City weighs flood area fate as trailers arrive rates loom
City leaders debate rapid demolition or buyout for about 4 000 flood damaged homes with FEMA buyout timelines of 18 months and first trailers expected within 30 days. Officials push for quick temporary housing and flood protection plans while coordinating with FEMA and Army Corps of Engineers.
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Fewer than expected seeking jobless benefits
Cedar Rapids flood prompts low unemployment benefit claims as 6,000 to 7,000 workers were expected to file. Iowa Workforce Development manager Carlos Vega notes many focus on cleanup and that some employers keep paying, predicting a surge when flood relief ends. Apply at local offices or online. Cedar Rapids office: 800 Seventh St SE. Iowa City office: 1700 S First St Suite 11B.
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Vandalism at Children’s Zoo Raises Alarm After Hay Shed Fire
In February vandals burned the zoo hay shed causing 14000 dollars in damage. No animals harmed and no arrests made. Police seek tips at 319 286 5440 with anonymous calls allowed. Duck exhibit closed for cleanup and pond sanitation before reopening after more ducks are purchased.
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Volunteers rally online to aid Cedar Rapids flood relief
The flood site www2008floodorg spurred volunteers to assist Cedar Rapids neighborhoods. West of Marion coordinated crews nightly with up to 50 volunteers weekly, aiding about a dozen residents so far. The United Way of Johnson County and Serve the City linked volunteers with local cleanup needs as nearly 500 posts appeared since June 13.
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Gazette Wedding Announcements Contact Details
The Gazette invites readers to submit engagements weddings and anniversaries using official forms for a polished write up. For assistance call 368 8873 or 1 800 397 8212 for details and deadlines.
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Jobs to aid displaced workers at flood damaged museum
Grants will fund general labor for cleanup and moving a 1700 piece collection back into the museum at 55 12th St. SE. Workers may assist with flood cleanup now and exhibit work later. apply through Iowa Workforce Development offices in Cedar Rapids at 800 Seventh St. SE and Iowa City at 1700 S First St Suite 11B.
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Eastern Iowa picks up flood cleanup jobs under $17.1 million plan
State and federal funding will create six month positions across eastern Iowa for government agencies and nonprofits. The $17.1 million NEA will employ about 550 flood-displaced workers statewide, with listed placements in Allamakee, Clayton, Johnson, Linn, Winneshiek counties and others, including conservation, emergency management, and youth programs.
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