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News Bond Elections for November
Wendell School District
The Wendell School District is hoping that the “third time is a charm” in their effort to pass a bond election. Although their last try was just two months ago, supporters are encouraged that as more people become aware of the needs of the school district, more people are voting in favor of the bond proposal. The high school building, and in particular the gymnasium, are in need of major repair. The biggest concern is leaking roofs that are causing interior damage. While some of that damage is cosmetic, if left unchecked, it will cause long term structural problems. There are two questions on the November Ballot for residents of School District 232: a ten year plant fa-
cilities levy in the amount of $250,000 per year; and General Obligation Bond in the amount of $1.5 million. The estimated cost to taxpayers is a property tax increase of $65.67 for a $100k primary home. As a reminder, the “Circuit Breaker” or “Property Tax Reduction” program may qualify some senior citizens, widow(er)s, orphaned children, disabled individuals, and certain veterans, for exemption from property taxes. ~~~
City of Hagerman
In May the EPA notified the City of Hagerman that discharge from the wastewater system into the Snake River was exceeding the standards, putting the city in violation of the Clean Water Act. This is not an immediate health risk, but it
is a warning that the wastewater system is reaching its maximum capacity. The city could just do nothing and hope that no further violations take place, but that would likely mean a moratorium on new development. The other choice is to ask the citizens of Hagerman to approve a Revenue Bond. On November 4th, voters in Hagerman will be asked to approve a $10 million Revenue Bond for the purpose of making improvements to the city’s wastewater collection and treatment facilities. The current sewer rate in Hagerman is $26 per month. If and when the improvements are complete, the estimated monthly sewer rate will be $75 to $100 per month depending on grant monies and other variable costs.
Republican Bus Tour
Republican candidates for this year’s election stopped in Fairfield on Monday and spoke with Camas County students. Several of the students will be voting for the first time and this was a great opportunity to be involved in the process of choosing who will run our state for the next few years. More bus stops page 7...
October 22
,2014
Volume 38 ~ Number 43 News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
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Fight the Flu!
TWIN FALLS – With the recent flu-related deaths in Idaho, South Central Public Health District (SCPHD) wants to remind the public the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu. SCPHD is prepared with seasonal influenza vaccine for kids, adults, and seniors. Flu clinics for the public have already started at SCPHD offices in Twin Falls, Burley, Rupert, Bellevue, Jerome, and Gooding. Injectable vaccines will cost $31, and the FluMist nasal spray will cost $37 for adults. A high-dose flu shot for a more robust immune response is available this year for people older than 64 and costs $43. SCPHD will bill Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance. SCPHD has been hosting flu clinics in several Senior continued on page 7.....
Camas County
HEALTH FAIR Saturday October 25th page 2...