Legislature opens with focus on governing over politics
Leaders express optimism as the session starts. Democrats Gov. Tom Vilsack and Senate Minority Leader Mike Gronstal urge governing first and reserve campaigns for later. Republicans seek productive work with minimal political theatrics and broad consensus, while utility plans for new Iowa generating plants loom in the background.
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Legislature Faces Tough Session Amid Security Stance
Leaders from Iowa described a challenging session with wary cooperation between parties. Speakers urged patience at Capitol checkpoints after Sept 11, while stressing commitment to productive lawmaking and avoiding partisan gridlock.
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Cedar Rapids Building Boom Driven by Ice and Hail Damage
In 2001 Cedar Rapids issued 4,113 roofing permits, more than double 2000. Marion issued 189 new home permits and Coralville 151, both up from the prior year. An ice storm and a May 2001 hailstorm spurred roof claims as builders projected continued strength into 2002, with James Novak noting diversification helped weather market shifts.
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Cedar Rapids Schools Budget Proposes Reserve Increase and Bonds
The Schools Board weighs a cash reserve levy to cover delays in property tax receipts, aiming to raise the reserve to 6 to 13 million and fund a new Viola Gibson Elementary. The plan includes a 90 cent reserve levy increase, potential bond-related levies, and a 1.5 percent enrollment drop driving state funding concerns.
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Enron links to questions over handling of documents
Senators Lieberman and McCain questioned government response to Enron while noting possible influence from Enron campaign contributions. They cited contributions to McCain and Lieberman and described calls to Evans and O’Neill about stabilization efforts, with Bush not briefed on the calls.
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