Weekend weather outlook for Independence Day forecast
Mostly sunny and cooler Friday with a high of 80 to 85. Fourth of July weekend expected to be fair with highs in the 80s.
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1992
Page
6
Mostly sunny and cooler Friday with a high of 80 to 85. Fourth of July weekend expected to be fair with highs in the 80s.
The June unemployment rate rose to 7.8 percent, the highest in over eight years, prompting the Federal Reserve to cut the discount rate to 3 percent. President Bush criticized the rise as bad news, while Democrats warned of a potential triple dip recession.
Onawa city faces belt tightening as the mayor and City Manager Warren push to avoid property tax increases. Preliminary 1993 valuations show mill value down from 31.888 million to 31.811 million, prompting deeper cuts by 10 department heads. The library levy may be reconsidered to stay under tax caps.
The Ottawa City Commission approved a property tax exemption for Havens Steel Company at 2001 Davis Road covering its 20,000 square foot plant expansion completed last year and related equipment. A city study projects $8 in community value for every $1 saved in taxes and Havens will pay $26,500 annually in lieu taxes for the 10 year period. The panel also approved water and sewer extensions and street improvements for the new industrial park and an ordinance to enforce weed control on property.
The Ottawa Jaycees unveil a slate of activities for their annual Chautauqua Days celebration at Forest Park. Organizers promote community events, including gatherings, entertainment, and local engagement opportunities for residents.
City staff delayed Wednesday night session after Commissioner Richard Jackson and City Manager Dave Warren clashed over ORC needs at Cox Field and ADA upgrades. Jackson alleged library and shelter improvements were ignored while Warren pressed for more data from ORC and considered resubmitting the grant with city funds if the state's denial allows. The exchange raised voices as both men vowed persistence, with Warren noting the library issue has been postponed yearly. Continued on page 3.
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