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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 2001
Page
1
Despite icy weather, winter sandals gain popularity at high schools and colleges this season. Students pair open footwear with warm socks and coats, sparking interest from administrators and fashion observers alike.
Nicole LeGrand a 17 year old North Cedar Rapids High School cheerleader died Saturday in a weather related accident. Her funeral was heldTuesday.
Gov. Tom Vilsack said he will veto House File 43 which would give the Natural Resources Commission authority to decide rules for mourning dove hunting. He cited lack of public support and says lawmakers should pass such policy themselves, not delegate to an appointed board. The veto move came before the measure reached his desk.
The Judiciary Committee approved John Ashcroft's nomination for attorney general by a 10-8 vote with one Democrat in support. Senator Edward Kennedy abandoned plans for a filibuster, signaling likely Senate confirmation. Concurrently Gale Norton and Christine Todd Whitman were confirmed for interior secretary and EPA director respectively.
The Iowa House voted 89 11 to suspend the sales tax on natural gas this winter and begin phasing it out next year. A 56 44 party line vote approved 15 million in LIHEAP assistance while Democrats fault reallocations from one time funds and LIHEAP to pay for the measure.
Cedar Rapids officials including Finance Commissioner Lyle Hanson consider cuts to the 2002 budget with the potential elimination of the Police Department helicopter unit. Public safety leaders oppose the move, saying it would affect Lifeline hospital service and public safety. estimated annual savings are $750,000.
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