Regulators Split Over Cedar Rapids Casino License Decision
Cedar Rapids regulators approach Thursday vote as the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission remains undecided on granting a license for a downtown Cedar Rapids casino. Officials indicate there are not enough votes either for or against at this stage.
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Cedar Rapids casino proposals head for regulators vote
Regulators debate three Cedar Rapids casino plans at an 8:30 a m session. Chair Richard Arnold mediates as commissioners listen to public input and review reports before a possible 9:30 a m decision. Proposals include Wild Rose Cedar Rapids at Skogman Building and Cedar Crossing CASINOS from Cedar Rapids Development Group Peninsula Pacific.
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Cedar Rapids to widen use of DragonCam in schools and work zones
Cedar Rapids police will send speeding violation notices to about 60 Prairie High School students. The new DragonCam speed camera will be deployed citywide with emphasis on construction and school zones, replacing prior Gatso cameras under a revenue-sharing plan.
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UI expanding efforts for Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation
The University of Iowa partners with Bruce May to push a new Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation as demand grows for workspace and startup support. UI business school dean cites the Urs Bedell Entrepreneurship Learning Laboratory housing 16 offices and limited capacity, with 60 to 80 student ventures annually.
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Iowa Senate delays human resources plan over concerns
Senate Majority Leader Bill Dix says a plan to hire a human resources officer is on hold while consulting an independent professional. House Speaker Linda Upmeyer says the House will proceed with hiring its own HR director. The dispute centers on accountability and the handling of a sexual harassment verdict.
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