Economy committee reports potential savings on reforms
Governor Robert Ray named a 70 member economy committee which produced 560 recommendations in February. It argued $24 million could be saved if enacted, though only about two dozen were put into law. The piece notes executive action could have carried 70 percent of proposals, and highlights changes to the Iowa Liquor Control Commission and creation of a general services commission. It also discusses a four year term for top state offices and questions the value of annual sessions.
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Robert Ray
Economy Committee
Iowa Liquor Control Commission
General Services Commission
Roger Jepsen
Interstate Power to Erect New Downtown Building
Delweinites welcomed news that Interstate Power Company will replace the damaged National dime store site at South Frederick and 1st St with a new building. The corner, ruined by the 1968 tornado, remains an empty lot while plans move forward, with construction expected to start this fall per the architect.
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Interstate Power Company
South Frederick and
1St St
National Dime Store
Wardell
Goodyear
Tornada
Interstate Power Co
Current Plains
Greater New York should govern as a single city state
A commentary argues Mayor Lindsay should push to make New York City a self governing unit within federal folds, carving out Greater New York from upstate counties. It urges replacing Albany control with direct federal recognition, like London, to empower cities to manage taxes and welfare, amid migration and urban decline.
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State of
New York
City of
New York City
Upstate
London
Westchester
Counties
Greater
Senate
Des Moines Driving Test Reform Considered
In Des Moines the state weighs driver education reforms, possibly replacing the driving test with teachercertified competence and random testing. Commissioner Sellers may limit testing, reduce patrol examiner workload, and consider civilian staff funded by federal aid. schools might be reimbursed for students who start driver ed.
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Harrison Weber
DES Moines
DPA
Sifets
Sellers
Wevinse
Highway Patrol
Dear Abby column and Hazelton briefs mixed notes
Dear Abby letters discuss weight loss smoking doctors nudity and engagement issues while Hazelton briefs cover local visits and travel notes. The mixed items mention a doctor’s smoking stance, a dog birthday card contest, and several residents visiting relatives in Dallas Minneapolis and the Netherlands.
First Senior Citizens Way at the Iowa State Fair
The Iowa Aging Commission invites county seniors sixty plus to the state fair with an afternoon rodeo and related events. Officials seek the oldest attendee and the most frequent fairgoer and will recognize a local neighbor. Seniors will receive Dodeges near the administration building for transport and shuttle access.
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Mayette Counti
Uris Sumner
Grimes
Des Moines
Lowe
Area One grads show strong employability data
Area One placement office reports high post graduation employment, with most graduates securing jobs and many entering the workforce soon after completion. The study notes sustained demand for skilled workers and stresses continued need for targeted career education and training programs.
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Calmak
Laren
Tn Fetmerry
Pee Vom
Cmptov
Contine
Maderas
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