Bertram Census Mixes Dorms With Growth Sparks Questions
The census count for Bertram Iowa misallocates dorm residents from a nearby block inflating the town’s population. Officials note block 2070 across from the old town hall shows 419 dorm residents, skewing ages and total residents and prompting scrutiny of how dormitory counts are recorded.
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Census quirk may skew Decorah council wards
City officials fear 2000 Census blocks assign Luther College students to a single ward. Ward 5 would house over 2,000 people while other wards stay under 1,500, raising concerns of unequal representation and possible difficulties for candidates to run. The city will challenge the block but must file redistributing plans by September 30.
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Banks use loophole in joint marketing exemption
Banks contend the joint marketing exemption covers only financial products and cannot be reused by outside partners. Some banks offer opt outs to information sharing with joint marketing partners, while others do not require it. The exemption was created to help small banks compete with larger rivals.
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St Pauls suspends child care due to finances
St Pauls Church suspended its subsidized child care program after determining most families pay reduced fees based on income. Church leader Burkhart said expanding services or space was not feasible, and the council hopes to reinstate the program in the future while remaining committed to local children. Janet Borholm, (319) 398-8219.
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Nagle magnifies May challenge to Nussle for Iowa Senate
Jochum warns Democrats on campaign costs with a million dollar fundraising burden every two years. Nussle, 40, of Manchester, leverages incumbency and his new chairmanship of the House Budget Committee for financial edge, acknowledged as both helpful and burdensome. Writer James Lynch.
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