Gaston County to build new courthouse amid cost concerns
County officials push ahead with a $38 million courthouse project aimed at easing courtroom shortages. District Court Judge Harley Gaston notes anticipation for a timely opening while cautioning about potential delays. Officials expect September design completion with bids awarded then, and construction to run about two years. Taxpayers face a 5 cent property tax increase starting 1996 97 to fund bonds sold this November.
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Budget clash as Republicans push seven year deficit plan
Republicans press seven year balanced budget plans cutting Medicare and Medicaid with tax cuts up to 350 billion. House Senate negotiators seek end of month compromise but Clinton veto power clouds any quick accord. Gingrich calls a 10 year deficit plan a non starter.
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