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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 2003
Page
3
The Gazette argues for a low key observance rather than grand parades. It urges thanksgiving and remembrance coordinated by state and local authorities, avoiding perceived political leverage. It suggests saving Iraqi victory celebrations for another time and focusing July 4 on honoring the troops.
Cedar Rapids will plant native wildflowers at I 380 interchanges with Wright Brothers Boulevard and Highway 30. A $100,000 federal grant funds soil prep seeding and maintenance for three years, with seeding starting soon and blooms expected this year. The project aims to boost gateways, attract visitors and economic development, encouraging other communities to sprout beautification efforts.
Readers argue RiverRun funding, about 70 million public and private mix, will revitalize a brownfield area and close 180 acres of Mount Trashmore with Bluestem. Public money comes from Vision Iowa, Bluestem, Linn County and Cedar Rapids sales taxes. Supporters urge voting yes on June 10 to avoid deterioration and transform the area for locals and visitors.
Helen Arnold Olson of Cedar Rapids voices strong support for the RiverRun project. She cites private investment by Raining Rose in a former brownfield area as proof of new jobs and life for a neglected district, while urging a vote against the June 10 measure.
Mauryne Simoens urges Linn County residents to reject new sales taxes for a gambling casino and RiverRun funding. She warns that city money already pours into the Paramount Theatre U S Cellular Center and Ice Arena, and calls out big spenders who push "white elephants" despite low incomes and utility concerns.
RiverRun supporters urge a yes vote on June 10 for a two-year one-cent local option sales tax to fund a revitalized Cedar Rapids park system and riverfront. The piece highlights a new city park pavilion crowding with a reunion and concert, the Bridge of the Lions, St. Wenceslaus statue, and revived storefronts bolstering cafes galleries and boutiques. John Rocarek promotes community pride and civic investment.
City planners push to improve finances and attract visitors by cleaning Cedar River near Ellis Park. Residents report severe odor from the water, shallow depths prevent boating beyond a mile or two, and dredging has ceased due to costs. Some urge shifting focus from gambling boats to river cleanup to boost appeal.
Opinion notes the mixed feelings of families of soldiers killed or freed in Iraq and of others celebrating NCAA wins. The author questions triumphalism, recounts prayers from relatives like Joseph Hudson and Ronald Young, criticizes Franklin Graham, and calls for humility toward those who mourn or struggle with the outcomes of war and sport.
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