Ledbetter speaks on equal pay at KU lecture
Advocate Lilly Ledbetter recalls her 19 year Goodyear battle after discovering a 40 percent pay gap. She credits the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Restoration Act, signed by President Obama, and urges ongoing awareness. The Jana Mackey Distinguished Lecture Series event drew a diverse audience and raised women's rights awareness.
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District policies on student transfers and district bonds
The board discussed district enrollment policies allowing elementary transfers and noted ASP estimates reflect residence rather than attendance. It authorized refinancing up to 10 million in 2006 general obligation bonds to cut interest costs, saving about 1 to 1.4 million. A contract with RSP and Associates for enrollment projections was approved with a 15 000 base and up to 25 500 with add ons. Purchases of consumable Math Expressions for K 5 were authorized. Education reporter Peter Hancock can be reached at 832 7259.
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Hays Middle School to Add Storm Shelter Classrooms
Education officials move ahead on an eight classroom addition at Hays Middle School that will also function as a storm shelter. Construction could start in April after FEMA plan extensions. project cost about 2.7 million with the district paying 1.4 million.
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Retail development eyed for Gas Light site near Home Depot
Town Talk notes that multiple sources believe retail development is under serious consideration for the Gas Light site east of Home Depot, with Menards as a possible lead but not confirmed. The site zoning favors medium-density apartments, and past opposition to retail may influence City Hall decisions before April elections. The piece also covers public art plans for the Lawrence Public Library expansion and a shelter jobs program via Berry Plastics.
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