County Officials: Millions Required to Repair Johnson County Jail if Justice Center Not Approved: Iowa City Daily News Links: May 2

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Lee Hermiston of the Iowa City Press-Citizen reports that Johnson County officials say they would have to spend several million dollars in repair costs if the current jail is not replaced.

Hermiston writes that although the Burlington Street Dam could become a whitewater hub, there is no discussion of removing it at this time.

Adam Sullivan of the Press-Citizen reports about the Iowa City School District honoring 30 departing staff members, including 11 longtime teachers.

There was a historically large ruling of $240 million yesterday against a company accused of exploiting mentally handicapped workers in Iowa. (Press-Citizen via Des Moines Register)

The once disgraced Iowa film office now has a replacement, if a currently limited one. (Des Moines Register)

Iowa ranked 21st among bike friendly states in the nation by publication. (Des Moines Register)

A sure sign that the Iowa Senate session is almost at an end. (Des Moines Register)

Yet another prominent Republican has decided not to run for Tom Harkin's vacant U.S. Senate seat. (Des Moines Register)

Here are six events from the Press-Citizen not to miss this weekend.

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Steven Schwartz, a disability rights attorney and former Harvard professor, said the judgment will be heard across the nation.

“It’s stunning,” he said. “It’s amazing. I’m almost incredulous. I think this verdict sends an incredibly powerful message to jurors all over the country. And of course it sends an equally powerful message to the people who cause this sort of harm.

“This is also an extraordinary testament to the EEOC and its attorneys, Robert Canino in particular, that they are willing to stand up for people with mental disabilities. They represent the best our government can be.”

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