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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1990
Page
6
Jerry Elsen serves as Editor of Editorial Pages while Dave Morris is named Managing Editor for the publication. The reshuffle assigns senior roles to steer opinion content and daily news leadership.
Editorial lauds Cedar Rapids Community Schools for replacing automatic placement of first and second graders into the Extended Learning Program with a Prime Time pull out approach. No IQ tests will decide nominees, aiming for less pressure and more equal access to advanced study for eager youngsters. The piece praises teacher driven nominations and warns against overreliance on testing at age six, urging other districts to consider similar changes.
The Marion Iowa bypass project remains tangled after 15 months in the state five year plan. Developers and residents contend miscommunication at hearings led to homes built in the corridor creating unpurchased lots. By 1993 land purchases were planned for a project expected to ease Seventh Avenue traffic, though critics warn of environmental and property costs.
The Jan 9 Outlooks column notes global reactions to the Panama invasion, citing UN and OAS condemnations and skeptical domestic sentiment. It argues for a multilateral, UN-centered approach and urges citizen education and involvement through UNA-USA forums.
A Feb 3 letter argues the proposed water rate increase is a bailout for the Water Department and urges linking sewer charges to sewer use rather than gross water consumption. The writer says a public hearing is overdue and warns current plans may unfairly burden consumers.
A reader urges protection of abortion rights against protests and political pressure. The letter attacks extremist groups and Rep. Tom Tauke for voting to deny abortion access even in rape and incest cases. It argues rights belong to women, not distant lawmakers, warning of a return to women being barefoot and pregnant.
The author defends Miller's Automotive against negative opinions, noting 44 years of reputable work, city bidding for towing contracts, and that Miller's responds to accidents and law violations. The letter urges readers to follow parking laws and avoid blaming Miller's for towing actions.
The Gazette highlighted Foundation II Crisis Center volunteers in Cedar Rapids who intervened in two suicide attempts by listening, responding with understanding, and guiding emergency services. The writer praises Paul, Rosie, Barb, Nance, Carter and 32 other volunteers for their caring work.
A Cedar Rapids snow plow operator voices frustration with obstructed streets and drivers who fail to move cars or limit parking. He urges residents to stay home in storms, give plows room, and allow crews to load sand and clear downtown routes without interference.
Critics claim Harkin raises more outside funds, noting over 80 percent of Tom Harkin’s contributions come from outside Iowa. They argue Tauke gains more support from loyal Iowans and small town donors.
The staff of Alternative Services for Youth and Families thanks local businesses for a swift, generous response to provide gifts for disadvantaged youth and families during the holidays. Amy Russell and Joan Murrin applaud the community spirit and note the agency’s location at 1228 Third Ave SE.
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