Cedar Rapids Traffic Cameras Track Safety and Controversy
The Gazette reports Cedar Rapids traffic cameras have issued about 7,000 speeding and red light citations March through June, drawing praise for fairness and scrutiny over safety impact. Police say citywide crashes fell 8 percent year‑to‑year, with a 62 percent drop on I‑380 where a speed camera operates, as ISU researchers collect baseline data and monitor outcomes.
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Greg Graham
Gazette
Steve O’konek
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O’konek
Center For Transportation Research and Education
Iowa State University
Davenport
Council Bluffs
Time for government to aid businesses and add jobs
Deb Foster of Coggon argues that with high unemployment and struggling businesses the government should help create jobs, opposing Gulf oil spill tax proposals seen as harmful to the oil and natural gas industry and local economies.
Same-sex marriage debate spans faith and rights
A letter responds to Tom McCartan arguing that all people are equal before God, regardless of sexual behavior. It asserts rights should not depend on orientation or behavior, and cautions against judgment, noting same-sex behavior is a choice some make while orientation is irrelevant.
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Tom McCartan
Hypocritical judgment and the opposition to same sex marriage
Glenn E. Chatfield of North Liberty argues against same sex marriage, claiming it is not a rights issue but an entitlement threat to real marriage. He asserts laws will curb speech and harm society, demanding strict judgment on behaviors.
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Glenn E. Chatfield North Liberty
Proposed medical mall would be win win for Cedar Rapids
Janet D. Blackledge of Cedar Rapids advocates closing Second Avenue between 19th Street SE and 13th Street SW to create a pedestrian mall and attract a medical complex. She argues the project would bring high paying jobs, professionals, and tax base while boosting downtown activity and regional draw.
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Marion Depot Pride fights to keep open pavilion Depot
Marion residents debate preserving the 1888 Depot in City Square Park as planners consider changes or demolition. Depot Pride volunteers salvaged much of the structure including 100000 bricks and a caboose added in 1992. Citizens urged input to the Planning Department and City Council.
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Railroad Historical Society Inc. of
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National Registry of Historic Places
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Marion Chamber of Commerce
Paul Draper
President out of touch fuels Democrats and risks midterm disaster
A columnist argues the president should raise money and stay low profile while urging Democrats to localize campaigns. He says the president’s Martha’s Vineyard vacation fuels backlash as jobs and home values lag, and warns voters may punish Democrats as Republicans attack him. The piece questions Tea Party readiness and favors experienced leadership in tough times.
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Martha’s Vineyard
Massachusetts
Estrich
Lynn
Nantasket Beach
Spain
Maine
Gulf
Iowa DNR director requests environmental impact study for Hyperion project
Richard Leopold of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources says a formal environmental impact review is prudent for the Hyperion Energy Center proposed near Sioux City. He emphasizes neutrality on the project while protecting Iowa air and water quality and resources for future generations.
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Kraig Paulsen
Rhiawatha
Hyperion Energy Center
South Dakota
Sioux City
Iowa
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HEC
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