Cedar Bend plan gains momentum in Cedar Rapids forum
About thirty residents attended a Cedar Rapids public forum on the Cedar Bend redevelopment plan south of downtown. The plan seeks a 14 million Vision Iowa grant as part of a 50 million project, downsized from RiverRun and Destination South Side. City leaders defend Cedar Bend as tax friendly and capable of economic development without new taxes.
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Public forum on Cedar Bend Vision Iowa plans draws locals
A public forum at 7 to 9 p m at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library discussed Cedar Bend redevelopment in Cedar Rapids. Nassif, a leading philanthropist, contributed 2 million dollars to the project. The plan includes Sinclair Square on a city site near 12th Avenue SE and transformations of a landfill area into a park with trails and an amphitheater, plus a lake recreation complex with lodge and beach. Officials outlined funding, including city 9 million, Linn County 0.5 million, and potential additional 10 million in local matching from garbage fees, with private money expected to follow. Bob Chadima urged support, noting private money will come rapidly if the community maintains vision. Contact details provided for follow-up.
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Early Rotavirus uptick seen at St Luke's Cedar Rapids
Rotavirus, an intestinal infection common in children under two, is appearing earlier in Eastern Iowa. St Luke's Hospital reports more gastro symptoms in recent weeks, with bed capacity briefly exceeded but no major staffing changes. Hydration and hygiene remain key. rotavirus lasts three to 14 days.
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