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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1987
Page
4
Cedar Rapids safety commissioner talks of a decade of stable leadership since 1978, citing improved police training and relations. He emphasizes listening and mediation, recalls resolving housing covenant disputes by buying land near Shaver Park, and warns about low voter turnout ahead of the Tuesday election.
A 25 year police veteran from 51 Julia Ann Dr NW campaigns to head Cedar Rapids public safety. He promises to cut top brass, consolidate purchasing, cut red tape, and increase public input while criticizing current leadership and pledging to overhaul departments including police fire housing planning and zoning.
Cathy Mayor, 38, of 611 17th St NE, runs for public safety commissioner, aiming to unseat Floyd Bergen after past unsuccessful bids. Her life includes a foster child, alcoholism treatment, and a belief in addressing real issues over mudslinging, with a focus on parenting and counseling. She insists on accountability and rejects automatic re-election.
33 year old attorney cites city firefighters suit over vacation as example of poor communication. He says the public safety commissioner should listen to line personnel but not run daily department activities. He notes scheduling changes move crews to different stations harming teamwork and safety for firefighters and citizens.
1512 Melissa Place NW resident 1A Schlie enters local politics after fund raising in 1982 for Iowa 2nd District race. He calls for more police presence and fire department patrols, questions cost effectiveness of police helicopters, and criticizes city insurance for Wiley Boulevard fire loss. He would resign his law practice to serve.
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