CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Cedar Rapids residents are casting their ballots in an important local election featuring a mayoral race, a contested city council seat, and a significant bond referendum.

Incumbent Mayor Tiffany O'Donnell, who has held office since 2022, is facing a challenge from Myra C. Bradwell. Meanwhile, the District One city council race has incumbent Marty Hoeger running against Sam Wilson.

In addition to these races, residents are voting on a $117 million school bond referendum. The funds are earmarked for extensive school improvements, including the renovation of McKinley Middle School and the conversion of Wilson Middle School into a modern elementary facility for Cedar River Academy and Grant Elementary. The proposal also includes plans to renovate Roosevelt Middle School

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