State road transfers seen as logical for local control
The Iowa Department of Transportation moves to transfer some roads to local governments to reduce state costs and streamline development. Cedar Rapids weighs taking control of Highway 965, while Johnson and Linn counties discuss Highway 94 and Highway 920. Local decisions hinge on growth, planning, and costs, with state funds tied to some improvements.
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Iowa
Sixth Street
Johnson County
Cedar Rapids
Don Thomas
DOT Eadandt
Pat Harney
Jim Houser
Linn County
Palo
Center Point
Walker
Benton County
Cedar Rapids bids for Johnson County road jurisdiction
Johnson County property owners and officials seek clearer communication as Cedar Rapids moves to take over a road extending nearly a mile into Johnson County. County leaders say they learned of the action from news reports and expect a public informational meeting to address questions.
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Ohnson County
Cedar Rapids
Johnson County
Jim Houser
Pat Harney
Linn
Johnson
Harney
Ride the Bus to Work Week Encourages Transit Use
Dave Gosch of Five Seasons Transportation promotes Ride the Bus to Work Week highlighting environmental and economic benefits. He notes increased ridership, employer participation, and tax free commuter options while urging nonparticipants to sign up and consider mass transit.
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Iowa
California
Linn County
Metro Area
Inter
Cedar Rapids critique of RiverRun and tax plans
A Cedar Rapids reader argues against RiverRun and new taxes, calling the river project and other city ventures non self supporting. The letter notes a 230000 study, layoffs, and a two year 1 cent sales tax cannot cover a 154 million cost, suggesting a riverboat casino as a self sustaining alternative. The writer urges voting against new taxes and invites others to join CANT and make a difference.
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RiverRun
Cedar Rapids
U.S. Cellular Center
Common Sense
RiverRun Faces Cedar Rapids Leaders Backing RiverRun
The Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership class has chosen RiverRun as their project citing strong community support. Early surveys show more than half of residents backing the plan with job creation and wages projected to rise in the first three years.
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Cedar Rapids
Students urge Cedar Rapids smoking ban at restaurants
Amanda Booth and Jefferson High School students press for a restaurant smoking ban in Cedar Rapids. The Gazette reports City Council hearings with Mayor Paul Pate deflecting leadership to other government levels, prompting questions about local action and timing.
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Ployers
Cedar Rapids
Paul Pate
Hiawatha
Tom Patterson
Marion
Vic Klopfenstein
Linn County
Lu Barron
Amanda Booth
Jefferson High School
the Gazette
Booth
Pate
Four Oaks directors urge expanded funding for child services
A Four Oaks board member commends staff and clients including Leisha Nagel while calling for higher state spending to avoid service caps. The open letter urges Iowa Department of Human Services and lawmakers to increase funding to treat all children in need and address budget cuts.
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Four Oaks Board of Directors
Risen
Leisha Nagel
Four Oaks
Leisha
the Gazette
Iowa
Department of Human Services
Gazette Letters Open for Readers Submissions
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Include name street address and daytime phone number. Only name and hometown publish with the letter. Send to Letters to the Editor Cedar Rapids IA 52406 Box 511 or by fax or email.
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