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Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401

Izabela Zaluska
I am the Iowa City and Johnson County government reporter for The Gazette. One of my favorite parts about my job is that I’m constantly learning something new and then I get to share that information with readers. Through my coverage, I hope to make it easier for readers to understand how local government works. When I’m not reporting, I enjoy hiking, spending time outside, reading and finding new restaurants to try.
Latest Articles by Izabela Zaluska
Local Government Dec. 1, 2021 3:42 pm
The Iowa City Council on Tuesday night unanimously approved the first consideration of an updated development proposal for a senior living facility near Hickory Hill Park. Nearly 40 acres would be dedicated to the city for expansion of the park.
Community Nov. 30, 2021 6:00 am
The 28 changing tables will be installed in restrooms throughout the city’s park system. Male and unisex restrooms will be prioritized.
Environmental News Nov. 29, 2021 6:00 am
The Friends of Coralville Lake is working to raise awareness of the sedimentation in the lake and gauging community interest to launch a lake restoration plan in the coming years. The volume of sediment per year is equivalent to the volume of two Empire State Buildings.
Crime and Courts Nov. 29, 2021 6:00 am
The report found low levels of disproportionality in citations, but a higher level of disproportionality in arrests. People of color were arrested twice as often following a traffic stop.
News Nov. 26, 2021 7:58 pm
Racial Equity Connect — or R.E. Connect — was co-founded by Tracy Jon Sargeant and V Fixmer-Oraiz about six months ago. Since then, they have recruited organizations, spoken with elected officials and began creating a network for people of color.
Environmental News Nov. 23, 2021 4:26 pm
Potential improvements include invasive species removal, trail work, interpretive panels and site amenities, native tree plantings and native seedlings.
Local Government Nov. 19, 2021 7:37 am
Years in the making, the Iowa City Council approved a zoning code that prioritizes walkable neighborhoods and different types of housing in an effort to transform 900 acres of undeveloped land in the city’s southside.
Local Government Nov. 18, 2021 3:41 pm
Supervisors on Thursday approved projects with funds allocated in the current 2022 fiscal year, including payments to residents excluded from federal relief efforts.
Local Government Nov. 18, 2021 4:01 pm
The 10th annual Municipal Equality Index showed Iowa City, Dubuque and West Des Moines received a perfect score. Nine cities in Iowa were ranked in the 2021 index.
Local Government Nov. 17, 2021 4:16 pm
Iowa City collaborating on relief spending, affordable housing, child care
Crime and Courts Nov. 15, 2021 6:00 am
More than half of states, including Iowa, do not regulate nonpowder guns — but the Marine’s family and Johnson County Attorney Janet Lyness have said they are in favor of regulating air rifles and other similar guns as firearms.
Crime and Courts Nov. 15, 2021 6:00 am
Such guns have been used in crimes and been mistaken for firearms in officer-involved shootings — both in Iowa and other states.
Crime and Courts Nov. 9, 2021 1:07 pm
Darryl Minniefield Jr., 34, is facing a first-degree theft charge for attempting to steal a $47,000 car from Carousel Preowned in Iowa City.
Crime and Courts Nov. 8, 2021 4:32 pm
Mohamed Traore, 26, was arrested following a meeting of the city’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, which he is chair of. The police department released a statement saying it could have addressed the matter more privately.
News Nov. 8, 2021 6:30 am
John Grier began his career with the Iowa City Fire Department in 1992 as a firefighter. He held a number of positions before being appointed fire chief in 2013.