Editorial: Arbitrary floodplain plan risks fair burden in Lawrence
The Lawrence planning commission weighs a floodplain overlay expanding FEMA maps by two feet. Critics say it would depress property values and force flood insurance, while supporters push a name change. A case by case approach or own hydrological study could better target problem areas without unfairly penalizing property owners.
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Lawrence-Douglas County
East Hill
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FEMA
Budget control urged amid public distrust and tax cuts
Washington must regain fiscal discipline as Robert Rubin warns that a return to the 1990s surplus is gone. The piece argues for restoring a sound budget, addressing a $165 billion deficit, and reining in the 1.7 trillion tax cut while reflecting on political brinkmanship by Republicans and Democrats.
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Robert Rubin
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Tom Daschle
Dick Gephardt
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David Broder
Washington Post Writers Group
Stay-at-home parenting not affordable for many families
Lawrence reader Vicki Penner argues in response to a July letter that while simple living and strong family bonds help children, staying home to care for kids is not financially viable for many American families. She cites 67 percent of married fathers with employed partners and 55 percent of working mothers contributing most family earnings, plus many 0 to 17 month old child care referrals, urging continued support for quality early learning both at home and outside.
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Rich Minder
Douglas County
Vicki Penner
Lawrence
Public Forum on animal harm versus human harm debate
Readers discuss whether penalties for harming animals should mirror human crimes. One letter argues equal punishment outcome, while others do not challenge that stance. The Journal-World invites public letters with conditions on length, name, address, and contact details.
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Lawrence
Richard Smith
Journal-World
Lawrence police program to improve crime analysis starts Aug 1
A 1977 plan to boost the Lawrence Police Department crime analysis, aided by an 88,271 grant, is set to launch August 1. Also, the Kansas University Endowment Association reports total assets at 56,096,204 for the year ending June 30, a 9.75 percent rise from the prior year. The Kaw River feasibility study for navigation is deemed highly impractical by engineer Fred Brown.
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Kaw River
Kansas City
Topeka
Fred Brown
Bowersock Mill
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