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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 2001
Page
6
The Gazette argues against moving the State Library from the Ola Babcock Miller Building, noting the high cost of a new relocation and the building’s historic value. Librarians warn against placing books in unsuitable spaces and call for legislative backing to fund a proper site.
A Swedish lawmaker nominates soccer for 2001 peace prize arguing sport fosters understanding. Critics note riots and warlike zeal linked to matches, citing Iran US 1998 and Honduras El Salvador 1969 as counterpoints, with Orwell doubting sport as goodwill.
A Cedar Rapids reader describes cutting energy costs at home since 1990s upgrades. He highlights energy management like turning off unused devices and using solar heat, plus new furnaces, water heaters, insulation, and windows. Partners Alliant and MidAmerican aid with advice and rebates. Rich Patterson leads the Indian Creek Nature Center.
Letters condemn moving the State Library from the State Historical Building to house Capitol offices. They argue the library’s 20 million renovation supports a safe, accessible space with 32 staff and fragile collections. Critics urge citizens to lobby lawmakers to protect the library’s historic home.
Coralville resident Theresa Valenta denounces the Iowa Child Project and its 1.5 million annual visitors. She notes traffic strain and small city services, questions the $293 million price plus land and 15 to 30 million in support, and cites Des Moines and Cedar Rapids rejecting the plan.
The Gazette calls for letters up to 300 words. Include your name street address and daytime phone number, but only your name and hometown will appear. Mail to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 or send by fax or email to gazedit fyiowa com.
The piece urges political leaders to pursue cooperative governance and experiments with new voting procedures. Drawing on Iowa’s Prioritization Procedure used in 1996 to 2000 conventions, it suggests weighted voting to select top platform priorities and reduce factional divides.
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