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Sound Off 2007

Sound Off for June 2007

Saturday, June 30

What is the schedule for rebuilding U.S. Highway 59 between Ottawa and Lawrence? I thought it was supposed to start this year but I don't see any evidence of it being started yet.

Friday, June 29

I've seen some articles recently about all the places that sell fireworks but only a single sentence about the ban on fireworks in the city of Lawrence. Are any kinds of fireworks legal to use inside the city limits?

Thursday, June 28

Is there a new law on the state books that requires drivers to use their headlights when they use their windshield wipers? If there is, it needs to be more widely publicized.

Wednesday, June 27

Is there any update on when the Federal Highway Administration will decide whether to issue the necessary permits for the state to build the South Lawrence Trafficway through the Baker Wetlands?

Tuesday, June 26

I was reading in the paper here that Baldwin City school district received a 100 percent in their spending efficiency. And I was wondering, Eudora district is getting ready to spend another $45 million on new schools and construction. What was their spending efficiency?

Monday, June 25

I see that Kansas University is playing host to more than 1,000 high school students on Tuesday for some student council conference. Can you tell me more about this?

Sunday, June 24

Now that MV Transportation has taken over the Kansas University bus route, will there be any plans to increase its facility? It doesn't seem like it is big enough to handle the increased bus load.

Saturday, June 23

What does a homeowner do when a neighbor lets brush grow up around his windows and all over his backyard? The Neighborhood Resources said there is nothing they can do. What do I do and where can I turn to find help?

Friday, June 22

Could you tell me why so many accident victims are shuttled by ambulance or air when sometimes the accident takes place in close proximity to Lawrence Memorial Hospital?

Thursday, June 21

Why were the school crossing lights flashing Tuesday in front of St. John's School on Kentucky Street when school was out of session?

Wednesday, June 20

When are they going to mow the area of Naismith Valley Park? They used to keep it mowed and trimmed back. I believe it's a safety issue for pedestrians, joggers and children going through there.

Tuesday, June 19

Where can people take hazardous waste products such as computers and old monitors? Does the city have a place to dispose of them?

Monday, June 18

I'm interested in knowing more about the old red building bricks that have "Lawrence, Kan." written on them. I'd like to know when and where they were made and also if there is any value to them as collector items?

Sunday, June 17

What is the address where a person can write to Fox TV about their program "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?"

Saturday, June 16

I am fairly new to Lawrence and "not getting" the symbol on fire and EMT trucks. I know the white cross part, but not the left-hand gray side.

Friday, June 15

Lew Perkins, Bill Self and Mark Mangino are the highest-paid members of Kansas University's athletic department. Which one owns the most expensive house?

Thursday, June 14

A patch of street near the BP gas station at 3020 Iowa is filled with terrible potholes. Who owns this street, and when will the holes be fixed?

Wednesday, June 13

I work in Lawrence, but I don't live here. Can I still get a library card?

Tuesday, June 12

I have been reading or seeing the term Barclay College in Haviland; that is close to Greensburg. I was interested to know what Barclay College is. Is there a place that we could send money directly to the Greensburg school system for them to buy educational materials for their school when it starts this fall?

Monday, June 11

I saw one of the options the PLAY group was studying was adding artificial turf and other improvements to Haskell Stadium. If those improvements were made, could the stadium be used for football and soccer games?

Sunday, June 10

Is there any restriction on the time in the morning when construction crews can begin work?

Saturday, June 9

How many students are served by Bert Nash's WRAP program?

Friday, June 8

Could you tell me what the tower is that is being built on Bob Billings Parkway west of Kasold Drive behind the church?

Thursday, June 7

When will the city and Aquila accept Internet bank fund transfers like Sunflower and Westar do for online bill payment?

Wednesday, June 6

Why were flags flying at half-staff Tuesday?

Tuesday, June 5

What can you tell me about a small cemetery located on land called Adams Campus and it is owned by the Kansas University Endowment Association?

Monday, June 4

I am curious why there is no YMCA in Lawrence. With everyone wanting more recreation facilities it seems odd there is not one here. They are usually very affordable and nice facilities.

Sunday, June 3

Who represents the larger population, Rep. Dennis Moore or Rep. Nancy Boyda?

Saturday, June 2

When we pay for a gallon of gas, where is our money going?

Friday, June 1

How long has the present city manager been with the city as an employee and what were his previous duties and responsibilities?

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