U.S. weighs pace of Iraq troop pullout this summer
U.S. officials say rising violence after Iraq's inconclusive elections may delay the first major wave of withdrawals. The plan to reduce forces from 92,000 to 50,000 by August faces risk if security deteriorates, keeping more troops longer to meet the 2011 end date. Air raids, blasts, and attacks complicate Odierno's goal of a swift, orderly exit.
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City approves new tax for private business projects
City commissioners are set to formally receive a request for a new 2 percent local tax district allowing public funds to cover private business expenses. State law approved in 2009 enables cities to create such districts, already adopted in Olathe, Hays, Salina, Wichita, and Shawnee, with financing via tax dollars rather than general obligation bonds.
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City approves oversized pedicabs in Lawrence with Mass Street ban
City commissioners approved an ordinance allowing 16 passenger pedal powered pedicabs with a speed cap and route limits. Pedicabs may not operate on Massachusetts Street or any road with speed limits above 30 mph. Luke Stone backs the plan while a federal grant decision could fund a lighted path downtown to KU, with initial 12th and 14th Street plans. Authorities will decide on a $174,000 federal transportation grant if awarded. Several EU students urged the project for pedestrian safety late at night.
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White House outlines plan to curb child obesity
The 124 page blueprint from the White House task force created by President Obama proposes 70 recommendations to reduce child obesity by 2030. It favors voluntary private sector steps first, with tougher actions like soda taxes or stricter food marketing rules pushed to future dates. First Lady Michelle Obama called the plan a solid roadmap while FTC Chairman Jon Leibowitz noted regulation as a last resort after other approaches.
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