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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 15, 2010
Page
1
State officials confirm emerald ash borer found in far northeast Iowa. Cedar Rapids and Iowa City leaders say they are taking early steps to prepare, stressing there is no need for panic despite the insect’s deadly track record against ash trees.
Officials urge against moving firewood and advise campers to buy wood at the camp. Ash tree owners should not rush to cut or treat. spread may take time. Homeowners near infestations may treat small trees. larger trees require professionals. Consider diverse, nonabundant species. More info at extension lastate edu PME EmeraldAsh Borer.
Landlords seek cooperative ownership status to reduce property taxes arguing cities and schools could lose millions in revenue if tax exemptions expand. Local officials weigh potential fiscal impact and housing implications amid debates over incentives and housing policy.
Ames and Becky Buxton converted four owned apartment buildings into housing cooperatives to reduce property taxes, but Iowa City officials classify them as commercial. State assessors note a broader trend of owners seeking reclassification, arguing co ops involve non profit occupancy while apartments operate for profit.
Lawmakers near a package extending more than 50 expired tax breaks for homeowners businesses and shoppers in no income tax states. The bill would raise taxes on investment fund managers to cover the cost and add unemployment benefits and health insurance subsidies through year end with details still under negotiation.
The NBC drama ends its 20 year run tying Gunsmoke as TV's longest running series. Stars include Jeremy Sisto Anthony Anderson Linus Roache Alana De La Garza Sam Waterston and S Epatha Merkerson who moves on.
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