Branstad Opposes Project Labor Agreements in Iowa Debate
In Cedar Rapids debate on Oct 7 Governor Branstad opposed project labor agreements arguing they raise costs and favor out of state contractors. He cited past vetoes of prevailing wage laws and warned he would reverse such agreements if elected. Corbett discussed IJOBS funding and local labor pact adherence for the Convention Complex project and debated reallocating funds.
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Iowa City weighs self-supported downtown improvement district
About 20 people attended a meeting to discuss a self-supported municipal improvement district or SSMID. The plan would levy $2 per $1,000 assessed value on roughly 200 downtown properties, funding a manager, upkeep, and beautification across the nine-block downtown and Northside Marketplace.
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Iowa film office reboot eyed after scandal
Iowa film industry chief says the state must restart the office quickly. Full Spectrum Productions owner Newman warns of budget limits and understaffing, while noting neighboring states offer 20 to 30 percent tax credits. He suggests adopting proven models but stresses oversight improvements.
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