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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 2013

Page

9

Cedar Rapids election focuses on street fixes and LOST

Cedar Rapids voters face a contested city council race with 17 candidates including the mayor, while a 10 year extension of the 1 cent local option sales tax LO ST is on the ballot to fund street repairs. Critics cite past misuses of funds and residents seek clearer accountability and faster pavement fixes.

Oakland Road Cedar Rapids Linn County Cedar Rap Insight Gazette Todd Dorman

Pothole Debate Spurs Cedar Rapids Street Funding

The Cedar Rapids Fix the Streets Committee, chaired by former Streets Commissioner Don Thomas, seeks a ten year extension of the 1 cent local option sales tax to fund street repairs. The November 5 ballot carries the measure amid years of aging roads and mixed public opinion.

Malcolm Gladwell Cedar Rapids the Gazette Don Thomas

Kirkwood’s education centers expand access across Linn County

Jennifer Hemmingsen argues for regional education centers linking Kirkwood Community College with local K-12 districts and industries to broaden course access and lower costs. She notes tuition savings for Linn County families, strong enrollment in two regional sites, and the value of mixed-age classrooms for career readiness.

Kirkwood Community College Kirkwood Linn County Jones County

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