Survey pinpoints voter preferences for parcel tax

Survey pinpoints voter preferences for parcel tax
The special election scheduled for June 7 will be mail-in only. Photo by: Free Lance file photo How do you believe local school officials decided $ 96 is the best amount for a proposed parcel tax on June’s ballot? A. It’s just under $ 100 and sounds better than, say, $ 115. B. It’s a bigger gamble than a smaller tax, but low turnout in June should ensure its passage. C. Polling shows slightly more …
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Through technology, disabled veterans reconnect to the world
David W. Jauch lost his ability to speak after he suffered a stroke 28 years ago, but the Talker gave him a voice. Now researchers at the University at Buffalo and a local high-tech firm hope that an improved version of this computer program can help disabled veterans reconnect to the world.
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