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Iowa City Police Department to recognize National Police Week and Peace Officer Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The Iowa City Police Department will recognize both National Police Week and Peace Officer Memorial Day with a ceremony on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at City Hall, 410 E. Washington St.

According to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund , in 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day. The calendar week in which May 15 falls is designated as National Police Week.

A ceremony hosted by Iowa City Police Department chaplains will...

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Iowa City Police investigate unattended death

Monday, May 16, 2022 - 3:45pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

On Sunday, May 15, 2022, the Iowa City Police Department received information about a possible deceased individual. Based on the information received, officers were able to locate the body of a deceased man inside a building in the 300 Block of S. Dubuque Street. Because no one witnessed the death, an investigation began immediately.

The deceased man has been identified as Brandon D. Patterson, 27. Based on the preliminary investigation and assistance from the Johnson County Medical Examiner, Patterson's death is not believed to be suspicious.

The investigation is ongoing...

City Park Pool and Iowa City splash pads to open on Memorial Day Weekend

Monday, May 16, 2022 - 7:15am
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Communications

City Park Pool and the City's three splash pads will open to the public beginning Memorial Day weekend!

City Park Pool

City Park Pool is located outdoors on Park Road in Upper City Park on the northwest side of Iowa City. The pool is expected to open on Memorial Day weekend with three days of fun in the sun. On May 28 - 30, 2022, open swim will run from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Regular pool schedules and pricing rates are available by visiting icgov.org/Pools .

City Park Pool can be rented out for birthday parties, reunions...

A variety of public works vehicles parked in the 99,000 square foot facility.

Video Update: Public Works Open House, Opening Weekend at City Park Pool, and Transit Summer Schedule

Monday, May 16, 2022 - 7:15am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs, and events. Topics this week include an open house and quilt show at the new Public Works Facility, details on the opening of City Park Pool and splash pads, and a seasonal change in schedule for Iowa City Transit. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Public Works Open House...

Iowa City Fire Department responds to Thursday morning fire

Thursday, May 12, 2022 - 1:15pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Fire Department

The Iowa City Fire Department responded to a residential fire at 1227 Burns Ave. at 12:58 a.m., Thursday, May 12, 2022.

Firefighters arrived on scene at 1:02 a.m. and discovered fire coming from a second floor window. The fire was brought under control by 1:13 a.m. The fire was confined to the kitchen area of the residence, but the home sustained smoke damage throughout.

Two occupants of the home were taken to an area hospital for evaluation. One pet died due to smoke inhalation and another survived.

The American Red Cross is assisting the displaced residents....

Iowa City Fire Department to celebrate 150th anniversary

Thursday, May 12, 2022 - 10:00am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Fire Department

The Iowa City Fire Department - one of the oldest fire services in the state of Iowa - is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.

On May 20, 1872, following a large fire in the Downtown business area, the Iowa City City Council agreed to purchase $500 worth of fire fighting equipment, including buckets and hook and ladder equipment. This equipment was used by a new volunteer company Rescue Hook and Ladder Company #1 and was the genesis of the Iowa City Fire Department.

The origins of the Iowa City Fire Department actually date back to before Iowa achieved statehood. In...

An electric bus from Iowa City Transit parked at the downtown interchange.

Iowa City Transit summer schedule will begin Monday, May 16, 2022

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Curtis Brenton
Communications

Starting Monday, May 16, 2022, Iowa City Transit will begin operating a summer schedule due to the end of the school year for the University of Iowa and the Iowa City Community School District. Schedule changes are listed below:

The Downtown Free Shuttle route will cease operating effective Friday, May 13, 2022. The last departure will be at 6:15 p.m. The AM & PM Eastside Loop routes will cease operating effective Wednesday, June 1, 2022. The last departure will be at 3:05 p.m.

Regular service on the Downtown Free Shuttle service will resume...

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Update on Monday evening shots fired

Tuesday, May 10, 2022 - 12:45pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The Iowa City Police Department continues to investigate the shots fired incident at Mercer Park that occurred in the evening of Monday, May 9, 2022.

As of Tuesday afternoon, there are no known threats to the area. As a precautionary measure, police presence will increase in the and around the park while the active investigation continues.

The City and ICPD take all such acts of violence in the Iowa City community with the utmost seriousness. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Police at 319-356-5275.

Anyone who may have experienced trauma...

Iowa City Police Department welcomes Immigrant and Refugee Community Outreach Assistant

Monday, May 9, 2022 - 12:15pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

The Iowa City Police Department is pleased to welcome Joshua Dabusu as the department's first Immigrant and Refugee Community Outreach Assistant.

As Immigrant and Refugee Community Outreach Assistant, Dabusu will work with immigrant and refugee populations in Iowa City to establish and maintain relationships between these groups and the police department, as well as foster positive communication and interactions between the police department and the community. The part-time civilian position was created as part of the...

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Video Update: Tall Grass Ordinance, Water Quality Report, and Friday Night Concert Series

Monday, May 9, 2022 - 7:15am
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 City’s tall grass and weeds ordinance, the annual water quality report, and a free live music series. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Tall Grass Ordinance Tall Grass and Weeds Ordinance

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