Overtime Costs Decline at Iowa Regent Universities in 2010
Overtime and comp time costs fell from 2009 to 2010 at Iowa three regent universities and two special schools due to budget cuts. The University of Iowa paid about 4.2 million in overtime in 2010, down from 5.7 million in 2009, with comp time around 1.5 million. ISU and UNI also reduced overtime, while UI Hospitals and Clinics accounted for 70 to 75 percent of UI overtime costs.
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AEGON dam protects Kirkwood Estates in Cedar Rapids
Linn County's AEGON dam sits atop a hill near Kirkwood Estates. The earthen high-hazard dam holds back a six acre pond and lacks an emergency action plan. DNR inspects every two years but no contact has been made with the company about missing planning.
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Egg recall fuels push for stronger food safety laws
The recall of 550 million eggs tied to Wright County Egg and Hillandale Farms in New Hampton heightens calls in Congress to overhaul the FDA budget and powers. FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg urged prompt action as illness totals from the outbreak rise. President Obama highlighted food safety as a priority while Senate stalled.
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FDA links contaminated feed to salmonella outbreak
The FDA Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition says tests show contaminated feed as a source of the salmonella outbreak. Iowa feed makers push strict handling rules to keep feed safe. The CDC warns illnesses could reach 1,470. The House committee plans September hearings on the recall. Restaurants rely on undercooked egg warnings.
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Europe Needs You For It Workers Afloat
Britain seeks sheep shearers and other skilled workers while Spain needs judo instructors and Holland eyes goldsmiths. Nations list hundreds of shortages and ease visa rules to fill jobs while domestic training lags. Abigail Morris notes policy missteps as Britain faces unique shortages including ballet dancers for Covent Garden.
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