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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 2001
Page
10
Doctors across Iowa prepare for possible anthrax cases with guidance from CDC alerts and state health sessions. Hospitals discuss detection, triage, and bioterrorism plans while stressing perspective amid influenza risks and public reassurance.
The Iowa Transportation Commission warns federal and state budget delays could curb highway projects and threaten air and rail plans. Officials note falling road use tax revenue and fuel tax declines, with two of ten airports already closed and possible air service consolidation. They urge funds to offset security costs while rail expansion potential hinges on federal decisions.
Cedar Rapids volunteers Peter Teahen and Lisa LaDue from the Grant Wood Area Chapter endure a long shift away from home. They flew back Tuesday from New York and Washington after more than a month at ground zero. They plan to attend a national mayor summit in Washington on Monday and the International Association of Emergency Management meeting in Riverside, California next month. They described the ongoing strain of sleep disruption, the scenes of destruction, and the risks of possible anthrax exposure while in Washington. They will consult health experts on testing before resuming normal duties.
P T Larson campaigned on a restaurant smoking ban in 2002 but won only 1.6 percent in the mayoral primary. Nine of ten surviving candidates told restaurant and bar owners that a ban faces slim odds, with officials noting no current proposal and urging lobbying if one arises. Mayor Clancey and challenger Pate say a countywide or state solution is needed to avoid unfairness if bans appear.
Cedar Rapids faces a hotel motel tax shortfall after the Sept 11 terrorist attacks reduce business travel. The 7 percent levy was expected to raise 2.1 million for the year, prompting equal percentage cuts for 49 recipients including the Convention & Visitors Bureau and U S Cellular Center. Distributions may dip in the third and fourth quarters.
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