Crews begin fire hydrant flushing in Iowa City

Monday, March 2, 2020 - 11:15am
Communications

The City of Iowa City Water Division began the annual fire hydrant flushing and maintenance program on Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, which will continue throughout the summer.

Fire hydrants are a crucial public safety component, providing water for fire protection, as well as to flush the municipal water system after a water main break or service work. Hydrants will be inspected and repaired to ensure reliability during emergencies.

As part of this process, rust from iron pipes may be released and can cause temporary tap water discoloration. If this happens, let the water run...

Video Update: Project Blue Able, Youth Job Fair, and more

Monday, March 2, 2020 - 7:30am
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 new police department program called Project Blue Able, a job fair designed for people ages 16 to 21, and more. Click the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Project Blue Able Project Blue Able

The Iowa City Police Department is partnering with Access 2...

Celebrate Black History Month

The Lens newsletter - February edition

Tuesday, February 25, 2020 - 4:00pm
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Communications

The February edition of The Lens is available now and highlights programs and projects being undertaken in Iowa City.

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For detailed information on current trainings, initiatives, or programs, visit icgov.org/humanrights , and scroll to Social Justice and Racial Equity Quarterly Updates.

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City Announces Social Justice and Racial Equity Grant Awards for Fiscal Year 2020

Monday, February 24, 2020 - 4:30pm
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Equity and Human Rights

In 2017, the City Council created the Social Justice and Racial Equity (SJRE) Grant to assist community-based organizations in building capacity to address social justice and racial equity needs. Seventy-five thousand dollars has been allocated yearly for the SJRE Grant since Fiscal Year 2019.

The grant is available to for-profit and non-profit Iowa City-based organizations to fund programs, activities, or services that help eliminate inequities in the community. The grant lists six priority service areas: education, building community, housing, criminal justice, health, and...

Video Update: Police Chief Search, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, and more

Monday, February 24, 2020 - 4:00pm
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs and events. Topics this week include the search for a new police chief, electric vehicle charging stations added at a downtown ramp, and more. Click the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Police Chief Search Search Begins for New Police Chief

Following the announcement that Police...

Captain Bill Campbell.

Iowa City Police Captain Bill Campbell named Interim Chief

Monday, February 24, 2020 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Geoff Fruin
City Manager's Office

On Monday, Feb. 24, 2020, City Manager Geoff Fruin appointed Captain Bill Campbell to serve as Interim Police Chief, effective immediately.

The appointment follows the departure of current Police Chief Jody Matherly, who previously announced his retirement from the Iowa City Police Department earlier this month.

Captain Campbell was hired by the Iowa City Police Department on April 27, 1990, and served as a patrol officer and field training officer before being promoted to the rank of sergeant on December 22, 1996.

As a sergeant, he served as a supervisor on all...

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ICPD seeks input on new pilot program: Project Blue Able

Friday, February 21, 2020 - 11:30am
Police

The Iowa City Police Department (ICPD) is working towards the launch Project Blue Able, a program aimed at improving interactions with residents with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or those with speech and language impairments.

The ICPD has partnered with Access 2 Independence of the Eastern Iowa Corridor, and will host public forums from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, at Mercer Aquatic Center’s Proctor and Gamble Room, and from noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2020, at the Iowa City Public Library’s Meeting Room A.

The two forums are being...

A poster for the Youth Job Fair.

City hosts Youth Job Fair on March 5

Friday, February 21, 2020 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Equity and Human Rights

The City of Iowa City, Iowa Works, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and employers are teaming up to provide a one stop opportunity for youth, 16 to 21 years of age, to apply for jobs.

The Youth Job Fair is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2020, in the gymnasium of the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center, 220 S. Gilbert St. While this event focused on youth between the ages of 16 to 21, it is open to all job seekers at no cost.

At the Youth Job Fair, attendees will have the opportunity to receive a free headshot with a professional photographer, with...

A poster promoting PrideCon.

PrideCon 2020, LGBTQ+ youth summit, set for Feb. 29

Thursday, February 20, 2020 - 3:45pm
Equity and Human Rights

For the sixth year in a row, United Action for Youth (UAY) is hosting PrideCon, a youth summit for LGTBTQ+ youth and their parents/caregivers. This summit provides a space where young people can connect with peers, learn about new topics, and receive support.

This year’s PrideCon takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, at Elizabeth Tate High School,1528 Mall Drive. This day-long event will be free and open to all LGBTQ+ junior high and high school students in the area. Youth are asked to...

Come to the next City Council Listening Post

Thursday, February 20, 2020 - 1:45pm
Contact: 
Kellie Fruehling
Communications

Join Iowa City Council members at their next community listening post from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, at the Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center, in the Assembly Room, which is located on the main level at 28 S. Linn Street.

Council listening posts provide opportunities for the community to engage with City leaders on topics that are important to them in an informal setting. Two members attend each event and report back to the entire Council on what they have heard from the community during their discussion. All residents are encouraged to stop by to discuss any...

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