Franklin County plans building code to curb sprawl
Don Slone the county planning director proposes a basic building code for all non agriculture buildings in Franklin County and requires county issued permits. The plan aims to curb urban sprawl from Kansas City and strengthen zoning enforcement with 60 day correction windows and penalties for violations. Slone will present to the planning commission in August before seeking county commission approval.
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Reader Forum submissions sought with signatures in Ottawa Herald
Readers may send letters to the Reader Forum at The Ottawa Herald, 104 S. Cedar, Ottawa KS 66067. Include full signature, address, and telephone. letters may be edited for space.
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Oxygen bars and other risky business ideas
Columnist Vickie Hull envisions niche ventures from recreational oxygen bars to back rub stores and a spanking shop, imagining a combined OxyRub Spank concept. She notes trends in Los Angeles and San Francisco, jokes about Kansas adopting these ideas, and muses on profits amid a satirical look at evolving adult amusements.
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Senate Keeps Five Year Congressional Pay Freeze
The Senate backed continuing the five year congressional pay freeze amid tight budgets. Critics say it hinders attracting capable leaders, though legislators earn 133600 annually with many travel costs covered by campaigns and interests. The stance urges belt tightening and steady salaries.
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Ottawa Citizens Watch thanks supporters for fund drive project
Reader Forum notes gratitude to The Gutrenters ATI Duke management Ottawa police volunteers and local businesses for space and donations. The group patrols areas of Ottawa reporting suspicious activity and assists with traffic control, planning to buy equipment with fair funds.
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Ottawa school board and teachers union negotiate contract
The Ottawa Board of Education states it will negotiate at the bargaining table while the teachers union has turned to local media. The district pledges continued focus on student learning and quality education, regardless of when agreement is reached. Officials named: Marlin Kimball Cal Lantis Jeanette Lowry Jack Maxwell Marcia Mitchell Sam Sheldon Cheryl Sylvester.
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Ottawa Board of Education
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My Town Ottawa Flowers Shine on Main Street
Twilla Eisele writes from Wellsville praising Ottawa’s Main Street for its colorful flowers decorating every corner. The note expresses pride in the town and thanks the community for its attractive appearance.
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