County Public Works Facility Still in Early Design
Assistant county administrator Sarah Plinsky says the county has approved a contract with McCown Gordon Construction as pre construction and construction manager at risk. The project remains in early design with no construction schedule or deadline set. It will be built on county property beside the jail on SE 25th Street, with an estimated cost of 8 to 11 million funded by new general obligation bonds.
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ON THE RECORD Ey Theme Law Enforcement Report
There were no incidents to report Monday.
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Hospital Births Report No Births At Lawrence Memorial
Lawrence Memorial Hospital reported no births on Monday. The brief item notes a quiet day at the maternity unit with no deliveries recorded.
Tax talks grind on as House and Senate inch toward a deal
The Legislature stalls over taxes as the House backs a 5.7 percent sales tax in July and pursuing slower income tax cuts. Wagle predicts a House Senate compromise, while Democrats decry private talks. The 80th day marked a shortened 90 day session with lawmakers paid per diem and expenses.
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City considers security signs and metal detectors for buildings
City officials weigh the cost of posting no gun signs and installing metal detectors in city buildings under a new law. City Attorney Toni Wheeler estimates about 5000 per detector and at least 42000 yearly per officer, potentially more with benefits. Three buildings are prioritized City Hall Municipal Court and the Police Department center with more sites under review.
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Plan to let Senate confirm top Kansas courts in new reform
A revised judicial selection plan would amend the Kansas constitution to give the Senate a confirming role over governor appointments to the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. The proposal preserves the nominating commission but shifts the balance, increasing governor control on commission membership. The measure aims for 2014 ballot approval if the Bar Association backs it, with a push to pass in the final week of the session.
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District to adopt clearer sexuality education guidance
Sanborn said new state standards will give districts clear, consistent guidance on sexuality education, enabling professional development across all grades as part of a comprehensive school health program. The board aims to vote on a final updated curriculum by June.
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Governors Special on Public Innovative Districts in Kansas
Gov. Sam Brownback unveils a process to create public innovative districts that could opt out of most state laws for five year blocks while maintaining annual reading and math tests and certain health safety and education requirements. First districts approved by the governor and education leaders, later by a district board with sole approval power.
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Peter Hancock can be reached at 832-7259. Follow him at Twitter dot com slash LJWpghancock for updates and contact.
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