Iowa City announces three Police Chief finalists, public meet and greet on November 10

Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 4:20pm
Contact: 
Geoff Fruin
Communications

On Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016, three Police Chief finalists will gather in Iowa City to complete the final phase of the selection process including a public meet and greet event. The meet and greet will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Senior Center, located at 28 S. Linn Street. Following brief introductions, members of the public will be able to interact with the candidates one-on-one in an informal setting and be given an opportunity to provide feedback to the City Manager.

Slavin Management Consultants was hired in July to conduct a national search. After...

Iowa City receives Healthy Hometown Founder award

Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 3:59pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City of Iowa City representatives traveled to Ankeny earlier this week to accept a “Healthy Hometown Founder Award” for its efforts to implement initiatives to improve the health and well-being of the Iowa City community. The award was presented at the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative “Bringing it Home” conference held at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny on Nov. 1, 2016.

City Council members Pauline Taylor and John Thomas, Assistant to the City Manager Simon Andrew, Parks and Recreation Director Juli Seydel Johnson, and Neighborhood Services Coordinator Tracy Hightshoe, attended...

Special Access Browsing Hour at ICPL

Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 2:40pm
Contact: 
Angela Pilkington
Iowa City Public Library

The Iowa City Public Library will open at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 12, so individuals with autism and their families can enjoy the Library in a calm and welcoming environment.

This special access browsing hour will include therapy dogs, sensory toys and activities, and a special sensory storytime in the Storytime Room at 9:30 a.m. The Library also will use natural lighting throughout the building to accommodate those with light sensitivity.

The Library will open to the general public at 10 a.m.

For more information, call the Library at 319-356-5200.

Iowa City Leaf Vacuum Schedule November 3 – November 8, 2016

Thursday, November 3, 2016 - 7:37am
Contact: 
Toni Davis
Streets and traffic engineering

Please be advised, the leaf schedule will be updated daily and subject to change at any time. If you would like to receive schedule updates via e-mail, visit www.icgov.org/e-subscriptions and subscribe under “Service Notices.”

With the additional leaves that have fallen & the opportunity to rake this past weekend with the nice weather, the Streets Division will see more leaf piles. More leaf piles will begin to slow progress through each route. We are doing our best to estimate progress. Please check back daily as schedule...

Veterans Day schedule announced for City of Iowa City

Wednesday, November 2, 2016 - 4:12pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

Administrative offices at City Hall will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016 for Veterans Day. Other office closures and schedule changes in effect that day include:

Animal Care and Adoption Center: Closed

Airport: Administration office closed, but Jet Air will be open.

Cemetery: The office at Oakland Cemetery will be closed. Grave decorations: Beginning Saturday, Nov. 5, artificial wreaths, artificial flowers, or other decorations may be placed on graves for Veterans Day or for the holidays. These materials may...

Veterans Day schedule for City of Iowa City

Tuesday, November 1, 2016 - 7:32pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City administrative offices at City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day. Other office closures and schedule changes that will be in effect that day include:

Animal Care and Adoption Center: Closed

Airport: Administration office will be closed, but Jet Air will be open.

Cemetery: The office at Oakland Cemetery will be closed. Beginning Saturday, Nov. 7, artificial wreaths, artificial flowers, or other decorations may be placed on graves for Veterans Day or for the holidays. These...

Iowa City Police need your help following a robbery at McDonalds on Mormon Trek Blvd

Tuesday, November 1, 2016 - 1:59pm
Contact: 
Scott Gaarde
Communications

UPDATE - The Iowa City Police Department has released a photograph of the vehicle the suspect was believed to have driven to and from the site of the robbery.

On November 1, 2016 at 10:17 a.m., the Johnson County Emergency Communications Center (JECC) received a 911 call reporting a robbery had just occurred at McDonalds restaurant located at 2440 Mormon Trek Blvd, Iowa City. Upon arrival by the Iowa City Police Department (ICPD), it was reported that a male subject entered the business, approached the cashier and made a demand for money. The suspect then fled...

Iowa City implements programs to advance social justice and racial equity

Tuesday, November 1, 2016 - 1:16pm
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Equity and Human Rights

The City of Iowa City is implementing several social justice and racial equity efforts as part of the Iowa City City Council's strategic plan to foster a more inclusive and sustainable community.

Iowa City is one of the first cities in Iowa to include the advancement of social justice and racial equity in the City’s overall strategic plan, and in doing so, makes it a part of the City’s mission, values, and policies, Iowa City Equity Director Stefanie Bowers said.

"The City is able to make changes where needed, and measure...

Iowa City In Focus: Expanding Recycling in Iowa City

Tuesday, November 1, 2016 - 9:29am
Contact: 
Ty Coleman
Communications

The City of Iowa City is taking significant steps to reduce the amount of recyclable materials that end up in our landfill. Learn how four changes to the city code are promising to make a big impact on our community. A final reading of the waste reduction proposals is set for the November 15th City Council meeting.

Meet a homeowner who is hoping to have his house added to the National Register of Historic Places. Donald Black explains the historical and architectural significance of his...

Iowa City Update: Early Voting

Monday, October 31, 2016 - 8:52am
Contact: 
Ty Coleman
Communications

Beat the election day crowds by voting early ! Learn the different ways you can cast your ballot before November 8th. Plus, Your Voice, Your Vote offers a fun opportunity to teach your kids about democracy. Finally, back for a second year is the Witching Hour Festival , an exploration of the creative process.

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