Ottawa City Commission Race Debates Incumbents and Challengers
The Ottawa commission races feature three incumbents seeking re election Charles Gillette Matt Matthews and Gene Ramsey with Joan Tyson not seeking another term Richard Jackson a former member and mayor returns among eight candidates including Max Attebery Rex Daniels Raquel Fleer and Mark Worley Fleer stands out for civic drive but elders are favored for stable policy The panel notes the commission has kept property taxes in check supported street paving and downtown revitalization while pursuing pro growth and better utilities expansion in the I 35 belt area and K 68 corridor for development The article also highlights Jackson as a potential returnee to tackle housing shortages and youth programs.
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Kansas amendment eyed to extend tax abatements to oil and gas sites
Voters face a ballot question on amending the Kansas Constitution to let cities and counties grant phase in real property tax abatements for future oil and gas development. The measure, approved by the Legislature and governor, would not apply retroactively and aims to correct an earlier exclusion.
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Graves Portrait in Flux Shapes Kansas Policy Clash
As the 1999 Kansas Legislature nears end, Gov. Bill Graves faces stalled plans on higher education restructuring and a large highway program. Critics say his leadership is lacking, with committees studying issues while he defers to legislators. His past charm masks questions about conviction and bold policy risk. A sharper, more decisive image may surface.
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Blossoms of Hope 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney Sparks Fundraiser
The Franklin County Cancer Foundation, Inc. hosted a community 3-on-3 basketball event at Ottawa High School on March 27 raising over 2330 dollars. Teams from nearby areas and Kansas City participated. volunteers and officials supported the day as the Special Projects Committee credited its members for planning and execution.
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Misguided missiles and the Kosovo dilemma satire
Don Kaul weighs bombing Kosovo versus a ground invasion with libertine humor. He questions moral clarity, cites Clinton era decisions, and notes liberal and conservative debates while mocking the long Kosovo memory and Soviet remnants. Readers are invited to email or write for responses.
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