Oakland Cemetery's main entrance closed June 5-7 for maintenance

IOWA CITY -- The main entrance of Oakland Cemetery, off of Brown Street, will be closed for maintenance beginning Monday, June 5, 2023. It is anticipated that the main entrance will reopen on June 8. Access to the cemetery will be available at the Reno Street entrance throughout the project.

Those who need to access the cemetery office during the project are asked to call staff in advance at 319-931-6560.

For all other inquiries, please contact Russell Buffington at 319-356-5105.


Iowa City Police Department seeks public feedback

As part of the Iowa City Police Department's ongoing efforts to maintain the highest standards of policing and public service, the community is encouraged to provide feedback on ICPD's quality of service, policies, and procedures.

Public comment can be provided here. A link to the public comment portal will also be maintained on the Iowa City Police Department homepage at icgov.org/police.

About the Iowa City Police Department

The Iowa City Police Department was awarded CALEA Law Enforcement Accreditation for the seventh time in March 2021. The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc., also known as CALEA, was created in 1979 as a credentialing authority through the joint efforts of major law enforcement executive associations.

The purpose of CALEA's Accreditation Program is to improve the delivery of public safety services by maintaining a body of standards developed by public safety practitioners that covers a wide range of up-to-date public safety initiatives, while also establishing and administering an accreditation process, and recognizing professional excellence.


Coralville Transit Layover Change for Iowa Arts Festival

Coralville TransitDue to road closures for the Iowa Arts Festival in Iowa City, Coralville Transit will not serve the following stops all day on Friday and Saturday, June 2-3, 2023:

  • Downtown Iowa City interchange (stop #0001)
  • Iowa Memorial Union (stop # 0125)
  • Macbride Hall (stop # 0120)

All routes will be diverted to E. Court Street between Clinton and Capitol Streets (1 block west of the Court Street Transportation Center) in Iowa City for layovers. No other stops are scheduled to be affected. Service delays are anticipated, and any changes to service will be posted at www.coralville.org/transit.

Route changes, road closures, and traffic delays will make predicted bus arrival times on the Transit app inaccurate on June 2-3, however, the real-time maps on the Transit app with actual bus locations will be accurate and should be used to locate buses. 

Normal transit service and predicted arrival times on the Transit app will resume on Monday, June 5. The bus interchange in downtown Iowa City will return to its normal location at Clinton and Washington Streets on Monday, June 5 as well.  For more information, contact Coralville Transit at 319.248.1790.


Today's Weather Outlook for the Corridor

Today's weather forecast and a four day outlook.  Check this page for the latest weather reports in the corridor area.  Up-to-date weather conditions for the Iowa City area are observed at the Iowa City, Iowa City Municipal Airport, IA.  For weather conditions specific to other cities outside the corridor area, just type in your zip code below.


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News – City of North Liberty, May 30, 2023

North Liberty is a growing, thriving and young community. Proud to be a family-friendly small town in the heart of Iowa.
 
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Storytime at the Pool is Back this Summer

Join the library and lifeguards for a three free summer story times by the outdoor pool. The five Ws Who: Geared towards children ages 5 and under and their caregivers. What: Hear a story on the pool deck and then stay and swim. Caregivers must be in the pool. Where: Outdoor pool When: June 16,…

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Earn a Badge at Camp North Liberty Friday, June 23

Camp North Liberty

Dig out your sleeping bags and tent or prepare the camper — it's time to make plans to attend Camp North Liberty Friday, June 23 through Saturday, June 24. City staff camp counselors have prepared a full evening of activities for a community campout under the stars. Join the adventure to earn your 2023 Camp North…

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Iowa Arts Festival road closures and transit changes announced

 


Coralville Accepting Applications for Parks & Recreation Commission

CoralvilleThe City Council of the City of Coralville is accepting applications for an appointment to the following Commission:

Coralville Parks & Recreation Commission: 1 opening
The Coralville Parks & Recreation Commission recommends and reviews policies, rules, regulations, ordinances and budgets relating to parks, playgrounds, recreational services and cultural functions of the City and makes such reports to the Council as the Commission deems is in the public interest. (City Code; CH. 24) Meetings are the third Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. This opening is for a 2.5-year partial term expiring December 31, 2025. About the Parks & Recreation Commission

Who Can Apply

  • Any current resident of Coralville is eligible and encouraged to apply for any Board and Commission openings.
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion will be considered as applications are reviewed.

How to Apply
Pick up an application at Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th Street, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm or download an application

Applications are due at City Hall, 1512 7th Street, Coralville, Iowa, 52241, or by e-mail to [email protected], no later than 5:00 pm on June 23, 2023.  Mayor Meghann Foster will recommend an appointee to the Council for approval in July 2023.

For more information, contact City Clerk Thor Johnson at 319.248.1700 or [email protected].