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Linn County commissioners approve bridge engineering agreement and several public-works repairs; claim payments cleared Commissioners approved routine claims of $898,632.52, authorized $11,072.83 to diagnose a grader engine, approved a $12,711.16 dump-truck transmission repair, signed burial permits, and voted to enter a preliminary-engineering agreement with KDOT for the Old Military Bridge.

Linn County commissioners just greenlit critical repairs and a major engineering agreement for the historic Old Military Bridge, paving the way for essential infrastructure improvements!

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Linn County weighs dissolving economic development board; attorney warns loans and grants could be at risk County attorneys and commissioners debated dissolving the county's economic development board and its eCommunity partnership, with counsel warning that outstanding loans and grants to roughly five to seven local businesses could be jeopardized unless the county adopts a transition plan or interim manager.

Linn County is at a crossroads as commissioners debate the potential dissolution of the economic development board, risking vital loans and grants for local businesses.

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Linn County homeless‑systems manager reports declines in unsheltered counts, outlines programs Linn County’s homeless systems manager reported small declines in point‑in‑time unsheltered counts, described a paid lived‑experience advisory council, biometric lockers at the winter weather shelter, a landlord/tenant initiative funded with $100,000 (44 enrolled, 37 housed), and a community care team serving chronically unsheltered residents.

Linn County is seeing promising declines in unsheltered homelessness, thanks to innovative programs and community collaboration that are making a real impact on lives.

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CEDAR RAPIDS & LINN COUNTY IOWA
There will be no brigade on Friday, Jan 23rd

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Commissioners approve multiple year‑end transfers to special equipment reserves and road fund After reviewing department over/unders, commissioners approved Resolution 2025‑32 (multiple transfers to special equipment reserves totaling several hundred thousand dollars across departments) and Resolution 2025‑33 (transferring $550,223.42 to the road and bridge fund to cover KDOT commitments).

Linn County commissioners just approved hundreds of thousands in year-end transfers to boost special equipment reserves and fulfill a critical road project commitment!

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Auditor finds no cash‑basis or budget violations; commissioners authorize 2025 audit contract Rodney Burns presented Linn County’s 2024 audit, reporting no cash‑basis or budget violations and no findings on the single audit of ARPA funds; commissioners approved a 2025 audit contract with Burns, CPA LLC for $18,750 plus $3,000 if a single audit is required.

Linn County's 2024 audit brought great news—no cash-basis or budget violations were found, leading to the approval of a 2025 audit contract!

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Planning commission approves rezoning near LaSine Power Station for Evergy substation The Linn County Planning Commission voted unanimously to rezone a large Evergy-owned parcel near LaSine Lake to light-industrial (I-1) to allow a future electrical substation, which proponents say will add resiliency to the local grid. Neighbors asked about exact siting and tree clearing; the commission found the request consistent with zoning factors and the comprehensive plan.

The Linn County Planning Commission has approved a rezoning request that paves the way for a new electrical substation, promising enhanced grid resiliency and sparking local interest in future developments.

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Photo of a highway overpass with protest banners visible above. The Linn Co. Visibility Brigade logo (black text on white circular background with "Rush Hour Resistance" tagline) is overlaid on the image. Below is the title "Linn Co. Visibility Brigade" followed by text describing the group as members of @VisibilityBrigade covering Cedar Rapids/Hiawatha, a group of concerned citizens bringing attention to injustice and violations of the rule of law, with meeting information for Fridays 3:45-5:15 on Emmons St in Hiawatha.

Join the Linn Co. Visibility Brigade on Fridays from 3:45 to 5:15!
You can find them on Emmons St. in Hiawatha
Get out there and make your voices heard!

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Linn County commissioners press Southeast Kansas Mental Health board member for data on executive pay and local services At a Dec. 29 Linn County Commission meeting, Tisha Coleman, a Linn County resident and member of the Southeast Kansas Mental Health board, outlined rapid growth at the center and defended compensation practices. Commissioners pressed for clearer records, local service metrics and the origin of recent executive pay increases.

Linn County commissioners are demanding answers about soaring executive pay and the impact of mental health services as a local board member reveals staggering growth in both funding and service delivery.

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High school girls rugby rebirth in the #Willamettevalley .
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Linn County hears early results of jail mental‑health liaison pilot; commissioners ask for progress report Southeast Kansas Mental Health officials described an in‑jail liaison pilot that has received 27 referrals since October and provides weekly therapist visits, waived fees for incarcerated clients, peer support and reentry packets; commissioners agreed to a future progress report rather than a formal resolution now.

A new pilot program in Linn County is transforming mental health support for incarcerated individuals, providing access to therapy and resources that could change lives.

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Linn County supervisors debate 3.5% vs. 4% salary placeholder as FY2027 budget cycle begins Budget Director Sarah Barrows recommended a 3.5% placeholder for non‑bargaining salary increases; board members discussed moving to 4% to retain staff but noted an estimated $700,000 cost for manager increases at 3.5% and a potential countywide need for around $4 million to cover broader raises.

Linn County supervisors are at a crossroads, debating whether to settle on a 3.5% or 4% salary increase as they navigate budget challenges and employee retention.

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Linn County board recommends moving to 2024 building codes, deletes post-frame exemption The Linn County Building Board of Appeals on Jan. 3, 2024, voted to recommend multiple updates to county building codes — moving from 2021 to the 2024 model codes — and to remove a local exemption that had allowed some post-frame (pole) buildings under 1,000 sq ft to be built without engineered designs.

Linn County is taking a bold step into the future by updating its building codes and eliminating a controversial exemption for post-frame structures—find out what this means for local construction!

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Cedar Rapids outlines program to reclaim vacant, tax‑delinquent properties in partnership with Linn County Cedar Rapids officials described a joint program with Linn County to use tax‑sale procedures, Chapter 657 court transfers and a 2023 enabling ordinance to move vacant, abandoned and tax‑delinquent parcels into nonprofit redevelopment. The city said it has acquired six properties since 2023 and disposed three to affordable‑housing groups.

Cedar Rapids is taking bold steps to transform vacant and tax-delinquent properties into affordable housing through an innovative partnership with Linn County.

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Linn County to pursue hiring behavioral interventionist in sheriff’s office with opioid settlement funds Supervisors discussed creating a sheriff’s office behavioral interventionist position funded for one year with opioid settlement dollars and agreed to place the vacancy request on Wednesday’s consent agenda; county staff said the role will support jail diversion and follow-up services for roughly 22 people currently in the jail who may qualify for diversion.

Linn County is taking a bold step towards reform by creating a behavioral intervention specialist position in the sheriff’s office, aimed at diverting inmates to treatment instead of jail.

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Residents urge Linn County to act on DHS/ICE practices; speakers allege detainee mistreatment and county revenue from detentions Three public commenters told the Linn County Board that local DHS/ICE collaborations endanger community members and alleged the county earns $140 per detainee per day; speakers asked the board to use its influence to seek accountability. The board offered no substantive response on the record.

Residents are sounding the alarm about Linn County's troubling collaborations with DHS and ICE, alleging mistreatment of detainees and a shocking $140 daily profit per inmate.

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Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance outlines job wins and recruitment programs; Linn County approves rural economic development director vacancy Juliet Abdel of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance briefed the Linn County Board about recent business activity, workforce initiatives that attracted 15 new households and a trailing‑spouse program, and regional recruitment; the board approved a vacancy form to create a rural economic development director funded from an unfilled public health position.

Cedar Rapids is buzzing with new job opportunities as the Economic Alliance announces over 26 active projects and a successful recruitment program that has already attracted 15 new households!

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LIVE: Linn County quadruple murder trial heads to closing arguments The trial is heading to closing arguments Thursday for a man accused of beating four people to death on a rural Linn County property in June 2024.

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Commissioners flag water use and decommissioning costs for proposed data center and crypto rules During a workshop the Linn County Planning Commission raised water-consumption thresholds, decommissioning bonds and local-hiring plans for draft data center and cryptocurrency regulations, and agreed to remove a draft prohibition line and seek counsel on enforceability.

Linn County commissioners are tightening regulations on data centers and cryptocurrency mining, raising concerns over water use and financial guarantees for site reclamation.

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Linn County commissioners authorize ambulance contract amendment, equipment purchases and truck orders At its regular meeting, the Linn County Board of Commissioners approved an amendment to the countys emergency ambulance agreement, authorized several equipment purchases and accepted bids for trucks and infrastructure, and signed insurance paperwork for courthouse roof replacement.

Linn County commissioners just approved crucial contracts and equipment purchases that will enhance emergency services and infrastructure—this could change how the county operates!

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Linn County planning panel drafts limits on battery storage: noise, setbacks, safety measures proposed At a Linn County Planning and Zoning workshop, commissioners and staff reviewed a draft zoning ordinance for battery energy storage systems (BESS), focusing on noise limits, setback distances, site footprint limits, environmental assessment and emergency-response requirements; no formal vote was taken.

Linn County is taking steps to create new zoning regulations for battery energy storage systems, focusing on noise limits, safety measures, and environmental impacts to protect residents and wildlife.

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Linn County Commissioners Approve Meeting Agenda and Review Health Department Reports Commissioners finalize agenda while reviewing ambulance and health department updates.

A pivotal moment at the Linn County Commission meeting revealed the commissioners' commitment to inclusivity, prompting questions about adapting the agenda to ensure every voice is heard.

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Economic Development Board Discusses Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge and Workforce Initiatives Jennifer Leech Harlow addresses economic development strategies, including youth entrepreneurship and childcare.

Linn County is at a crossroads as urgent discussions unfold about the future of the Youth Entrepreneur Challenge and vital community programs.

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Linn County Commissioners Approve $3,700 Survey Bid and Route Budget Review Commissioners approve budget documents and appoint interim planning and zoning director.

In Linn County, commissioners unite with purpose, approving a $743,443.03 budget and showcasing the power of community collaboration!

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Commissioners Discuss Miami County School Resource Officer Budget and 4H Building Expenses Commissioners review funding for school resource officers and budget adjustments for the 4H building.

Linn County commissioners are taking bold steps to repair past budget blunders and ensure vital services thrive—transparency and collaboration are at the heart of their renewed strategy!

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Linn County explores shifting ambulance service funding to sales tax for budget neutrality County officials discuss budget cuts and potential sales tax initiatives for ambulance funding.

Linn County commissioners are tackling a $143,186 budget shortfall while striving to maintain vital services—can they find the balance?

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Auditor Warns of Challenges in Addressing Reckless Budget Overspending by Elected Officials Auditor outlines difficulties in managing budget violations by elected officials without proof of fraud.

Budget overruns by elected officials in Linn County raise serious questions about fiscal responsibility and the challenges of proving misconduct.

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