Editorial SOTU shows compromise with caveats in Iowa view
The Gazette reviews the State of the Union and Joni Ernst response noting moments of bipartisanship and lingering partisan tensions. It highlights Ernst urging Washington to work together while acknowledging Obamacare concerns and GOP Senate realities.
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Readers urge action on Iowa mental health care and toll roads
Letters criticize Gov Branstad for omitting two state mental health facility closures and warn of increased prison admissions without replacement programs. A resident argues tolls should be used to share costs, noting I Pass saves time, while others propose downtown redevelopment ideas for Cedar Rapids including stores, entertainment, and walkable services.
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Cedar Rapids Seeks Public Input On Five Year Housing Plan
Paula Mitchell invites residents to share housing priorities at an open house and survey today 4 to 7 p m at City Services Center 500 15th Ave SW Cedar Rapids. The city relies on CDBG and HOME funds to boost housing and economic opportunities amid funding cuts.
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Editorial guidelines for letters to the editor
The Gazette outlines how readers may submit letters by email or postal mail. It provides an editorial process note and a contact phone number for questions.
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Iowa moves to scrap 4 inch topsoil rule for builders
The Iowa Environmental Protection Commission voted 8 0 to start a rule change that could remove the 4 inch topsoil restoration requirement on new builds. Stakeholders allied with Gov. Branstad push for a less measurable standard while public hearings loom and concerns grow about water quality and runoff.
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