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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 2011
Page
4
The Gazette editorial Board criticizes a House Study Bill 93 that would permit red light and speed cameras with statewide rules, noting existing city use and questioning the need for state intrusion. It also opposes a proposed 20 percent income tax cut, warning of revenue loss and potential harm to education and services.
The writer argues Gazette price inflation outpaces general inflation, citing 1954 and 1964 costs in 2010 dollars and comparing to corn price trends from the 1940s to 2010s. He notes auto prevalence and living standards in Iowa, referencing Bill Jamison and Brad Wilson.
Reader urges public cooperation with Cedar Rapids and Marion officials, defending a one cent sales tax to rebuild roads and schools. Criticizes past mayoral leadership and cites broader political threats from Koch-backed policy moves affecting workers and unions. Bill Albert Amana.
The second State of the City address by Mayor Ron Corbett calls on Cedar Rapids and Linn County residents to back extending the local option sales tax for flood control and streets in the May 3 election. He warns federal funding timelines may delay rebuilding after 2008 floods.
Reader Wendell R. Carlson argues Iowa should permit mourning dove hunting to boost license revenue and maintain DNR standards. He cites population estimates around 400000 doves annually and criticizes years of debate without action.
The writer argues for installing roundabouts at the Iowa Highway 1 and U S 30 junction. Citing New Zealand experience, they claim roundabouts improve freedom of flow, eliminate signal costs, and reduce accidents, noting space as a minor drawback and praising safety and efficiency.
An opinion piece argues that the financial crisis was caused by risky bets by financial wizards, not by unions or public workers. It questions why governors and officials must bear the burden for others' mistakes and calls for accountability.
Elaine Drahn of Belle Plaine argues the Gazette’s February 16 front page misleads readers about Gov. Branstad’s sacrifices. She notes his 2010 unpaid campaign, resignation from a $357000-a-year college presidency, and $403000 total compensation push for a $130000 salary plus $50000 pension.
Gov. Terry Branstad continues to push a statewide ban on project labor agreements arguing they raise costs, while Cedar Rapids and local officials seek local compromise. He defends the order as honoring a campaign promise and criticizes past policy for favoritism.
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