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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 2001
Page
4
Mark Bowden serves as Executive Editor Jerry Elsen is Editor of Editorial Pages and Editorial Board Chairman Dave Storey holds a similar role. Scott Swenson is Vice President Advertising Peg Schmitz directs Circulation and Scott Swenson oversees Print Operations.
Cedar Rapids officials weigh a one year local option sales tax to fund pool upgrades and repairs. Critics promise yard signs and fierce debate citing past defeats in 1998 and 1999 while supporters tout lower interest and long term benefits.
CBS on air chatter sparked by Iowas 63 61 win over Indiana fueling speculation that Steve Alford would become Indiana coach for the next 30 years. The chatter followed Knights firing and the solid work of Mike Davis as interim coach at Indiana.
The debate over Iowa beverage container deposits pits supporters against legislators backed by some food and beverage groups. Bills SF 194 and House Study Bill 142 would keep the 1 cent handling fee for redeemed containers, hamper can redemptions by cutting local grocery options, and create a new state bureau funded by unredeemed cans. Critics warn the plan would raise taxes to cover administration unless more cans are discarded, while three bills HF 172 HF 69 SF 97 are praised as true protectors of the program.
A reader critiques Douglas McReynolds March 11 column opposing English as Iowa's official language. The writer argues language should enable communication, not suppress culture, citing immigrant communities in Iowa and the need for immigrants to express ideas while preserving traditions. The note ends with a wry remark on writing the column in English and questioning the choice.
A Cedar Rapids resident Joseph Kennedy argues for abolishing bottle and can redemption in Iowa. He cites time waste and fuel use, proposing inclusion of bottles and cans in weekly municipal recycling bins, noting Wisconsin’s long practice and cleaner highways as examples.
The Gazette welcomes letters and guest columns but not all can be printed. Submissions must include writer full name signature complete street address and daytime phone number. No anonymous work. 300 word limit per letter, one letter per writer every 30 days. Address and contact details provided for submission.
Douglas McReynolds argues against Iowa Senate Bill 165 in a March 11 guest column. He cites Census data and HHS figures to claim English proficiency is high, calls for more English learning options, and says immigrant groups like Hispanics and Asians contribute to Iowa’s economy rather than burden it.
A reader recalls Cedar Rapids in the 1950s with five railroads and two interurban lines, enjoying dining and Pullman service to major cities. They contrast past rail travel with current air travel, lament the Union Station demolition, and urge revival of rail routes over airport spending.
Hedvika Benesh of Cedar Rapids urges leaving Greene Square Building intact and using funds for feeding the hungry. She supports volunteers from churches to renovate the site, noting volunteers have served meals to many families over ten years.
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