Fewer Deaths Tied to High Oil Prices and Market Revival
The year sees a 9 percent drop in national motor vehicle deaths in the first five months with Iowa down about 5 percent from 205 to 195. Officials cite reduced miles driven and stricter traffic enforcement. Cedar Rapids farmers market returns to Greene Square Park after June flood, drawing nearly 10,000 attendees. ITC Holdings grants 500000 for flood relief. Major summer events include the American Legion state convention and the national horseshoe pitchers championship, expecting about 2000 visitors and 682000 in direct spending.
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Cedar Rapids
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American Legion
Cedar Rapids Opens Open Houses for River Corridor Plan
The city invites residents to three Tuesday open houses at Metro High School Madison Elementary and Washington High School to gather feedback on housing business vitality flood control and plan options. A second open house is set for Sept 9 with a third on Oct 14 to present a draft reinvestment framework.
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Kay Halloran
Brian Fagan
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Jerry McGrane
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Monica Vernon
Chuck Wieneke
Dispatch on Iowa disaster relief vote postponement
The item notes 83.5 percent voting results and asks readers to weigh in on postponing a Senate vote on nearly 4 billion in Iowa disaster relief funds until September. It includes a poll link and raises a rhetorical question about Barack Obama’s wartime leadership and the implications for American strategy.
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Iowa
Money for businesses creates jobs and services
Letter writers discuss tax policy and political aims. They argue that supporting business investment spurs employment and services while critiquing claims of Republican corporatism and Democratic tax policy. The writers defend personal responsibility and religious expression in government spaces.
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Microsoft
Pepsi
Chevron
Barack Obama
Steven Radig
Cedar Rapids
Mecca Services thanks volunteers for flood prep help
Mecca Services expresses gratitude to volunteers who sandbagged facilities including the Stevens Drive location. The staff and clients highlight community support during the flood threat and acknowledge the effort that reduced potential damage.
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Mecca Services
Stevens Drive
Wage raise too little too late by Holly Sklar
Holly Sklar argues the federal minimum wage failed to keep pace with rising costs since 1968 and 1997 gains. She cites productivity shifts, widening inequality, and calls for a $10 minimum wage in 2010 as a means to stabilize the economy and living standards.
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Countrywide Financial
Angelo Mozilo
Washington
California
Oregon
Let Justice Roll
Faith, Community, Labor and Business Coalition
Gazette Editorial Urges Timely Gas Tax Increase Debate
The Wednesday editorial argues for a gas tax increase to fund Iowa roadways as a leadership move for the governor and Legislature. It warns against further tax hikes and calls for innovative legislative solutions to avoid burdening residents and businesses during tough times.
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Iowa
Kurt Langel
Cedar Rapids
Iowa seeks nearly $4 billion disaster relief plan
Gov Chet Culver pressed Congress to aid tornado and flood hit Iowa as lawmakers unveiled a $4 billion disaster relief package aimed at Gulf Coast style aid. Senate leaders postponed action until September amid other priorities. Alliant Energy faces major steam supply disruption after June floods with Sixth Street Generating Station closed.
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Washington
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Iowa
Gulf Coast Area
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Appropriations Committee
Robert Byrd
D-W.va
Alliant Energy
Sixth Street
Alliant
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