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Mayor declares March Women's History Month in Iowa City

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - 10:00am
Contact: 
Stefanie Bowers
Equity and Human Rights

Mayor Bruce Teague has declared March Women's History Month in Iowa City. The proclamation can be read online.

The National Women’s History Alliance designates a yearly theme for Women's History Month. The 2022 theme is "Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope." This theme is "both a tribute to the ceaseless work of caregivers and frontline workers during this...

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More drop-off options for glass recycling added

Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - 8:00am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Resource Management

Three additional glass drop-off locations have been established for our service area (residents of Johnson County, Kalona, Riverside) to recycle glass at no cost.

The new locations will be for glass only (except for Coralville Drop-off Recycling Center); there will not be recycling options for plastic, metal, paper, or cardboard. As a reminder, the glass drop-off bins have been recently painted purple.

New glass recycling locations

The Upper City Park and Robert A. Lee Recreation Center locations have glass recycling only; there are not recycling options for plastic, metal...

Mayor Bruce Teague lifts local mask order

Monday, February 28, 2022 - 11:00am
Contact: 
Geoff Fruin

In light of new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines concerning COVID-19 precautions, Iowa City Mayor Bruce Teague has lifted the local mask order and civil emergency declaration, effective immediately. However, those who have been exposed to COVID-19 or have tested positive are still asked to adhere to CDC isolation and quarantine guidelines.

As of Tuesday, March 1, masks will no longer be required inside City facilities; however, masks will still be available...

Glass recycling bins painted purple and black at the South Riverside Recycling Center

Video Update: Glass Recycling, Utility Discount Program, and Event Facility Rentals

Monday, February 28, 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 a new look for glass recycling drop-off bins, a discount on utility bills for qualifying customers, and how to reserve a Parks and Rec facility for your next gathering. Select the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Glass Recycling Glass Recycling: Look for...
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Thornberry Dog Sweater Pawty set for March 5

Friday, February 25, 2022 - 2:30pm
Contact: 
Brad Barker
Parks and Recreation

The Iowa City Parks & Recreation Department is hosting a Dog Sweater Pawty from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Thornberry Dog Park, 1867 Foster Road.

The dog sweater contest will begin at 2 p.m. and will include three judged categories:

Most (P)ugly Sweater Most Unique Sweater Best Friends Costume (Dog and Human Combo)

Sweaters and costumes may be homemade or store-bought; but as always, creativity will be key!

Each dog may be entered into one category and will be registered upon entrance. There is no registration fee. A prize will be awarded to the...

First big February snow – shovel sidewalks within 24 hours of snow

Friday, February 25, 2022 - 9:30am
Contact: 
Stan Laverman
Housing Inspection Services

Our first notable snowstorm in February just ended. Here's what Iowa City residents should know.

With the snowfall of about 2.5 inches ending around 6 a.m. Friday, Feb. 25, 2022, 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...

Map of Second Avenue Bridge Construction Project.

Public meeting set for Second Avenue bridge replacement, March 2, 2022

Friday, February 25, 2022 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Melissa Clow
Part of 2nd Avenue Bridge Reconstruction Project by Engineering

The City's Engineering division will host a public information meeting to discuss construction of the Second Avenue bridge over Ralston Creek.

The meeting will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2022, via Zoom . The meeting is open to neighbors, Court Hill Trail users, or other interested community members,

The 2019 biannual bridge inspection rated the bridge as in need of replacement. The bridge deck has cracks, is spalling and the surface is delaminating...

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Update: Iowa City Police respond to report of suspicious male near school

Wednesday, February 23, 2022 - 10:15am
Contact: 
Lee Hermiston

Update: Following an investigation, Iowa City police located the person who approached a group of children walking to school on Feb. 23, 2022. Police spoke with the man and believe his actions were not intended to cause alarm or be harmful.

Press release from Feb. 23, 2022:

At 9:31 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, Iowa City police responded to Lucas Elementary School, 830 Southlawn Dr., for a report of a suspicious male who approached a group of children as they walked to school.

The children reported they were walking in the area of Shamrock Drive and Arbor Drive...

Public information meeting for Court Street reconstruction held March 9, 2022

Tuesday, February 22, 2022 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Ethan Yoder
Court Street Reconstruction Project

Note: Since the meeting has already been held, a recording of the meeting is available to view via YouTube.

The City is hosting a virtual open house from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, 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...

Iowa City Fire Department announces new hires, promotion, and commendations

Monday, February 21, 2022 - 9:30am
Fire Department

The Iowa City Fire Department welcomed two new firefighters during a badge-pinning ceremony at Fire Station 4 on Friday, Feb. Feb. 18, 2022. The department also announced a promotion and two commendations.

Firefighter Sal Aleto is from Creston. Aleto was hired for the position of firefighter and has been assigned to Shift A at Station 1. Firefighter Chris Kenly is originally from Southern California and previously served as a volunteer firefighter in Fairfield. Kenly was hired for the position of firefighter and assigned to Shift C at Station 1.

Firefighters Aleto and Kenly...

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