obstacles as possible in the floodplain that impede the flow of water.
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For the many citizens frustrated by our current city government's structure, there is a glimmer of hope: 2014 is the year for the next review of the Iowa City Charter. On Jan. 7, the city council will announce the formation of the Charter Review Commission and call for applications from citizens wishing to be members. For
the many citizens frustrated by our
current city government‘s structure, there is a glimmer of hope:
2014
the next review of the Iowa
is the year for
City Charter.
Do you think the mayor should be elected by the voters? Do you think the existing district versus at-large arrangement for city council elections needs modifying? Hot under the collar because of the current petitioning process for initiative and referendum as well as the restrictions on it? Then watch for the council’s announcement and offer your services.
Smoke Screen Update
Since the publication of our Smoke Screen articles, several citizens have approached us to express outrage over current local marijuana law enforcement—some of them with personal experience. Members of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors spoke to state legislators about changing Iowa’s marijuana laws at a legislative priorities meeting on Dec. 10. Let the supervisors know you support their efforts to get the laws changed. The city council signs off on each year’s Edward J. Byrne grant application in May or June. Let councilors know that you oppose this funding, spent primarily to arrest and charge those who use marijuana in private; that applications for the Byrne Grant should be discontinued; and that the Johnson County Drug Task Force must be disbanded as it serves no useful purpose. “When the people lead, the follow.” – Mahatma Gandhi
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