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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 2001
Page
4
The Cedar Rapids City Council considers new rules limiting public comment with a three minute cap at the start and five minutes at the end of meetings. Sign ups would be required for start comments and taped for cablecast while end comments would not be taped.
The article praises Vice President Gore for presiding over the joint session that counted Electoral College ballots and certified George W. Bush as president. It notes calm handling amid protests by some Congress members, compares to Nixon and Humphrey, and commends Gore for gracious conduct and peace of mind for supporters.
Robert M.L. Johnson of Cedar Rapids argues against three and five minute time limits for public comment at council meetings. He urges responsive government, notes the need for listening to constituents, and cites use of the gavel to maintain order. Johnson cites his safety commissioner and mayor roles in Cedar Rapids.
Letters criticize the Cedar Rapids City Council for limiting public comments and TV coverage. The writer urges the mayor to master parliamentary procedure, restore order, openness, and fiduciary responsibility, and allow meaningful public input to curb haranguing and chaos at meetings.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or judge reader opinions in letters. It notes contradictions or corrections may be published later at readers’ request.
A letter from Pastor Gene H. Hermeier of First Lutheran Church argues for inclusive religious education in schools. He advocates inviting representative clergy to speak in history classes to maintain objectivity and reflect Americans’ broad belief in God and moral roots.
The Gazette invites letters up to 300 words. Writers must include name, street address and daytime phone number, but only name and hometown will be published. Each writer may submit one letter every 30 days. anonymous submissions are not accepted. Address letters to The Gazette Box 511 Cedar Rapids IA 52406 with fax or email options provided.
The Los Angeles Times editorial lauds Clinton's Friday action protecting 60 million roadless acres from exploitation, encompassing about a third of public forest land. It warns of court battles by pro development forces and promises further monument designations before January 20, 2001.
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