Find the latest news and information updates from City of Iowa City, Johnson County, and other trusted sources related to coronavirus (COVID-19) on this page.
City of Iowa City News Updates
- Reminder: Free COVID-19 testing kits available at City Hall (10/26/2021)
- Free COVID-19 testing kits available at City Hall (10/6/2021)
- Mayor's mask order extended for City of Iowa City (9/29/2021)
- Mayor issues face covering order for City of Iowa City (8/20/2021)
- Mayor issues new mask order for City of Iowa City (8/19/2021)
- City again requires masks to be worn in public facilities to match updated CDC guidance (8/5/2021)
- City Council meetings back to in person; moved to Senior Center (7/1/2021)
- Senior Center to reopen to the public Thursday, July 1 (6/30/2021)
- City Hall set to reopen to the public July 1 (6/24/2021)
- The Senior Center’s phased reopening begins June 4 (6/2/2021)
- Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center reopening (5/28/2021)
- Community Connection: COVID-19 relief funds for renters and homeowners (4/21/2021)
- Vaccine Information (2/4/2021)
- Federal law requiring face masks on public transit buses goes into effect Feb. 2, 2021 (2/2/2021)
- Community Connection: Iowa City Area Business Partnership focuses on local economy during the pandemic (10/28/2020)
- Community Connection: School district shares successes and struggles of educating kids during the pandemic (10/14/2020)
- Community Connection: Center for Worker Justice helps families navigate pandemic, derecho disaster (8/26/2020)
- Community Connection: Iowa City Hospice makes adjustments to safely provide care during the pandemic (7/8/2020)
- Community Connection: Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County helps renters navigate financial hardships (6/12/2020)
- Community Connection: Houses into Homes continues to provide services during pandemic (5/26/2020)
- Community Connection: Community Foundation of Johnson County makes an impact during pandemic (5/21/2020)
- Community Connection: Think Iowa City helps local businesses navigate during the crisis (5/19/2020)
- City to resume normal rates and enforcement at parking decks, street meters beginning Monday, May 18, 2020 (5/15/2020)
- Guidance issued for landlords on fair housing and COVID-19 (5/6/2020)
- Community Connection: Refugee and Immigrant Association works to bridge barriers during pandemic (5/5/2020)
- City shares CDC recommendations in multiple languages (5/1/2020)
- Community Connection: Domestic violence awareness and resources available during a pandemic (4/28/2020)
- City asks transit users to wear cloth masks while on buses (4/10/2020)
- Community Connection: United Way JWC works to provide disaster relief to COVID-19 (4/10/2020)
- CommUnity assisting those facing emotional, food, and financial crises (4/2/2020)
- Animal Center accepting food donations for pets of those experiencing hardships (3/27/2020)
- Services available from the Equity and Human Rights Office (3/25/2020)
- Video Update: Coronavirus Resource Guide (03/22/2020)
Trusted Information Sources
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has a dedicated summary of the virus, including symptoms, risk assessment, and preventative measures.
- Iowa Department of Public Health provides up-to-date information regarding this virus on their website, as well as guidance for businesses, schools, healthcare, long-term care, general public, and travelers.
- State of Iowa COVID-19 Updates and Resources
- The 211 hotline is available as the central resource for those with questions.
- United Way COVID-19 Dashboard includes updated statistics on health, financial, and education impacts.
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics website provides information and resources regarding COVID-19 preparation and response.