Inflation Could Push flood control costs higher in Scottsdale
Public hearing at Scottsdale High School examined Indian Bend Wash flood control, as Lt. Col. Jim Metalios of the U.S. Army Corps warned inflation could lift total costs and delay construction by years. State Rep. America Carvalho pressed for clarity on rising prices.
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Mac) Carvalho
District 28
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Paradise Valley Eyes Scottsdale Stadium Move
Town officials resist but consider Scottsdale’s plan to relocate McCormick Park stadium and rodeo grounds to a site west of Scottsdale Road. They question legality and zoning, and seek town approval via a special use permit while urging city plans before action.
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Indian Bend Road
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E. Robert Tribken
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Nixon weighs temporary refundable tax to fight inflation
President Nixon may ask Congress for a temporary refundable tax up to 10 percent as a tool against inflation. Arthur Burns and Melvin Laird indicate a second option, a 4 to 15 percent variable tax credit, is also under consideration. No decision yet. studies ordered with a year end timing uncertain.
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White House
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Arthur F. Burns
Federal Reserve Board
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City adopts subcompact sedans to cut fuel use
Scottsdale will buy subcompact sedans and light duty pickups to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Police aides will use six compact sedans while officers keep larger cruisers. Light pickups will replace heavier units where possible though some large pickups remain needed for tough work. They expect up to 20 percent saving on purchase cost and 15 to 20 percent on fuel. More pickups will follow though maintenance costs may rise and spares may be needed during repairs.
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Chad Cowley
Cowley
Price controls to continue as inflation debate lingers
Dr. Kenneth Fedor of the Cost Of Living Council told 300 wholesale grocers that price controls will persist with no target end date. He described decontrols as a gradual aim, while grocers were urged to balance restraint with flexibility and possible increases. Weather forecast notes sunny, warm and humid conditions with highs near 103.
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Scottsdale hearing expected longer than national average
Ralph E. Voice Jr. of Wilsey and Ham said airport environmental hearings usually last about two hours nationwide. City Councilman Herb Drinkwater predicted the Scottsdale hearing will last at least four hours.
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Wilsey and Ham
Herb Drinkwater
Scottsdale
Richard Campana
Ralph &. Voice Jr
Wilsey and
Ham
Council
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Scottsdale Road
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Federal Aviation Administration
Tims
Drinkwater
Schools resume field trips after diesel fuel pledge
Scottsdale School District ends its bus field trip moratorium after a verbal agreement with Union Oil to supply 2,000 gallons of diesel each Friday. District official Bill Pedersen notes the commitment could change and cites tightened diesel use by businesses. About 90 percent of district riders use diesel buses. the moratorium began when school opened September 4.
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City to hold Airport Master Plan hearing for citizen input
City officials invite residents to City Hall on October 16 at 8 p.m. to discuss the Airport Municipal Master Plan. The draft notes 150000 annual takeoffs and landings, no expansion, and possible land purchases with FAA funding.
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