University official warns PMIS plan needs caution
Mary Jo Small of the University of Iowa urged caution in launching a state Personnel Management Information System at a Kirkwood Community College hearing. She noted about 40 data elements per employee and potential development costs, urging inquiry into how each data piece will be used. A separate hearing for business people is planned for Jan 17 in Waterloo at the Recreation and Arts Center.
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Iowa considers paperwork impact statements for new bills
A legislative subcommittee in Cedar Rapids explores a bill requiring a paperwork impact statement with each proposed law to estimate the data burden. Iowa officials cite federal precedent, with testimony from Dr. Robert Benton and state leaders on evaluating report usefulness and potential efficiency gains.
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Health official calls vague exemptions in immunization law
In Linn District Court hearings on a challenge to Iowa's new immunization law, Gary Hogelin said the law lacks clear religious exemptions. Dr. Martin Myers testified on disease incidence, noting no diphtheria since 1968 and low tetanus rates, while urging vaccination to avoid epidemic risk despite possible side effects.
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Marion YMCA announces basketball program for youngsters
Youth basketball instruction for second through fourth graders starts January 28 at the Marion YMCA. Sign up at the Marion Y. Call 377-7361 for details. The day includes a schedule of fitness classes, gymnastics, swimming and youth activities at the Marion branch.
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Marion residents conserve water despite new homes
A 1977 report by Water Department Superintendent Jack Fairley shows Marion residents used 586,998,000 gallons of water, an average of 1,608,000 gallons daily, down slightly from 1976. Despite 134 new homes with meters, daily use remained steady, suggesting conservation amid rising growth.
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Environment talks at Mount Mercy College this month
Public environment lectures listed for Mount Mercy College as part of an Interim course. Martin Andreas of Corn Sweeteners Inc. speaks on Business and Environment at 3 p.m. in room 310 Warde Hall. Dr. David Hammond of Iowa State Extension covers Energy and Agriculture in Iowa at noon January 18 in 302 Donnelly. Ann Frenzen of the Solid Waste Disposal Commission speaks January 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. in 310 Warde on Environmental Quality and City Ordinance concerns.
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