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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1988
Page
8
Local 11 of the International Association of Firefighters asks Cedar Rapids for a 0.90 per hour raise for about 140 firefighters excluding captains who would gain 1.28 per hour. EMTs would get 0.05 more per hour and longevity pay would rise by 10 per step. City replies at 1 30 p m October 7 in City Hall.
The log lists medical emergencies at numerous addresses including 1323 First Ave SE and 4000 block of First Avenue NE. It also notes alarms malfunctioning, electrical shorts, arcing wires, and a possible extrication from an accident at 703 Fifth Ave SE.
A vacant trailer at Brothers 3 Mobile Homes, 6007 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, was destroyed by fire Friday afternoon. The $5,000 loss was reported around 5 10 p m with Cedar Terrace Fire Chief Bob Cruise saying Fairfax Fire Department assisted. Firefighters stayed about two hours and the state fire marshal continues investigation.
Outdoor programs at Indian Creek Nature Center feature a Full Moon Campfire and a Romantic Walk with Mary Puffett and proceeds for member families. A 39 mile bicycle ride begins at Ellis Park. Theatre offerings include The Amorous Flea and The Nerd, with multiple venues and price ranges. Local concerts, chili days, and Cattle Congress entertainment fill the day.
Jerry Copeland of 69 Wilson Ave. SW becomes a security guard at Washington High School earning $5.37 an hour. A longtime West Side activist and former Jefferson High booster he will patrol hallways and the parking lot while staying neutral in Jefferson Washington games. He has volunteered in schools for years and says he now goes to work smiling.
City officials say the East Post Road extension will open in late October or early November as a gravel road before paving next spring. Oakwoods Development plans 74 condominiums in Beaver Creek, with 18 units sold at $100000 plus. The project also offers 25 single family lots priced $45000 to $75000, with completion expected in about two years.
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