Peeping Tom privacy law reform urged in Iowa
The Gazette urges updating Iowa invasion of privacy law to allow convictions without proving sexual arousal. It notes House and Senate bills, cites Ruth Lapointe and landlord Elwyn Miller, and argues for removing arousal proof to protect victims and broaden prosecutions.
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Ex-Im Bank poised in Iowa business letters and mental health plea
Letters discuss federal Ex-Im Bank support for United Equipment Accessories in Waverly and its impact on jobs. A second piece urges action on Iowa mental health services, citing county gaps, a forum at Lovely Lane Church, and state leadership funding concerns.
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High housing costs spark debate on urban growth and density
Froma Harrop critiques the economists view that denser, taller cities like New York and San Francisco boost GDP. She cites housing costs as a drag on the knowledge economy, contrasts Midwestern cities, and notes the push for top-down planning against local zoning. She argues urban ideas attract talent and questions enforcement of land use rules.
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Letters guidelines length limit in editorial email note
The Gazette outlines submission rules for letters and editorials. It provides the email address editorial thegazette com and mailing details Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 plus a contact phone for questions 319 398 8469. The guidance emphasizes concise writing within a 250 word limit.
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Iowa leaders urged to fund Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust
Kevin and Cindy Burke argue for funding Iowa's Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund, noting 81 percent public support yet an unfunded, constitutionally mandated trust. They cite water quality failures, habitat loss, and eroding soils, urging legislators to finance a proposed $150 million to $180 million annual program for water cleanup, lake restoration, flood protection, and habitat preservation.
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Alliant Transportation
Cindy Burke
Linn County Conservation
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Kevin
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