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11.06.2009 - Governor designates United Way of the Plains to lead 2-1-1
To link Kansans to programs providing assistance, Governor Mark Parkinson has designated United Way of the Plains the lead entity for 2-1-1 services in Kansas.
11.05.2009 - Governor Parkinson lowers flags upon the passing of former Governor William H. Avery
Governor Mark Parkinson has directed flags across Kansas to fly at half-staff from now until sundown November 14 in recognition of the death of former Kansas Governor William H. Avery.
11.05.09 - Governor Parkinson’s statement on the Fort Hood Shooting
“As the tragic and shocking details continue to unravel in Texas, we are keeping everyone at Fort Hood and their families in our prayers. As Kansans well know, a Fort isn’t just a facility, it’s a community. I have directed the Kansas Adjutant General’s Department to make available any and every resource to Fort Hood that they may need. This is a striking reminder of the bravery and courage military men and women demonstrate on our behalf each and every day.”
11.05.2009 - Governor Parkinson comments on the Consensus Revenue Estimate
The following is a statement from Governor Mark Parkinson regarding the Consensus Revenue Estimate released today:
“Today, we confirmed that the state will take in less money in fiscal year 2010 than we had planned. As concerning as this news is, alarmists rarely make good decisions; therefore, we must maintain a calm and measured approach to balancing this budget within our existing means. These deficit numbers are challenging, but they are manageable.
