UNI opens new applied engineering building in Cedar Falls
UNI celebrated the ribbon cutting for its renovated 50 year old Applied Engineering Building in Cedar Falls. The project cost 44.7 million dollars with state 40 million in appropriations and 3 million in private donations. Gov Reynolds cited deferred maintenance savings and a stronger talent pipeline as benefits. Protesters joined students outside honoring transgender rights and education. Deere & Company highlighted a long partnership, noting 1200+ alumni and 90 part-time students linked to UNI.
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Iowa Tolling Not Seen As Funding Change for State Roads
Iowa lawmakers rely on the Road Use Tax Fund and TIME-21 to fund road needs. Fuel taxes remain the largest RATF revenue, with electric vehicle fees added. DOT projects totaled $1.23 billion in 2024. Tolling was studied for I-80 but deemed unsuitable for Iowa. current user fees cover investments.
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