Government & Politics

Many of the ads appeal to ‘undecideds’, officials say

The city council allocated the funds toward 20 affordable housing and social service projects jointly with Linn County to maximize the dollars distributed through the Democrat-backed American Rescue Plan.

Unemployment insurance rates for Iowa employers will drop to a 24-year low, beginning in 2023, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced this week.

A $25,000 grant from CN Railway and America in Bloom will support the city’s “ambitious” partnership with Trees Forever to replant trees downed in the 2020 derecho.

The City Council unanimously approved the final reading of an ordinance rezoning 12 acres of land at the corner of First Avenue and Second Street, as well as a master site plan for the Gather Iowa development. The city is working with the developer on solutions to address affordability concerns.

President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his long-awaited plan to deliver on his campaign promise to provide $10,000 in debt cancellation for millions of Americans — and up to $10,000 more for those with the greatest financial need.

The meetings, which will review and consider two proposed solar projects near Palo, have been been rescheduled for Aug. 29, Aug. 30 and Sept. 6.

The City Council has extended the Cedar Rapids Charter Review Commission members’ terms through September. A presentation was initially anticipated to take place Tuesday but is now planned for a council meeting next month.