Meskwaki police start with tribal codes and state ties
The Meskwaki Settlement forms a tribal police department overseen by Tama County sheriff dispatches with patrols set to begin by Sept. 1. The force will enforce Iowa law alongside a new tribal criminal code only for Meskwaki members, funded by a $386000 DOJ grant covering vehicles and officer salaries.
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Louisiana Faces Paperwork Storm for Federal Rebuild Aid
Louisiana expects at least 25 billion dollars in federal money for rebuilding. The state and agencies like the Sewerage and Water Board, Regional Transit Authority, and Orleans Parish School Board must complete project worksheets for FEMA review. Approved projects receive federal aid while locals front the funds.
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Louisiana plans $25 billion federal aid package allocations
Officials propose using 25 billion in federal aid for Louisiana with 8.1 billion for damaged homes buyouts 6 billion for levee repairs 6 to 8 billion for public buildings and structures 3.5 billion for anti damage projects 697 million for highways 550 million to replace the New Orleans VA hospital and 200 million for National Guard barracks repairs. Receipts may be submitted for reimbursement and the process could take months with possible cost overruns and upfront cash needs.
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Consumers cut discretionary spending as gas prices bite
A survey by the International Council of Shopping Centers finds more than half of US households reduced discretionary spending in August due to gasoline prices near 3 dollars a gallon in parts of the country. Analysts warn gas prices may stay high while the housing market weakens and borrowing power erodes, dampening overall economy and consumer confidence.
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Wentworth, Hauser & Violich
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Mike Schwarm
Cedar Rapids copter program debated as funds dwindle
City officials weigh continuing the Vietnam War era helicopter project amid a $1 million fund drawdown. The debate centers on costs versus police needs, with regional contributions urged while UID driver in a Friday cornfield arrest is highlighted as an example of helicopter support aiding investigations.
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Public Safety
David Zahn
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Cedar Rapids
Kent Choate
Cedar Falls
Mike Klappholz
Brian Fagan
Fagan
Olson
Iowa State Patrol
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