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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1988
Page
5
Gov. Terry Branstad labeled the proposed 1988 89 legislative budget of 18.1 million as astronomical and reduced it to 13.6 million. He argued the rise was beyond what the state could afford while noting legislators sought a 17.88 percent increase, trimmed to 9.7 percent.
House Speaker Donald Avenson contends the legislature’s spending rise is moderate after accounting for 27th pay period and salary increases. He cites a $1.5 million cut by Branstad and warns future reductions may be needed to stay within the governor’s $2.6 billion cap.
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad says the site for a new 200 cell medium security prison should be decided by the administration and the Department of Corrections. He cites overcrowding and budget plans of 52 million for next year and 5 million the following year. Rep. Gery Sherzan questions funding without clear plan.
Cityline lists upcoming concerts in the area and provides a contact number 363-7000 for Category 0102 inquiries. Readers are urged to call for schedules and venue information.
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