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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1976
Page
7
The Friends of the Library voted to provide funds to buy essential periodicals until Jan 1 1977 or until revenue sharing funds arrive, whichever comes first. They oppose draining limited funds for operating budget items and warn Cedar Rapids risks gaps in its library collection if funding remains unstable.
A letter notes Cedar Rapids libraries face reduced hours while demand grows and urges bond support. Another writer praises Mr Colton and criticizes Mr LaPeters stance on the SWAT unit, urging cooperation, police reform, and acceptance of change with Colton’s leadership.
The piece discusses policing reforms, political manipulation of police, and the role of civil libertarians amid Cedar Rapids policing controversy. It urges voter awareness and cites community school board candidate nights plus quotes criticizing leadership at local agencies.
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