Michael Kattchee, longtime Coralville public servant dies
Michael Kattchee a longtime Johnson County resident and former Coralville mayor died at his Coralville home on April 20 2024 at age 92. Born in Kaunas Lithuania he immigrated to the United States in 1950 and pursued engineering teaching and real estate before entering public service including a 16 year mayoralty in Coralville during which he oversaw major infrastructure projects and economic development. He is survived by his wife Dolores and five children among other relatives. A memorial service is planned May 11 at Coralville United Methodist Church with donations to the Michael Kattchee Memorial Fund at Hills Bank.
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Michael Kattchee led Coralville through decades of growth
Michael Kattchee, former Coralville mayor from 1978 to 1993, died at 92. Born in Lithuania, he immigrated to the U S, earned a math degree, owned businesses, and guided major developments including Iowa River Landing projects and the Hyatt Regency conference center. As mayor, he oversaw library and city hall builds, recycling efforts, and regional leadership roles.
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Iowa Opioid Funds Fight Ends With No Budget Agreement
Lawmakers clash over opioid settlement dollars as Senate and House seek control and oversight. Senate shifts to fund centers in Ames and Polk County and a pledge program, while House pushes a council and specific projects totaling about 12.5 million dollars. After adjournment, House kills Senate bill. leaders vow to resume next year to fund treatment and recovery efforts.
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