Capt. David Dostal’s extensive relationships and frontline, boots-on-the ground policing experience -- from his earlier days as a bicycle patrol officer -- pushed him to the top to become Cedar Rapids’ next police chief, city officials say.
After 11 months without a permanent police chief and a nationwide search, David Dostal — the only finalist from within the Cedar Rapids Police Department — is slated to be appointed as the local police force’s next leader at Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
Also, after months of closure to facilitate structural work, the domes at Taft Middle School in Cedar Rapids have been reopened.
Three of the four candidates for Cedar Rapids Police Chief spoke with reporters Wednesday before a community meet-and-greet event. Here’s a look at some of the topics that were covered.
To keep vulnerable, high-need populations housed, residents need wraparound services. Housing alone isn’t always enough. As need grows, local governments and service providers are creatively using resources to build facilities and create staff roles to meet these needs.
An unnamed company is seeking city of Cedar Rapids and state financial incentives to build a massive $576 million data center in the Big Cedar Industrial Center that would create at least 31 new high-paying jobs.
In Cedar Rapids’ search for a new police chief, some residents say they’re looking for a respected leader who focuses on community policing and trust. The four candidates met the community on Wednesday.
The City of Iowa City has agreed to pay former firefighter Sadie McDowell $925,000 to settle a lawsuit in which she alleged discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on her sex and sexual orientation.
The public is invited to meet four finalists for Cedar Rapids police chief as the city approaches an end to the nearly yearlong search. Here’s when and where you can meet them this week.
Also, United Way taking appointments for free tax preparation
With new legislation limiting the growth local governments can capture, coupled with this year’s low state residential property tax rollback, new Christmas decorations, park and other infrastructure improvements are on the chopping block in Swisher. Here’s how Corridor communities are looking to fill their budget gaps.
The airport will receive roughly $442,800, and plans to install the solar panels in a northern part of the airport.
Resolution fails, 34-13, after heated debate on transgender support, requirements of law
Iowa has seen a quick warm-up after winter storms dumped heavy snow and ushered in subzero temperatures, contributing to more potholes under the rapidly changing weather conditions. Here’s how to report them and avoid damage to your car.
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