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Cedar Falls approves contribution to UNI Unidome renovation after council debate
Summary
The City Council approved a one-time contribution to the University of Northern Iowa’s Unidome renovation after council discussion and public comment. Councilors and residents differed on whether city funds should support a university facility.
The Cedar Falls City Council voted to approve a funding agreement with the University of Northern Iowa for renovations to the Unidome, acting on a contract the council had before it on May 5. The measure passed in a roll-call vote; the council clerk recorded the motion as carrying following council discussion.
The item drew both support and opposition during the meeting. Supporters said the Unidome drives hotel, restaurant and event revenue that benefits the local economy. Mark Nook, identified in the meeting as President Mark Nook of the University of Northern Iowa, addressed the council during the public forum and…
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