Iowa Statehouse Faces Space Crunch and Redesign Study
The Iowa Legislative Council authorizes up to 250000 to study how to relieve crowding inside the Statehouse. The dome structure houses many agencies and the governor's offices, with remote workplaces and public parking issues complicating access during the legislature session. A move of some operations or court-related space to nearby sites could ease congestion, though officials have resisted relocation.
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Iowa Statehouse
Capitol
Des Moines
Statehouse
Iowa Legislative Council
House
Senate
Law Library
Supreme Court System
General Assembly
Legislative Council
Chuck Gipp
Decorah
GOP
Iowa City Considers Animal Control Ban on Circuses
The city council has asked to prohibit circuses with animals and rodeos under a proposed animal control ordinance. While supporting pet spaying and licensing, observers call a blanket ban on circuses and rodeos impractical and likely ineffective.
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Owa City
Iowa City
City Council
Board of Supervisors
Fight age discrimination with candor
Michael D. Karpeles argues older job candidates can counteract bias by openly addressing age related questions and volunteering health and personal stability details. He notes rising numbers of workers 50 and older and 65 plus, urging candid statements to project enthusiasm, fitness, and commitment.
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Michael D. Karpeles
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Prompt police response praised by Cedar Rapids resident
A Cedar Rapids resident commends rapid police action after a break in alert by a Daniels Street NE neighbor. He notes three squad cars responded and a helpful officer assisted with a door key. He urges equal response in the northwest quadrant and cites ongoing nuisance on Midway Drive NW with teen activity, vehicle incidents, litter, and calls for stricter parental rules. Ben Cottrell.
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Daniels Street NE
Northeast Quadrant
Northwest Quadrant
Midway Drive
Gazette invites public letters to editor and guest columns
The Gazette seeks public letters and guest columns addressing public business. Submissions must include writer name, signature, full address and daytime phone. Mail to Cedar Rapids Gazette Box 511 or send by fax or email. 300 word limit for letters. one letter per writer per 30 days.
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the Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids School District Budget Clarification Letter
A Cedar Rapids community official notes errors in a circulated budget claim about administrators annuities. She explains most deductions are employee retirement savings, not district expenses, and directs readers to budget documents and the annual report for accurate figures. Contact Linda Kuster for assistance.
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Cedar Rapids
Educational Services Center
Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival celebrates growth and thanks supporters
The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival marks its evolution toward a large, affordable, 1997 edition with thousands enjoying free events, a $2 festival button, and wide community backing. Plans run June 26 to July 6 with Kirkwood Community College hosting activities and a focus on veterans.
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Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Parsons Technology
Kirkwood Community College
Kirkwood
Freedom Festival
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Dale Larson
Jerry Elsen
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Knight-Ridder/Tribune Information Services
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Linda Kuster
Cedar Rapids Community Schools
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