AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLocal Governance & Environment: Iowa County Supervisors moved toward a solid waste flow-control ordinance that would let the county fine out-of-county dumping, after Williamsburg aligned with the plan. Public Health & Care: The Iowa Board of Nursing issued a citation and formal warning to an LPN at West Burlington’s Klein Center Nursing Facility after a resident died following an incident involving choking and delayed assessment. Water & Infrastructure: Iowa’s Natural Resources Commission approved sewer upgrades at Lake Anita State Park and demolition of the old Springbrook Education Center, while the agriculture secretary announced nearly $1.3M in urban water quality projects across Cedar Falls, Des Moines, Riverside and West Burlington. Education & Community Support: Des Moines University is offering free back-to-school physicals and backpacks, and DMACC is building institution-wide AI guidelines. Culture & Arts: The Quad Cities Latino Cinema Series launches July 15 at The Last Picture House with Selena, with proceeds supporting local Hispanic nonprofits. Higher Ed Leadership: Tara K. Connolly was named first woman president of the Iowa College Foundation in its 74-year history. Sports & Youth: Bermuda triathletes turned in strong results at Iowa’s Flatland Cup, and a youth drum major story highlights how local talent is finding national stages.
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