A car with a parking ticket is shown to alert residents about not park in bike lanes.

City expands enforcement for vehicles parking in bike lanes; violators subject to fines and towing

Friday, March 25, 2022 - 10:45am
Contact: 
Darian Nagle-Gamm
Transportation

On March 22, 2022, the City Council voted unanimously to amend an ordinance that expands the enforcement of bike lanes being blocked by parked vehicles.

Stopping, standing or parking in bike lanes is already prohibited by city code; however, only Police were able to provide enforcement. This code change makes such an offense a non-moving violation, enabling Parking enforcement staff to issue citations. Read the full ordinance online.

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A map of the Rochester Avenue Reconstruction Project.

Rochester Avenue: lane shifts start March 24, 2022 ahead of Reconstruction Project

Thursday, March 24, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Justin Harland
Rochester Avenue Reconstruction Project

Effective immediately, travel on Rochester Avenue, from First Avenue to Montrose Avenue, will be impacted. It is anticipated normal traffic will resume by mid-June.

Lanes of traffic will be shifted at various locations during daylight hours.

This traffic pattern change will accommodate the conversion of overhead electrical lines to underground for an upcoming road construction project. This work precedes the official beginning of the Rochester Avenue Reconstruction Project , set to begin in...

A sculpture of a sun is shown.

Apply now to be a part of the Iowa City Sculptors Showcase

Thursday, March 24, 2022 - 8:45am
Contact: 
Wendy Ford

The City of Iowa City’s Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) has expanded the Iowa City Sculpture Showcase, meaning more opportunities for local Iowa sculptors to showcase their work for one year throughout the City!

The Sculpture Showcase was started in 2021 with five locations created throughout town to display the work of local sculptors. This year, there will be eight locations scattered throughout the community at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, along the Iowa River Trail, in Riverfront Crossings Park, and at Mercer and Scott parks....

A series of City-themed quilts is shown alongside a City snowplow.

Upcoming Public Works Open House features a day of family fun ─ roller skating, quilts, & more!

Wednesday, March 23, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Ron Knoche
Public Works

The City's Public Works Open House on Saturday, May 21, 2022, will be a one-of-a-kind event featuring indoor roller skating, a quilt show, an outdoor movie screening, live music, food vendors, and an open house exploring the new, award-winning Public Works facility!

Running from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3810 Napoleon Lane, the event is a collaboration with the Old Capitol Quilters Guild . The entire Public Works facility will be draped in beautiful, handmade quilts from local quilters. Even the City's massive...

Cartoon children are shown playing outside.

Iowa City Youth Summer Camp registration opens March 29

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 - 12:45pm
Contact: 
Joyce Carroll
Parks and Recreation

Iowa City Parks and Recreation Summer Camp registration opens Tuesday, March 29 for Iowa City residents and Wednesday, March 30, 2022, for nonresidents.

Children who were at least five years old on September 15, 2021, and have completed any grade, K-6, can register.

The Summer Camp is rooted in Environmental Education and Nature. Located at the Ned Ashton House, campers will be engaging in Earth Science, campfire cooking, fishing, nature-based STEAM activities, creating unique art, swimming, and more! The Ned Ashton house is located at 820 Park Road.

The cost is $...

Office of Equity and Human Rights to host screening of documentary, "Owned: A Tale of Two Americas"

Tuesday, March 22, 2022 - 12:30pm
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Equity and Human Rights

The City of Iowa City's Office of Equity and Human Rights will host a free screening of the documentary, "Owned: A Tale of Two Americas," on Thursday, April 14, 2022. Watch the trailer here .

The screening will begin at 6 p.m. and be followed at 7:30 p.m. by a Q&A with the film's director, Giorgio Angelini.

About the film

"Owned" is an incisive look into the dark history behind the...

March 21-25 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa

Monday, March 21, 2022 - 12:00pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston

DES MOINES – The Iowa City Police Department, Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEMD), National Weather Service (NWS), and Iowa Emergency Management Association (IEMA) have joined together to promote Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa.

Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 21-25, is an opportunity to highlight the importance of being aware of - and prepared for - severe weather. It is also an ideal time to review your family’s emergency plan, check the contents of your emergency kit, and sign up to receive alerts to stay weather aware.

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Video Update: Diversity Market, Human Rights Youth Awards, and Judy Heumann Events

Monday, March 21, 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 vendor sign-up for the Diversity Market, how to nominate someone for the Human Rights Youth Awards, and two chances to meet disability rights advocate Judy Heumann. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Diversity Market Vendors...
A map of the Second Avenue Bridge Reconstruction Project is shown.

Traffic Alert – Second Avenue and Court Hill Trail

Friday, March 18, 2022 - 4:00pm
Contact: 
Melissa Clow
Part of 2nd Avenue Bridge Reconstruction Project by Engineering

Weather permitting, travel on the following street will be impacted beginning on Monday, March 21, 2022. It is anticipated that normal traffic will resume August, 31st.

Second Avenue, between D Street and F Street Closed to through traffic. A detour route will be posted Access to residences will be maintained at all times Court Hill Trail will be closed. A signed detour will be provided.

This traffic pattern change and trail impact will accommodate the Second Avenue Bridge Replacement Project.

For information on road construction in Iowa City, visit...

City of Iowa City receives collaborative grant to explore ways to advance equity in affordable housing policy

Friday, March 18, 2022 - 12:30pm
Contact: 
Tracy Hightshoe

The City of Iowa City will collaborate with the cities of Henderson, Nev.; and Eau Claire, Wis. on a shared research project to learn about effective housing policy thanks to a collaborative grant from the Reinvestment Fund.

Reinvestment Fund announced $173,000 in grant awards to the collaboration teams of Invest Heath cities earlier this month. The grant provides up to $33,000 to six different collaborations representing 16 cities.

Invest Health is an initiative of the Reinvestment Fund and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The goal is to support cross-sector...

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