Cedar Rapids Mayor describes travel as essential to job
Cedar Rapids Mayor Dean Pate emphasizes out of state travel to advocate with senators and grow the local economy. He compares his efforts to predecessor Clancey and notes concrete gains like a $10 million federal grant pipeline and a $1 million first funding step for Collins Road NE.
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Mayors' travel sparks debate over state trips and funding
Cedar Rapids Mayor Paul Pate travels more than peers in Iowa City and Waterloo while Waterloo Mayor John Rooff defends frequent Washington trips. Lehman, the Iowa City mayor, is a part time leader relying on staff. Rooff cites $20 million in federal funds gained since resuming trips. Cedar Rapids allows under $2,000 trips without council approval.
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Air Force Academy Leaders Reply to Parents on Rape Allegations
In Denver AP report Air Force Secretary James Roche and General John Jumper assure incoming cadet families they are fully committed to protecting cadets supporting victims and prosecuting offenders.
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