Report finds new power plant should not be built close to Eastern Iowa Airport

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – A report commissioned by the Cedar Rapids Airport Commission recommends that Alliant Energy find an alternative site for its proposed natural gas plant.

The report was released by airport officials on Monday. It mandates that airport operators preserve land use compatibility.

The report says this is necessary for ensuring the safety of aircraft, minimizing public disruptions, meeting eligibility requirements for grants, and compiling to airport design standards…

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