The city of Cedar Rapids has “paused” internal initiatives related to diversity, equity and inclusion amid mounting state and federal pressure to dismantle related programming. It’s not alone. Other area municipal and school officials report ongoing assessments of internal practices and programs.
Government Notes: Cedar Rapids schools’ bond survey deadline is Wednesday
Iowa City City Manager Geoff Fruin called this year’s city budget “the most difficult” since he joined the city in 2016. The city is projecting a deficit of $2.8 million in its general fund, which it will cover using general fund reserves.
In-person early voting for the special election to fill a vacancy on the Iowa City Council is available at the Johnson County Auditor’s Office.
Remaining candidates address questions about how they would approach state, federal policies that affect Iowa City residents.
The Iowa City Council’s District C seat is vacant after Andrew Dunn’s resignation took effect Jan. 1. Three people have filed to run for the office.
Also: Iowa City’s pool at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center reopens.
The Iowa City Council has given permission for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to hire a consultant to draft a final report and recommendations to the city council. The work could take months to complete.
The empty lot on 21 S. Linn St. was purchased for $4.5 million by the city in 2023 with the goal of leading a mixed-use redevelopment project in the coming years.
The city won’t issue new permits for tobacco and vape sales from June 4 to Jan. 1, 2025, giving officials time to study how it can mitigate the impact of tobacco and nicotine products on public health.
Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague votes against, saying he was uncomfortable with the proposal.
Iowa City Council gives initial approval, with two votes to come
The former college campus, located on Lower Muscatine Road, will be rezoned to general industrial, as requested by Procter & Gamble, which bought the property in February and is planning an expansion.
Owner opposes move, saying it would make it harder to sell building
The proposal by Procter & Gamble has been met with resistance from neighbors, who said they are concerned about the company’s planned expansion.
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