Regents at odds on budgets for Iowa universities
The Iowa Board of Regents and university officials debated fiscal years 1990 and 1991 budgets. They faced a November 1 deadline to submit to Gov Branstad with recommendations to the Legislature. Disputes centered library automation funding and investments in research capacity and faculty staffing.
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Iowa State and UI to lead $1.1 million regional transport center
Regents approved joint operation of a $1.1 million regional transportation research center between the University of Iowa and Iowa State University. The Region 7 center in Ames will study aging mobility, cleaner fuels, and bridge systems with a four year federal grant plus state and university contributions. Benjamin Allen will direct with David Forkenbrock as associate director.
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Iowa Department of Transportation
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ISEA head vows bigger push on school funding
Kurt Rogahn interviews Ken Tilp of the Iowa State Education Association. He says a major funding drive will target 60 million dollars for teacher salaries and a new district sharing rule change. A fall campaign will highlight community colleges and economic development.
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Iowa State Education Association
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Cedar Rapids Education Association
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Tilp
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Iowa Community College
Defense budget warned against inaction and waste
Defense expert Gordon Adams warns that 300 billion dollars spent annually on defense is not wisely used. He cites stern waves and bow waves as long term perils, noting hardware driven budgets and rising operational costs threaten future readiness and sustainability.
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Larry Siemer Kidnapping Trial Goes to Jury
A Polk County District Court jury deliberated 4.44 hours before recessing without a verdict in the first degree kidnapping case against 33 year old Larry Siemer. He was accused of handcuffing and torturing a 7 year old for months.
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