By Oliver Weilein, Iowa City Council member On Nov. 3, I will be voting No on authorizing Johnson County to borrow $94.5 million dollars (plus approximately $30 million in interest) for the purpose of building a new, bigger jail. I strongly urge my neighbors and fellow community members to vote No as well. There are many […]
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Letter to the editor: The jail bond proposal is about fixing a problem, not reforming a system
By Lauren Whitehead, Solon City Council member from 2017-2026 I appreciate that V Fixmer-Oraiz is being open about their opposition to the proposed 120-bed jail (not 240, as often cited). If you are going to oppose a project, do it honestly and directly. I have tremendous respect for V as a community leader and influential […]
