Y e k a? xa xavr Ijz £ibitgan ailg Tuesday, June 1, 1999 Or imdeig/iyears Ofc6/tor7d/fredomhl http://www.michigandaily.com ,A anoC:v.r < ° , :. . ...>:: . f h ": "Y k\6 i By Seva Guitk By Seia Gnnitskiy -- -_ Daily Stall tleporter A new school budget MC N bill is headed for the State House after being passed by the Senate last I tursday. The original version of FUNDING the bill, proposed by Gov. John Lngler, was rejected by a Senate panel sever- al weeks ago. A subcommittee chaired by Sen. *John Schwarz (R-Battle Creek) made alterations to the proposal, which were later approxed by a Senate committee. 'U' Committe4 reviews hoop *allegations By Nika Schulte Daily laws Editor A faculty committee is conducting an internal r investigate whether the University's basketball has been linked to any improper activity since the department established reforms in 1997. The four-member team began their examinati University Provost Nancy Cantor appointed the *ee last month. Cantor said a request from Director Tom (ioss as well as recent press repo cerning possible inappropriate conduct promp investigation. The University's review comes less than a mot the Federal Bureau of Investigation raided the home of former athletic booster Ed Martin. During their investigation of Martin, aul informed the University that evidence from the rai( to possible cash payments made from Martin tc Jniversity basketball players. A federal grand jury issued subpoenas in May to players. Cantor said the committee is able to explore th tion with a "fresh view" to "make sure things are well," Assistant. Athletic Director of Media Relation, Madej said the group will check new items from reports and make sure everything is in order to I the program's integrity. "We feel we were in good shape," Madej said, that it is "always good to have checks and balance Cantor said the committee will also examine the priateness and effectiveness of reforms put in plat Athletic Department after the reports of the inf surfaced in 1997. These new policies enacted in 1997 after an in tion conducted by Kansas law firm Bond, Schoen King include changes in: See COMMITTEE I he new version of the bill goarantees a 3.3 percent increase across the oard for all Michigan schools, and additional increases based on the individual school. Under this proposal, the University will receive a 4.4 percent budget increase, plus an additional 2 percent for supplementary appro- priations such as infrastructure, technology, and maintenance. Engler's original proposal offered the University only a 3 percent increase. "Engler started with a promise of a 1 5 percent increase, which did not feel adequate," said University Vice President for Government Relaticous C ynithia Wsilbaiks. "Senator Schsarzan ,iiichis collagues made changes to the plan ... we'll be happy if the increase holds," she said. The House will snn dtecid xishetier to approve the bill imimediaiely cc miake addi- tional changes to it. "It is in the house's best interest to concur with the Senate," Schwarz said. But he expects the house -will instead take the bill to a House confereiie committee, which means more negotiations and compro- mises. "Each side will give something ip," Schsarz said. Th e confcreiee cxmmitiee xiI make chiges and recxmiendatios to tme hilt and thm sendi it back to the louse. If the Housc passes the fiNal ersion of the bill it ould thn go to Engler, who is expect- ed to apprcve it. IThe prxicess may take from a few weeks to several months, depending on hot smoothtL the changes would be implemented. Wilbanks said she anticipates the final ver- sion of the bill to get to Engler by the end of June See BUDGET, Page 8 i SZ turns out for Memoriai1 Day parade & Hundreds of area residents saw a Marine Corps "Circus Calliope" (far left) and local veterans (left) travel down the route of the 22nd annual Memorial Day 2'>Parade. The event was organized by the Glacier Hills Homeowner's Association and began at the intersection of Middleton and Frederick streets, in northeast Ann Arbor. MICHELLE SWELNIS/Daily even created mini-floats, complete with teddy bears. Ann Arbor Board of Education candi- dates handed out campaign flyers while Marine corps veterans distributed minia- ture flags. Victor Stevens, a Marine Corps veter- an, said he has been a part of the parade for the past twenty years. "It's very important that veterans honor their fallen brothers," he said. Ann Arbor Mayor Ingrid Sheldon said See PARADE, Page 7 By Sana Danish Daily StffReporter Although the weather was overcast and humid with sporadic rain, it did not dis- courage an estimated crowd of seven hun- dred people from gathering to participate in yesterday's Memorial Day Parade. The 22nd annual parade, which started at Middleton and Frederick streets, was organized by the Glacier Hills Homeowner's Association. Head organizer Lineke Zuiderweg said the parade served many purposes. "It brings the community together, and also reminds us why we celebrate Memorial Day," she said. The parade started at 10 a.m. led by two fire trucks blaring their sirens. Highlights included the bright red Marine Corps League "Circus Calliope," which provid- ed music for the parade, two antique cars, and a Barney look-alike on a convertible. Scores of children also took part in the parade by marching with their scout troops or riding their bicycles decorated with streamers, bows and ribbons. Some , rag z4. 5, -. -- A new stamp honoring polio Cuba Gooding, Jr. an vaccine developer, and 'U' alum, discuss their new fils Jonas Salk is unveiled. Page 8. Page 9. d John Truteltuab m 'Instinct. ' The Michigan baseball team couldn't . get past Cal State-Fullerton to get to the college World Series. Page 12.° The Michigan Daily Student Publications Building 420 Maynoard St. Ann Arbor, MI 48019-1327 News: 76-DAILY Classifieds: 764-0557 Display: 764-0554 i'; 3,.