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Sound Off 2001

Sound Off for April 2001

Monday, April 30

For the Baldwin Creek sewer district, why aren't they taking any bids for the job?

Sunday, April 29

My son is starting sixth grade next year. Is there a football camp for boys that age?

Saturday, April 28

Why is it a good idea for KU to spend $4.6 million on the Dole center, but they can't afford to spend money on sports?

Friday, April 27

When is the bridge on East 800 Road that goes over the turnpike going to reopen?

Thursday, April 26

What are the dates of this year's Red Dog Days?

Wednesday, April 25

What is the criteria for issuing a burn permit? And if neighborhood property is damaged from the burning, who is responsible?

Tuesday, April 24

Is there a number I can call to track down my refund check from the IRS?

Monday, April 23

On the Heinz ketchup bottle, it says 57 varieties. What does that mean, 57 varieties of what?

Sunday, April 22

Why doesn't the city or county do something to decrease the risk of accidents at Kansas Highway 10 and the East Hills Business Park entrance? It's very dangerous.

Saturday, April 21

A bus driver told me that the police refuse to come out and ticket vehicles that are parked in the downtown bus stop spots. The driver tells me that the police say that by the time they were to get to the stop, the vehicle would be gone. Is this true?

Friday, April 20

Could you outline significant dates in the 2001-2002 calendar for Lawrence public schools?

Thursday, April 19

Has Lawrence ever had a drag strip and, if so, when?

Wednesday, April 18

In a recent article about the Lawrence school district, officials stated their goals. Nothing was mentioned about safety or security. Why? Is Lawrence that safe, or are we just looking the other way?

Tuesday, April 17

I heard the recent option of going south of Wakarusa for the South Lawrence Trafficway is being rejected because the land there is owned by two high-ranking judges in Kansas. Is there any truth to that?

Monday, April 16

Is the Empire State Building still the tallest building in the world?

Sunday, April 15

I've called in to the tips hotline at the Lawrence Police Department and I never get to talk to anybody. I want my $100. I have given them exact locations where to find people they are looking for. They never do anything about that. How do I collect my reward?

Saturday, April 14

I know you can't carry a concealed weapon in Lawrence, but what about unconcealed weapons, like a gun or a knife in a holster, is that illegal?

Friday, April 13

Why isn't Baldwin responsible for providing off-street parking for its city employees?

Thursday, April 12

I was shocked to find out school will start earlier in fall. With costs increasing in the school budget, why not decrease the number of school days by increasing the length of the school days to increase efficiency, with cooling and staffing, maybe by 30 minutes?

Wednesday, April 11

Does the city require head gear at the skate park at Centennial Park?

Tuesday, April 10

When will the name of the new Prairie Park School principal be announced?

Monday, April 9

How can I legally change my name in Douglas County?

Sunday, April 8

What is the city's policy on nepotism?

Saturday, April 7

I'm driving on Kentucky, when I get to St. John's church, and about 50 feet before the school, it says "end of school zone." Shouldn't this be the start of the school zone?

Friday, April 6

I am a holder of a Kansas handicapped parking card. Is this good in other states I am visiting as a traveler?

Thursday, April 5

Is the city going to look into building another aquatic center in the south or west part of Lawrence? The one they have now is just too busy.

Wednesday, April 4

Why did the school board have the district pay for James Hilliard to attend a conference in California when he only has a couple months left in office? Why didn't they allow all the members to attend, instead of just a few?

Tuesday, April 3

Can you tell me the last year Kansas University's men's basketball team had a losing record at home?

Monday, April 2

East Eighth Street is the worst road in Lawrence. Is the city going to do anything about that?

Sunday, April 1

I keep seeing cars with license plate holders that cover up the name of the state. Are these legal?

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