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3 p.m. - The Undergraduate
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American Red Cross Blood Drive at
Hinton James Residence Hall.
8:15 p.m. - Lab! Theatre presents
“Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits.” A
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free at the Playmakers Theatre on
Cameron Avenue.
7:30 p.m. -The Dialectic and
Philanthropic Societies will host a
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Monday, April 16,2001
Volume 109, Issue 31
RO. Bo* 3257, Chapel Hill, NC 27515
Matt Dees, Editor. 962-4086
Advertising & Business, 962-1163
News. Features, Sports. 962-0245
From Page One
EASLEY
From Page 1
which came with a cleanup price of
more than SBOO million and counting.
Today the budget deficit stands at close
to SBOO million. But with two months left
before the end of the fiscal year, that
number could grow even larger.
To deal with the budget deficit, Easley
has set aside more than $1 billion -
pulling resources from various state funds.
Building a Budget
Not only has Easley had to deal with a
budget shortfall this year, but he must also
construct a budget for the next 2 years.
On March 12, Easley unveiled his
budget proposal to members of the
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under fire from Republican legislators.
The budget included S3OO million in
revenue from a lottery, which has only a
slim chance of being put on the state
ballot by the legislature, and $l5O mil
lion from recommendation of a loop
hole-closing commission, which might
not be accepted by the legislature.
“Some people think that the budget
proposal he submitted is irresponsible,’’
said Charles Coe, an N.C. State
University political science professor.
“But if he had proposed a responsible
budget, he couldn’t have proposed any
of his legislative agenda.”
Sen. Howard Lee, D-Orange, said he
thinks Easley recognizes that some of
those revenue sources might not come
through.
“(Easley) has been open in saying that
this budget is built on a weak revenue
base,” Lee said. “1 think he has bought
some time, but he will have to work with
the legislature to build a solid budget.”
Senate Minority Leader Patrick
Ballantine, R-Carteret, criticized Easley
for leaving it up to the legislature to con
struct a feasible fiscal plan. “I think he
needs to be in the trenches with us try-
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April 19-27
Senior Ball, The Carolina Inn
A gala event to kick off an awesome week. Tickets on sale in the Pit April 16-19 or online at alumni.unc.edu.
) For more details, head to www.unc.edu/student/orgs/2001/.
FRIDAY, APRIL 20
Last chance for the Swim Test, 9 am-4 pm. Bowman Gray Pool (Bring your UNC One Card)
Senior Day at the Ballpark, 7 pm, Boshamer Stadium
Let's cheer on the Heels as they take on Dook. There'll be a special salute to seniors that includes on-field
games and prizes. Bring your UNC One Card. No outside food or beverages inside the stadium.
MONDAY, APRIL 23
Senior Play Day, 11 am-2 pm, the Pit
We're taking over the Pit and playing games like it's 1984. Yep, we're headed back to the old school with a day
ft# of fun and games, elementary school style.
A True Class Act: Evening on the Hill, 7-9 pm, The Carolina Club
Treat yourself to a night of food, friends and entertainment Enjoy a delicious three-course meal ($25 value)
0 while listening to the delightful sounds of UNC's own a cappella sensations, the Clef Hangers and the Loreleis.
All seniors and their guests are invited to attend. Cost: $lO per person. Tickets are on sale at the Alumni Center
or online at alumni.uncedu. Registration deadline April 17.
* TUESDAY, APRIL 24
Taste of Culture, 11 am-2 pm, the Pit
This event was so successful last semester, we're doing it again. Come out and test some of Chapel Hill's finest
ethnic cuisine-for free!
Outstanding Senior/ Favorite Faculty Awards Ceremony & Reception
3:30 - 5:30 pm, George Watts Hill Alumni Center
( We'll recognize some super seniors and favorite faculty members.
* WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25
Climb the Bell Tower, 10 am-2 pm
Senior Class Last Blast, 5-8 pm, Carmichael Auditorium
You don't want to miss this! We'll have a BBQ dinner with all the trimmings, music, give aways, great door
prizes, a giant slide and bouncy boxing. First 200 seniors receive a free T-shirt!
* THURSDAY, APRIL 26
Senior Service Day, 11 am-2 pm, the Pit
We'll be rounding up 2001 canned goods all week long in our class food drive. Thursday will be the culmination
and celebration of our hard work.
Senior Party at He's Not Here, 9 pm - 2 am
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FRIDAY, APRIL 27
The Senior Grind, 11 am-2 pm, the Pit
Remember The Grind on MTV? Well, we're bringing it to the Pit Come out in your hottest clothes and cutest
bathing suits and get your groove on. Tar Heel Style. The music will flow as long as people keep dancing.
Senior Day at Women's Lacrosse, 7 pm, Henry Stadium
Come on out and cheer on our nationally-ranked Heels as they play Dartmouth.
For more information, visit www.unc.edu/student/orgs/2001 or email seniorweek@unc.edu.
ing to write a responsible budget."
Betting on the Lottery
The centerpiece of Easley’s budget, a
state lottery, could shape up to be the
first legislative test of the new governor.
The second year of Easley’s budget
relies on S3OO million in proceeds from
the lottery to fund the reduction of school
class size from grades one to three.
And while Easley has been reluctant
to push for the lottery in the early days of
his administration, during his State of the
State Address in February, he challenged
lawmakers to come up with a better solu
tion to the state’s funding difficulties.
“You can’t just say ‘l’m against a lot
tery for education,’” Easley challenged
legislators. “Finish the sentence, tell me
what you’re for. Because next year,
100,000 5-year-olds will show up at the
schoolhouse door, and they deserve
more than an overcrowded classroom
and an overworked teacher.”
Political observers seem to agree that
Easley’s efforts to push through a lottery
could be the biggest test of Easley’s clout
with the General Assembly.
“The big gorilla is the lottery,” Coe
said. “But he doesn’t have the grassroots
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base that Hunt had. The test of his leg
islative effectiveness will be in whether
he can get the lottery passed.”
The lottery bill, the first one proposed
in the House during the current session,
has yet to be heard by a committee.
Beyle said Easley, who has yet to
actively campaign for the lottery, must
take action quickly for the bill to have
any chance of passing. “As the session
continues, the legislature is going to get
increasingly distracted with redistricting
because that affects them directly.”
Facing the Future
As Easley continues to contend with
budget concerns, down the line his prior
ities could be the same as that of the gov
ernor that proceeded him - education.
Easley already has put forth proposals
to lower class size and create a pre
kindergarten program for at-risk children.
“(Easley’s) challenge is to do what
Hunt did well,” Coe said. “Don’t try to
change everything. Select one or two
policies and push those policies through.”
Beyle also said that while the past few
months have been difficult for Easley,
the situation could improve. “If Easley
can get through this year, and no one’s
feelings are hurt too badly and the econ
omy gets turned around, then the fiscal
situation could change, and he could get
some of his bigger goals accomplished.”
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