Public power tax bill seeks 28 million for schools
A bill to tax gross revenues of 26 California government owned electric districts at 14 percent passed the Assembly Ways and Means Committee en route to broader House consideration. The measure would raise 28 million dollars in its first year for local school districts and the state School fund, with Los Angeles receiving about 13 million. Opponents call it an attack on government electricity. supporters say it merely equalizes tax burdens.
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Army troops arrest Colombian dictator as mobs protest
In Bogota Colombian Army troops surrounded the home of former dictator Gustavo Rojas Pinilla placing him under unofficial house arrest as rioters looted and clashed with forces. The government imposed a state of siege after rioting surged following the election defeat of Misael Pastrana Borrero.
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Johnson rejects Vietnamization plan cost and negotiations cited
Defense Secretary Laird and General Wheeler testified that a Johnson era plan similar to Nixon's Vietnamization was proposed by the Joint Chiefs but rejected as too costly and possible diplomacy with the Communists. The timing pointed to 1967 or 1968 during a closed House hearing.
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Lompoc Council weighs expanded summer playground program
The Lompoc City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission meet to discuss a proposed Summer playground program costing 6 760 dollars up from 3 094 last year with plans to add five parks and hire more staff.
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New City Council delays vote to select mayor
Lompoc council delays mayor election with three new members voting to postpone until the next regular meeting. City business left Art Scott absent in Sacramento and a crowded chamber urged action amid first time cable coverage.
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Murder charge for S M youth
Santa Maria police say 16 year old Joe Villapania admitted the slaying of rancher Larry Laroa who had been missing since April 12. Detectives led to the victim's grave Tuesday after Villapania was taken into custody Monday on a charge of lack of parental control.
Earth Day programs active in Lompoc Valley schools
In a valley wide observance, Cabrillo and Lompoc High staged rallies and film showings to stress environmental quality. Fifth graders collected roadside trash under supervision while students biked or skated between Vandenberg AFB and Cabrillo High. Allan Hancock College hosted a weeklong anti pollution effort.
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Open Houses Continue at Lompoc Schools Tonight
A standing room only crowd filled a City Council meeting last night as residents voiced concerns. Weather outlook shows fair afternoons through Thursday with 60s highs and 30s to 40s at night. winds NW 12 to 25 mph.
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