The City of Iowa City has published its latest progress report for the 2020-2021 Strategic Plan.

The City’s Strategic Plan is a goal-setting document that establishes top priorities and initiatives of City Council. The Strategic Plan, developed approximately every two years, is a collaborative effort between Council members and City staff. Initiatives identified in the Plan guide staff actions as they address Council priorities through specific programs, policies, and projects.

The City Council adopted the 2020-2021 Strategic Plan in June 2020 and the update details...

If you enjoy snow, you are having an amazing January! For the rest of us, please hang in there as we prepare for another round of snow removal. Just remember, every day brings us one step closer to spring.

Although this is starting to feel like the new normal and maybe some are even starting to get used to it, we'd like to thank our residents for doing their part to clear their walks this winter. We know firsthand that it isn’t always easy, but it does make for safer travel for everyone.

To ensure the safety of neighbors, dog-walkers, and those who require sidewalk access,...

The City's Office of Equity and Human Rights has partnered with the African American Museum of Iowa to host a free virtual presentation on the history of Buxton, Iowa, an early 20th century town where African Americans were welcomed with little racism and discrimination.

Entitled "Wonders of Buxton," the presentation will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021, via Zoom. The presentation will transport curious minds back to the first decades of the 20th century to Buxton, a bustling mining town that was referred to as a utopia for the majority of the town's residents: African...

Furry friends are welcome at the next Iowa City Parks and Recreation special event. This paws-itively fun experience will offer residents a free and socially distant, family outing that is sure to entertain.

The Thornberry Dog Sweater Pawty will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021. A socially-distanced dog sweater contest will begin at 2 p.m. and will include three judged categories, Most (P)ugly Sweater, Most Unique Sweater, and Best Friends Costume (human pup combo). A prize basket of dog goodies will be awarded to the winner of each category.

The...