Izabela Zaluska

Amel Ali has resigned from Iowa City’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, effective immediately. Last month she was accused of using a racial insult against other Black leaders and making disparaging comments on a local podcast.

South District resident Angie Jordan — who has pushed for the creation of the taxing area and led other efforts on the city’s south side over the years — will start in October.

The Inclusive Economic Development Plan led by Astig Planning has been in the works for about a year with research, surveys, focus groups and interviews. The plan identifies barriers and potential solutions for business owners in Johnson County who have been historically underrepresented.

Newstrack: The new Youth Council will be a way for high school students to connect with elected officials, develop leadership skills, advocate for other young people and participate in the community by leading service projects.

The city of Iowa City is working with Think Iowa City to administer a tourism and visitor recovery grant program intended to spur economic activity in the city. A total of $125,000 in American Rescue Plan Act dollars is available through 2026.

The Iowa City branch, anticipated to open later this year, will be at 300 S. Clinton St. in the first floor of the Edge.

The Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center is holding a membership drive this month to invite community members to experience the various activities and programs. September marks National Senior Center Month.

The development off Interstate 380 is an area where the city of Tiffin anticipates a significant amount of growth. Developers and others involved say it will create an entertainment destination not only for Tiffin residents but for all of Eastern Iowa.

The workforce shortage and child care go hand in hand, and businesses need to get involved, leaders say.

Iowa City relaxed billing and collections at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Iowa City Council voted this week to use nearly $700,000 in pandemic relief funds to replace the lost revenue and enable a “clean return” to normal utility billing.

Study aims to show economic impact of nonprofit arts and culture organizations. The Englert Theatre in Iowa City is leading local participation in the national study.

The cities of Coralville and Iowa City, in cooperation with Johnson County, are preparing a nearly $6 million application to the state’s Destination Iowa program. The joint application seeks funding for various projects improving water and trail access in the county.

There was false speculation Thursday that Iowa City might be among the cities where Texas Gov. Greg Abbott intends to send buses of migrants from the southern border.

Among his designs: Newman Center, Iowa City Hall, fire station, Robert A. Lee Rec Center and his home, now on the National Register of Historic Places.

The $17.7 million project is in the early stages as city explores funding opportunities, including the state’s Destination Iowa program.