Kiwanians Induct 1st Women in Cedar Rapids
Downtown Cedar Rapids Kiwanis Club inducted its first women members Karlett Bever and Patricia Tesar at the Roosevelt Hotel. Aaron Randolph Jr. said the club extended invitations before the Kiwanis International vote on July 7 and chose to align with by laws while awaiting broader change.
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Downtown Kiwanis Club
Cedar Rapids
Kiwanis International
Karlett Bever
Parkland Dr
Patricia Tesar
Marilyn Dr. NE
Roosevelt Hotel
Aaron Randolph Jr
Cedar Rapids Club
Randolph
Log Assault and Robbery Incidents Across City
Michel Foster 22 of 828 C Ave NW faces assault with a dangerous weapon after allegedly aiming a handgun at Demita Morgan on Aug 8 and was released after promising to appear in court. Diane Bemer 23 reports being robbed at Spanky's after a confrontation over alleged underage status. she received hospital care. Fire calls record multiple alarms and medical emergencies across several streets with a major blaze at 645 16th Ave SW, likely VA property, under investigation. The page notes Isaac Singer's 1851 sewing machine patent alongside a Veterans Administration building fire.
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Michel Foster
C Ave
Demita Morgan
Avenue NW
Foster
Diane Bemer
Center St. NE
Spanky's
Third Ave
Bemer
Benner
Cedar Rapids considers city gifts reporting ordinance
The Cedar Rapids City Council approved first reading of an ordinance requiring city employees and their families to report gifts over 150 dollars from donors tied to decisions. It covers officials spouses and entities with 10 percent city stock, excludes campaign contributions and tasty meals, with reports to Linn County authorities.
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Sloman Wovu
Dick Hogan
Gazeto Stat
Cedar Rapids
Lois Keller
County considers ordinance on enforcement and funding
Linn County officials discuss a proposed four page ordinance filed with the City Clerk. Assistant County Attorney Mona Knoll notes no enforcement provision in state code and no mandate for county enforcement. the county supervisors will review with other elected officials on Sept. 1.
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Linn
Linn County
Mona Knoll
Cedar Rapids approves taxi and limousine ordinance
After a year of study Cedar Rapids adopted a detailed ordinance governing taxi and limousine operations. It sets license fees fares and definitions of the two services and takes effect September 16. The measure aims to regulate competition and clarify rules for airport linked services while allowing unscheduled stops for airport contracts.
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Meamer Sioman Wovain
Cedar Rapids
Ing
Pool renovation bid approved in Owa City
City Council awards a 788000 dollar contract to Larsen Construction Co. the low bidder for City Park Pool renovations. The project estimate has been revised down to 770300 dollars after changes in specifications. A petition questioned open air bathhouse design but Parks Director Terry Trueblood says a roof protects patrons equipment and the bathhouse from weather and vandalism.
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Owa City
Larsen Construction Co
Council
Parks and Recreation
Terry Trueblood
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10Th Avenue
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Southgate Ct
First Ave
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Collins Ro
Third Avenue
Isaac Singer
Erage Aehind
Veterans Administration
C.R. City Council
Ceuion
Commission
Wan Furniture Aa
Saxony
Carpet & Furniture Center
Misses Ay
Iesour
Perera
Younkers
VISA
Mastercard
American Express
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