Regents sharpen cuts as ISU and UI share 11 million hit
The Iowa Board of Regents weighs an 11 million dollar funding reduction split roughly 5.5 million from the University of Iowa and 5.4 million from Iowa State University. Regents approve divvying 2.4 percent takebacks across affected units, with UI and ISU bracing tuition and program changes. University of Northern Iowa spared. Public radio also faces reductions amid pledge drive.
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Reynolds signs plan to offer health benefit option for Iowans
Gov Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 2349 creating a type of multiple employer welfare arrangement not subject to ACA rules or state oversight. The plan, in partnership with Farm Bureau and Wellmark, targets farmers, small businesses, and the uninsured, with enrollment possible in 2019 and products available by January 2019.
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Linn County plans mixed use land development near Cedar Rapids
Linn County will unveil a preliminary concept for about 180 acres south of the Gardner Golf Course east of Cedar Rapids. The plan mixes conservation residential and agricultural uses to boost land value to about 100 million dollars. An open house is set for April 12 from 5 30 to 7 p m at A Touch of Class Banquet and Convention Center with a presentation and public feedback opportunity.
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Linn County weighs mixed use plan for Squaw Creek land
Linn County officials envision a 180 acre parcel near Squaw Creek split 50 percent conservation 25 percent agriculture and 25 percent development to fund a working farm and trails. Des Moines firm Blackbird Investments plans varied housing including single family condos and multifamily units with development tied to conservation lands and trailheads. The 2016 purchase totaling 7.2 million covered 179 acres plus 306 acres north of the golf course to aid water protection and trail system connections.
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