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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1999
Page
1
In Des Moines on Tuesday Iowa turnout reached about 23 percent as voters rejected two constitutional changes on spending limits and tax increases. Supporters vow to return with a stronger Taxpayers Rights Amendment linking local property tax ceilings to state spending controls.
The ballot shows a yes vote of 99 percent on the spending question with a 60 percent majority to raise taxes. Precinct reporting stands at 97 percent, with A8 percent and 52 percent figures appearing in the tally across districts.
University of Iowa quarterback Randy Reiners was arrested Tuesday on an alcohol related offense, his second such offense in 18 months. Details, 10.
H R Block plans to acquire McGladrey and Pullen, a Minneapolis based firm founded in Cedar Rapids in 1926. The deal details appear on page 6C of the edition.
Kris Ihle will race in the Alliant Energy Fifth Season 8K this weekend. The article notes her past challenges with the sport and hints at her preparations for the event.
Census figures show Cedar Rapids expanded by 5.3 percent during the 1990s, signaling broader growth in major Iowa cities. Details appear on page 1B.
Summer fleas pose health risks to pets and require preventive measures. The Accent 6B piece outlines practical steps for keeping dogs and cats flea free, including grooming, regular baths, yard maintenance, and veterinarian guidance to avoid bites, dermatitis, and allergic reactions.
Youth Plus in Thursday's Gazette reports Upward Bound program guiding teens in leadership teamwork and communication to prepare for college success.
In Johnson County Iowa Democratic candidate Carol Thompson defeated Independent John Boardman 9787 to 5714 to retain the board of supervisors seat. Thompson will serve the balance of Bellcom's term expiring December 31 2000 and plans to push a living wage ordinance and join housing task force and space needs committee.
President Clinton unveiled a plan to help seniors pay for prescription drugs up to 1000 annually, in return for a 24 monthly patient charge. The proposal aims to strengthen Medicare solvency to 2027, with 20 percent co payments for lab tests and higher deductibles, while low income beneficiaries receive drug coverage without premiums.
Dick Hogan reports that rising medicine prices push low income seniors toward choosing between medications and food and even bankruptcy. President Clinton proposes a $24 monthly premium for a $2000 annual drug benefit with no premium for incomes under $11 000 for individuals and under $17 000 for couples. Leta Wall of Cedar Rapids notes high yearly drug costs and fears for those forced to skip essentials while Judy Parks of Heritage Agency on Aging cites seniors across seven counties facing tough choices.
The proposal envisions government paying 50 percent of a beneficiary’s drug costs from the first prescription of each year, with annual caps rising from 2002 to 2008. Initial cap set at $2,000, government up to $1,000, and a $24 monthly fee. later cap grows to $5,000, government up to $2,500, and a $44 monthly fee. Drug coverage would be voluntary.
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