Cedar Rapids approves deposit for used police helicopter purchase
The Cedar Rapids City Council voted 3-1 to spend 50000 as a deposit on a 785000 used 1990 model police helicopter. Streets Commissioner Don Thomas opposed funding citing street needs and prior bond sale. Public Safety Commissioner David Zahn and Mayor Paul Pate argued the program’s value for rescues and expanded safety, noting the helicopter has saved lives and aided river rescues.
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Unclear if Zahn must report accident in Iowa incident
Public Safety Commissioner David Zahn faced questions over an accident involving a 5-year-old boy near Shueyville. Zahn said he filed a report after KCRG-TV9 inquiries. sheriff and county attorney disagree on whether it was reportable. The boy remained hospitalized for wound care as authorities review the case.
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Freedom Festival Today Full Cedar Rapids Event Schedule
Iowa Freedom Fest features a day of events starting at 8 a.m. at the Iowa Equestrian Center and Kirkwood Community College with a Roman scavenger hunt at Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Puppet performances and puppet making workshops run at the African American Historical Museum, with evening theater, walking tours, ski team event, balloon glow, and patriotic concert at New Covenant Bible Church. Free entries with a festival button. ticketed Old Creamery shows and multiple venues around Cedar Rapids and Amana. Details at freedomfestival.com or (319) 365-8313.
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Deputy Boots cleared of burglary and theft charges
Linn County Deputy Les ter Boots was found not guilty Wednesday of second degree burglary and fifth degree theft over $140 taken from Marion Airport. The 51 year old testified he investigated a buzzing sound and may have shifted the camera unintentionally during overtime patrol, as jurors viewed footage and deliberated for about six hours.
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