City election poll plan faces legal risk and delays
Baker and city officials explore an exit poll at the November council election. Iowa law restricts polls on non city matters and could affect turnout. Slockett warns printing on the ballot risks legal challenges and requests action by September 22 to enable reversal.
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Financial updates hotline numbers and category access
CityLine offers latest financial updates via two dial-in numbers 363 7000 and 337 7000. Users should enter category 1500 to access current market and economic information.
IES executives leave as cost cuts loom and growth plan begins
IES Industries fires four top executives amid cost cutting tied to a May Iowa Utilities Board decision that trimmed electric rates by 17 million dollars and required an 8 million dollar refund. Jim Hoffman appointed to lead a new group for customer service, regulatory, and marketing efforts as the company pursues a long term growth strategy and possible divestitures.
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Daughters honor father by fighting drunk driving tragedy
Angela and Pamela Poppe recount the death of their father John Poppe in a drunken driving crash that killed him and injured their mother. They organize a Labor Day bumper sticker campaign and public service announcements to deter DUI, with Pamela speaking in Reality Alcohol Prevention sessions for first offenses.
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