Graphic advising people to stay at least six-feet away from people while in public during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Explore less used City parks to ensure social distancing

Thursday, April 16, 2020 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Parks and Recreation

With nice weather in the forecast this weekend, the City would like to remind residents that social distancing is required to help slow the spread of COVID-19, even when outside at parks and dog parks.

Past weekends have seen large numbers of residents gathering at City parks. While getting outdoors is important during the pandemic, such gatherings could lead to more spread of COVID-19 since carriers of the disease often show no symptoms.

So instead of going to the most popular parks, the City urges residents to explore different parks. The City has 42 parks, so why not...

Community Connection: Shelter House adapts during coronavirus crisis

Wednesday, April 15, 2020 - 4:30pm
Contact: 
Bruce Teague
Communications
Community Connection: Shelter House

Community Connection is a video series that highlights community response efforts to the COVID-19 outbreak. In this episode, Mayor Bruce Teague speaks with Crissy Canganelli, Executive Director of Shelter House, about how the organization is adapting to continue serving those experiencing homelessness during the coronavirus pandemic.

Community Connection will be...

Sidewalk Closure at Prentiss Street and Linn Street

Friday, April 10, 2020 - 2:30pm
Engineering

On Monday, April 13, 2020, MidAmerican Energy will be conducting gas main relocation work that will require the closure of sidewalk and curb ramp in the northwest corner of the intersection of East Prentiss Street and South Linn Street.

The work is expected to begin at 7 a.m. and should be completed that evening. Due to the limited availability of existing sidewalks in the area, pedestrians are asked to use caution when walking in the area.

A bus.

City asks transit users to wear cloth masks while on buses

Friday, April 10, 2020 - 10:45am
Contact: 
Darian Nagle-Gamm
Transportation

Due to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention's recent recommendation that people should wear cloth masks while in public spaces where social distancing may not be possible, the City is asking transit riders to please wear a cloth mask when riding a bus.

Wearing a cloth mask while riding transit will help keep both the drivers and riders safe, and limit the spread of COVID-19. City bus drivers also have access to, and and wear, masks.

The City also reminds residents that travel on public transit should be used for only absolutely essential trips: to work, for grocery...

Community Connection: United Way JWC works to provide disaster relief to COVID-19

Thursday, April 9, 2020 - 7:00pm
Contact: 
Bruce Teague
Communications
Community Connection: United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties

Community Connection is a video series that highlights community response efforts to the COVID-19 outbreak. In this episode, Mayor Bruce Teague speaks with Katie Knight, President and CEO of United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties, about how the organization is working to protect our most vulnerable...

Graphic advising people to stay at least six-feet away from people while in public during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CDC releases tips on grocery shopping during COVID-19 pandemic

Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 1:45pm

With grocery stores still open and serving residents as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a guide on how to safely grocery shop.

Some local grocery stores have implemented their own additional guidelines to help keep shoppers safe. Please contact your favorite stores directly for more information or concerns, and follow their guidance to the best of your ability.

CDC recommendations Avoid shopping if you have a fever, cough, or shortness of breath. Have someone shop for you, or have groceries ordered online to be...
New artwork celebrating the Farmers Market at the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp is shown.

Iowa City Farmers Market pushes opening day to Saturday, June 6, 2020

Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Tammy Neumann
Parks and Recreation

The Iowa City Farmers Market is postponing its opening until Saturday, June 6, 2020. The decision is based on information provided by the CDC regarding limiting social gatherings to no more than 10 people.

The Iowa City Farmers Market will practice the recommended procedures for safety in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. The date and format could change depending on the developments of the COVID-19 pandemic. The market is usually held Wednesdays and Saturdays at Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp the first week in May through the last week in October.

To help...

Coronavirus information.

Governor orders malls, more stores closed due to COVID-19 pandemic

Monday, April 6, 2020 - 2:15pm
Contact: 
Geoff Fruin
City Manager's Office

The Governor announced that the State will close malls, campgrounds, and more stores due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

During the Monday news conference, the Governor also stressed that all Iowans need to stay home, and to only leave their homes for essential reasons: to get food, medical care, or if they are an essential worker required to leave for work.

The list of businesses and facilities closed by the Governor include:

Shopping malls Museums and libraries Toy, music, gaming, instrument & movie stores Roller or ice skating rinks and skate parks Campgrounds Social...

Closures for City Hall, recreation centers extended, along with other City facilities

Friday, April 3, 2020 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Geoff Fruin
City Manager's Office

The closure of City facilities to the public, including City Hall and recreation centers, has been extended through Thursday, April 30, 2020, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

On Thursday, April 2, 2020, the Governor extended the closures of schools, businesses, venues such as movie theaters and concert venues, dine-in restaurants, and extended the ban on gatherings of 10 or more people, through April 30.

In accordance with the Governor's extension, and following Iowa Department of Public Health mitigation guidelines, the City has extended the following facilities...

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