Following are news articles, press releases, and letters to the editor related to my candidacy and the District #2 race.

NEWS AND ENDORSEMENTS

The Gazette's Endorsements -- C.R. Council: Podzimek, Vernon, Swore
The Gazette, November 4, 2007

Just who's up for election in C.R.?
The Gazette, November 4, 2007

C.R. District 2 race anything but ho-hum
The Gazette, November 4, 2007

Know Your Candidates: Cedar Rapids City Council, District 2
The Gazette, November 4, 2007

District 2's Vernon out-raises incumbent 5 to 1
The Gazette, November 2, 2007

Option tax on table for 5 candidates
The Gazette, November 1, 2007

Know Your Candidates: Cedar Rapids City Council, District 2
The Gazette, October 29, 2007

Podzimek, Swore, Vernon endorsed
The Gazette, October 26, 2007

Cedar Rapids Builders Association endorsement of Monica Vernon
Press release, October 24, 2007

Chamber committee backs 3 C.R. council candidates
The Gazette, October 18, 2007

Candidates share ideas for city
The Gazette, October 17, 2007

City Council issues top questions at forum
The Gazette, October 16, 2007

Labor endorses 3 in C.R. council races
The Gazette, October 12, 2007

Businesswoman Vernon joins C.R. District 2 race
The Gazette, July 18, 2007

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Vernon brings change; Podzimek should stay
By Dean Barnum, November 4, 2007

Vernon won't shy away from controversial choices
By Judith O'Donnell, November 4, 2007

Vernon can help bring vibrancy back to C.R.
By Diane Nemmers Stefani, November 4, 2007

Vernon wants to involve more residents on issues
By Lura McBride, November 3, 2007

Vernon will benefit entire community
By Bruce Anderson, November 2, 2007

Vernon’s work ethic will benefit city
By Karl Cassell, November 2, 2007

Vernon wants to provide supportive environment
By Doug Elliott, November 2, 2007

Vernon takes the lead when she gets involved
By Kathleen Kleiman, November 2, 2007

You can trust that Vernon will be prepared
By Kathy Lamb, November 2, 2007

Vernon will use strengths to shape the future
By Pat Cargin, November 1, 2007

Vernon will bring needed spark to council
By Patty Powers, November 1, 2007

Vernon's a 'go-to' person who can help C.R. council
By Barb and Jim Vancura, October 31, 2007

Vernon will put in time needed to be effective
By Susan McDermott, October 29, 2007

Vernon brings experience, expertise to C.R. council
By Linda Kuster, October 28, 2007

Vernon will take it to the next level
By Libby Slappey, October 26, 2007

On council, Vernon will lead city in positive direction
By Judith Ellis Ong, October 26, 2007

Vote for Vernon for better Cedar Rapids
By Charles Ong Sr., October 26, 2007

Vernon has shown she’s an effective leader
By Jack Evans, October 25, 2007

Vernon brings business, volunteer experience
By Ralph Plagman, October 25, 2007

Accomplished daughters are testaments to Vernon
By Suzy DeWolf, October 21, 2007

Vernon will listen to all and make good decisions
By Becky Esker, October 21, 2007

Vernon identifies problems and seeks solutions
By James Arenson, October 19, 2007

Vernon shows commitment to Cedar Rapids
By Keith Rippy, October 18, 2007

Vernon driven to bring growth, prosperity to city
By Elizabeth Lederer, October 18, 2007

Vernon ’s qualities a perfect fit for council
By Lisa Rhatigan, October 17, 2007

Vernon will be a leader you can count on
By Cheryle Mitvalsky, October 17, 2007

Vernon has energy, drive to stay involved
By Stephen Schmitz, October 16, 2007

Vernon has vision to take city in new direction
By Greg and Wendy Dunn, October 16, 2007

Vernon has the experience to serve on C.R. Council
By Bill Munsell, October 14, 2007

Vernon is most qualified to be on C.R. City Council
By Tami Pierson, October 11, 2007

Vernon will give full effort to Cedar Rapids council
By Jon Koebrick, October 9, 2007

Vernon will listen to ideas as member of C.R. council
By Janie Mills, October 7, 2007

Vernon takes on issues and achieves resolutions
By Allen Witt, October 3, 2007

Monica Vernon’s previous C.R. work shows abilities
By Russell D. Oviatt, September 30, 2007

Monica Vernon committed to improving Cedar Rapids
By Mike Weston, September 30, 2007

Monica Vernon is what C.R. council needs
By Jennifer Neumann, September 30, 2007

Monica Vernon possesses both vision and drive
By Drew Skogman, September 28, 2007

Monica Vernon brings engaged leadership to C.R.
By Jim Halverson, September 17, 2007