City weighs outdoor seating on Pedestrian Mall amid winter concerns
Gazette reports City studies revising the sidewalk cafe ordinance to move outdoor tables toward the mall center near downtown restaurants. Economic development coordinator David Schoon says four to five tables could sit near the center with an 8 foot fire lane. council may discuss in April.
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BDG Raises Grants for Vinton Projects and Downtown mural Search
The Benton Development Group reports 177000 in grants in the last year and seeks 1.2 million more for local projects including Happy Time Child Care. The downtown mural project seeks funds to boost Vinton as a tourist spot in Iowa.
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Ollendieck
BDG Board
Iowa
City to hire auditor for ice arena project
Cedar Rapids Parks Commissioner Dale Todd will urge hiring a private auditor to review all Cedar Rapids Ice Arena bills. An outside review is expected as a third change order brings the project to about 12.6 million dollars, with total costs near 13 million. Todd took over from former Finance Commissioner Ole Munson to publish a complete financial picture.
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Munson
Everest Watch Resources Through NIE Lending Library
NIE program offers books and a video to help students explore the Mount Everest experience. Request informational sections with maps and activities for classroom use. Daily Gazette copies available at reduced educational rate. Periodic expedition reports begin in April with May daily updates.
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