Quiet zones edge closer as CRANDIC joins rail plan
City aims to complete Phase B by 2025 with upgrades to crossings for a federal quiet zone. Union Pacific Canadian National and CRANDIC are involved as design begins and Federal Railroad Administration approval is pursued. Delays stem from railroads securing materials.
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Quiet Zone Phases Move Ahead in Cedar Rapids Plan
Cedar Rapids outlines Quiet Zone Phase A from Stickle Drive NE to Fifth Avenue SE with an estimated 13.9 million dollar cost and phased work through 2026. City officials cite optimistic talks with Canadian National and rail agencies while noting delays may extend timelines beyond initial expectations.
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Iowa AEA changes pass amid outcry over funding and control
Republicans push a major AEA reform bill with 2.5 percent school funding rise and new oversight. The law shifts special education funding, moves oversight to the state education department, and creates a department of education division, while Democrats protest transparency, affordability, and impact on special education.
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