tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61247420808036242072024-03-13T19:05:01.641-05:00Property Management and Real Estate Brokerage in Cedar Rapids IowaTommy Tucker Realty Co., 613 Second Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401 USA. Property Management services for clients with properties in Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, Robins and Linn County, Iowa. Realtors®, Buying and Selling, members of the Multiple Listing Service; members of the Cedar Rapids Area, Iowa and National Association of Realtors®. Established in 1958 by I.L. 'Tommy' Tucker, Realtor® Emeritus. Robin Tucker, Broker/Officer. Call us at 319.365.6956.Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.comBlogger408125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-69624431006818937222013-01-09T11:48:00.000-06:002013-01-09T11:51:00.161-06:00City of Cedar Rapids adopts Chapter 22A - Nuisance Property Code; turns to Chapter 29 discussion<a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-council/citycouncilmeetings/AgendasPacketsMinutes/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">The City Council</a> has adopted a new ordinance on Tuesday that will impact all property owners in the <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-council/citycouncilmeetings/AgendasPacketsMinutes/Pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">City of Cedar Rapids</a>. The City of Cedar Rapids adopted Chapter 22A, despite concerns voiced by REALTORS, Landlords, the social services community, people who attended a Rotary Club Meeting, an attorney for the ACLU and an attorney for the housing community. <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-council/citycouncilrecords/Pages/PublicHearingCorrespondence.aspx" target="_blank">Link to Letters objecting to Chapter 22A</a><br />
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The public hearing and first reading was held Tuesday, December 18, 2012, a week ahead of Christmas. Many people likely are not aware of the impact on property they own, due to the busy time of the year. Despite the objections, the City passed quickly on Tuesday, January 8th the second and third readings.<br />
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As <a href="http://www.kwwl.com/story/20538167/2013/01/08/cedar-rapids-will-fine-owners-of-nuisance-properties" target="_blank">KWWL-TV</a> asked me last night, the ordinance includes a 1, 2 or 3 strikes and the property owner could be subject to 12 months or more of civil fines from the City of Cedar Rapids. <br />
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<i>"A lot of it is due to the behavior of people," said Tucker. "But to stigmatize the property specifically...that is kind of new territory."</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The City of Cedar Rapids of Cedar Rapids will now begin taking public input for a new Chapter 29 ordinance covering Rental properties. <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/things-to-see-do/events-programs/Lists/CityEvents/DispForm.aspx?ID=1586" target="_blank">A</a></span><span style="color: #020202; line-height: 23px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/things-to-see-do/events-programs/Lists/CityEvents/DispForm.aspx?ID=1586" target="_blank"> public-comment session</a> on the upcoming changes to Chapter 29 will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. today in the council chambers at City Hall, 101 First St. SE</span></span><span style="color: #020202; font-size: 16px; line-height: 23px;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://thegazette.com/2013/01/04/cedar-rapids-looking-for-input-on-rental-housing-code-changes/" target="_blank">The Gazette article</a> on this public-comment forum.</span></span></div>
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The City is interested in hearing feedback on the following topics which are part of the code;</div>
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1. Tenant background checks<br />
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Individual's comments will be limited to 3 minutes so that more people may heard. The meeting is limited to 2 hours.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The City of Cedar Rapids has not at this point answered a lot of the questions, associated with the language in the new Chapter 22A. Chapter 22A and likely Chapter 29 reference each other in the City's language. What are some of the questions remaining with the new Chapter 22?</span></div>
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<li>Impediments to housing and homelessness</li>
<li>Impact on Fair Housing</li>
<li>Impact on Affordability in rental housing</li>
<li><a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-council/citycouncilmeetings/AgendasPacketsMinutes/Documents/SEPT_DEC%202012/Letter%20of%20objection%203.pdf" target="_blank">The ACLU attorney pdf</a> is concerned about Chapter 22A on tenants and property owners</li>
<li>Undermines law enforcement and hurts domestic abuse victims per ACLU</li>
<li>Conflicts with Fair Housing obligations in City per ACLU</li>
<li>Code fails to protect innocent victims per ACLU (see letter below)</li>
<li>Code fails to protect due process rights of landlords and tenants per ACLU</li>
<li>Is the proposed tax legal under the State of Iowa? <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-council/citycouncilmeetings/AgendasPacketsMinutes/Documents/SEPT_DEC%202012/Letter%20of%20objection%202.pdf" target="_blank">Attorney for housing community has asked questions to City Council</a></li>
<li>Impact on Tenant Rights</li>
<li>Impact on Property Rights</li>
<li>Due process in 1, 2, 3 strikes system of new Chapter 22A, when the property owner is a victim of crime, due to a customer, resident, tenant, family member or member of the public. (this covers commercial and industrial property, as well, so a business open to the public could be impacted by the public's behavior)</li>
<li>Landlords, REALTORS and the Gazette Editorial board suggested that Chapter 22A and Chapter 29 be discussed at the same time, prior to passage by the City Council</li>
<li>There are questions on how the City intends to administer the new Chapter 22A?</li>
<li>City has failed in the past to protect Landlords to the fullest extent of Iowa Code (issue of criminal mischief by residents in possession) raised by members of both Landlords of Iowa and Landlords of Linn County</li>
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<span style="background-color: transparent;">The following was an e-mail shared with us by a concerned Landlord this morning in Cedar Rapids:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: x-small;"><i>Nuisance ordinance going too far<span class="abody" style="right: auto;"><br /><br />Proposed Chapter 22A Nuisance Ordinance goes too far to try to place the blame on innocent property owners of Cedar Rapids for crime in our city. Chapter 22A includes violations for owner-occupied and rental residential, commercial property and all other property in Cedar Rapids.<br /><br />It is incomprehensible that property owners could be considered in violation when they are the victims of a crime. Because the owner of a property allowed someone onto their property or within 1,000 feet of their property and that person committed a crime, the property is considered in violation under Chapter 22A.<br /><br />When in the history of our country have we thought anyone else other than the person who committed the crime was guilty of anything? How can anyone predict what someone else is capable of doing?</span><span class="abody">We all need to use good judgment when we choose the people we associate with, but how do property owners know when they allow someone into their door or within 1,000 feet of their property that that person is not going to do anything which may be considered probable cause for a crime?<br /><br />The criminal does not have to be proven beyond a reasonable doubt guilty of anything and the property is considered in violation of this nuisance ordinance. Chapter 22A nuisance ordinance goes too far.</span><span class="abody">Sheryl Jahnel Cedar Rapids</span></i></span></div>
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Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-24977886775245534652012-12-24T07:48:00.001-06:002012-12-24T07:48:59.760-06:00Merry Christmas and Seasons Greetings from Tommy Tucker Realty Co.<div><p dir=ltr>TOMMY TUCKER REALTY CO. </p>
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Tuesday, December 25th<br>
Wednesday, December 26th<br>
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<p dir=ltr>We want to Wish Everyone a Safe and Happy Holiday Season! </p>
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Dakota</span></a></td>
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<td width="100"><a href="http://www.spesend.net/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2R0QE581I4UH9TJ40ZV1W1" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica, Geneva, Arial, SunSans-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Tennessee</span></a></td>
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Columbia</span></a></td>
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<td width="100"><a href="http://www.spesend.net/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2R0QE581I4UH9TJ417V1W1" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica, Geneva, Arial, SunSans-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Nebraska</span></a></td>
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<td width="100"><a href="http://www.spesend.net/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2R0QE581I4UH9TJ41AV1W1" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica, Geneva, Arial, SunSans-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Nevada</span></a></td>
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<td width="100"><a href="http://www.spesend.net/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2R0QE581I4UH9TJ41DV1W1" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica, Geneva, Arial, SunSans-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">New
Hampshire</span></a></td>
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Jersey</span></a></td>
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Mexico</span></a></td>
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York</span></a></td>
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Carolina</span></a></td>
<td width="100"><a href="http://www.spesend.net/SpeClicks.aspx?X=2R0QE581I4UH9TJ41QV1W1" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Helvetica, Geneva, Arial, SunSans-Regular, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Wyoming</span></a></td>
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Dakota</span></a></td>
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Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-67623216274786322322012-11-01T17:39:00.000-05:002012-11-01T17:39:11.194-05:00We welcome November here at Tommy Tucker Realty Co.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We welcome the month of November!</h2>
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Can we interest you in a 2, 3 or 4 bedroom house in Cedar Rapids, Iowa?</h2>
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<a href="http://ttrco.com/" target="_blank">Visit our web site</a></div>
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<span style="color: blue;">Well, the first ten months are now in the books for 2012. We welcome the eleventh month of November. Happy All Saints Day, which is traditionally the day after Halloween.</span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu6iBSB60y9Jw_742i4cR_7ES77yJM6kdm1M9P_iuaPdzIDgNhFozXcWR3bThc1VvUlzLw5Tl18qbJWPwBTEX0o94feBWDwHXLsxtGWan5ecd-gtY6u6P5i3kVU_fwqTj29iBkwv2qO57j/s1600/Election+Day.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; cssfloat: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" qea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu6iBSB60y9Jw_742i4cR_7ES77yJM6kdm1M9P_iuaPdzIDgNhFozXcWR3bThc1VvUlzLw5Tl18qbJWPwBTEX0o94feBWDwHXLsxtGWan5ecd-gtY6u6P5i3kVU_fwqTj29iBkwv2qO57j/s1600/Election+Day.bmp" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">Daylight Savings Time Ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 4th</span></div>
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Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meets on November 5th, 12th and 19th of November - <a href="http://www.rotaryclubofcedarrapids.org/" target="_blank">news</a></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
<span style="font-size: small;">Election Day is Tuesday is on November 6th - <a href="http://www.linncountyelections.org/lookup/" target="_blank">Find you poll in Linn County, Iowa</a></span></div>
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<a href="http://ttrco.blogspot.com/2012/10/public-invited-fair-housing-discussion.html" target="_blank">Fair Housing Conference in Cedar Rapids/Marion</a> on Thursday, November 8th</div>
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<a href="http://www.hawkeyesports.com/sports/m-footbl/iowa-m-footbl-body.html" target="_blank">Iowa vs. Purdue</a> at Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City on Saturday, November 10th</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://usmilitary.about.com/cs/generalinfo/a/veteransday.htm" target="_blank">Veterans Day</a> is Sunday, November 11th</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: small;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
Worlds Orphans Day is November 12th</div>
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<span style="color: #7030a0; font-family: 'Footlight MT Light','serif';">CRAAR November Real Estate Today Show is on Wednesday, November 14th</span></div>
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<span style="color: #7030a0; font-family: 'Footlight MT Light','serif';">CRAAR Inaugural 2012 is on Thursday, November 15th</span></div>
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</span></b><span style="font-size: small;"><strong>International Day for Tolerance</strong> <strong>is <span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;">November 16th</span></span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 22nd</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Our offices are traditionally closed for our staff to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday and Black Friday with family - Call us, if you need a <a href="http://www.zillow.com/m/profile/Robin-Tucker-ttrco/" target="_blank">REALTOR</a>?</span></div>
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</span><span style="font-size: small;"><strong> <span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;">November 23rd</span></span></strong></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/SmallBusinessSaturday" target="_blank">Small Business Saturday</a> is <span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;">November 24th </span></span></span></strong></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><strong><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><span style="font-family: Garamond,Garamond;"><a href="http://www.hy-vee.com/company/community/heroes-game.aspx" target="_blank">Iowa vs. Iowa State for Heroes Game</a> at Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City on November 24th</span></span></span></strong></span></span></div>
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<em><span style="color: blue;">We invite all call or e-mail from you this month or throughout the year. Happy November and have a great day. Thank you for visiting us</span></em>. - Robin Tucker</div>
Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-15506593161357747582012-10-30T14:03:00.000-05:002012-10-30T14:03:56.713-05:00Public Invited: Fair Housing Discussion coming to Cedar Rapids/Marion on November 8th<h2>
Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission Fair Housing Conference</h2>
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<span style="color: blue;">Thursday, November 8, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.</span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;">Kirkwood Training & Outreach Services (KTOS)</span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;">3375 Armar Drive, Marion </span></div>
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Registration: $25 (includes continental breakfast and lunch)<br />
*Register by 5pm October 31 to receive lunch. <br />
Late registrations and same day registrants will be accepted - Lunch will not be included for late registrants<br />
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<strong>This Conference is designed to give housing professionals, attorneys, social service staff, and community members, a strong understanding of Fair Housing laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Credit. Come learn about your rights and your responsibilities! </strong><br />
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REGISTER: <a href="http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4550536778/eivtefrnd">http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4550536778/eivtefrnd</a># <br />
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This event has been approved for 1.75 hours of Continuing Legal Education activity credit. <br />
Please notify us at Registration if you are requesting CLE credit.<br />
Members of the <a href="http://www.crrealtors.org/" target="_blank">Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors</a> should contact the CRAAR for more information. Scholarships are availabe for CRAAR members.<br />
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PROGRAM<br />
8:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast<br />
8:45 Welcome <br />
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<li>Karl Cassell, Executive Director, Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission</li>
<li>Ron Corbett, Mayor, City of Cedar Rapids</li>
<li>Snooks Bouska, Mayor, City of Marion</li>
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9:00 Keynote<br />
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10:00 An Overview of Fair Housing Law.<br />
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<li>Professor Allison Bethel, Clinical Professor, Director, Fair Housing Clinic, The John Marshall Law School</li>
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11:00 The Fair Housing Act, Persons with Disabilities, Animals and Pets.<br />
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<li>Professor Len Sandler, Clinical Professor of Law, University of Iowa College of Law </li>
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12:00 Lunch<br />
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<li>Accessibility to and within Housing: Applicable Laws and Regulations for Dwellings and Common Areas.</li>
<li>This session will cover The Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments and The Fair Housing Act and Amendments, including purpose and overview, specific regulations to housing, common and public area regulations, and animals for companionship and service. We will also talk about the influence and confluence of related laws for persons with disabilities. </li>
<li>Jim de Jong, Executive Director and Principal Investigator, Great Plains ADA Center </li>
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1:00 Credit Reports: The Good, the Bad, the Bottom Line.<br />
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<li>Scott Shook, Director of Consumer Credit Counseling Services, Horizons </li>
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LUNCH OPTIONS<br />
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<li>Turkey Sandwich on French Baguette</li>
<li>Walnut Chicken Salad on Croissant</li>
<li>Vegetarian Sandwich on Sourdough Bread</li>
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Lunch includes sandwich, fresh fruit, chips, and a cookie<br />
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<br />Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-36493787023267361182012-09-16T14:54:00.001-05:002012-09-16T14:54:33.582-05:00Beautiful Sunday for an Open House on September 16th<div><p>We hope all is going well.</p>
<p>Tommy Tucker Realty Co. is hosting an Open House 2-4 p.m. at 290 Indiandale Road SE on nice, spacious, redecorated 4 bedroom, 3 stall two-story with many nice characteristics...</p>
<p>$237,200 list price and also available for lease. Call Robin Tucker today at 319.431.6930 to discuss.</p>
<br/><img src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyNrR2fBwMQ0QOGUvBHstEmJ3v69FQR90EUzsVz5cslQlSfZOviyZG1N6VrJxETAkXQv9anjbMh2zO9FWcMF5YMOqMpes4CIy4Z9JpMt4OKoBysl1Ppewj2l_2B1Dfw4j76CD98pmNItt/' /></div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-46049439527268277712012-09-15T13:38:00.001-05:002012-09-15T13:39:48.216-05:00Open House on Sunday, September 16, 2012<div><p>We will host a 2 to 4 p.m. Open House on Sunday at 290 Indiandale Road SE.  House is for sale and/or rent.  This a spacious <br>
bedroom, four bath two-story with three stall garage.</p>
<p>List Price: $237,200<br>
Rental Price: $1,600 per month (prefer 12 month lease)</p>
<p>Your Host: Robin Tucker, REALTOR 319.431.6930</p>
<p>TOMMY TUCKER REALTY CO.<br>
http://www.ttrco.com</p>
</div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-8623966186118687212012-06-13T19:58:00.000-05:002012-06-13T19:58:15.623-05:00Should the Federal Government raise the Minimum Wage?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<em><strong>National Action Alert </strong></em><br />
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<em><strong>Increase Minimum Wage</strong></em><br />
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We received the following e-mail today: from <a href="http://www.nwyc.com/" target="_blank">National Write Your Congressman</a>.<br />
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<em>Mr Robin B Tucker,</em><br />
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<em>Jesse Jackson Jr. (D-IL) introduced legislation "The Catching Up To 1968 Act of 2012" that will raise the minimum wage to $10 an hour and index it to inflation. "That may sound like a hefty wage increase but it doesn't fully equal the purchasing power of the minimum wage in 1968 - which today would be closer to $11 per hour, stated Rep. Jackson. "The bill is really only allowing American workers a degree of 'catch-up.' Thus the name and theme around the bill: 'Catching Up To 1968.' Of course, the current federal minimum wage has been $7.25 per hour since 2007."</em><br />
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<em>The Catching Up To 1968 Act of 2012 contains four basic elements:</em><br />
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<em>It raises the minimum wage to $10 per hour</em><br />
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<em>The minimum wage is raised immediately - not gradually as in the past - beginning 60 days after the date of enactment</em><br />
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<em>Beginning one year after the $10 per hour minimum wage takes effect, and each year thereafter, the minimum wage will be indexed in proportion to the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI)</em><br />
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<em>For workers earning their living on the basis of tips, the cash wage paid to such an employee is to be 70% of the minimum wage when the law takes effect, but in no case less than $5.50 an hour, adjusted annually as necessary thereafter</em><br />
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<em>While running for office, President Barack Obama promised to raise the minimum wage to $9.50 an hour by 2011. Both the president and his 2012 campaign opponent Republican Mitt Romney have supported the idea of adjusting the minimum wage to keep up with inflation.</em><br />
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<em>Opponents argue that increases in the minimum wage fall disproportionately on small businesses who are the least able to absorb such a dramatic increase in their labor costs, and that supporters aren’t factoring in the cost to the employer who’s paying it. The Nation is currently in difficult economic times, and the focus needs to be getting unemployment down. The increase would force employers to cut other payroll costs, such as limiting overtime or laying off part-time help, squeezing employers who already are under pressure.</em><br />
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<em>Do you think the minimum wage should be increased to $10 an hour and indexed to inflation? (Click Here)</em><br />
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<em>Take action and voice your opinion now!</em><br />
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<em><strong>Do you think the minimum wage should be increased to $10 an hour and indexed to inflation?</strong></em> (<a href="http://www.nwyc.com/s3web/1002033/capwiz.cfm?http://www.capwiz.com/nwyc/issues/alert/?alertid=61454986" target="_blank">Click Here</a>) <br />
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Personally, we view the <a href="http://www.dol.gov/whd/minimumwage.htm" target="_blank">Federal Minimum Wage</a> should be eliminated, on the basis it is matter for the States. The late Tip O'Neill said the following phrase "<b><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_politics_is_local" target="_blank">All politics is local</a></b>" and when it comes to the minimum wage... we believe this matter should be left up to the States and local markets. The minimum wage in Iowa certainly has no relationship with the economies of urban Chicago, Los Angeles or New York. <br />
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The increase will cost $5,725.00 over the first year of implementation for any employee currently on the Federal minimum wage at $7.25. What impact will that have on first-time employees and people with disabilities, who are limited to how many hours they can work? <br />
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Why isn' the alternative minimum tax adjusted annually for inflation? <br />
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Look at unemployment numbers today? Is this a good idea for America and getting people stable and confident in America's economic future?Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-68785994323751264532012-06-08T09:56:00.001-05:002012-06-08T10:04:24.942-05:00City of Cedar Rapids Public Meeting: Stormwater Utility Improvement Process<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
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Public Meeting for Discussion of the Stormwater Utility Improvement Process</div>
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CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – June 8, 2012 – The Cedar Rapids Public Works Department will have a feedback opportunity for residents, business and industry representatives and all other interested groups on the possible changes to the Stormwater Utility. This will be the first meeting in a series of meetings to discuss the Stormwater Utility. The City of Cedar Rapids has had a Stormwater Utility since 1979. The funds generated from this utility have gone toward the upkeep of storm sewer. With changing regulations, increase miles of storm sewer/intakes and increase number of publically owned detention basins the City felt it was time to look at the level of service provide by the Stormwater Utility. The City of Cedar Rapids has concluded a study of how other Cities in Iowa have set up their Stormwater Utilities. We have entered into a six month process to discuss the Stormwater Utility Program.</div>
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Meeting: Date: June 14, 2012</div>
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This public meeting will discuss the six month process the City of Cedar Rapids is starting as well as discuss the Stormwater Improvement Program – Service Analysis. At the end of this six month process the City of Cedar Rapids will decide whether there are reasons to change the Stormwater Utility Program and what those changes may be for Fiscal Year 2014 budget (July 2013). David Scanlan, Stormwater Manager, Cedar Rapids Public Works will give a 10 – 20 minute presentation at 4:30 to explain the process and the Service Analysis spread sheet. Then there will be question and answer until 5:30. All of the material can be found at the following web site: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/cwon5nn">http://tinyurl.com/cwon5nn</a><br />
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If you are unable to attend and would still like to submit comments please send them to the following email address: <a href="mailto:SWUIP@cedar-rapids.org">SWUIP@cedar-rapids.org</a>. <br />
<br />Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com01201 6th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, USA41.9656377 -91.676821641.964161700000005 -91.679289099999991 41.9671137 -91.6743541tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-58027935249219412102012-06-02T13:48:00.000-05:002012-06-02T13:48:42.835-05:00First weekend of June: June 2-3, 2012<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Busy morning in Downtown Cedar Rapids, with the first <a href="http://www.downtowncr.org/Content/Farmers-Market.aspx" target="_blank">Downtown Farmers' Market</a> for the month of June. <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/" target="_blank">Tommy Tucker Realty Co</a>. is located at 613 Second Avenue SE. <br />
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<strong>Are you looking for a new home to buy or lease in Cedar Rapids or Marion, Iowa?</strong> We enjoy the opportunity to help both customers and clients in their real estate needs.<br />
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<li>Buying</li>
<li>Selling</li>
<li>Leasing</li>
<li>Property Management</li>
<li>1031 Exchange</li>
<li>Real estate consultation</li>
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Today, we are advertising the following properties in The Gazette.<br />
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On Sunday, June 3rd, we will be conducting an Open House from 2-4 pm at <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/290_indiandale_road_se_for_sale.htm" target="_blank">290 Indiandale Road SE</a>. A spacious and updated four bedroom, two-story home in a nice wooded neighborhood in Indian Creek Hills subdivision of Cedar Rapids. The property sells for $237,200 and lease options begin at $1,700 per month.<br />
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If you have any questions, please contact Robin Tucker, Realtor® Broker/Officer with <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Tommy Tucker Realty Co</strong></a>. We have helped buyers, sellers, clients and customers, since 1958 with various property management and real estate brokerage needs.<br />
<strong></strong><br />Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-39879976567955441342012-05-21T16:09:00.000-05:002012-05-21T16:09:22.846-05:00Happy Monday, May 21 from the desk of Realtor Robin TuckerWe hope you are enjoying the <a href="http://www.wunderground.com/US/IA/Cedar_Rapids.html" target="_blank">wonderful weather in the Greater Cedar Rapids area</a>.<br />
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On Sunday, we conducted an Open House from 2-4 pm at <a href="http://ttrco.com/290_indiandale_road_se_for_sale.htm" target="_blank">290 Indiandale Road SE</a>. This is wonderful property for $237,200 per month. The owners will also consider lease terms on this property.<br />
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Robin Tucker serve with fellow Realtors on the Government Affairs Committee. This month's meeting was held on Monday, May 21st in the morning. The Committee heard from and asked questions to the following candidates for Linn County Auditor. Joel Miller (incumbent), Brian Gradoville and Jim Houser, who all are running in the June 5Th Democrat Primary for Auditor. A Republican candidate will face the winner in the November 6th General Election in Linn County.<br />
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After the <a href="http://www.crrealtors.org/" target="_blank">CRAAR Government Affairs</a> meeting, we meet with a local commerical banker to discuss matters in our local community. </div>
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At Noon, Robin attended his weekly <a href="http://www.rotaryclubofcedarrapids.org/" target="_blank">Rotary Club</a> meeting. Monday's program was on <a href="http://www.district5970.org/ryla/" target="_blank">Rotary Youth Leadership Awards</a>. </div>
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RYLA is a <strong>leadership training program </strong>sponsored by Rotary International that promotes, encourages and rewards outstanding young people.<br />
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Area sophomores and juniors can apply to attend the RYLA leadership training program that will be held at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, Sundary July 15 to Friday, July 20, 2012.<br />
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<a href="http://www.rotary.org/" target="_blank">Rotary International</a> is an organization of business and professional people united worldwide to provide humanitarian service, encourage ethical standards in all voacations and help build goodwill and peace in the world.Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0Cedar Rapids, IA, USA41.9778795 -91.665623241.883446 -91.8235517 42.072313 -91.5076947tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-77257265987084780212012-05-20T11:19:00.001-05:002012-05-20T11:19:57.966-05:00Open House: 2-4 pm on Sunday, May 20th at 290 Indiandale SE in Indian Creek Hills subdivision of Cedar Rapids, IowaWe invite prospective buyers and prospect tenants to take a closer look at this wonderful two-story property, with over 3000 square feet finished. This two-story home has a fenced rear yard on a .33 acre lot on a quiet, wooded dead-in street.<br />
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The house consists of four bedrooms up, with a master bath and full bath. There is a half bath on the first floor and in the lower level. Part of the full basement is finished. The garage has a mud room and space for three vehicles.<br />
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A nice spacious first floor with a family room that was added, after the property was built in 1964. There is formal dining and living areas, as well as casual living and dining areas on the first floor.<br />
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We invite you to stop by and take a look at <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/290_indiandale_road_se_for_sale.htm" target="_blank">290 Indiandale Road SE</a> between 2-4 pm on Sunday.<br />
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Your host is <a href="mailto:rtucker@ttrco.com">Robin Tucker</a> 319.431.6930 with <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/" target="_blank">Tommy Tucker Realty Co</a>.Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-46495115347796056042012-04-21T15:18:00.000-05:002012-04-21T15:18:59.214-05:00New Listings: 4 Bedroom House for sale SE Cedar Rapids and 4 Bedroom Executive Rental in MarionWe hope you are enjoying your April. <br />
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We want to announce the addition of two new listings this month. We have a updated and newly decorated four bedroom house for sale in SE Cedar Rapids at <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/290%20Indiandale%20Road%20SE%20for%20Sale%20$237,200.pdf">290 Indiandale Road SE</a>[PDF link]. The property is listed for $237,500. <br />
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New Listing for rent in Linn Mar Community Schools:<br />
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This property is listed for $2,000 per month and will be available May 1st. Check out more on <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/2220_empire_st_.htm">2220 Empire Street in Marion</a>. Let us know, if you have any interest on any of these properties or know anyone you may have an interest or need. <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/contact.htm">We appreciate referrals</a>. <br />
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<a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">http://www.ttrco.com/</a> We have other listings to consider. Happy Spring everyone!Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-22774413688214742882012-04-16T11:04:00.006-05:002012-04-16T11:35:15.621-05:00The Week of April 16, 2012: Real Estate, Rotary and CommunityWindy weather and plenty of work ahead for the Week of April 16th ...<br /><a href="http://crrealtors.org/">Our local association of REALTORS</a> meets ever third Wednesday of the month for lunch. Various programs on a variety of real estate related topics are discussed monthly. This month's spotlight should be very interesting.<br /><div align="center"><em>CRAAR April Real Estate Today Show</em></div><br /><div align="center"><em>Agenda: Working with Physical Disabilities: Become aware of how to work with hearing and visually impaired clients</em></div><br /><div align="center"><em>Featured Speakers: Babs Haggin, Iowa Realty and Jonathan Ice, Rehabilitation Teacher, Iowa Department for the Blind</em></div><br /><div align="center"><em></em></div><br /><div align="left">Monday morning: Government Affairs meeting with members of the <a href="http://crrealtors.org/community.html">Cedar Rapids Association of Realtors</a> looking at local, statewide and national issues.</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">Attending my weekly <a href="http://rotaryclubofcedarrapids.org/content.asp?ID=3532&Date=4/16/2012">Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting</a>. This week's program is on Linn County Conservation efforts.</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">April 17Th is <a href="http://www.irs.gov/">Federal Tax Day</a></div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">April 18Th will attend CRAAR monthly luncheon and at 5:30 pm, <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/civil-rights/pages/default.aspx">the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission</a> holds its monthly meeting.</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">April 19Th is <a href="http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1819847/posts">Patriots' Day in America</a>.</div><br /><blockquote><br /><div align="left">A system of signals and word-of-mouth communication set up by<br />the colonists was effective in forewarning American volunteer militia men of the<br />approach of the British troops. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem "Paul Revere's<br />Ride" tells how a lantern was displayed in the steeple of Christ Church on the<br />night of April 18, 1775 as a signal to Paul Revere and others.<br /></div><br /><div align="left">One if by land, and two if by sea;</div><br /><div align="left">And I on the opposite shore will be,</div><br /><div align="left">Ready to ride and spread the alarm</div><br /><div align="left">Through every Middlesex, village and farm,</div><br /><div align="left">For the country folk to be up and to arm. </div></blockquote><br />If we can be of help to you for your real estate buying or selling needs, <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/contact.htm">please let us know</a>.<br /><div align="left"><a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Realty Co</a>. has been licensed in the practice of real estate in Iowa, since 1958. We provide services in property management and general brokerage.</div><br /><div align="left"></div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-62223394956233380612012-03-12T16:08:00.002-05:002012-03-12T16:10:19.973-05:00City of Cedar Rapids announces Street Closure for Infrastructure RepairsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />March 12, 2012, 2:57 p.m.<br /><br />10th Street SE Closure at 4th Avenue SE<br /><br />CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – March 12, 2012 – Beginning Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 8:30 a.m., 10th Street SE will be closed at 4th Avenue SE for a gas main installation. The installation will take approximately eight (8) days to complete, weather permitting. Traffic should follow marked detour: South bound 4th Avenue SE - 8th Street SE - 3rd Avenue SE –10th Street SE. South bound 2nd Avenue SE - 7th Street SE – 5th Avenue SE –10th Street SE. The road is expected to be open for weekend travel. <br /><br />For a complete list of road closures please check: <a title="This external link will open in a new window" href="http://bit.ly/cJupdw" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/cJupdw</a>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-44549656557140998232012-02-08T16:35:00.003-06:002012-02-08T16:39:15.378-06:00City of Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission is awarded $100,000<em>For Immediate Release<br /><br /><strong>Harkin Announces $420,000 for Fair Housing in Iowa</strong></em><br /><em><br />WASHINGTON D.C.-Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) has awarded $422,622 to seven Iowa cities. FHAP aims to assist state and local agencies that administer fair housing laws. The assistance includes support for complaint processing, training, technical assistance, data and information systems, and other fair housing projects. The program is also designed to provide incentives for states and localities to assume a greater share of the responsibility for administering fair housing laws. Senator Harkin is a senior member of the Appropriations subcommittee that funds HUD.<br /><br />“Quality, affordable housing is one of our most basic needs,” said Harkin. “I am pleased the federal government is providing funding to Iowa cities that will allow each of them to take responsibility for fair housing laws and projects in their communities.”<br /><br />Details of the funding are as followings:<br />Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission-$100,000<br />Davenport Civil Rights Commission-$64,285<br />Des Moines Human Rights Department-$44,680<br />Iowa Civil Rights Commission-$37,200<br />Mason City Human Rights Commission-$86,802<br />Sioux City Human Rights Commission-$23,655<br />Waterloo Commission on Human Rights-$66,000<br /></em><br />Note: Robin Tucker, Realtor with <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co.</a> serves on the 11-member Civil Rights Commission for the City of Cedar Rapids.Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-92218581497775089822012-02-07T16:53:00.003-06:002012-02-07T17:10:42.235-06:00Section 8 and Lawful Sources of Income<div align="left">As a Realtor and Property Manager for <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co</a>., we consider all lawful sources of income from customers in the application process for houses we operate for rent. Not all properties or property owners are suited for use of Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. In talking to a prospective customer (applicant) today, we discovered that the property they seeked was above the price guidelines for the prospective tenant's voucher.
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<br /><div align="center"><strong>City to Offer Free Section 8 Landlord Orientation Sessions</strong><strong></div>
<br /><p></strong>CEDAR RAPIDS, IA – January 25, 2012 – The City of Cedar Rapids Housing Services/Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program will be offering free landlord orientation sessions for all landlords, leasing agents, rental managers and maintenance personnel.
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<br />The two hour presentation will include an overview of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, tenant demographics, common forms and leases, evictions/program violations, and Section 8 inspections and common repairs.
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<br /><ul><li><em>Wednesday, February 8, 2012 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.</em></li>
<br /><li><em>Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.</em></li>
<br /><li><em>Wednesday, August 8, 2012 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.</em></li>
<br /><li><em>Wednesday, November 7, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m.
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<br /><p align="left"><em>The February 8 and May 2 sessions will be held at the Housing Services Office Conference Room, located at 1211 6Th Street SW. Locations for the August 8 and November 7 sessions are yet to be determined. Future updates and more information can be found at the following website under Landlord Resources:
<br /></p></em><a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/community-development/section8rentassistance"><em>www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/community-development/section8rentassistance</em></a><em>. To find out more the Section 8 landlord orientation sessions, please contact Jim Borschel at (319) 286-5181 or </em><a href="mailto:j.borschel@cedar-rapids.org"><em>j.borschel@cedar-rapids.org</em></a><em>.</em>
<br /></em>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-65642105429871610342012-01-23T14:42:00.007-06:002012-01-23T16:03:03.170-06:00Neighborhood Safety Forum in Cedar Rapids at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 23<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7HkZheyzrVBgnfSv1RbpDpJZU3MT-zcPV1VyESjI90NTaVNvCMR6ePVaGH4EvE2yZMNjXg10S2XHb8lm5l9Q9rkdiMVea701Cj8kxYxICj5d1WnP_HZbpyOXuwkxP0duqlHT2m3Np6J4w/s1600/CR+Logo.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 94px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 66px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5700951362013023666" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7HkZheyzrVBgnfSv1RbpDpJZU3MT-zcPV1VyESjI90NTaVNvCMR6ePVaGH4EvE2yZMNjXg10S2XHb8lm5l9Q9rkdiMVea701Cj8kxYxICj5d1WnP_HZbpyOXuwkxP0duqlHT2m3Np6J4w/s400/CR+Logo.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>We begin the fourth week of 2012 in Cedar Rapids today.<br /><br />This morning, Realtor Robin Tucker attended a Realtor Government Affairs committee meeting at the <a href="http://www.crrealtors.org/"><em>Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors</em></a>. An Noon, the <em><a href="http://rotaryclubofcedarrapids.org/">Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids</a></em> had a program from the University of Iowa College of Public Health. Tonight, there will be a <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/things-to-see-do/events-programs/Lists/CityEvents/DispForm.aspx?ID=1055">Neighborhood Safety Forum at St. Paul's UMC</a> at 7 p.m.<br /><br />Council Member Pat Shey is hosting the <a href="http://easterniowagovernment.com/2012/01/18/pat-shey-to-host-neighborhood-safety-forum-on-jan-23/">Neighborhood Safety Forum</a>. Pat Shey represents District 3 on the City Council for Cedar Rapids.<br /><br /><em>The purpose of this forum is to provide information to help residents make their homes and neighborhoods safer. We will discuss current crime statistics, what you can do to protect your home, how you can make your neighborhood safer, and what you should do if you experience a crime or witness suspicious activity.</em><br /><br />Robin Tucker, as <a href="http://ttrco.blogspot.com/2012/01/realtor-robin-tucker-is-one-of-two.html">one of the new Commissioners</a> on the <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/civil-rights/Pages/default.aspx">Civil Rights Commission</a>, said he plans to attend. At last week's first Commission meeting, he decided to join the Outreach Committee for the Commission for 2012. Tucker is one of two new members of the 11 member citizen Commission.<br /><br /><em><strong>Pat Shey to Host Neighborhood Safety Forum on Jan. 23<br /></strong>City Council Member Pat Shey will host a Neighborhood Safety Forum on Monday, January 23, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, located at 1340 3rd Ave SE, especially for residents of District 3.<br /><br />“The purpose of this forum is to provide the citizens of Cedar Rapids with information that will help them make their homes and neighborhoods safer,” said Shey. “We will discuss current crime statistics, what you can do to protect your home, how you can make your neighborhood safer, and what you should do if you experience a crime or witness suspicious activity.”<br /><br />The forum will feature a panel discussion, moderated by Shey, which will include the following experts from the Cedar Rapids Police Department: Lt. Jerry Potter, Sgt. Matthew Welsh, Investigator Michael Bailey and Crime Analyst Dawn Stanford. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and share concerns during the forum.<br /><br />Residents with personal experiences to share are encouraged to submit a written narrative or statement before the forum and send them to </em><a href="mailto:Pat.Shey@cedar-rapids.org"><em>Pat.Shey@cedar-rapids.org</em></a><em>. All statements will be compiled, scanned and share with all who are interested. </em></div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-45803686379449109272012-01-17T16:54:00.003-06:002012-01-17T17:55:45.723-06:00The first half of January is now in the books: Real Estate, Taxes and More<div><a href="http://ttrco.com/MC900436236[1].PNG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 156px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 108px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://ttrco.com/MC900436236[1].PNG" /></a><br /><div>We hope your New Year is off to a good start. It certainly seems like a fast start. If you have questions, regarding property management or real estate services throughout the year, we hope you will call on us at <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co.</a></div><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIHnh1p3bQ_44IXWkOl3yx1Riss7YgmDkhWd5FwVrpeS0J-KA17fStui9AB2cJaipvoOI1_B8McY2kXXSsQo8FahelRy8wWww5T3oVnBdiAb7eUEk7SvI4rSHCWPgkChZt13Fgy2sTvgDc/s1600/2+BR+Bungalows+at+550+and+up.bmp"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 245px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 80px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698753764834427234" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIHnh1p3bQ_44IXWkOl3yx1Riss7YgmDkhWd5FwVrpeS0J-KA17fStui9AB2cJaipvoOI1_B8McY2kXXSsQo8FahelRy8wWww5T3oVnBdiAb7eUEk7SvI4rSHCWPgkChZt13Fgy2sTvgDc/s400/2+BR+Bungalows+at+550+and+up.bmp" /></a>We are marketing a couple of <a href="http://ttrco.com/serv01.htm">two bedroom bungalows</a> for rent in NE Cedar Rapids at the present time. Rents start at $550.00 per month.</div><br /><div>We have an <a href="http://ttrco.com/290_indiandale_rd_se.htm">executive four bedroom home</a> for rent in SE Cedar Rapids at 290 Indiandale Road SE. This property is an over 3,000 square foot home and is currently being updated with new fixtures and decorating. Rent is listed at $1,600 per month and with the updates, this will be a great value. Two story house, fenced rear yard, with garage for three and many features on a quiet dead-end street.</div><br /><div>On Wednesday, two meetings are already scheduled for the New Year. Our first monthly <a href="http://crrealtors.org/">Realtor luncheon</a> and in the evening, the <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/things-to-see-do/events-programs/Lists/CityEvents/DispForm.aspx?ID=1051">Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission</a> will hold the first monthly meeting of 2012 at 5:30 pm.</div><br /><div>We invite you to stop by and read our newsletter during the year. If you would ever like to <a href="http://ttrco.com/contact.htm">talk about your business needs</a>, please give us a call or set up an appointment.</div></div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-84845010481822296902012-01-12T15:45:00.003-06:002012-01-12T15:49:41.827-06:00Realtor® Robin Tucker is one of two appointed by City to serve on Civil Rights Commission<img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 94px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 66px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5696817014416362834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRAJdVbqd25DdYUdfWMWH889EhP9DlctRRP9YwM-3pH-2WjRTymyPWrnZ4SJ0enAkTj585F3o82rDiFeCJbdR9q1ibvSxA-ULVDcR4gRHmdy6-50zK81IQC5ZpNEvgV8JXbIgzpDstkAc/s200/CR+Logo.jpg" />On January 10Th, <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-council/Pages/default.aspx">Mayor Ron Corbett</a> with the consent of the City Council appointed Robin Tucker, a Realtor® with <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co</a>., and Anne Pham, an Alliant Energy employee, to the eleven member Civil Rights Commission for the City of Cedar Rapids. Tucker and Pham will fill two vacancies on the Commission through June 30, 2013.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXVBl4h25pttBLBYr3gITofWWN9d0yE9D1fXuiTl3cLdp02KwHFKmr-B41pEkurLujo4eTC81_NqnL81El2WJREayCEJYxP51t73IVZZpSy_CGA744NHnv_i-zaaCZh-PDp_s_cdidTpA/s1600/civil+rights+commisison.png"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 113px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 87px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5696817122155353538" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXVBl4h25pttBLBYr3gITofWWN9d0yE9D1fXuiTl3cLdp02KwHFKmr-B41pEkurLujo4eTC81_NqnL81El2WJREayCEJYxP51t73IVZZpSy_CGA744NHnv_i-zaaCZh-PDp_s_cdidTpA/s200/civil+rights+commisison.png" /></a><br />The Commission is made up of eleven volunteer members, who are appointed by the Mayor for three-year terms, comprise the <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/civil-rights/Pages/default.aspx">Cedar Rapids Civil Rights </a><a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/civil-rights/Pages/default.aspx">Commission</a>. Each member may serve two consecutive three-year terms. This is a policy-making body which directs the Commission staff. Commissioners are also involved in revising the local civil rights ordinance and assist staff members in their efforts to enforce these laws. The Commission annually elects a Chair and a Vice-Chair. Regularly scheduled meetings take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwW-rK1t4Z6P-zVMJpmIiqewGQE-CXjE2NNHjlcfYKCqJNzIgZLzy6wN6WKryAIskXVSrr3eaYacxLLELtFR_eFO3aD5Wn0tnbRWPwqmGPiFe2Lh_leN3ZrjdZjC9JAU1Yp2bUkvaEauk/s1600/Mom+and+Dad+with+Karl+Cassell.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5696818291606291682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwW-rK1t4Z6P-zVMJpmIiqewGQE-CXjE2NNHjlcfYKCqJNzIgZLzy6wN6WKryAIskXVSrr3eaYacxLLELtFR_eFO3aD5Wn0tnbRWPwqmGPiFe2Lh_leN3ZrjdZjC9JAU1Yp2bUkvaEauk/s200/Mom+and+Dad+with+Karl+Cassell.jpg" /></a>Robin Tucker's <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/_borders/Tommy%20Tucker%20Skype%20cropped.png">father, I.L. 'Tommy' Tucker</a>, proudly served on the original Commission or <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8fT1J5gRb85f0MsP08XeCObeTnuwUW4uy75cBjHy9YPSsvpqsmg8NVMkorvHhe57l_pxhRmgTlsHUHbfiO8ukvCnqDU8pyk4PmTj-3RLJHpK9LtadiORrzfshlhbEuxo4MADj9Y0DWZ8/s1600/Tommy+Tucker+thrwoing+pitch.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5696817773428944146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8fT1J5gRb85f0MsP08XeCObeTnuwUW4uy75cBjHy9YPSsvpqsmg8NVMkorvHhe57l_pxhRmgTlsHUHbfiO8ukvCnqDU8pyk4PmTj-3RLJHpK9LtadiORrzfshlhbEuxo4MADj9Y0DWZ8/s200/Tommy+Tucker+thrwoing+pitch.jpg" /></a>Committee on Human/Civil Rights for the <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/">City of Cedar Rapids</a>. He served for approximately 32 years and was recognized by the Commission for his past service on July 15, 2011 at a Cedar Rapids Kernals game, where he was asked to throw out the first pitch. Tommy Tucker Realty Co. is a contributor to the Friends of the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission Foundation, as is the <a href="http://www.crrealtors.org/">Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors</a>. (Pictured are LaVerne and Tommy Tucker, Robin's parents, with our City's Civil Rights Director <a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/government/departments/civil-rights/Pages/AboutUs.aspx">Karl Cassell</a>, along with Tommy Tucker, founder of our company throwing out the first pitch).<br /><br />We believe strongly in the tradition of Equal Opportunity in employment, housing, education, public accommodations and credit in our community. "<em>Like my father, I look forward to paying my civic rent in service to the Commission for the next 18 months</em>," said Robin Tucker.<br /><br />This Monday, January 16Th, our Nation and community will celebrate the <a href="http://mlkday.gov/">Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday</a>. Robin Tucker is scheduled to attend both the <a href="http://unitedwayofeastcentraliowa.org/mlk/">26Th Annual Remembering Martin Luncheon</a> at the Hotel at Kirkwood at 11 a.m., as well as the <a href="http://www.stpaulsumc.org/templates/System/details.asp?id=48469&PG=Events&LID=&CID=1220473">Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration </a>on Monday evening at St. Paul's UMC at 7 p.m. The evening event is open to the public and there is no charge attend, though a free will offering is taken.Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-18980167304404791432012-01-09T14:35:00.004-06:002012-01-09T14:50:07.629-06:00Cedar Rapids Community Schools board to discuss the Closing of Schools at Tonight's Board Meeting<a href="http://www.seiu199.org/files/2011/05/CedarRapidsSchools-new.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 439px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 198px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.seiu199.org/files/2011/05/CedarRapidsSchools-new.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>Two east side schools and a variety of west side schools are being considered for closure or reassignment at tonight's Cedar Rapids Community School Board meeting at 5 p.m. The meeting has been moved per The Gazette to the AEA Conference Center at 4401 Sixth Street SW to accommodate a larger audience.<br /><br /><a class="post-title" title="Permanent Link to New council member Olson pushes plan for west-side rec center at Harrison" href="http://thegazette.com/2012/01/09/new-council-member-olson-pushes-plan-for-west-side-rec-center-at-harrison/" rel="bookmark"><em>New council member Olson pushes plan for west-side rec center at Harrison</em></a><em><br /></em><a href="http://thegazette.com/2012/01/09/new-council-member-olson-pushes-plan-for-west-side-rec-center-at-harrison/"><em>Plan would benefit both rec center and school</em> </a>- The Gazette<br /><br /><a class="post-title" title="Permanent Link to Cedar Rapids school board members to hear enrollment study report Monday" href="http://thegazette.com/2012/01/06/cedar-rapids-school-board-members-to-hear-enrollment-study-report-monday/" rel="bookmark"><em>Cedar Rapids school board members to hear enrollment study report Monday</em></a><em><br /></em><a href="http://thegazette.com/2012/01/06/cedar-rapids-school-board-members-to-hear-enrollment-study-report-monday/"><em>Public meeting begins at 5 p.m. Monday at Grant Wood AEA</em> </a>- The Gazette<br /><br />The enrollment study report has two proposals. For more information on each proposal, <a href="http://www.cr.k12.ia.us/FacilitiesStudy/index.html" target="_blank">Detailed information on the Enrollment and Facilities Study Process.</a></div><br /><br /><div><br /><a href="http://thegazette.com/2011/12/20/c-r-schools-panel-turns-options-over-to-community/"><em>C.R. schools panel turns options over to community</em></a> - The Gazette 12/20 article </div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-52643629126182115402011-12-30T12:46:00.006-06:002011-12-30T13:08:23.539-06:00Wishing you and yours a Happy New Year in 2012<a href="http://ttrco.com/MC900436236[1].PNG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 156px; height: 108px;" src="http://ttrco.com/MC900436236[1].PNG" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Our offices at <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co.</a> will be closing at 2 p.m. on Friday, December 30Th, so our staff can enjoy time in ringing in the New Year with friends and family. Our offices will reopen for normal business on Tuesday, January 2, 2012 at 8:30 a.m.<br /><br />Further, we want to wish both our Iowa Regent institutions in the FBS level the very best in today's Pinstripe and Insight bowl games, where <a href="http://thegazette.com/2011/12/30/gameday-bowl-day-for-iowa-iowa-state/">Iowa State University and University of Iowa</a>, respectively, are playing on December 30Th. Congratulations on their seasons, respectively.<br /><br />If you have a service call need, please call and leave a message at 319.365.6956. We appreciate your business and want wish you and yours a Happy New Year in 2012. Robin Tucker's E-mail address is also an option at rtucker@TTRCO.com.Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-65579288928457720442011-12-23T12:05:00.006-06:002011-12-23T12:26:00.198-06:00Hannakkah, Winter Begins and we take a break for Christmas this WeekendAt 1 p.m. on Friday, December 23Rd, the offices of <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co.</a> will close for several days in celebration of Christmas.<br /><br />It's been a busy and fast 2011. We will wrap up the New Year, next weekend, but it is time for pause, as we celebrate another holiday season.<br /><ul><li>Happy Hanukkah to those of the Jewish faith in our community</li><br /><li>The first full day of Winter has arrived</li><br /><li>Christmas has arrived in Eastern Iowa ... </li></ul><br /><p>Our offices are closed, but the phone and web site is on. Please feel free to call and leave a message, if you require some attention over the Christmas holiday. </p><br />We will be closed at 1 p.m. on Friday, December 23Rd, due to Christmas. Our offices will re-open, with normal business hours at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 27, 2011.<br /><p>On behalf of my staff, our REALTORS and the Tucker family, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. May it be a safe and enjoyable holiday for you and yours.<br /><p align="right">With Warmest<br /><align="right">thoughts and wishes<br /><align="right">for a wonderful Christmas.<br /><align="right"><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=40399034&trk=tab_pro">Robin Tucker</a>, Broker/Officer<br /><align="right"><a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co.<br /><align="right">Licensed in Iowa </p></a><br /><p></p><br /><a href="http://www.ttrco.com/"></a>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-18808275654925313112011-12-12T17:14:00.004-06:002011-12-12T17:39:51.727-06:00We have a nice 4 Bedroom Executive Rental in Cedar Rapids; along with 2 Small, 2 Bedroom Bungalows<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4qEncb5rOkEAuaVDZh0WA_3lfNhpgonNBs6HEmp36qpk8bObc8pkMgeD7oXlOBzRoldFp99bqoQ9IOlDz-8l0NXytgsCdpMGh_7aflRmnee-Hv0ilLRhLXJrqs2gZMnNPl4bsrsV5UJmS/s1600/290+Indiandale+Road+2011.12.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5685388880403157762" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4qEncb5rOkEAuaVDZh0WA_3lfNhpgonNBs6HEmp36qpk8bObc8pkMgeD7oXlOBzRoldFp99bqoQ9IOlDz-8l0NXytgsCdpMGh_7aflRmnee-Hv0ilLRhLXJrqs2gZMnNPl4bsrsV5UJmS/s400/290+Indiandale+Road+2011.12.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://ttrco.com/290_indiandale_rd_se.htm">290 Indiandale Road SE for Rent</a></div><br /><div align="center">Cedar Rapids, Iowa </div><br /><div align="center">$1,600 per month</div><br /><div align="center">Coming early January 2012</div><br /><div align="center"></div><br /><div align="left">We invite you to take a close look at this nice two-story house, with four bedrooms, two and one half bath and room for a three cars in the attached garage. Over 3,000 square feet finished. Fenced rear yard on quiet street in Indian Creek Hills subdivision of Cedar Rapids. If you have children, the property is in the Cedar Rapids Community Schools (Erskine ES - McKinley MS - Washington HS).</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">We also have two small, <a href="http://ttrco.com/serv01.htm">two bedroom bungalows</a> (one story houses) for rent near Daniels Park in NE Cedar Rapids.</div><br /><div align="left"></div><br /><div align="left">Give <a href="mailto:rtucker@ttrco.com">Robin Tucker</a> a call at <a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co</a>. at 319.365.6956 x 103.</div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6124742080803624207.post-33468077494691075752011-12-07T16:52:00.001-06:002011-12-07T17:01:00.840-06:00Community Event: Thurday, December 8Th at Lindale Mall<a href="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-news/announcements/PublishingImages/lindale-event-image%20-%20resized%20for%20web%20page.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 448px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 270px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.cedar-rapids.org/city-news/announcements/PublishingImages/lindale-event-image%20-%20resized%20for%20web%20page.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><em>You're Invited to Resident Appreciation Night!<br /><br /><br />•Date: Thursday, December 8<br />•Time: 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.<br />•Place: Lindale Mall Food Court<br />City Manager Jeff Pomeranz will kick off the event with a special announcement at 4:00 p.m. to introduce a brand new City service debuting in December.<br /><br />Free gift bag for the first 200 residents who stop by our booths in the Lindale Mall food court! Register to win a $50 gift certificate for recreation programs.<br /><br />Join us to...<br /><br />•Paint a snow plow blade<br />•Make an ornament craft with your friends from the Cedar Rapids Public Library<br />•See how a fire truck and police car work<br />•Meet a police K-9 dog<br />•Meet the firefighters and police officers that keep you safe every day<br />•Meet our favorite mascots: CURBY, YARDY and McGruff the Crime Dog<br />•Help us name the City's newest mascot, the river otter<br />•See photos of the newest animal to join the Bever Zoo in 2012<br />•Learn about the new fire station building projects, the new library and the new Amphitheater & Levee project<br />•Pick up a copy of winter sports locations and find out when they will be open<br />•See a City mapping demonstration<br />•Get your garbage and recycling questions answered<br />•Learn about bike safety and the metro trails network<br />•Find out how the Water Pollution Control Plant works<br />•Get the latest update on street improvement projects<br />•Find out which bus route you can take to get to work<br />•Provide input on the new welcome signs to be installed at the I-380 entrances to Cedar Rapids<br />•Participate in some community planning activities to help us build a greater community for the next generation<br />You'll get to know all of the services provided by the City of Cedar Rapids during this special event. </em></div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a href="http://www.ttrco.com/">Tommy Tucker Realty Co</a>. is not affiliated with this Community Event, but we wanted to pass the information onto residents who are interested in attending. We encourage residents to attend to learn more about our community.</div>Robin Tucker, Realtor®http://www.blogger.com/profile/03910908982585497135noreply@blogger.com0