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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1983
Page
6
A compact preview outlines upcoming state legislative actions for the page six feature. It highlights key battles, committee aims, projected votes, and notable sponsored bills shaping policy this session.
A Wellsville basketball standout has earned a spot on the Shrine All Stars, highlighting strong play this season. The selection recognizes high school talent from local leagues and honors regional contributions to the sport.
Irmogene Holloway, over 80, laments aged body limits while leading Kansas Advisory Council on Aging. Ruth Lyon, 66, chairs AARP state legislative committee as elder advocacy grows. Both highlight increased legislative activity, broader focus on non affluent seniors, and activists fueled by involvement.
Kansas to host a special Silverhaired Legislature at the statehouse October 11 through 13 funded by private donations and aging groups. Candidates must gather 50 eligible voters 60 or older for the April 26 ballot with one rep per county except Johnson Shawnee Wyandotte and Sedgwick districts.
Norm Park, director of the East Central Vocational Cooperative and a distributive education instructor, plans a March Israel pilgrimage with Baha i followers. He describes Mount Carmel’s 9 day spiritual itinerary, visits to Baha i shrines, and the tranquil solitude sought amid daily life’s toils. Also notes Baha i beliefs, calendar, and Iran persecution.
In Topeka Senate President Ross Doyen plans a 7 percent severance style tax on oil and gas possibly offset by current property taxes, while Gov Carlin pitches 7 percent plus a 4 percent gas liquids tax aiming for 173 million yearly. Hayden urges fast compromise as Doyen weighs royalty inclusion and tax structure amid GOP tensions.
Ottawa Recreation Commission and City Commission discussed a discount coupon booklet system for Forest Park Pool to replace season tickets. A 25 coupon book would cost adults 20 dollars and children 15, with each swim requiring a coupon. Existing single swims remain 75 cents for youths and 1 dollar for others, while season ticket rates would be dropped. The plan targets reduce loss from season tickets and prevent overuse by light users, though concerns about low income impact were raised. Continued to page 4.
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