Avoid frozen pipes and water meters before leaving town

Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - 12:30pm
Contact: 
Jonathan Durst
Water

The first major winter storm of the season is currently predicted to bring wind chills between minus 20 to minus 40 degrees in the coming days. This storm also coincides with holiday travel and many community members traveling to be with family and friends.

The City of Iowa City recommends taking these steps to prevent your water pipes and water meter from freezing:

Keep your heat set to at least 55 degrees at all times, including while you are away. Ensure windows and outside doors are closed. Keep interior doors and cabinets open, especially those containing plumbing such as...

City to test water supply following Marengo explosion; contaminants unlikely to be found

Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Jonathan Durst
Water

In response to last week's C6-Zero facility explosion in Marengo, the City of Iowa City wishes to assure the public there is no anticipated impact to the City's water supply.

The Water Division has been in contact with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources since Friday, Dec. 16. IDNR staff provided information to the City indicating that waters contaminated due to the explosion had been contained to a stormwater basin near the C6-Zero facility in Marengo.

The Water Division will conduct a sampling of the Iowa River using the same analyses the IDNR is using at the Marengo...

Year-end ACFR financial report now available

Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Jacklyn Fleagle
Finance

Iowa City's annual year-end financial report, which provides information on actual income, incurred expenses, and financial position through the end of fiscal year 2022, is now available at icgov.org/budget . Compilation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) is required by the Iowa Code.

The 150-page report will be reviewed by the City Council and submitted to the City's bondholders.

It will also be forwarded to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for consideration for an award in government financial...

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City urges residents to move cars off-street before snowstorm

Monday, December 19, 2022 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Brock Holub

A snowstorm is slated to hit Iowa City this week, with the potential to bring large amounts of snowfall to the area.

The City is urging all residents to park their cars off-street so plows can efficiently clear roads of snow. If off-street parking is not available, residents should consider alternative parking arrangements. For example, ask a friend, neighbor, or family member who has off-street parking if you could park your vehicle there.

Vehicles can also be moved to a Downtown Parking ramp for...

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Armed robbery suspect in custody

Monday, December 19, 2022 - 12:15pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

Following the investigation into the Dec. 12, 2022, armed robbery near West Benton Street and Oaknoll Court, Iowa City Police have identified Dewayne K. Corely-Jones, 30, as a suspect in the case. Corely-Jones was captured in Illinois last week and upon his return to Iowa will face the following charges:

First-degree robbery First-degree theft Going armed with intent

Investigation into the Coralville incident is ongoing by the Coralville Police Department. Corely-Jones is currently in the custody of the Peoria County, Ill. Sheriff's Office. No other information is available at this...

Video Update: Insulation Grants, Winter Curbside Collection, and Holiday Schedule

Monday, December 19, 2022 - 7:00am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events. Topics this week include a grant program to provide proper insulation for qualified homeowners, some tips for curbside collection during winter months, and where to find the City’s schedule for the upcoming holidays. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Insulation Grant...
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Help pick a new location for public art in Iowa City!

Friday, December 16, 2022 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Wendy Ford
Note: the survey is now closed. Thank you for participating!

The Public Art Advisory Committee is seeking feedback on eight potential locations for a future public art project.

Residents are asked to take an online survey and rank eight possible locations for a new public art project in Iowa City. The location with the highest score will be selected. A request for qualifications from artists who wish to be considered for creating the new piece will follow.

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Office of Equity and Human Rights to offer virtual training on opioids, overdose education and naloxone on Jan. 11

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Equity and Human Rights

Join the Office of Equity and Human Rights on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023, from noon-1:30 p.m. for a free virtual program, "Opioids, Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution."

Participants will learn to:

Identify how opioids affect the brain Identify risk factors associated with - and strategies to reduce - opioid overdose Assist someone experiencing an opioid overdose Administer naloxone to reverse an overdose

The training will be led by Carrie Hough, PhD, MPH. Carrie is a Prevention Specialist at Community & Family Resources in Iowa City who facilitates trainings...

City reaches temporary agreement with H-Bar ownership; nuisance abatement process to continue

Tuesday, December 13, 2022 - 9:00am

On Dec. 12, 2022, the City of Iowa City agreed to a temporary injunction with the owners of H-Bar as part of ongoing efforts to address public safety issues at the establishment. The temporary injunction will cover operations at H-Bar until a permanent resolution can be reached.

Under the temporary injunction, H-Bar will:

Close at 2 a.m. No customers may be present after that time. Allow Iowa City police officers to enter H-Bar at anytime H-bar is open to the public to perform community caretaking functions.

A copy of the temporary injunction can be found...

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