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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1997
Page
6
Legislative leaders push for careful consideration of an income tax rate cut amid a $900 million surplus and steady revenue growth. House aims for 15 percent cut, with Senate undecided on a single percentage. Analysts warn a 4 percent growth scenario could yield a $190 million three year deficit.
Johnson and Linn counties consider combining the recorder and auditor offices. O'Neill plans March retirement in Johnson County after 31 percent years. In Linn County Joan McCalmant was appointed recorder and debate over special elections arose as candidates weigh the post.
The piece lauds Kenneth Starr for reversing his stance on Whitewater and pledging commitment to truth, while criticizing President Clinton and campaign finance issues. It highlights Starr's honesty, defense against subpoenas, and calls for further investigations into foreign donations and related figures.
A Cedar Rapids reader argues against deporting Mexican workers, praising their hard work and seeking policy changes to allow legal status or naturalization rather than forced removal. The letter condemns hostile attitudes and urges humane treatment and recognition of positive community contributions.
A letter condemns Linn County officials led by Supervisor Lumir Dostal for inaction on dangerous roads. The writer cites Highway 13 and County Home Road problems, unsafe driving, and calls for proactive measures rather than waiting on petitions.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include full name street address and daytime phone number for verification, but publish only your name and hometown with the letter. Send to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 or by fax or email listed.
A resident suggests restoring Ely Road alignment and building an underpass under Highway 30 to ease traffic. The Hoover Trail would pass beneath 30 and follow Ely Road to a completed segment at 76th Avenue, with 41st Avenue SW extended to Ely Road.
A letter cites a Feb 17 Gazette report that the Iowa Senate will debate making English the official language. The writer urges local boards to pass resolutions reinforcing state law and to require procedures and publications in English. The piece mocks fears of creeping foreignism and defends legislative action.
The letters touch on word play and language flaws. Sara McDermott recalls a funny homonym note from a paper carrier in the early 1970s. Alvin Cummings critiques wording in a GOP article and apologizes for a salutation mix up with Karl Goellner.
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