Road Closure on Melrose Ave/IWV Road begins Aug. 16; will detour Iowa City Landfill traffic

Thursday, August 12, 2021 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Melissa Clow
Part of Melrose Avenue/IWV Road Improvement Plan by Communications

Beginning on Monday, Aug. 16, 2021, Melrose Avenue/IWV Road will be closed to thru traffic from Highway 218 to Hebl Avenue. A detour route will be posted utilizing Camp Cardinal Boulevard, U.S. Highway 6, Ireland Avenue, 340th Street and Ivy Avenue.

Those traveling to the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center will be able to access the facilities from Melrose Avenue/IWV Road West of Hebl Avenue.

This closure will facilitate utility improvements associated with the Melrose Avenue/IWV Improvements Project. It is anticipated that normal traffic will resume by Friday, Sept. 3...

A map of the Scott/Muscatine road closure.

Intersection of Scott Blvd & Muscatine closed beginning July 27

Friday, July 23, 2021 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Scott Sovers
Engineering

Weather permitting, beginning on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, the intersection of Scott Boulevard and Muscatine Avenue/American Legion Road will be closed to through traffic.

A detour route will be posted utilizing US Highway 6, First Avenue, and Court Street. This closure will facilitate utility and pavement reconstruction associated with the American Legion Road Improvements Project . It is anticipated that normal traffic will resume by mid-October.

Motorists are to take note of this...

A map of where sidewalk work will take place in front of Senior Center and Ecumenical Towers July 19, 2021.

Sidewalk work in front of Senior Center, Ecumenical Towers scheduled for July 19

Friday, July 16, 2021 - 2:00pm
Engineering

On Monday, July 19, 2021, MidAmerican Energy will be conducting gas line work that will require the closure of a mid-block curb ramp in front of the Washington Street entrance of the Iowa City Senior Center and Ecumenical Towers.

As part of the work, the existing curb ramp will be removed, then replaced later that day. Curb access will remain unaltered at both the Gilbert and Linn Street intersections

Access to the Senior Center and Ecumenical Towers will remain open throughout the work. The sidewalk will remain partially open and accessible to pedestrians while the work is...

A map of a construction project off of Market Street from July 8-July 23, 2021.

Traffic Alert – East Market Street Parking Lot and Alleyway

Friday, July 2, 2021 - 2:30pm
Contact: 
Ben Clark
Engineering

Beginning Thursday, July 8, 2021, portions of the East Market Street Parking Lot and the alleyway to the north will be closed. This closure is expected to last through Friday, July 23, 2021.

Motorists are to take note of this work and consider alternative parking arrangements. As always, caution should be exercised when driving near or through all construction areas.
Graphic for Independence Day closures.

Independence Day schedule of services for Iowa City

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 3:30pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City of Iowa City administrative offices and other facilities will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

The City's annual fireworks display will take place at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum to close out the last day of the Iowa City Jazz Festival, presented by the Summer of the Arts.

Independence Day closures and schedule adjustments:

Airport: The office will be closed, but Jet Air will be open from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and 24-hour self-...

Park Road Bridge is shown.

Sidewalks along Park Road Bridge intermittently closed for construction

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 - 11:00am
Contact: 
Melissa Clow
Engineering

Sidewalks on Park Road Bridge will closed as safety improvement are made during the week of June 1, 2021. One side of the bridge will remain open throughout the construction for pedestrian access.

The closures started on the north side of the bridge on Tuesday, and work will shift to the south side later in the week. Intermittent partial closures will occur throughout the week

For more information, contact Melissa Clow, Special Project Administrator, at 319-356-5413, or at melissa-clow@iowa-city.org .

A street sign that reads American Legion Road is shown.

American Legion Road Improvements Project update

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Scott Sovers
Part of American Legion Road Improvements Project by Engineering

Construction on the American Legion Road Improvements Project started on April 26, 2021.

The first stage of the project generally includes reconstruction of the eastern portion of the Scott Boulevard and American Legion Road Intersection, as well as American Legion Road from Scott Boulevard to Eastbrook Street. The estimated completion date for Stage 1 is late July 2021.

Scott Boulevard traffic was shifted west onto the new detour pavement and American Legion Road was closed to through...

Mayor proclaims National Public Works Week from May 16 to May 22, 2021

Sunday, May 16, 2021 - 9:15am
Contact: 
Ron Knoche
Communications

During its May 4 City Council meeting, Mayor Bruce Teague signed a proclamation announcing that National Public Works Week will be recognized in Iowa City from May 16 to May 22 this year.

The professional staff of the Iowa City Public Works Department focus on infrastructure, facilities, and services that are vital to public health, quality of life, and the well-being of our City's residents. Public Works staff are essential workers who have...

Downtown hydrant flushing begins May 6

Tuesday, May 4, 2021 - 9:30am
Water

Fire hydrants in the Downtown Iowa City area will undergo flushing and maintenance beginning at 11 p.m. on Thursday, May 6 through 7 a.m. on Friday, May 7, 2021. This work is done as part of the Water Division's annual maintenance program.

The flushing activities will occur in various locations and will have a minimum impact on the normal flow of traffic for motorists and pedestrians.

Businesses, homeowners and tenants in the Downtown area are reminded that if rusty-colored water comes from their taps during this time, they should run their water until it clears. They may...

Petsel Place Neighborhood Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 18

Monday, May 3, 2021 - 1:30pm
Contact: 
Ben Clark
Engineering

The City’s Engineering Division invites residents to a neighborhood meeting to discuss an upcoming storm sewer improvement project.

The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 18, 2021.

The project involves replacing the storm sewer and cul-de-sac pavement at the end of Petsel Place. Presenters will share information about the project, its impacts and timeline, and staff will gather feedback from neighborhood residents.

How to participate

Those interested in participating, can connect to the meeting here:...

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