SILO plan urged to fund Iowa City schools infrastructure
Iowa City Community School District asks voters to approve a 1 percent SILO for 10 years, targeting about 104 million in new funds to upgrade aging buildings, add capacity, boost technology, and support family resource centers, with local control and stakeholder input emphasized. The measure faces Feb. 13 polls with statewide sharing rules and local retainment if passed early.
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Gazette reader protests racial descriptors in headlines
A Cedar Rapids reader argues headlines overemphasize race in crime and tragedy, urging non-denominational, non-gendered reporting. The letter criticizes phrases like Mexicans die on Interstate and Mexican steals identity as racially biased.
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Cedar Rapids
Uriel Cruz Hernandez
Miller and Abolins Vie for Linn County Auditor
Letter writers advocate for Joel Miller as the Linn County auditor candidate highlighting integrity and experience while Dan Abolins, a retired Marine officer, is praised for leadership and nonpartisan competence in the race.
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Cedar Rapids
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Letters expose election rules and local issues in Linn and Cedar Rapids
Readers urge timely submission for the Feb. 13 election letters with preference for concise viewpoints. Debates on Linn County audits continue, while Cedar Rapids residents demand skate park upgrades and safer designs. A university hospitals former head is defended for his longstanding leadership and funding success.
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SILO school tax debated amid calls for quality infrastructure
Dave Nagle defends Colloton’s $1.3 million UI donation while Tom Hobson urges quality schools to attract workers. The Gazette argues SILO tax criteria focus on discretionary needs, not essentials, stressing today’s decisions shape tomorrow’s outcomes. The piece emphasizes Linn County voters face Feb 13 decision.
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Lisbon district plans SILO funds for infrastructure needs
The Lisbon Community School District intends to use SILO monies for remodeling and infrastructure work including mechanical plumbing electrical and structural improvements and possible construction. The writer invites a meeting to discuss district needs and urges voting in the February 13 local option school tax election.
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