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:...

A graphic promoting the Iowa City Water Quality Report shows a woman sipping a glass of water.

Annual water quality report now available online

Thursday, April 29, 2021 - 10:00am
Water

The City of Iowa City has posted its latest water quality report, also known as the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to its website at www.icgov.org/ccreport. The 2020 report indicates that Iowa City drinking water far surpasses all federal and state drinking water quality standards.

Iowa City’s water supply is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). Since 1999, the EPA has required municipalities to report to its residents each year on the quality of its drinking water...

The project map for the Court Street Reconstruction project is shown.

City to host virtual open house for Court Street reconstruction

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Ethan Yoder
Part of Court Street Reconstruction Project by Engineering

Initial designs have begun on the Court Street Reconstruction Project, so make sure to attend a virtual open house to learn more about the planned improvements.

The City is hosting a virtual open house from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 29, 2021 , to present the upcoming Court Street Reconstruction Project. The meeting will take place via Zoom.

A formal presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. The design consultant and City staff will be available to answer questions following the presentation.

The project includes the reconstruction of Court...

A map of the North Westminster Storm Sewer Upgrades.

Virtual meeting to discuss North Westminster Storm Sewer Upgrades scheduled for May 13

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 - 12:00pm
Contact: 
Ben Clark
Engineering

The City’s Engineering Division invites residents to a public meeting to discuss upcoming storm sewer upgrades.

The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 13, 2021.

The project involves upsizing the storm sewer on North Westminster Street from Washington Street to Bowling Green Place. Plans are currently in the design phase, with construction anticipated to begin in 2022. Presenters will share information about the project, its impacts and timeline, and staff will gather feedback from neighborhood residents.

How to...
A graphic promoting the open house on American Legion Road Improvements at 6 p.m. April 19, 2021.

City to host virtual open house to present plans for American Legion Road improvements

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 - 11:15am
Contact: 
Scott Sovers
Part of American Legion Road Improvements Project by Engineering

A formal presentation will begin at 6 p.m. The contractor, design consultant, and City staff will be available to answer questions following the presentation.

The project includes the reconstruction of American Legion Road from Scott Boulevard to Taft Avenue. Presenters will discuss the planned improvements, construction phasing, traffic impacts, and the anticipated schedule.

How to participate

Residents interested can participate by joining the Zoom meeting:

https://zoom.us/j/92210436352 Meeting...

Outdoor seating space on North Linn Street is shown.

N. Linn Street closed from Market to Bloomington streets for Northside outdoor seating area

Monday, April 12, 2021 - 12:00pm
Streets and traffic engineering

North Linn Street, from East Market Street to East Bloomington Street, will be closed to traffic to allow for an outdoor, socially distanced seating area in Iowa City's Northside.

The closure will last from April until Oct. 31, 2021. The closure provides for multiple outdoor seating options to help customers safely enjoy and support nearby restaurants during the pandemic.

Due to the Mayor's mask order , visitors should wear a mask when in the area when they're not eating or drinking...

Crews begin fire hydrant flushing in Iowa City

Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - 10:00am
Water

The City of Iowa City Water Division began the annual fire hydrant flushing and maintenance program on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, which will continue throughout the summer.

Fire hydrants are a crucial public safety component, providing water for fire protection, as well as to flush the municipal water system after a water main break or service work. Hydrants will be inspected and repaired to ensure reliability during emergencies.

As part of this process, rust from iron pipes may be released and can cause temporary tap water discoloration. If this happens, let the water run...

An illustration of the Second Avenue Bridge Replacement project.

Public meeting set for Second Avenue bridge replacement, March 30, 2021

Thursday, March 25, 2021 - 12:00pm
Contact: 
Melissa Clow
Part of 2nd Avenue Bridge Reconstruction Project by Engineering

The City's Engineering division will host a public meeting to receive public comment on the reconstruction of the Second Avenue bridge over Ralston Creek.

The meeting will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2021, via Zoom. The meeting is open for the neighborhood and any other interested residents or users of Court Hill Trail.

The 2019 biannual bridge inspection rated the bridge as in need of replacement. The bridge deck has cracks, and current safety guidelines to separate pedestrians from vehicular traffic are not met.

The project, which runs from D...

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