Ottawa to vote on 2.1 million recreation center
The April 1 ballot presents a 2.1 million plan for a new recreation center in Forest Park Ottawa offering an elevated walking track racquetball court double gym cardiovascular studio and teen center with no new taxes or fees. The project funded by 20 year general obligation bonds relies on user fees and school district support to ensure ongoing payments.
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Editorial: Kansas tax definitions and fuel fund raid
The Wichita Eagle argues Kansas lawmakers will debate what counts as a tax increase as Gov. Kathleen Sebelius proposes raiding the underground storage-tank trust fund to cover a budget shortfall. The move would trigger a penny-a-gallon gasoline tax when the fund falls below encumbered expenditures, pending future cleanup costs.
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Guest Editorials Offer Readers A Variety Of Opinions
Editorial note explains that guest pieces provide diverse viewpoints and that opinions expressed are not necessarily The Herald's or its editor's, signaling a moderated diversity of voices within the paper.
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Contact list of Kansas and federal lawmakers in Topeka and Washington
A mixed list of addresses and phone numbers for U.S. senators Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback, U.S. representative Jim Ryan, and Kansas officials including Governor Kathleen Sebelius, State Sen Robert Tyson, and several State Reps such as Yom Holland Bill Feuerbom Joe Humerickhouss and Stanley Dreher. The directory locates offices in Washington DC and Topeka with contact details and web sites.
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Stanley Dreher
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Kansas to Cancel Presidential Primary Move August Date
Kansas Senate passed a bill to cancel next year’s presidential preference primary to save about 1.75 million dollars. The move shifts the primary to the first Tuesday after the fourth Monday in August to boost turnout among moderates and spark Democratic support, while Republicans fear a weak Bush showing and party seating at the national convention. martin hawver hawver’s capitol report.
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Capitol Report
Youth In Government Brings Ottawa Students Into City Affairs
The youth of Ottawa benefit from two programs that engage students in community issues and voicing their views. Youth in Government lets students learn about and participate in city government by attending city commission meetings and contributing to local issues.
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Youth Leadership Camp Plans For Ottawa Youth
Youth Action Council and Youth in Government announce a leadership camp for seventh and eighth graders at Timberlake campgrounds from May 29 to 31. The event aims to teach basic leadership skills in a structured, enjoyable setting, funded by a scratch book fundraising drive. Community donations to ECKAN care of Angela Schreffler are welcomed to support Ottawa youths.
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Ottawa
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USD 290 School Board
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Ottawa Volunteer Center
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