Lessons from 2008 flood guide Cedar River defense
Rapids area leaders say the 2008 flood lessons shaped this week’s response as Cedar River levels stayed well below the historic 21.97 feet. City officials Kris Gulick and Justin Shields emphasize increased flood-fighting experience since the multibillion disaster and stress ongoing leadership from current and former council members.
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the Gazette
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Cedar Rapids
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Justin Shields
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Cedar Rapids flood relief seen in 2016 coverage
City leaders reflect on the flood week as evacuated residents return and downtown businesses prepare to reopen. The Gazette notes improved planning and sand filled barriers as temporary flood protection. Cole McCray installs a booth for Need Pizza as the evacuation zone reopens to the public.
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Stephen Mally
the Gazette
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Health Care VP and Medical Dean Robillard Steps Down
Jean Robillard, longtime vice president for medical affairs of UI Health Care since 2007 and dean of the Carver College of Medicine, will step down but remain on the faculty in pediatrics. He has overseen UI Hospitals and Clinics and UI Physicians and intends to stay in a faculty role.
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Neighbors split vote allows Kinnick-like house in Iowa City
The Iowa City Board of Adjustment deadlocked 2-2 over a Decorah couple’s permit to build a home resembling Kinnick Stadium in an Iowa City neighborhood. Neighbors said they will likely pursue court action to challenge the plan.
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