Davenport reopens flood wall debate as Mississippi nears record
Davenport confronts renewed talk of a flood wall as the Mississippi nears a record flood level. City officials cite costs 15 to 60 million dollars while residents value riverfront views and tourism. Nearby cities with flood walls highlight different approaches to protecting downtown Davenport.
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City adopts Language Line to aid non English speakers
Iowa City contracts Language Line Services to provide on demand translation in over 140 languages. The city pays a $35 annual fee plus per minute rates from 2.50 to 4.50, enabling staff to connect with translators within five minutes during housing police and other services.
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Nathan Hillarette
Iowa City
Sylvia Mejia
Mejia
Monterey
Calif
Karen Jennings
Parks Division
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Clinton Levee Keeps Town Safe After Historic Flood
About 30 residents walked the grassy Clinton levee on a sunny Sunday watching the Mississippi River. Built in 1965 after a major flood, the berm shields downtown Clinton from inundation. residents recall water depths reaching six feet in 1965 and historic lighthouses partially submerged. A temporary boardwalk shelters the Mississippi Belle II dock as the city enjoys spring weather.
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Tom McLaughlin
McLaughlin
Harry Kahler
Better Family Furniture
2Nd Street
Mississippi Belle I
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