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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1981
Page
4
Linn County farmers challenge proposed zoning changes arguing they curb farmland rights and housing allowances. Officials defend a fair, case by case approach while noting a June 25 final reading after a four year review.
The $3 231 leftover from the David Toma committee after expenses was divided among five groups tackling substance abuse prevention. PRIDE received 2 000 while Area Substance Abuse Council, Foundation II, Sedlacek Treatment Center at Mercy Hospital, and Lakeside Powell Ill private center got 307 75 each. Mercy Hospital and the committee co sponsored Toma's Cedar Rapids appearances. The drive raised 15 971 for expenses including airfare, speaking fees, venue rental, student transport, and Toma speech tapes for libraries. Toma, a former undercover officer and anti drug advocate, inspired the TV shows Baretta and Toma.
Marion Independent School Board, Park Board and Past 60 Group announce regular meetings this Thursday at respective local buildings. Linn-Mar School Board plans 7 30 p m at Educational Services Center. A Marion Carnegie Library book sale on Saturday June 13 runs 10 a m to 5 p m in the library auditorium. Continuous local notices list medical assistances at nearby addresses.
Five Linn-Mar school district employees who retired were recognized at receptions. Food service workers Vivian Clark, Frances Frett, and Donna Willey received honors for 4, 7, and 16 years. Helen Stephen, a business education teacher, noted 22 years. Novak elementary secretary Margaret Quass was recognized for 11 years.
John Ahart of 1938 Park Ave SE was appointed executive director of the Eastern Iowa Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The chapter serves residents in 46 eastern Iowa counties and is headquartered at Suite 105, 3343 Southgate Court SW.
Rep. Charles Stenholm of Texas argues for fiscal restraint and defense realism as he leads a conservative Democratic faction. He cites support for Reagan tax cuts and spending reductions, while critics label him a turkey or boll weevil for backing GOP-like policies.
Barnard and Leas Manufacturing Co and United Auto Workers Local 1281 reached a new three year contract ratified Friday. The company spokesman said wages and fringe benefits improve while details were not released. The plant employs about 60 people and the previous year contract expired Sunday. Barnard and Leas and Transport Trailers Inc. makes fertilizer mixing equipment and heavy trailers. Gov. Erbe instructed the Iowa Liquor Control Commission to tighten procedures.
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