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Former Cedar Rapids Mayor Eyes Chamber Executive Secretary Post
The Press learns former Cedar Rapids mayor Robert M. L. Johnson has applied for the Chamber of Commerce Executive Secretary role. A Chamber Board source says he seeks the post left vacant by Larry Owens. Johnson, a real estate salesman, faces opposition over past rezoning influence and a brash style. Insiders note he has clashed with the mayor, city council, county supervisors, and Linn County legislators, who question his suitability and predict possible friction if appointed. (cont. on page two)
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Robert M. L. Johnson
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Board of Directors
Johnson
Larry Owens
SR Johnson
Chamber
Robert Caldwell
County Board of Supervisors
Bob Johnson
Donald Canney
Canney
Jerry
Ovel
Pansy
General Assembly
Linn County
Robert Johnson