No subject

been drawn in the sand for the Hale by-election.

The four main parties have announced their candidates for the
by-election on February 7 and a hotly-contested battle can be expected
in the split ward which is represented by one Labour and one
Conservative councillor.

The winner will replace former Labour councillor Ruth Nyman in the ward
which takes in parts of Edgware and Mill Hill. She stood down after a
conflict of interest arose between her political work and career....

...David Williams a former Labour councillor for Colindale will
represent the Green Party. Mr Williams 55 of Lichfield Grove Finchley
wants to prioritize the environment and promises his ambitions do not
extend beyond being a good ward councillor.

"The Conservatives and Labour councillors want to advance their careers.
Whereas the Greens want to help the community he said....

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23) The Bulletin's Frontrunner; January 13, 2004

WASHINGTON D.C.: GREEN PARTY TO HOLD NOMINATING CONVENTION IN JUNE.

The AP (1/13, Wolfe) reports, "The Green Party will hold its annual
nominating convention in Milwaukee from June 23-28." Green Party
official Lynne Serpe said, "We're not only opposed to what President
Bush stands for -- we oppose what this entire political system stands
for. We're here to join Democrats and Republicans on the political stage
and to replace them in public office." The AP adds, "The party's 2000
nominee, Ralph Nader, has decided against running on the Green Party
ticket this year."

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24) Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Wisconsin); January 13, 2004

WISCONSIN: GREEN PARTY CONVENTION IN MILWAUKEE IN JUNE

Washington -- The Green Party said Monday that it would hold its annual
nominating convention in Milwaukee from June 23 to 28.

The party announced the location last year but didn't finalize the dates
until Monday.

The convention will be held at the Midwest Airlines Center, Milwaukee
Theatre and the Milwaukee Hyatt Regency.

Four candidates have said they will run in the party's presidential
primaries: David Cobb and Kent Mesplay of California, and Paul Glover
and Lorna Salzman of New York.

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25) Agence France Presse; January 12, 2004

GERMANY: GERMANY DRAFTING LAW TO REGULATE GENETICALLY MODIFIED CROPS

 BERLIN--Germany is drawing up a law to regulate cultivation of
bio-engineered crops, Consumer Minister Renate Kuenast said Monday,
admitting that the controversial technology was here to stay.

Kuenast, a member of the pro-enviromentalist Greens party, said the
government saw no consumer health risks in genetically modified (GM)
foods.

"With or without a law, bio-technology is on the market," she told a
press conference.

The law would effectively put into action existing EU directives on
exactly what can be grown, where and under what conditions, and on
labelling.

Germany, where the pro-environmentalist Greens are a part of the
governing coalition, has long been seen as among the countries most
sceptical about the technology.

Kuenast said the law would set clear rules and responsibilities on
growing bio-crops and offer protection to those farmers whose non-GM
produce might be affected by accidental contamination.

Clear labelling would also increase consumer choice by informing them
about exactly what they were buying.

She said the bill, to be approved by the cabinet in February, was "a
great success for consumers and farmers" after months of negotiations.

Kuenast said ground rules were needed for the cultivation of GM crops in
Germany because of the growing use of bio-technology worldwide. She
warned of a danger of "creeping infiltration" of such foodstuffs into
the country without any labelling if no action is taken.

The law stipulates that farmers growing GM crops must protect
neighbouring farmers growing non-GM produce, such as by erecting hedge
barriers to prevent cross-pollination.

Compensation would be paid in case of accidental contamination.

Local registers would list all bio-crop producers, who would not be
allowed to plant the seeds in or near ecologically sensitive areas.

"The law is a breakthrough. Personally I'm very pleased with this
success. For the first time, it will give consumers freedom of choice
and farmers will have safe guidelines," she told Monday's issue of the
Berliner Zeitung daily.

The European Commission is expected later this year to lift a four-year
ban on the import of GM sweet corn, seen as a test case that could pave
the way for the authorisation of new GM produce.

Opponents of GM technology say it is being pushed by big corporations
with little knowledge about the long-term impact on health and the
environment.

Advocates argue that the novel crops could greatly increase yields and
help alleviate global hunger, particularly if GM strains could be
developed to cope with climate change.

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26) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution; January 12, 2004 Monday Home
Edition

GEORGIA: LEGISLATURE 2004: DAD: MCKINNEY WANTS REMATCH

by  Ben Smith

Former Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney, ousted from office in a hostile
2002 Democratic primary, wants a rematch against the woman who beat her:
U.S. Rep. Denise Majette (D-Ga.).

On Sunday, McKinney's father, Billy McKinney, a former state
representative, confirmed his daughter's planned entry into the 2004 4th
District Democratic Party primary.

"Absolutely, she's running," the elder McKinney said. "We're going to
make it exciting."

He said his daughter was in Barbados for a speaking engagement and could
not be reached for comment. Attempts to reach Majette were unsuccessful.

McKinney's apparent return ends months of speculation about her future.

The outspoken former congresswoman had been courted by the Green Party
to run for president, but she issued a statement Saturday turning down
the third-party invitation to run.

"I have received words of encouragement from every corner of this
country and from Green Party supporters beyond our shores," McKinney
said in a letter to the Greens. "But in the end, a national campaign is
not in the cards for me at this time."

Billy McKinney said running on the Green Party national ticket "was just
too way out for Cynthia."...

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27) The Dominion Post (Wellington, New Zealand); January 12, 2004

NEW ZEALAND: MAYORS BACK JOBLESS NO-GO ZONES

by Haydon Dewes And Bess Manson

A CONTENTIOUS plan to strip benefits from job seekers wanting to move to
some rural communities has found favour with the regions' mayors.

But Green Party employment spokeswoman Sue Bradford has called the
initiative "social engineering at its worst".

The Government has listed 100 areas as no-go zones for job seekers
because of little or no chance of finding employment. The initiative
meant that though job seekers already living in the settlements listed
could stay, beneficiaries looking to move to these areas would have
their dole cut.

"It basically tells people where they can and can't live," Ms Bradford
said. "Labour's new strategy for regional development appears to be one
of extinction."

But Marlborough Mayor Tom Harrison said the Government's "dead zone"
listing of rural settlements in his area, which included Ward,
Kekerengu, Canvastown, Anakiwa, Clarence, East Bay, French Pass,
Kenepuru Sound, Lochmara Bay, Nydia Bay and Queen Charlotte Sound, was
well overdue.

"It should have been done years ago. If people are unemployed then they
have an obligation to be actively finding work. Moving to areas where
there is obviously no employment is a no go unless they have transport."

Barbara Burkhart, who runs a fish factory in Ward with her husband,
Dennis, said the initiative would have a positive effect on those on the
dole. "They will have more chance to get work in the town they are
living in than they will out here. That's got to be a good thing because
there is a limit to how much work is available in a small community.

"It's pretty Big Brotherish to say places are no go, but I guess in a
way it means people are going to get work because if they can't come out
to Ward where there isn't any work then they have to stay in Blenheim
where there is plenty."

South Wairarapa Mayor John Read approved of the plan provided
beneficiaries with family or cultural connections were allowed to live
in no-go zones.

Wanganui Mayor Chas Poynter said the scheme would be a positive boost
for the region, which already has one of New Zealand's lowest
unemployment rates, if it led to more people being in work.

The move would not mean the demise of the seven settlements named in
Wanganui as most residents there were well-established families.

"It certainly won't be the end of them. It is an initiative that has
already worked in other places and I believe it will work well in
Wanganui," he said.

Ray Cresswell, owner of the Trout Hotel in Canvastown, said he could not
understand why the little settlement had been blacklisted for job
seekers. There was no unemployment in the settlement and plenty of
opportunity for work seven minutes up the road in Havelock as well as
work on local dairy farms, he said.

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28) The Herald (Glasgow);  January 12, 2004

SCOTLAND: GREENS CALL FOR INDEPENDENT INQUIRY ON CANCER RISKS FROM
FARMED SALMON

by Andrew Hamilton

THE Scottish Green party yesterday called for an independent inquiry
into the potentially harmful effects of salmon.

It also questioned the Food Standards Agency's (FSA) handling of claims
that eating large amounts of farmed salmon posed a cancer risk and
described the FSA's dismissal of any dangers as "an unacceptable
approach to public health".

The demands follow claims in the journal Science last week that people
should consume no more than a few portions of farmed salmon a year due
to toxic contamination.

The Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs has added its
weight by stating that a portion of farmed salmon a week, deemed safe by
the FSA, could be taking consumers above the World Health Organisation's
recommended daily intake of the toxic chemical and carcinogen, dioxin.

The FSA has rejected arguments from both these sources.

Mark Ruskell, Green environment spokesman, said: "The need for a full
and independent investigation is now overwhelming. The FSA are refusing
to acknowledge the potential worst-case scenario here and that is an
unacceptable approach to public health." Mr Ruskell also called on the
Scottish Executive, which has said that salmon farmed in Scotland is
within international safety limits, to issue a statement of
clarification. He said an investigation into the FSA's position on the
matter should be carried out.

The Green party believes an inquiry is especially urgent given growing
fears over the toxic chemical threat posed to the public.

Robin Harper, Green parliamentary leader, called for complete
transparency regarding salmon products.

He said: "There should be immediate action to reduce the proportion of
North Sea fish in salmon feed, and for all salmon to be labelled in the
shops so people know they are buying farmed fish." Mr Harper added that
it was unacceptable for the Defra advice to be ignored, and that the
executive must "spell out a course of swift action".

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29) Irish Independent;  January 12, 2004

IRELAND: HALLIDAY PROPOSED AS GREEN PRESIDENT

by Senan Molony

THE Green party is to sound out former UN Assistant General Secretary
Denis Halliday as a possible candidate for the Presidency.

Mr Halliday, once in second rank only to Kofi Annan, last year backed an
anti-war activist's malicious damage of a US Navy warplane at Shannon.

He said the attack was "a form of violence I would support", and also
branded as "gutless" the Taoiseach's stance on the war in Iraq.

The Greens believe the candidature of someone of Mr Halliday's stature
would attract cross-party support.

In particular, he could be backed by Sinn Fein, giving the Greens and
Independents the opportunity to get his name on to the ballot paper.

A candidate can be nominated by 20 members of the Oireachtas. The Greens
and Sinn Fein have 11 TDs between them, but in this case could also
count on the support of a majority of the 13 Independents in the Dail to
allow for an automatic nomination.

Yesterday Green party spokesman on finance Dan Boyle told the Irish
Independent that it was his party's view that an environmentalist or
issue-based campaigner would not do well in a presidential campaign
without a track record in public administration.

Mr Boyle said the Greens would be instituting discussions with Sinn Fein
and the Independents to seek an agreed candidate for the non-mainstream.
Mr Boyle said Mr Halliday was a candidate of prestige who could bring a
wealth of experience and intelligence to the office of Head of State.
"That is the type of person we would like to see. It would be an
important reminder of Ireland's role in the world."

Mr Halliday, who resigned as head of the UN Oil-for-Food Programme in
October 1998 in protest at the effect the UN sanctions were having on
the people of Iraq, has yet to be approached, however.

Meanwhile Fine Gael will not oppose President Mary McAleese running for
a second term. FG leader Enda Kenny said he would advise his party not
to put forward a candidate if Ms McAleese announces she will stand again
as a non-party candidate.

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30) The Irish Times; January 12, 2004

IRELAND: PROPOSED DAIL SEAT CHANGES

A chara - The Green Party and Sinn Fein argue that the move to more
three-seat constituencies and away from five-seat constituencies will
disadvantage them and smaller parties and independents. Mark Brennock
(Irish Times, January 8th) endorses this analysis.

In the current Dail, there are a total of 70 seats in 14 five-seat
constituencies. After the last election, nine are held by Sinn Fein, the
Greens or "others". There are 48 seats filled from four-seat
constituencies; nine are filled by the smaller parties. There are also
48 seats filled from three-seaters, seven filled by the smaller parties.

Proportionately this means that Sinn Fein, the Greens and others took
12.9 per cent of seats available in five-seaters, 16.7 per cent of seats
available in four-seaters and 14.6 per cent in three-seaters.

These parties actually fared best in four-seat constituencies and least
well in the larger five seaters. - Is mise,

Malcolm Byrne, Ramsfort Avenue, Gorey, Co Wexford.

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31) The Nelson Mail (New Zealand); January 12, 2004

NEW ZEALAND:  NO-GO LIST WILL STIFLE GROWTH SAYS GREENS

 by Angela Moriarty

Labelling parts of Golden Bay as ''no-go'' areas for jobseekers has the
potential to stifle the area's growth, visiting Green Party co-leader
Rod Donald says.

A reported list has named Murchison and Golden Bay as ''low-employment
opportunity localities''.

However, Nelson Work and Income regional commissioner Mike Smith said
this morning this wasn't the case.

''Murchison and Takaka are not on the list; however, places in Golden
Bay such as Puponga and Bainham are,'' he said.

A spokesman for Social Services and Employment Minister Steve Maharey
said the widely reported draft list had been drawn up from a
''ring-around'' of mayors and was not an official list supplied by the
Government. The official list was due to be released next month.

Mr Donald, who is holidaying in Golden Bay, said labelling areas as
''no-go'' would spur negative connotations.

''The irony is that there are jobs in Puponga at the moment.'' A
Farewell Spit cafe was advertising for employees, he said.

The ''no-go'' label had the potential to break down communities rather
than develop them, Mr Donald said.

''Without doubt, labelling a town or an area a 'no-go' area will
discourage people from moving to that area.''
He said he supported the initiative, which could see people have their
unemployment benefit cancelled if they moved to a ''no-go'' area without
a specific job opportunity or the ability to travel for work.

''I can understand mayors around the country saying 'We don't want our
area labelled a no-go or dead area' but I don't see that as the case, if
they're said to be a no-go area what's the reason behind that? Let's
identify that and do something about it.''

Mr Hurley said he thought the scheme was ''about attitude''.

''The no benefit thing is very much a last resort ...it's an incentive
to search for work.''

Tasman District Council Murchison ward councillor Ted O'Regan said it
would ''be a bit odd'' if the town was labelled as a no-go area.

''It would seem to be a misplaced sort of a ruling in the current
circumstance.''

Work and Income figures last month showed there were no registered
unemployed in the area and Mr O'Regan said jobseekers were currently
likely to find a job in Murchison ''within hours'' if they were willing
to work. Continued from page 1

Tasman Mayor John Hurley said this morning that he had understood Golden
Bay and Murchison were on the list and he was fine with that.

He said he supported the initiative, which could see people have their
unemployment benefit cancelled if they moved to a ''no-go'' area without
a specific job opportunity or the ability to travel for work.

''I can understand mayors around the country saying 'We don't want our
area labelled a no-go or dead area' but I don't see that as the case, if
they're said to be a no-go area what's the reason behind that? Let's
identify that and do something about it.''

Mr Hurley said he thought the scheme was ''about attitude''.

''The no benefit thing is very much a last resort ... it's an incentive
to search for work.''

Tasman District Council Murchison ward councillor Ted O'Regan said it
would ''be a bit odd'' if the town was labelled as a no-go area.

''It would seem to be a misplaced sort of a ruling in the current
circumstance.''

Work and Income figures last month showed there were no registered
unemployed in the area and Mr O'Regan said jobseekers were currently
likely to find a job in Murchison ''within hours'' if they were willing
to work.

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32) The Nelson Mail (New Zealand); January 12, 2004

NEW ZEALAND ISLAND PROPERTY AT TOP OF A 'VERY BIG PIMPLE'

by Stuart Oldham

The controversy surrounding a $ 5 million luxury property on D'Urville
Island is the top of a very big pimple, Green Party co-leader Rod Donald
warns.

Speaking from Golden Bay this morning, Mr Donald challenged the
Government to tighten overseas investment rules which still let
non-resident foreigners buy iconic properties and inflate the New
Zealand property market.

''At the moment the Overseas Investment Commission is operating under
letters of direction which says it has to process applications
expeditiously and minimise all impediments,'' Mr Donald said. ''And when
that happens, the accountability drops and the cases that shouldn't,
slip through.''

The commission today confirmed it has asked the American owners of the $
5 million luxury Waitai Station to prove they have the relevant business
experience, financial commitment, and good character to own it. Failing
to provide evidence is an offence which could end in a court order
forcing them to put the property back on the market.

The move comes after Nelson MP Nick Smith claimed in August more than a
dozen creditors had been ''done over'' and there was an ''air of fear''
surrounding the couple, who have been in protracted legal disputes with
contractors.

The pair have yet to settle in New Zealand, despite promising the
commission they would in 1999.

Commission chief executive Stephen Dawe said the Powell's Wellington
lawyer had forwarded the relevant documents, but they would not be
released until discussed with commission lawyers.

Whatever the case, Mr Donald said the Government had to act swiftly to
tighten foreign ownership rules.

''At the moment, just saying you will endeavour to move to New Zealand,
or will invest in a certain way, is enough to get you a slice of
property. Objective, not subjective, criteria have to be introduced to
stop the abuse of the system. Because believe me, this case is just one
of many that has slipped through. It is just the top of a very big
pimple.''

Mr Donald has developed new legislation to stop non-residents buying
land .

The Campaign Against Foreign Control of Aotearoa estimated more than a
million hectares, or about 6 percent, of New Zealand's land was in
overseas hands.

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33) South Wales Evening Post; January 12, 2004

WALES: CLAIM TESCO WILL CAUSE JOB LOSSES

by  Rachael Misstear

Green party campaigners say a new Tesco store in the Swansea Valley will
cause hundreds of jobs to be lost within the community. It comes after
Tesco unveiled plans for a new superstore which it says will create 200
jobs.

The huge development at Alltwen will also include a Burger King
restaurant and drive-through, petrol station, car park and a new
footbridge over the River Tawe.

Council planners have endorsed the multi-million pound project but the
application has now been sent to the Assembly for final approval.

Consultants acting on behalf of nearby Somerfield have objected. They
fear it will threaten the 138 jobs at its Pontardawe store and undermine
the viability of the town centre.

Neath Green Party chair, Miranda La Vey said the opening of a new store
will have a devastating effect with a possible loss of nearly 300 jobs.

She said: "Out of town superstores have already had a devastating effect
on hundreds of town centres around the UK. Studies have shown that
supermarkets are forcing small shops out of business. Small independent
shops simply cannot compete with big multiples.

"A report by the British Retail Planning Forum recently discovered that
every time a large supermarket opens, on average 276 jobs are lost.

"Neath Green Party is concerned that Alltwen has already recreantly lost
its post office and believes that a large supermarket on their doorstep
will put the local small shops at great risk of closure." But Neath Port
Talbot planning bosses say many people from Pontardawe already go
outside the area to shop and a major new retail development would help
persuade them to spend their money locally instead.

Head of planning Geoff White said: "The significant point in planning
terms is whether the reduction in turnover at those stores would affect
the attractiveness, viability and vitality of the town centre.

"It is considered that this would not happen due to the positive effect
of the proposal on the town centre." The Tesco store will include a
cafe, together with 403 parking spaces. Burger King will have 25 parking
spaces to serve its restaurant.

Ms La Vey added: "Tesco has a strategy of opening 20 new stores a year
and like to target areas that are considered in need of regeneration,
appearing to consider themselves the saviour of economically deprived
areas. The truth is that superstores do not bring as much to the local
economy and employment."

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34) UK Newsquest Regional Press - This is Local London; January 12, 2004

ENGLAND:  GREEN PARTY SELECTS CANDIDATE FOR GENERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN

by David Jackman

EPPING Forest Green Party has selected Robert Jones as prospective
parliamentary candidate for the Epping Forest constituency.

Mr Jones from Theydon Bois is branch co-ordinator and press officer of
the Epping Forest branch.

Mr Jones who has lived in the area all his life is married with two
children who attend St John's School Epping.

He said: "Epping Forest needs an MP who can make a difference locally
whilst working for a fairer world globally.

"We opposed the unjust war in Iraq and continued to oppose it during the
conflict.

"The Greens have always stood for social justice and environmental
justice and that is exactly what I'm offering this constituency.

"Politicians should engage more with people at a personal level
listening to them and working with local communities and organisations.
This will be my approach and will go a long way in improving people's
quality of life.

"This Labour Government has been a dismal failure and the other parties
are just offering more of the same.

"I am offering the Epping Forest constituency a breath of fresh air and
will give the voters a radical Green voice.

"I will give the constituency a much-needed Green voice that will stand
up for the needs of ordinary people challenging the current political
apathy and offering an injection of new energy ideas and enthusiasm into
politics locally working for what local people want from their
community."

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35) Associated Press Worldstream; January 11, 2004

MEXICO: BOXING LAWMAKER SCORES 10TH KNOCKOUT

 MEXICO CITY-- Boxer, businessman and national lawmaker Jorge Kahwagi
knocked out American Dwayne Swift early in the second round on Saturday
night, during a World Boxing Council junior flyweight match.

When he's not punching opponents in the ring, Kahwagi, 35, can be found
hammering out legislation as the floor leader for the Green Party in
Mexico's lower house of Congress.

The greens control 17 seats in the 500-seat House, making them the
fourth-largest party in a Congress with no majority party.

Kahwagi may command greater authority in the boxing ring, however, where
he now has a 10-0 record with 10 knockouts....

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36) Austin American-Statesman (Texas); January 11, 2004

TEXAS: MINOR PARTIES GEAR UP FOR FALL BALLOT; LIBERTARIANS, GREENS AND
OTHERS WILL TRY TO COLLECT SIGNATURES TO FIELD CANDIDATES IN TEXAS

by Gary Susswein
As the two major parties prepare for primaries to pick candidates for
the November ballot, five other parties are hoping to collect the more
than 45,000 signatures needed to get their candidates on the ballot.

The Libertarian, Green, Reform, Constitution and Veterans parties have
notified the secretary of state's office that they will try to collect
the signatures. Now, they're trying to raise the money -- or corral the
personnel -- needed to get that done.

"We need to raise ($150,000) to pay petitioners to work full time doing
this because you can't do it with just volunteer members," said Travis
County Libertarian Party Chairman Pat Dixon, who is overseeing the
party's statewide petition drive. "We want voters to have a choice. We
don't want political parties choosing for them."

State law guarantees a spot on the ballot only to candidates from
parties that received at least 5 percent of the vote in any race in the
previous statewide elections.

Libertarians met that threshold in every election from the early 1980s
through 2000, often in races where either the Democrats or Republicans
had no candidate. The Green Party met that threshold in 1998 and 2000.

But in 2002, no statewide third-party candidate received 5 percent of
the vote, and only the Democrats and Republicans are guaranteed spots on
this year's ballot....

...Third-party leaders stress that voters who sign their petitions
aren't demonstrating their support for any party or its platforms;
they're just affirming that the party's candidates have a right to be on
the November ballot.

...Officials with the Green Party did not return telephone calls this
week.

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37) The Morning Call (Lehigh Valley, PA) January 10, 2004

PENNSYLVANIA: RICHLAND SUPERVISORS START YEAR POLITELY; ZOWNIRIW TAKES
OATH AFTER BITTER ELECTION. SO FAR, SO FRIENDLY IN '04.

by Steve Wartenberg

Forget about fireworks, Mike Zowniriw's first meeting as a Richland
Township supervisor was marked by courtesy, compliments and, believe it
or not, a little bit of camaraderie.

By the end of Monday night's meeting, Supervisor Rick Orloff was so
relieved he couldn't resist thanking those assembled.

''This went better than I expected,'' he told the crowd of about 50.
''And I want to
compliment the audience. Some hard things have been said and I take my
share of the responsibility, but this is the way to hold a meeting - and
I applaud you.''

Zowniriw, a Green Party candidate, beat incumbent Patricia Keller in a
hotly contested,
often-contentious November race.

Over the last six months, township meetings have become angry forums for
Zowniriw supporters to argue with the supervisors.

''Richland Township is sailing into uncharted political waters,''
Supervisor Steven Tamburri warned a few days after the election.

Zowniriw was sworn in to start Monday night's meeting. Tamburri and
Orloff shook his hand and wished him luck.

At the meeting, Tamburri and Orloff took time to explain the proceedings
to Zowniriw, who at one point called one of Tamburri's suggestions
''very thoughtful'' and said ''how clever'' after another.

''I think we all learned from each other,'' Zowniriw said after the
meeting, but he added he also expects to face problems over which he
won't agree with the other two supervisors.

Orloff agreed: ''We will have sharp differences, but that doesn't mean
we can't be civil.''

Also at the meeting, Quakertown Borough Manager David Woglom made two
presentations.

Woglom officially asked the township to begin the procedure for amending
the zoning ordinance to allow construction of senior housing on the
former Krupp factory tract.

The 16-acre site is owned by the borough, but about half is in Richland
Township.

Part of the land is being used for the construction of a new county
library.

''I'm not opposed to it,'' Orloff said.

''I find almost everything positive about it,'' Zowniriw said.

Woglom also presented details of the borough's four-year, $10 million
sewer and water
renovation project.

In 2004, work will be done on the borough's water line on E. Pumping
Station Road, between California and Heller roads, which is in Richland,
and was built before the township had its own water authority.

East Pumping Station Road could be closed for six to eight weeks, Woglom
said, plus the intersection with California Road could be closed for
another week.

''It will be a difficult detour,'' Woglom said. ''There's no easy way to
detour people around
it.''

The supervisors also unanimously adopted a resolution supporting the
concept for the Liberty Trail, which follows the route of the former
Liberty Bell Trolley line from Montgomery County into Richland and then
ends in Quakertown.

Orloff and Tamburri stressed that no township resident's property would
be condemned to make way for the trail.

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