Local Government

The board that provides oversight of local law enforcement has launched a public “Idea Wall.” Community members can respond to rotating questions during April and May to guide the board’s work.

The Iowa City Council expressed support for giving relocation payments to all households living in the mobile home park at the time the conditional zoning agreement was signed in June 2019. The city plans to use both local and pandemic funds for the voluntary program.

Two council members warm to idea, but with speed limit of 35 mph or less

For the fourth time since 2016, Cedar Rapids is administering a survey that looks to gauge residents’ quality of life and help guide the city’s priorities.

City Manager Ryan Waller said the results are invaluable as the city revisits its strategic plan and budget process for fiscal 2024.

Jammie Bradshaw of Lone Tree said running for a seat on the board felt like the “natural next step” because she wanted to continue to serve her community after a decade of serving in the military.

B.J. Dvorak, who has been the agency’s plans and exercises officer since 2019, will start April 9. He succeeds Steve O’Konek, who is retiring after leading the agency for four years.

V Fixmer-Oraiz said they have always been interested in public policy and serving the community. But now felt like the right moment to take the next step and run for elected office.

Residents and visitors can once again rent an e-bike or scooter in downtown Cedar Rapids and surrounding districts to get around town.

Iowa City will work with the cities of Henderson, Nev., and Eau Claire, Wis. The collaborative grant will look at zoning code in each of the three cities and how to increase housing diversity.

In a dispute dating to 2010, the Iowa State Association of Counties is taking the state to court in an effort to avoid paying sales tax.

Republican wants to expand mental health services and recreational opportunities in county