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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 2025

Page

18

Coralville Council Hears on Civil Rights, Parks and HeartSafe Campaign

In Coralville community comments Katy Freeman urged council to oppose HF583 Iowa Civil Rights Removal Act and defend transgender citizens. Jerod Ruth sought a safer Youth Sports Park with traffic and pedestrian improvements on Dempster Drive and Forevergreen Road. Rotary Kerber HeartSafe Campaign presented by Jim Merchant and Fiona Johnson outlined AED expansion, CPR training, and a city letter endorsing cost sharing for local businesses. Public hearings approved Well 16 Improvements and Amendment 12 to the Coralville Urban Renewal Plan, with Phase 3 park upgrades outlined including relocating the baseball diamond and new trails and parking.

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Coralville Council OKs Youth Sports Park Phase and related bids

The council approved a Consulting Services Agreement with Confluence for Coralville Youth Sports Park Improvements, with design in March and construction from June to September, aiming for fall 2026 limited play and spring 2027 full use. Also approved bids for Wells 9 and 10 standby generators and various public works contracts, and heard CVB update.

Coralville City Council notes budget actions and civil rights concerns

City records show bills approved for lighting and equipment purchases, training travel, and reports. Officials discuss November December receipts totaling over 16.9 million and 7.29 million respectively, plus tax components. Community statements condemn civil rights rollbacks, urging allies to engage, with multiple council members voicing support for trans rights and inclusivity.

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