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Downtown Shuttle service changes for Thanksgiving week

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 1:15pm
Contact: 
Darian Nagle-Gamm
Transportation

There will be no Downtown Free Shuttle transit service during Thanksgiving week, beginning Monday, Nov. 22, 2021.

Due to the University of Iowa Thanksgiving break, the Downtown Free Shuttle will not operate until Monday, Nov. 29, 2021.

All other services will be provided per normal schedules and times, though there will be no transit service on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. Saturday schedules are in place Friday, Nov. 26, and Saturday, Nov. 27, at no cost to riders.

As a reminder, face coverings are required and must be properly worn (covering nose and...

Transgender Day of Remembrance is November 20

Mayor Pro Tem proclaims Nov. 20 Transgender Day of Remembrance

Friday, November 19, 2021 - 12:45pm
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers

November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR). The annual remembrance grew from a vigil held by Gwendolyn Smith in memory of her friend, Rita Hester. In November 1998, Rita Hester was murdered in her apartment in Boston. Her murder has never been solved.

As a Black transgender woman, Rita was statistically more likely to be a victim of violence. The United States Human Rights Campaign has gathered statistics regarding murders of transgender people, showing that Black transgender women are disproportionately more likely to be victims of homicide. NBC News...

Native American Heritage Month

Mayor Pro Tem proclaims November as National Native American Heritage Month

Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 9:45am
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers

Iowa City Mayor Pro Tem Mazahir Salih has proclaimed the month of November as National Native American Heritage Month in Iowa City. Iowa City now occupies the homelands of Native American Nations including the Iowa, Meskwaki, and Sauk.

The foundations of this country are built upon contributions from Native American Nations. Early Americans modeled U.S. democracy after the Iroquois Confederacy, which also influenced the writing of the United States Constitution. Countless Native Nations helped desperate early settlers learn to survive on this land whose geography and agriculture...

Chauncey Parking Ramp

Support local businesses; free parking in Downtown ramps on Small Business Saturday

Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Darian Nagle-Gamm
Transportation

Just in time for your holiday shopping needs, parking ramps throughout Downtown Iowa City will be free on Small Business, Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021. Or enjoy free service on Iowa City Transit Nov. 26 and 27!

Though holiday shopping will look different due to COVID-19, Iowa City residents should take the time to support the small, locally-owned businesses that help keep our economy running and our City vibrant.

By order of the Mayor, masks are required in all businesses within Iowa City. Social distancing is also encouraged to help keep your family and our community safe while...

Iowa City receives perfect score in Municipal Equality Index

City receives perfect score for LGBTQ inclusion from Human Rights Campaign

Thursday, November 18, 2021 - 8:15am

The City of Iowa City has earned a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign's 10th annual Municipal Equality Index (MEI), the only nationwide rating system of LGBTQ inclusion in municipal law, policy, and services. The City received 12 flex points for additional efforts for a total raw score of 112. This is the eighth consecutive year the City has earned a score of 100 or more.

The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) is the nation's largest LGBTQ civil rights organization. Their MEI examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are of LGBTQ people who live and work there....

A graphic promoting holiday light recycling in Iowa City and Coralville from Nov. 22, 2021, until Jan. 9, 2022.

Don't throw away holiday lights, recycle them!

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - 4:00pm
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

As we begin our holiday decorating for the season, remember you can recycle holiday lights in the Iowa City and Coralville area.

Recycle your burnt out holiday lights at the following locations from Monday, November 22, 2021, to January 9, 2022:

Iowa City locations: East Side Recycling Center via Oil Recycling Shed or ReStore Donations (2401 Scott Boulevard SE) Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center (3900 Hebl Ave. SW) South Riverside Recycling Center (1200 South Riverside Drive) Coralville Locations Hy-Vee #1 (1914 8th St.) Hy-Vee (3285 Crosspark Road) Stuff, Etc. (2818...
Mercer Park Aquatic Center closed during construction

Mercer Park Aquatic Center pool closure extended

Monday, November 15, 2021 - 11:45am
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Parks and Recreation

The Mercer Park Aquatic Center pool closure previously scheduled from Friday, Oct. 1, 2021 through Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2021 has been extended.

Mercer Park Aquatic Center pool, located at 2701 Bradford Drive, will remain closed through Jan. 17, 2022. Delays are due to supply chain issues with the dehumidification unit and labor shortages in the local construction market.

The Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center pool, located at 220 S. Gilbert Street, will remain open for lap and open swim. View the pool schedule online at icgov.org/...

Iowa City and University of Iowa police departments host winter clothing drive

Monday, November 15, 2021 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Daisy Torres

Beginning Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, the Iowa City and University of Iowa police departments are teaming up to host a winter clothing drive. The departments are collecting the following items in sizes ranging from newborn to adult:

Coats Gloves Hats Scarves Socks Snow pants Snow boots

All items should be new or gently used. Donations will be accepted daily until Friday, Dec. 10, 2021 at the following locations:

Iowa City Police Department, 410 East Washington St. University of Iowa Police Department, 200 South Capitol St., Suite 808 (Lower level of Old Capitol Town Center) DEFY...

Video Update: Shop JoCo, Dog Park Tags, and Parks Donation

Monday, November 15, 2021 - 7:45am
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 digital gift card that emphasizes shopping local, how to purchase dog park tags for 2022, and a generous donation made to the Parks and Recreation Department. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Shop JoCo Digital Gift Card Shop JoCo Digital Gift Card

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Eastbrook St. to Buckingham Lane reopens; Arlington Dr. to Barrington Road remains closed

Friday, November 12, 2021 - 3:15pm
Contact: 
Scott Sovers
Part of American Legion Road Improvements Project by Engineering

Weather permitting, starting on Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, American Legion Road from Eastbrook Street to Buckingham Lane will be open to normal traffic.

Also on Monday, American Legion Road will be closed to through traffic between Arlington Drive and Barrington Road. This closure will facilitate utility reconstruction associated with the American Legion Road Improvements Project. A detour route will be posted utilizing Scott Boulevard, Court Street, and Taft Avenue. It is anticipated that this phase of the project will be completed by August 2022.

Motorists are to take note of...

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