Mayor Bruce Teague is shown shaking hands with City Clerk Kellie Fruehling after he was sworn into his second term as a City Councilor on Dec. 15, 2021.

Bruce Teague again named Mayor; Megan Alter appointed Mayor Pro Tem

Tuesday, January 4, 2022 - 10:00am
Contact: 
Kellie Fruehling
City Clerk
Mayor Bruce Teague is shown shaking hands with City Clerk Kellie Fruehling after he was sworn into his second term as a City Councilor on Dec. 15, 2021.

At the first meeting of the new City Council, Bruce Teague was again voted Mayor by his fellow councilors, while newly elected councilor Megan Alter was chosen as Mayor Pro Tem.

The votes took place at a special formal meeting of City Council at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022. Both votes for Teague as Mayor and Alter for Mayor Pro Tem were unanimous.

Teague was first elected to Council during a special election in 2018 and...

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Arrests made in Dec. 21, 2021, armed robbery

Tuesday, January 4, 2022 - 7:45am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston

At 10:58 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2021, Iowa City Police responded to a report of an armed robbery at GreenState Credit Union, 825 Mormon Trek Blvd. The victim reported using a drive-through lane at the credit union when they were approached by a subject with a gun. The victim was able to put their vehicle into drive and safely escape.

On Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, as part of the investigation into the robbery, Iowa City Police served warrants at 1103 Prairie du Chien Road and 941 Dewey St. in Iowa City. A firearm similar to the one described by the robbery victim was recovered from...

A graphic shows how to place garbage carts on flat, snow-free surfaces during winter.

Winter curbside collection tips

Monday, January 3, 2022 - 12:15pm
Contact: 
Patricia Fossum
Zach Berg
Resource Management

To ensure your curbside materials are collected safely and successfully throughout the winter season, follow these tips:

Place carts or containers on a solid surface for pickup, such as the end of your driveway or the edge of the right-of-way. Do not place carts on a snowbank or in the street. Have carts at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day for pickup. Do not overfill carts. City ordinance states the lids must be closed. Keep at least a 3-feet clear zone around each cart. Keep recycling materials loose—no plastic bags! Also, no glass or Styrofoam.

The City reminds...

A sign showing tow-away zones in Downtown Iowa City.

Downtown towing begins at 2 a.m. on Tue., Jan. 4 for snow removal

Monday, January 3, 2022 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Brock Holub
Streets and traffic engineering

Crews will remove snow in Downtown Iowa City overnight Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, beginning at 2 a.m. Vehicles parked in tow-away zones will be removed.

Towing will impact Prentiss Street to Market Street, Madison Street to Gilbert Street, as well as N. Clinton Street from Market Street to Church Street. The parking in these areas are metered spots, which do not permit parking from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Follow all posted parking signs to prevent your vehicle from being towed.

Vehicles can be moved to a Downtown Parking ramp , or to...

Video Update: Proposed Budget, Energy Grants, and Wintertime Organics Tips

Monday, January 3, 2022 - 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 how to follow along with the City’s budget process, a new grant program aimed at reducing carbon emissions by commercial property owners, and helpful tips for using curbside organics collection during winter. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Budget Process Budget Materials and Work Sessions

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New Year snow – shovel sidewalks within 24 hours of snow

Sunday, January 2, 2022 - 11:30am
Contact: 
Stan Laverman
Housing Inspection Services

The new year certainly came in with a bang, snow-wise.

With the snowfall ending at 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 1, 2021, sidewalks in Iowa City must be cleared within 24-hours of a one-inch or greater snowfall, or after any accumulation of ice has ended, for sidewalks to be used safely by pedestrians. Those who do not remove snow and ice may be fined.

Snow and ice removal

To ensure the well-being of neighbors and those who require sidewalk access for their commutes to work, school, and other needs, snow should be cleared within 24-hours of a one-inch or greater snowfall, or after...

Map of downtown Iowa City tow-away zone

Downtown towing begins at 2 a.m. on Mon., Jan. 3 for snow removal

Sunday, January 2, 2022 - 10:45am
Contact: 
Brock Holub
Streets and traffic engineering

Crews will remove snow in Downtown Iowa City overnight Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, beginning at 2 a.m. Vehicles parked in tow-away zones will be removed.

Towing will impact Prentiss Street to Market Street, Madison Street to Gilbert Street, as well as N. Clinton Street from Market Street to Church Street. The parking in these areas are metered spots, which do not permit parking from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Follow all posted parking signs to prevent your vehicle from being towed.

Vehicles can be moved to a Downtown Parking ramp, or to on-street parking spaces outside of the area. Be sure...

Map of downtown Iowa City tow-away zone

Downtown towing begins at 2 a.m. on Sun., Jan. 2 for snow removal

Saturday, January 1, 2022 - 12:00pm

Crews will remove snow in Downtown Iowa City overnight Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, beginning at 2 a.m. Vehicles parked in tow-away zones will be removed.

Towing will impact Prentiss Street to Market Street, Madison Street to Gilbert Street, as well as N. Clinton Street from Market Street to Church Street. The parking in these areas are metered spots, which do not permit parking from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m. Follow all posted parking signs to prevent your vehicle from being towed.

Vehicles can be moved to a Downtown Parking ramp, or to on-street parking spaces outside of the area. Be sure...

A street with snowpack and numerous cars parked on it are shown.

City urges residents to move cars off-street before snowstorm

Friday, December 31, 2021 - 4:15pm
Contact: 
Brock Holub
Streets and traffic engineering

A snowstorm is slated to hit Iowa City this Saturday, bringing large amounts of snow. Forecasts predict anywhere between six to eight inches of total accumulation on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022.

The City is urging all residents to park their cars off-street so plows can efficiently clear roads of snow. If off-street parking is not available, residents should consider alternative parking arrangements. For example, vehicles can be moved to a Downtown Parking ramp. Vehicles can be parked at any of the ramps listed below for overnight storage.

Ramp parking will be free both...

A video thumbnail showing sidewalks being cleared in Iowa City.

Snowfall in Iowa City – shovel sidewalks within 24 hours of snow

Wednesday, December 29, 2021 - 3:45pm
Contact: 
Stan Laverman
Housing Inspection Services

Snow season is finally here.

With the snowfall ending at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, sidewalks in Iowa City must be cleared within 24-hours of a one-inch or greater snowfall, or after any accumulation of ice has ended, for sidewalks to be used safely by pedestrians. Those who do not remove snow and ice may be fined.

Snow and ice removal

To ensure the well-being of neighbors and those who require sidewalk access for their commutes to work, school, and other needs, snow should be cleared within 24-hours of a one-inch or greater snowfall, or after any accumulation of ice...

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