Winter Storm Elliott brings snow and ice to the area; what to know about sidewalk regulations in Iowa City

Saturday, December 24, 2022 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Stan Laverman
Housing Inspection Services

With the first major snowfall of winter ending at about noon Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, residents should be prepared to clear sidewalks of snow and ice.

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. Due to the holiday schedule, enforcement is expected to begin Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022.

Property owners who do not remove snow and ice in this timeframe may be subject to fines.

Snow and ice removal

To ensure the well-being of neighbors and...

Compost your natural holiday trees!

Thursday, December 22, 2022 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Communications

Iowa City curbside customers can bring natural, unflocked holiday trees to the curb for collection at 7 a.m. on your normal pickup day. Remove all decorations first and do not place your tree in a plastic bag. For more information, visit www.icgov.org/compost .

Johnson County residents that do not have curbside composting can bring trees to the Iowa City Landfill ’s Compost Facility to be composted at no cost. The landfill is open...

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Curbside compost pickup suspended Thursday and Friday due to snowstorm

Wednesday, December 21, 2022 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Jennifer Jordan
Resource Management

The curbside collection of compost has been suspended Thursday, Dec. 22, and Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, due to the forecasted winter storm slated to hit the area.

Trash and Recycling collection to continue as scheduled

The cancellation of compost collection means crews will be able to collect higher volume curbside items like garbage and recycling quicker.

Normal curbside operations will resume Monday, Dec 26, 2022. Please have carts to the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day.

Avoid frozen pipes and water meters before leaving town

Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - 12:30pm
Contact: 
Jonathan Durst
Water

The first major winter storm of the season is currently predicted to bring wind chills between minus 20 to minus 40 degrees in the coming days. This storm also coincides with holiday travel and many community members traveling to be with family and friends.

The City of Iowa City recommends taking these steps to prevent your water pipes and water meter from freezing:

Keep your heat set to at least 55 degrees at all times, including while you are away. Ensure windows and outside doors are closed. Keep interior doors and cabinets open, especially those containing plumbing such as...

City to test water supply following Marengo explosion; contaminants unlikely to be found

Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Jonathan Durst
Water

In response to last week's C6-Zero facility explosion in Marengo, the City of Iowa City wishes to assure the public there is no anticipated impact to the City's water supply.

The Water Division has been in contact with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources since Friday, Dec. 16. IDNR staff provided information to the City indicating that waters contaminated due to the explosion had been contained to a stormwater basin near the C6-Zero facility in Marengo.

The Water Division will conduct a sampling of the Iowa River using the same analyses the IDNR is using at the Marengo...

Year-end ACFR financial report now available

Tuesday, December 20, 2022 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Jacklyn Fleagle
Finance

Iowa City's annual year-end financial report, which provides information on actual income, incurred expenses, and financial position through the end of fiscal year 2022, is now available at icgov.org/budget . Compilation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) is required by the Iowa Code.

The 150-page report will be reviewed by the City Council and submitted to the City's bondholders.

It will also be forwarded to the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for consideration for an award in government financial...

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City urges residents to move cars off-street before snowstorm

Monday, December 19, 2022 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Brock Holub

A snowstorm is slated to hit Iowa City this week, with the potential to bring large amounts of snowfall to the area.

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, ask a friend, neighbor, or family member who has off-street parking if you could park your vehicle there.

Vehicles can also be moved to a Downtown Parking ramp for...

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Armed robbery suspect in custody

Monday, December 19, 2022 - 12:15pm
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston
Police

Following the investigation into the Dec. 12, 2022, armed robbery near West Benton Street and Oaknoll Court, Iowa City Police have identified Dewayne K. Corely-Jones, 30, as a suspect in the case. Corely-Jones was captured in Illinois last week and upon his return to Iowa will face the following charges:

First-degree robbery First-degree theft Going armed with intent

Investigation into the Coralville incident is ongoing by the Coralville Police Department. Corely-Jones is currently in the custody of the Peoria County, Ill. Sheriff's Office. No other information is available at this...

Video Update: Insulation Grants, Winter Curbside Collection, and Holiday Schedule

Monday, December 19, 2022 - 7:00am
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 grant program to provide proper insulation for qualified homeowners, some tips for curbside collection during winter months, and where to find the City’s schedule for the upcoming holidays. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Insulation Grant...
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Help pick a new location for public art in Iowa City!

Friday, December 16, 2022 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Wendy Ford
Note: the survey is now closed. Thank you for participating!

The Public Art Advisory Committee is seeking feedback on eight potential locations for a future public art project.

Residents are asked to take an online survey and rank eight possible locations for a new public art project in Iowa City. The location with the highest score will be selected. A request for qualifications from artists who wish to be considered for creating the new piece will follow.

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