The City of Iowa City Streets Division has started its street sweeping operations to remove sand and debris from the streets to enhance public safety.

On Thursday, May 21, 2026, and Friday, May 22, on-street parking will be prohibited in designated areas to allow street-sweepers to clean the full width of the street. Vehicles not moved will be towed. “No parking” signs will be posted at least 48 hours in advance of any work to alert vehicle owners to move their cars.  If you are a university student who normally parks in one of these areas, plan accordingly so that your vehicle is not towed.

Downtown street sweeping

On Thursday, May 21, 2026, crews will begin sweeping the Downtown area. Drivers are asked to be patient, as the sweepers are slow-moving and stop periodically to empty debris. Street sweeping in the Downtown area is expected to be completed by Friday, May 22.

Street sweeping schedule for May 21

On Tuesday, May 19, the following streets will be posted for street-sweeping that will begin at 7 a.m. on Thursday, May 21:   

• Jefferson Street, from Gilbert Street to Evans Street (south side only)
• Iowa Avenue, from Van Buren Street to Muscatine Ave. (south side only)
• Washington Street, from Van Buren to Pearl Street (south side only)
• College Street, from Van Buren Street to Summit Street (south side only)
• Governor Street, from Burlington Street to Bowery Street (east side only)
• Dubuque Street, from Court Street to Prentiss Street (east side only)
• Clinton Street, from Harrison Street to Wright Street (east side only)
• Prentiss Street, from Capitol Street to Linn Street (south side only)
• Capitol Street, from Lafayette Street to Harrison Street (east side only)

Street sweeping schedule for May 22

On Tuesday, May 19, the following streets will be posted for street-sweeping that will begin at 7 a.m. on Friday, May 22:

• Bloomington Street, from Linn Street to Clinton Street (north side only)
• Iowa Avenue, from Van Buren Street to Muscatine Avenue (north side only)
• Washington Street, from Van Buren Street to Muscatine Avenue (north side only)
• College Street, from Van Buren Street to Summit Street (north side only)
• Summit Street, from College Street to Burlington Street (west side only)
• Lucas Street, from Burlington Street south to the dead-end (west side only)
• Van Buren Street, from Burlington Street to Bowery Street (west side only)
• Clinton Street, from Harrison Street to Iowa Interstate Railroad (west side only)

City ordinance requires vehicles that are parked on the street to be moved every 48 hours, regardless of street-sweeping or other work. Cars that are not moved are considered “street storage” and may be ticketed and towed.

For more information on the street-sweeping schedule, call the Streets Office at 319-356-5181.