Housing commission revival gains city support
The Cedar Rapids housing revival moves forward as Brad Hart and the City Council plan a 21 member Affordable Housing Commission. The panel would review needs, leverage resources, and identify access barriers, with seats from agencies and residents across quadrants. The Gazette urges ongoing funding and periodic roster reviews.
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Community Letters Highlight Weiner and Grassley Fire Mueller Debate
A reader lauds Janice Weiner from Iowa City for her language gifts and public service from teacher to U S consul general in Dusseldorf now state senator. The second letter urges firing Robert Mueller, criticizing supporters of continued probes and defending President Trump against political intimidation.
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Prosperity costs in booming cities and housing strains
Froma Harrap notes prosperity raises quality of life costs as factory towns fade and tech hubs draw newcomers. Seattle's growth spurs homelessness and high prices, while older neighborhoods face pressure from up zoning and new residents. Finalists like Alexandria contend with traffic and crowded transit as other cities lure Amazon workers.
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Train plan sunk in Trump budget fight in Iowa City
Adam Sullivan argues the Trump administration's rescission plan kills federal funding for the Iowa City Chicago passenger line. He notes Amtrak losses, aging rail safety issues, and the appeal of cars over trains, concluding hopes for an Iowa City station are rolling away.
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