Linn County Jail Receives High marks from Inspector
Cedar Rapids report by Mike Richardson, Iowa's chief jail inspector, finds Linn County Jail clean and well managed and in compliance with state law. Population on inspection day was 235 of 244 capacity. Remodeling on the second floor will raise capacity to 400 by June.
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Cedar Rapids Schools Plan Levy Hike to Boost Cash Reserves
Cedar Rapids Iowa district aims to raise cash reserves from 3.25 million to 3.75 million next year, prompting a 12 to 13 cent levy increase to 12.53 per thousand. The plan keeps most department budgets flat while building a 2 percent rise for building control. The district forecasts 4.19 percent more new money from state aid for wages and benefits, with April budget certification ahead.
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Hiawatha weighs longer warranties for street work
City Council considers extending maintenance bonds to four years to curb cracking on newer streets. Street on Kacena Road cited as problem area from Stamy Road Industrial Park development. Public works officials say frost heave and trench settlement common causes. Council sees longer bonds as encouraging better upfront planning though bidding effects uncertain. Second reading set for Jan 17. three readings required.
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Engine problem forces airliner back to Cedar Rapids airport
United Airlines Flight 1094 from Cedar Rapids to Chicago returned to The Eastern Iowa Airport after an apparent engine thrust issue. The Boeing 737 landed safely with 49 passengers and five crew aboard at 12:20 pm. the flight was canceled and passengers rebooked. The cause was not determined by Tuesday afternoon.
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