City program targets nuisance properties in Cedar Rapids area
Cedar Rapids launches SAFE CR to compel nuisance property owners to fix unsanitary, infested homes. Officials say fees motivate action, while Building Services can pursue demolition. Landlords dispute fees. program includes background checks and landlord training with a Oct. 21 session near capacity.
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Cedar Rapids casino studies proceed amid revenue questions
Iowa officials discussed state casino market studies and a Cedar Rapids license while noting a 1.48 percent drop in adjusted gross receipts across the states 15 casinos and three racetrack venues. Riverside Casino CEO Dan Kehl warned Cedar Rapids could impact Eastern Iowa, as Davenport prepares a new land based casino along I 80 Brady Street.
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Corbett and Hughes clash at forum over taxes and flood aid
The forum features Cedar Rapids mayoral candidate Corbett urging residents to learn the facts and back a 10 year local option sales tax to fix streets while challenger Hughes accuses city leaders of misusing flood recovery funds. Corbett defends spending and highlights flood aid and future flood protections tied to east and west side property values and a proposed casino. The event is hosted by the League of Women Voters Linn County.
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Shutdown questions sandbag federal work across projects and agencies
The partial government shutdown affects federally funded highway projects with 783000 construction workers on site. Regulators like meat and poultry inspectors stay on duty to protect public safety while agencies review labels and permits for alcohol and NASA related work faces talent uncertainty as executives weigh options.
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