Corbett questions flood consultants as city eyes plan
Cedar Rapids mayor Ron Corbett questions the need to hire either consulting team as the city moves from two years of flood recovery planning to implementation. Council members note current staff and strong ties to Capitol Hill and the Army Corps of Engineers. A decision on Aug 24 will choose a preferred team to assist post flood work.
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I C downtown pianos may become permanent in Iowa City
Iowa City plans to expand the downtown piano project after two pianos were placed for public use. Merchants Marc Moen and Mark Ginsberg propose five new locations pending city approval. Current pianos run as a trial until Oct 1, with possible temporary permits and a potential city code amendment for permanent status. The City Council will discuss at the work session, and no complaints have been reported.
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Lisbon Council Backs Highway 30 Bypass Plan
Lisbon City Council endorses Alternative A for the Highway 30 bypass after a presentation by Iowa Department of Transportation officials. The 2001 design aims for direct bypass access to Lisbon's commercial district, reinforcing downtown traffic relief.
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