Low impact development gains momentum in Cedar Rapids
The Gazette editorial argues for conservation oriented growth, noting mature trees and natural features add value. It highlights Cedar Rapids zoning revisions, calls for input from Trees Forever and similar groups, and stresses ecological and economic benefits of low impact development.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Community Development Department
Vera Zakostelecky
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Trees Forever
Lake Delhi debate readers urge dredging and unity
A letter from Dan Lilly of Coralville urges Lake Delhi residents to back dredging funding and municipal incorporation. He criticizes a small group for impacting the vote, calls for donations to support Phase I dredging, and contrasts local council disagreements with broader humanitarian generosity.
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Cedar Rapids Urges Dignity for Katrina Refugees
Verrie Pearce laments Cedar Rapids plan to house 10 New Orleans refugees in the city slum, urging humane treatment and warning of judgment. She questions residents about safety and moral duties, calling for compassion and inclusion.
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Cedar Rapids
Verrie Pearce
New Justices and Strict Constructionism in U S History
Evelyn Straub Tipton argues Sept 17 marks constitutional ratification in Philadelphia 1787 and urges strict constructionists for Supreme Court vacancies. She criticizes judicial activists, notes life tenure, and warns past efforts to alter the Constitution via courts.
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Red America Isolated as Europe Turns Away
A critique argues that Europe and China will chronically oppose US leadership for decades. It urges recognizing Britain, Japan, and Australia as real allies while warning that Europe’s anti Americanism, Muslim immigration, and political shifts undermine US influence and leave America facing long isolation.
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