public Forum.
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Lawrence plans riverfront factory outlet study session
Lawrence City Commission and the Chelsea Group, developer of a planned riverfront center, scheduled a study session this week to discuss design plans after earlier criticism of a facade and promenade design. Al len Fieldhouse work may begin as early as May 1974, pending drawings and Kansas Board of Regents approval. included are resurfacing of the basketball court and track areas.
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