Tax change praised but two income issue debated
The article notes the state tax reform as a middle ground effort favoring those with greater ability to pay while highlighting unresolved equality for two income couples versus single income households. It urges equal treatment for married couples and mentions the broader need for emergency planning after a severe wind storm in Pella. It also honors Dan Elwood who left as Planning and Zoning Advisor to become City Manager in Graettinger.
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Dieleman reviews first session of sixty sixth General Assembly
Representative Dieleman summarizes the first session noting progressive, people oriented bills and major accomplishments in education, social welfare, and environmental policy. He cites improved tax provisions, election law strengthening, and a medical malpractice bill, with care to respond to emergencies and ongoing study next year. He invites continued constituent contact and thanks the Press for reporting Capitol updates.
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Sirens used to count coyotes in rural Iowa study
The Iowa Conservation Commission conducts a five year coyote census using occasional night sirens to incite howling. Ron Andrews says the effort measures population trends and livestock losses, with Kirk Augustine driving the siren equipped 1970 Chevrolet CST pickup. Data include pup tagging, movement, mortality, food habits, bounty records, and management recommendations.
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