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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 2009
Page
3
An editorial argues that a tangled Lawrence planning system raises costs and delays for small projects. It cites a bathroom remodel requiring a downstream sewer analysis costing up to 2500 dollars and a 900 day timeframe for a new site plan, urging city commissioners to implement clear, practical reforms to protect public safety and foster development.
A Washington column critiques the FDA tobacco regulation bill, noting its pledge to restrict advertising while protecting powerful interests. It traces taxes, settlements, and demographic impacts, arguing that policy remains contradictory yet results in a public health trend of more prudent behavior, despite ongoing smoking deaths.
In Douglas County Democratic primary action, city prosecutor Mike Glover defeated incumbent Jerry Harper who claimed Glover lacked sufficient practice experience. A special state board ruled on the eligibility dispute, concluding the contest. Archie Campbell, Lawrence boy, rescued Mrs. Dick Bateson from a well near 311 Mississippi, entering the well and pipe to hold her until neighbors and a boy could rescue them.
Barbara Haile from Lawrence thanks readers for a June front page story about a family receiving a morale booster and urges community service. She urges the younger generation to value hometown service and community betterment, blessing those involved.
A Public Forum letter critiques trust in Congress and the executive on health care policy, notes cost concerns and a need for alternatives, and a separate reader argues for preserving PayRide school bus funding in Lawrence citing budget cuts and environmental goals. Adam Vieux signs the second letter.
The June 17 column by Mike Hoeflich questions a health plan for the uninsured. It argues against large scale government projects since World War II, warns against expanded government access to personal data due to abuse risks, and says costs could make the $1 trillion deficit appear favorable. The columnist also notes personal concerns about the proposal.
A Lawrence resident criticizes the public school district for ending the PayRide program for the 2009 2010 year. The program previously allowed families within a 2.5 mile radius to have children bused to and from school. The letter urges reconsideration of the district policy change.
The Journal World invites public forum letters under 250 words. Submissions should be for public interest and avoid libelous language. The paper may edit content without altering viewpoints and requires name address and telephone number with submissions by mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or by email to letters@journalworld.com.
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