Rob Sand enters Iowa governor race with 2026 bid
Democrat Rob Sand, Iowa auditor and a Decorah native, launched a bid for governor in 2026. He reports raising 8.6 million last year, with more than 28,000 small donations and a campaign balance of 7.5 million, while Reynolds will not seek reelection. Sand faces GOP interest and emphasizes public service over politics amid a Republican-leaning state.
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North Liberty eyes budget fix amid tax and debt shifts
Iowa lawmakers amend House Study Bill 90 to allow North Liberty to certify its 2026 budget after the deadline citing an honest mistake. The city proposes a 1.2 million increase in spending, a 0.50 rise in the property tax levy to 11.87 per thousand, and a 6 percent water rate hike as it holds a May 27 public hearing and 6 pm City Hall meeting. The city notes ample reserves and debt service funds with a pending hearing and potential budget adoption after the legislative action.
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