Vision Iowa project needs more planning before funding
City leaders say more time and effort are required for a $42 million riverfront and Czech Village revitalization proposal before applying for Vision Iowa funding. Details, 1B. Damage from storms and floods starting April 8 is covered in the declaration. Details, 1B. Junior Achievement CEO Jim Hayes expresses optimism about education reform while speaking with east central Iowa volunteers. Details, 11B.
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Accent Advice Bridge Classified Comics 3-4D
Classified brief notes list sections including Crisscross 12E and aD an 10E with puzzle and wordplay hints across the page. No story or named events present.
Iowa Senate rejects first redistricting plan sets up special session
Iowa Republican senators vote 27-21 to reject the nonpartisan Legislative Service Bureau map for congressional and legislative districts. Democrats backers and one Republican support the plan. two Republicans absent. The move triggers preparation of a second map due by June 9 for a possible special session. Governor Tom Vilsack comments on the outcome.
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Deadline Timeline For Iowa Redistricting Plans
Dates outline when plans must be submitted and adopted. June 9 requires a second redistricting plan, July 10 sets a possible amendable third plan if the second is rejected, and Sept 1 calls for legislative adoption or court drawing of district lines by the Iowa Supreme Court on Gov Vilsack's state.
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West Union community supports Lindsay in critical condition
In West Union residents and Lindsay’s friends rally behind the 18 year old who moved to Clive. Lindsay remained in critical condition at University Hospitals Iowa City after doctors amputated both legs below the knees following a five day entrapment in a wreck along Interstate 35 south of Mason City. Two DOT workers found the car and alerted authorities. The Town House Cafe where she worked displayed a large banner wishing her well.
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Cedar Rapids Courthouse Funding Moves Closer
Cedar Rapids nears federal courthouse funding as the $66 million project climbs budget priority. The Judicial Conference ranked Cedar Rapids 11th this year, up from 16th last year, with Bush’s $494 million request covering only the top eight projects. Representatives Leach and Nussle urge deeper treasury funding, noting the aging building and its essential role for justice in the district.
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House OKs IRA and 401(k) limit increases amid pension incentives
The House passed a 52 billion plan by 407 to 24 to raise tax deferred IRA limits from 2000 to 5000 by 2004 and 401(k) limits from 10500 to 15000 by 2006 with added incentives for firms to offer traditional pensions. Older workers gain faster increases, while income caps remain unchanged. The bill aims at over 50 provisions to accelerate vesting, portability, and pension simplification for workers.
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