Group criticizes Koch brothers in Kansas letter at Statehouse
Patriot Majority USA toured into Kansas denouncing Gov Brownback tax cuts and Brownback policies tied to the Koch brothers. Koch Industries spokeswoman called the group a union front while reiterating support for economic freedom and growth, noting their 23-state bus tour.
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Local candidate forum set for Monday at Douglas County
A seven race candidate forum will be held Monday at the Douglas County Court house 11th and Massachusetts streets. The free event starts at 6 30 p m in the County Commission chambers and will be broadcast live on Knology channel 6. Moderated by Ann Gardner and Cory Smith, the forum includes advance questions and audience input with 30 minutes per race and schedules for State Board of Education Douglas County Commission Kansas Senate and House districts.
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Lawrence City Commission Agenda Highlights and Topics
The Lawrence city commission meets at 6 35 p m Tuesday at City Hall to discuss meeting documents online at lawrenceks org. Agenda highlights include adoption of measures and the city to buy a new quint fire truck.
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City to buy $972,525 Pierce quint fire engine
City commissioners consider approving a 972 525 purchase of a new quint fire engine from Pierce Manufacturing to replace a 1994 unit with nearly 69 000 miles and over 10 000 hours of service. Maintenance notes major structural rust has at times blocked cab door operation.
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City Debates 722525 Bond Proposal for Infrastructure Purchase
City staff recommend issuing 722525 dollars in new general obligation bonds to fund most of the purchase with the remainder covered by the 2008 infrastructure sales tax approved by voters. The plan hinges on voter-approved debt and the tax revenue to cover the bulk of the cost.
Lawrence City Commission approves consent and bids items
City approves amended Sept. 18 minutes, receives vari ous board minutes, approves claims and licenses, and backs mayor recommended appointments. Bids set for Nov. 6 Weatherization at 29 addresses. 2013 printing bid to Printing Solutions up to 29000. Emergency sewer repairs near Presto Pantry on 23rd St for 135000. Bartlett West PE for Fifth and Maple pump station at 40740. Sole source purchase Velocity PUC Quint from Pierce for 972525. General obligation bonds 722525, remaining from infrastructure sales tax. Ordinance banning aerial luminaires on first reading. Condemnation for temporary construction easements at 1235 Iowa and 1301 Iowa. Final plat dedication for Lawrence Recycle Center at 1783 E 1450 Rd. Traffic Safety Commission denials on speed humps and mid block crosswalks. several no parking ordinances on Dakota, Delaware, New Hampshire streets. Airport Pavement Maintenance statements qualification request. License agreement for 1040 Vermont LLC planters. City manager report. Regular agenda includes wholesale water agreement with Baldwin City.
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