Iowa City could be among first in nation to ban drones (leader, states)

[KUchief25]

Looks like some of the old hayseeds may be onto something here. Grabbing their shotguns and praying to God and banning drones. Note how they city council was forced to abide by the will of the people but said they would try and work around things at a later time. Vote em all out!!!

"Iowa City will be among the first municipalities in the country to adopt a ban on drones and other surveillance devices, but city leaders are making clear that they hope the ordinance isn’t permanent.

The Iowa City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance to ban drones, automated traffic cameras and license-plate readers. That comes after thousands of local residents signed a petition calling for such a ban.

All seven council members supported the ordinance Tuesday night and indicated they’ll do the same June 18 when the measure comes up for final approval in two weeks. However, council members said they still want to install some of those devices, red-light cameras in particular. They said they’ll wait until state policymakers finish reviewing possible restrictions on cameras."

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/art...nclick_check=1

[ELR123]

"Grabbing their shotguns and praying to God..."

Iowa City is a college town, not rural Oklahoma.

[KUchief25]

Originally Posted by ELR123

"Grabbing their shotguns and praying to God..."

Iowa City is a college town, not rural Oklahoma.

There are plenty of gun toters running around there who vote.

[ELR123]

Originally Posted by KUchief25

There are plenty of gun toters running around there who vote.

Well all I know is Iowa City is solidly blue. Not that there aren't gun toters who vote Democrat, but the fact remains.

[KUchief25]

So you think blue voters don't pray and tote shotguns? I know that doesn't fit the liberal stereotype but plenty do. Little secret betwix me and you.

[ELR123]

Originally Posted by KUchief25

So you think blue voters don't pray and tote shotguns? I know that doesn't fit the liberal stereotype but plenty do. Little secret betwix me and you.

I literally said in my post that there are gun toters that vote Democrat... And yes, the majority of Democrats are Christians.

But when I think of a liberal college town, the first thing that pops into my head isn't highly religious or gun enthusiasts.

[Kreutz]

Charlottesville VA did this some months ago.

[KUchief25]

Are you calling the liberal rag des moines register liars?? LOL

[ELR123]

Originally Posted by KUchief25

Are you calling the liberal rag des moines register liars?? LOL

If you're addressing Kreutz, the article specifically states "... among the first."

If you're addressing me, I don't know how I could have implied the newspaper was lying.

[GregW]

What is wrong with RED LIGHT cameras? If you blow through a RED light you are endangering others and your behavior needs to change. Severe fines or jail time for repeaters should help you change your driving.

Personal confession: I was nearly tagged by a stop sign runner that blew through the intersection at about 45+ mph. No wonder I always look first.

IMHO - flying drones would make excellent moving targets.