The Week of Monday, September 12, 2011

On Monday, we opened the morning with two City inspections on the NE side of Cedar Rapids. Nice discussion with the inspector this morning on Chapter 29 and Chapter 22, along with the inspection of two 2 bedroom one story houses that are tenant occupied.

At Noon on Monday, scheduled to attend the Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting.

• September 12 : Tom Aller, President, Interstate Power & Light is the program

The Iowa Association of Realtors conducts its State Convention this week.

We are marketing some executive houses for rent. These are new listings, as seen in The Gazette over the weekend. We have a four bedroom in NW Cedar Rapids for rent, along with a newer three bedroom in Marion for rent. Both properties are ranch style homes.


On Tuesday, school board elections will be conducted in Cedar Rapids and across the State of Iowa. There are races for all four positions in the Cedar Rapids Community Schools. The polls in Linn County will be open Noon to 8 p.m. Don't forget to vote.

If you have any questions on the school board election in Cedar Rapids, please give me a call or contact the Linn County Auditor's Office.

ttrco

Back from the Iowa Association of Realtors meeting in Council Bluffs this week

Realtors® Robin Tucker and Tommy Tucker, representing Tommy Tucker Realty Co. attended the Iowa Association of Realtors® annual Convention held:

September 21-24, 2009 at

Mid-America Center, Council Bluffs

The seminars, meetings and events were outstanding this year at the Convention. I.L. "Tommy" Tucker is a Past IAR President, IAR Realtor of the Year and O.G. Powell Award winner and was recognized for his attendance and past service to the Association during the Inaugural Gala. Our Association's new president is Realtor® Carey Jensen of Council Bluffs. She was installed, along with other officers and directors at the 2009 Inaugural Gala.

Speakers included:

• Pat Zaby
• Rich Sands
• Dan Olson of Department of Natuarl Resources (Septic Systems in Iowa)
• Jerry Rossi
• John Mayfield
• Judy Stevens
• Paul McLaughlin
• Joe Sesso
• Kitty Carstens
• Joe Sesso

Upcoming legislative issues in the State of Iowa:

• Septic Tanks
• Radon
• Storwater Fees
• Fire Sprinkers
• IFA issues (mechanics leans)
• Lead based paint
• Filing of sellers discosure at time of of transfer
• Homestead changes
• other upcoming issues in Real property
• Health Care for small business and independent contractors was mentioned

Other Highlights of this year's Convention:

• Numerous Continuing Education Opportunities - more...
• Learn new business strategies relevant to today's market conditions
• Expanded Trade Show - more... More than 50 vendors showcasing products and services
• Vendor Demonstrations - more... See the latest technology and vendor products in action with our 12 demo sessions
• Networking - see below Meet new REALTORS® and grow your contact base for referrals
  State Committees and Work Groups - more...
• Get involved at the state level and make a difference in your industry
• Events - Elegant dinners, great nightlife, and other events just for fun!

The 2010 IAR Convention will be held in Dubuque.

ttrco

2009 Iowa Legislative Session is on

Broker/officer Robin Tucker attended the Cedar Rapids Association of Realtors monthly government affairs meeting this morning.

Plenty of discussion on local and state legislative issues today, including a one percent local option sales tax proposal that the City of Cedar Rapids and the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce are working on this week for a possible vote on March 3Rd vote this year.

Plans are in the works for the March 24Th bus visit to Des Monies to visit with our legislators and visit the State Capitol. The Cedar Rapids Association and statewide members of Iowa Association of Realtors plan an annual visit the Hill each year.

ttrco