Budget Dilemma Forces Cut Options For Cedar Rapids Police Air Unit
Cedar Rapids faces budget pressure with last year’s policing costs and a threatened elimination of the Police Air Support Unit, which operates six helicopters and two planes since 1973. The council weighs reducing the unit, not filling open jobs, raising health insurance costs, and reviewing capital carry-overs as it seeks a near 5 percent overall budget rise while avoiding tax hikes that could endanger its Aaa rating.
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Iowa lawmakers push energy bill amid tax cuts and aid shifts
House and Senate debate a plan with $15 million in heating aid funded from the innovations fund housing programs and groundwater protection funds. Gov. Vilsack proposed $20 million in assistance via a natural gas surcharge extension while Democrats and Republicans clash over sales tax phase out and energy program reallocations.
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Iowa City
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Maquoketa
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa House approves dove hunting bill before veto
The dove bill clears the House 57 41 and Senate 26 24 amid cross party support as proponents say a dove season could aid tourism and wildlife balance while opponents cite public opposition. Governor Vilsack vetoes saying focus should stay on family issues.
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Sioux City
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Heating aid available for low income families this winter
Low income households can apply for home heating assistance through HACAP and other community programs. Eligibility includes a four person income limit of 5306 for three months or 21225 for a year. Applications run through April 15 with varying payments from 250 to 490. Local HACAP offices and regional agencies list provided.
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