Cedar Rapids to test traffic cameras at 10 intersections
The city plans a one year trial of red light and speed cameras at 10 accident prone intersections to cut crashes, free officers for patrols, and boost community safety. Fines are civil, not on driving records, with vendor revenue sharing and an appeals process.
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Traffic concerns and civic critique spark reader letters
Readers praise traffic cameras in Cedar Rapids to curb speeding and red lights but urge limits on cell phone use while driving. They critique Highway 100 expansion, municipal leadership, and local taxes, urging reform and questioning elected officials citywide.
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Helen Spinler
Obama at 100 Days: Early Leadership and Challenges
The piece assesses Barack Obama's first hundred days noting unresolved wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, persistent economic troubles, and ambitious reforms. It credits him with establishing leadership, passing major economic legislation, and avoiding major confirmation fights while facing criticisms over missteps and policy battles.
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Gazette Editorial Board and Gazette Communications Leaders
The Gazette lists its editorial board and key executives including Publisher Dave Storey Editor Lyle Muller Opinion Page Editor Jeff Tecklenburg Information Content Conductor Steve Buttry Columnists Todd Dorman Jennifer Hemmingsen Beth DeBoom Editorial Writer Chuck Peters President CEO Gazette Communications and Joe Hladky Chairman Gazette Communications.
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Jeff Tecklenburg
Steve Buttry
Todd Dorman
Jennifer Hemmingsen
Beth DeBoom
Chuck Peters
Gazette Communications
Joe Hladky
Gazette invites public letters with guidelines for publication
The Gazette requests letters addressing public issues with editor approval. Include writer name, street address and phone for verification. Limit 250 words and one letter per writer every 30 days. Submissions by mail, fax, or email. The Gazette does not verify accuracy or endorse opinions. readers may submit corrections or contradictions for potential publication.
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No Child Left Inside movement pushes outdoor learning
The Iowa Conservation Education Coalition promotes No Child Left Inside Days in April to boost environmental education in public schools. Stakeholders Stacey Snyder and Gail Barels lead efforts and offer resources through state agencies and universities.
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