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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

City Council to consider SSMID ordinance Tuesday

The Iowa City City Council will discuss a motion Tuesday setting a public hearing in November to consider an ordinance to create a self-supporting municipal improvement district in and around downtown.

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted in favor of the district earlier this month after the requirements for a petition were met.

"It’s an important step forward. I think this is a very substantial move," said Karen Kubby, owner of Beadology, 220 E. Washington St. "This is bringing together different and independent voices to find a common activity to promote a commercial area."

A public hearing is set for Nov. 1, Nov. 22, and a final hearing Dec. 6.

— by Asmaa Elkeurti

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