September 16, 2019
Cedar Rapids – A Welcoming Community
Cedar Rapids is proud to celebrate Welcoming Week to acknowledge the many important contributions immigrants and refugees bring to our community.
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September 12, 2019
Move More Week Oct 1-3
The City of Cedar Rapids invites the entire community to participate in the 2019 “Move More Week” events October 1 – 3, 2019. The goal is to encourage and celebrate active transportation as part of everyday travel.
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September 10, 2019
Tell us how you would slice it!
Budgets might not be the most exciting topic, but pie is always fun. That's why we are giving Cedar Rapids residents a chance to win pie for a year* just for taking our budget survey!
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September 06, 2019
Ellis Park entrance closed for ADA improvements
The northwest Ellis Park entrance, located near the Harborview Pavilion, will be closed from Ellis Boulevard to Zika Avenue beginning September 9 for ADA improvements.
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September 03, 2019
Driver Critically Injured in Early Morning Crash
A 19-year old female was critically injured in a single vehicle accident near J Street and 66th Avenue SW at 2:09 a.m. Tuesday, September 3.
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August 29, 2019
Scooters Join Bike Share
Starting August 30, the Cedar Rapids bike share system will add a pilot program featuring electric scooters.
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August 28, 2019
BBQ Rib Cook-Off at Ushers Ferry September 22
Families are invited to the BBQ Rib Cook-Off at Ushers Ferry to enjoy some delicious and affordable fun on Sunday, September 22 from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department and the Cedar Rapids and Marion Masonic Lodges 6, 25 and 263 are sponsoring this new event. Barbeque meals, served from 2:00 – 5:30 p.m., will cost $3 - $8. Those who attend will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite cook. Admission is free of charge.
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August 27, 2019
Cedar Rapids Launches Sponsored Student Fare Program
The City of Cedar Rapids, Cedar Rapids Community School District (CRCSD), Kirkwood Community College, and Coe College have collaborated to offer student bus rides at no cost on all fixed route buses operated by Cedar Rapids Transit.
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August 23, 2019
Historic Survey Underway, Open House Sept 5
The City of Cedar Rapids will be conducting a historic evaluation of the Bever Woods area, a neighborhood in the SE quadrant that was recommended for evaluation in the 2015 Historic Preservation Plan in order to investigate its historic potential.
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August 22, 2019
Suspect Arrested for Stabbing Incident
A suspect has been arrested in a stabbing incident that occurred shortly after noon near UnityPoint Health-St. Luke’s Hospital, which is located at 1026 A Avenue NE. Officers were dispatched to the parking ramp west of the hospital at 12:02 p.m. after receiving a report that an individual had been stabbed.
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August 21, 2019
Kirkwood Boulevard Tank Put Into Service
A new 1.5 million-gallon elevated water tank on Kirkwood Boulevard officially joined the City of Cedar Rapids’ distribution system on Thursday, August 15. View a timelapse video.
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August 21, 2019
Back-to-School Safety Advice from the Cedar Rapids Police Department
The Cedar Rapids Police Department would like to help students and parents or guardians transition into the new school year safely by offering some back-to-school safety advice. Many schools will be back in session within the next week so citizens should be prepared for increased foot and motor vehicle traffic in residential neighborhoods around schools.
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August 12, 2019
Citizens' Police Academy Now Accepting Applications
Cedar Rapids Police Department will answer that question and many others while you attend the Citizens’ Police Academy (CPA). The CPA will be held on Wednesday, September 18 through November 20, 2019. The CPA meets every Wednesday from 6:00-9:00 p.m.
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August 07, 2019
Automated Traffic Enforcement Citations
It is the Police Department's policy that an Automated Traffic Enforcement citation be issued to a motorist who exceeds the speed limit by 12 mph or greater. The Police Department has been made aware of at least one individual that received a citation for driving 60 mph in a 55 mph zone on U.S. Interstate 380. This citation was sent in error and will be dismissed. An additional review on Wednesday morning determined there were a total of 12 citations that were incorrectly sent. All of these individuals have been notified and the citations will be dismissed.
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August 02, 2019
Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast - Achieving the Gold Standard in Public Safety
The public safety agencies of Cedar Rapids work to protect the community. In this month's Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast, Police Chief Wayne Jerman and Fire Chief Greg Smith discuss how their departments have received the Gold Standard Accreditation, and how the designations benefit citizens of Cedar Rapids.
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July 31, 2019
Andrew Olesen Named City of Cedar Rapids Assistant Fire Chief
The City of Cedar Rapids and Cedar Rapids Fire Department has promoted Andrew Olesen to Assistant Fire Chief, effective July 24, 2019. As Assistant Fire Chief, Olesen will direct and manage the day-to-day operations of the fire department’s emergency response programs.
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July 24, 2019
Cedar Valley Trail Detour in Czech Village
Starting on Thursday, July 25, the Cedar Valley Trail in the Czech Village will be closed from 16th Avenue SW to the Linn County Solid Waste Agency on A Street SW. The closure is associated with flood protection construction on the Czech Village Levee.
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July 23, 2019
City Seeking Input for 6th St SW Corridor
The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking public input for the 6th St SW Corridor Action Plan, a comprehensive long-range planning initiative for improving the 6th Street SW corridor from 1st Avenue south to HWY 30.
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July 17, 2019
Study Conducted to Measure Attitudes of Citizens Toward their Police Department
The Cedar Rapids Police Department requested the assistance of Dr. Chad Loes, Professor of Criminal Justice at Mount Mercy University, to conduct a study to measure the attitudes of Cedar Rapids residents toward the Cedar Rapids Police Department.
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July 16, 2019
Heat Relief Locations in Cedar Rapids
Residents looking for relief from the heat expected in the next few days are encouraged to visit one of the City's designated heat relief locations - Salvation Army, Lindale Mall, Downtown Library, and the Ladd Library.
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July 15, 2019
Cedar Rapids Police Department Featured in National "ShareBlueSmiles" Campaign
The Cedar Rapids Police Department is featured in a national campaign called “ShareBlueSmiles,” which spotlights police officers who go above and beyond to make a difference in their communities. CentralSquare, a leader in public sector software, is sponsoring the campaign.
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July 09, 2019
Urban Deer Hunt - September 14, 2019 to January 10, 2020
The City of Cedar Rapids will continue its annual Urban Deer Hunt for the 2019-2020 season as authorized by City Council Resolution # 0762-09-07. The Urban Deer Hunt is scheduled for September 14, 2019 through January 10, 2020.
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June 28, 2019
Automated Traffic Enforcement Citations with Fines will be Issued Beginning July 1
The City of Cedar Rapids reactivated the Automated Traffic Enforcement system. Citations with fines will be enforced beginning 12:00 a.m. on July 1, 2019. The use of Automated Traffic Enforcement has reduced both crashes and crashes with injuries in Cedar Rapids.
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June 26, 2019
City of Cedar Rapids Assumes Ownership of Cedar Lake North Cell
Cedar Rapids City Council recently approved a resolution authorizing execution of a real estate purchase and sale agreement in the amount of $1 for the purchase of property at 855 Shaver Road NE, commonly known as Cedar Lake.
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June 17, 2019
Donaghy Recognized with Water Environment Federation Award
Jacob Donaghy, utilities water quality specialist for the City of Cedar Rapids, has earned the Water Environment Federation's Laboratory Analyst Excellence Award.
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June 17, 2019
Parks & Recreation Department To Hold Free Activities at Greene Square
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department will offer free summer children’s activities at Greene Square. The activities will be held on Thursdays, June 20 through August 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., on the lawn in Greene Square across from the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Horizons will provide free meals to those ages 18 and under at Noon.
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June 14, 2019
Free Events offered at Ushers Ferry June 19 and June 26
Bring the whole family to Ushers Ferry for the annual Summer Solstice Celebration on Wednesday, June 19 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. and the Freedom Festival 'Free' Village Tour on Wednesday, June 26 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
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June 11, 2019
Department of Justice Closes Agreement with City of Cedar Rapids
The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division recently informed the City of Cedar Rapids of their intent to close the file on their Project Civic Access (PCA) agreement with the City, effective immediately. Project Civic Access is a wide-ranging, proactive initiative designed to ensure that cities and counties throughout the country comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by eliminating physical and communication barriers.
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June 11, 2019
Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast - History Preserved: Protecting and Repurposing Historic Landmarks
Don't miss our latest podcast--History Preserved: Protecting and Repurposing Historic Landmarks. Jennifer Pratt, Cedar Rapids Community Development Director, discusses how the City and the community works together to protect and repurpose historic landmarks.
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May 30, 2019
Addition of New Buses Marks Milestone for Cedar Rapids Transit
Cedar Rapids Transit is pleased to announce the purchase and delivery of three new, heavy-duty, fixed-route buses from Gillig Corporation. These three buses complete a major milestone for Cedar Rapids Transit: the replacement of the entire fixed-route bus fleet with new, heavy-duty, low-floor, ADA-accessible buses since the 2008 flood.
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May 21, 2019
Junior Golf Instructional Programs Partner
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department’s golf division and the Cedar Rapids Optimist Club have formed a partnership to encourage more junior golfers to learn, play and enjoy the game of golf. Through the partnership, the organizations will offer Cedar Rapids/Optimist Junior Golf Academy 1.0 for beginning juniors ages 5-17.
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May 20, 2019
Visioning Workshop June 5 for Czech Village/NewBo Action Plan
The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking public input on the Czech Village/NewBo Action Plan, a comprehensive look at the strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for these two distinct districts.
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May 14, 2019
Daniels Park Playground Construction Scheduled
Demolition and removal of the existing playground in the lower section of Daniels Park, 940 Oakland Rd. NE, will begin on Tuesday, May 14.
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May 14, 2019
Urban Gardens to Open at Old MacDonald's Farm
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the newly finished urban garden project at Old MacDonald’s Farm in Bever Park. The ceremony will be held on Friday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m., prior to Movie Night at the Farm at 8:00 p.m.
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May 07, 2019
Cedar Rapids Police Department Achieves Accreditation from Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies
The City of Cedar Rapids is pleased to announce that the Cedar Rapids Police Department has joined the 5 percent of law enforcement agencies that have been awarded full advanced accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). This is the gold standard of public safety excellence.
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May 01, 2019
Cedar Rapids Kicks Off Bike Share Program
The City of Cedar Rapids will host a special kick-off event celebrating the arrival of the city’s first bike share program, Monday, May 13, 5:30 p.m. in Greene Square.
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April 17, 2019
Cedar Rapids Earns Walk Friendly Designation
The City of Cedar Rapids has been recognized with a Walk Friendly Designation by the Walk Friendly Communities program, recognizing its commitment to prioritize pedestrians and create safe, comfortable, and inviting places to walk.
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March 29, 2019
Gardner and Ellis Golf Courses Scheduled to Open
Gardner Golf Course, 5101 Golf Course Road, Marion, will open for the season on Monday, April 1. Ellis Golf Course, 1401 Zika Avenue NW, is scheduled to open on Wednesday, April 3. Tee times are available at all open courses beginning April 1. Tee times can be reserved at playcedarrapidsgolf.com.
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March 26, 2019
Twin Pines Golf Course Opens March 27
Twin Pines Golf Course, 3800 42nd Street NE, will open for the season on Wednesday, March 27. The course will operate daily from 9:00 a.m. to dusk, tee times are not needed.
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January 29, 2019
City of Cedar Rapids Cold Weather Response
The City of Cedar Rapids, along with partner community organizations, are working to provide shelter and essentials to keep people warm and safe during the extreme cold temperatures expected this week.
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January 25, 2019
Sinclair Levee Wins National Award
The Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) announced today that the City of Cedar Rapids’ Cedar River Flood Control System in the New Bohemia/Sinclair District is the recent recipient of the Envision Bronze rating for sustainable infrastructure.
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January 24, 2019
Assistance for Federal Employees
The Cedar Rapids community supports local employees who are directly impacted by the Federal shutdown. Click here to learn about assistance available for Federal employee needing additional accommodations during the ongoing government shutdown.
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January 21, 2019
Cedar Rapids Golf Recognized for Environmental Stewardship
The Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department’s Golf Division was awarded the 2018 Environmental Stewardship Award from the Iowa Golf Course Superintendents Association.
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January 07, 2019
Adoption of New Zoning Code
City Council formally adopted the new code during its regular agenda on December 18, 2018. The ordinance took effect January 1, 2019.
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December 14, 2018
2018 Paving for Progress Accomplishments
The 2018 Paving for Progress construction year is coming to an end, which included approximately 9.8 linear miles of roadway improvements (or approximately 20 lane miles) for the completion of 28 projects on both local and arterial roads. This was the fifth year of the program, and one of our most ambitious to date. At the peak of construction season, the combined value of projects underway exceeded $30 million.
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December 14, 2018
Construction Continues on Czech Village Levee
Construction has begun on the next phase of the Czech Village levee – the area between Bowling Street SW and 16th Avenue SW.
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November 19, 2018
Ellis Golf Course Closed for the Season
Ellis Golf Course is now closed for the season. The Ellis Clubhouse Pro Shop is still open and will remain open year-round for golf lessons, club fittings, hitting balls and holiday shopping.
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October 29, 2018
City Wins ´Project of the Year' Award for Roundabout
The American Public Works Association Iowa Chapter has recently awarded the City of Cedar Rapids with the “Project of the Year” award for the Kirkwood Blvd Roundabout.
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September 17, 2018
Cedar Rapids Sets New Record for Construction Permit Valuation
The City of Cedar Rapids has set a new record for the total reported valuation of all building permits. For fiscal year 2018, the total valuation of building permits was $376 million, surpassing the previous record set in fiscal year 2012 by $29 million, and surpassing last year’s total by $130 million.
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September 10, 2018
Flood Control System Funding Plan
At the Tuesday, September 11 meeting, City Council will vote on a plan for funding the City’s portion of the Flood Control System. Permanent flood protection is needed to keep residents and property out of harm’s way, protect economic investments and encourage future investments for the entire community, reduce financial strain of building temporary protection, and ensure local businesses do not suffer loss of production and revenue during future flood fights or flood disasters.
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August 21, 2018
Hotel-Motel Tax Advance to GO Cedar Rapids
On August 21, 2018, GO Cedar Rapids Board of Directors provided an update on preliminary newbo evolve festival financial results.
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August 20, 2018
City Achieves 4-STAR Community Certification
STAR Communities is the nation’s leading framework for measuring a community’s environmental, economic, and social health.
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July 13, 2018
Affordable Housing Commission Accepting Applications
The City of Cedar Rapids’ Affordable Housing Commission is accepting applications. Residents who have an interest in assuring families have access to safe and affordable housing in Cedar Rapids can apply online.
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July 11, 2018
Greene Square Becomes Alcohol Free on Saturday
On Tuesday, July 10, Cedar Rapids City Council amended the Cedar Rapids Municipal Code to prohibit alcohol at Greene Square, 400 4th Avenue SE. Enforcement will begin on Saturday, July 14. No one in the park will be allowed to bring, use, consume, or possess alcohol, wine or beer.
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July 10, 2018
Cedar Rapids Residents and Business Leaders Speak to the Importance of Flood Protection
A number of Cedar Rapids residents and businesses owners attended a joint City council committee meeting to voice their support and encouragement for the City to develop a plan for funding the remaining portion of the Flood Control System.
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July 05, 2018
Cedar Rapids Hosts Joint Meeting of Flood Control System and Finance and Administrative Council Committees
On Monday, July 9 Cedar Rapids City Council members from the Flood Control System Council Committee and the Finance and Administrative Council Committee will be hosting a special joint meeting.
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June 30, 2018
Burglar Alarm Permit and Rental Registration Fee Annual Invoicing
Recently the Finance Department sent invoices to permit holders of record for the annual burglar alarm permit fee and rental registration fee for the period July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019.
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April 19, 2018
Cedar Rapids Receives Nearly $40,000 for Veterans
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded the City of Cedar Rapids nearly $40,000 to help provide a permanent home to veterans experiencing homelessness.
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April 09, 2018
National Work Zone Awareness Week
National Work Zone Awareness Week 2019 is taking place April 8 –12 to raise public awareness of work zone safety. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, eliminate distractions while driving, and be watchful for roadway workers and construction equipment.
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April 05, 2018
Ruble Recognized as Outstanding Professional in Iowa
“Holly Ruble is an exemplary member of our team,” says utilities director Steve Hershner. “She has developed and championed a number of iGreenCR and sustainability initiatives from which the community has benefitted and we are grateful for her example.”
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April 04, 2018
Johnson Avenue NW Project Starting
Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin Thursday, April 5, on the Johnson Avenue NW Paving for Progress project, weather permitting.
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March 23, 2018
Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust Company Receives Outstanding Partner Award for Work with City
The Iowa Water Conference recognized Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust with the Outstanding Partner Award on Wednesday. The award highlights agencies that use and promote green infrastructure projects, like CRBT's new zero-stormwater-runoff parking lot, partially funded by the City's stormwater cost-share program.
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February 28, 2018
Storm Drain Mural Project Accepting Submissions
The City of Cedar Rapids, in partnership with Iowa BIG and the Cedar Rapids Downtown District, calls for submissions to the Storm Drain Mural Project.
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February 13, 2018
Cedar Rapids Receives Gold Designation as a Solar-Ready Community
The City of Cedar Rapids earned a gold rating from SolSmart for efforts to make it easier for residents to go solar - the first in Iowa.
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February 06, 2018
AmeriCorps to Design and Install Rain Gardens for Free this Summer
Through a unique partnership with AmeriCorps, Cedar Rapid residents have the opportunity to win a rain garden design and installation for free this summer.
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January 25, 2018
Sinclair Levee Project Earns Envision Bronze Award
he Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) announced today that the Flood Control System in the New Bohemia/Sinclair District is the recent recipient of the Envision Bronze rating for sustainable infrastructure. The Cedar Rapids project is the third Envision award granted to an infrastructure project in the state of Iowa.
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November 30, 2017
City of Cedar Rapids Receives Phoenix Award for NewBo District Development
The City of Cedar Rapids has been awarded a regional Phoenix Award for redevelopment of the New Bohemia District. The Phoenix Awards are part of a nonprofit organization, The Phoenix Awards Institute, Inc., which recognizes outstanding achievement and innovation relating to environmental and community issues.
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October 06, 2017
Public notification: Monitoring violation of the water testing schedule
The City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Department – Water Division violated a drinking water monitoring standard in September 2017 by only collecting 97 of the required 100 routine water samples to test for the presence of total coliform bacteria. Even though this oversight is not an emergency health concern, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened and what we did to correct this situation.
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March 31, 2017
Iowa Finance Authority Announces More than $73.6M to Build and Preserve Housing
Affordable Housing Projects in Eight Iowa Counties Receive Federal Housing Tax Credits
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December 14, 2016
City of Cedar Rapids Joins Nextdoor
The City of Cedar Rapids has joined Nextdoor to help make our community stronger and safer. Nextdoor is a free private social networking website for neighborhoods.
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September 28, 2016
Flood Update and Revised Evacuation Area
The Cedar River level is slowing dropping after cresting at nearly 22 feet yesterday. The river will likely remain high for the next several days, and is expected to reach approximately 18 feet by Thursday early evening. The evacuation area has been adjusted to a smaller perimeter. Barricades and access control points have been moved to the revised perimeter and will continue to be monitored for public safety.
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September 27, 2016
Overnight Efforts and Continued Flood Response
The Cedar River is cresting at 22 feet and will likely remain high for the next several days. Residents are still urged to stay out of the evacuation area and to heed curfew times until the flood risk has passed. Do not go near the temporary flood control system or go near water.
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September 26, 2016
Flood Control Measures in Place
Cedar Rapids’ temporary flood control measures are in place and Public Works engineering teams as well as US Army Corps of Engineer teams will actively monitor for any weaknesses and re-enforce the system as necessary 24 hours a day.
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September 25, 2016
Flood Preparation and Evacuation Plans Continue
The Cedar River is projected to crest at 23 feet at 7:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. Cedar Rapids will see a river crest of 16 feet by Monday morning, which is considered major flood stage. The City’s Incident Command Team activated at 7:00 this morning and is utilizing a cross-departmental team of Public Safety, Public Works, and other City departments.
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September 25, 2016
Important: Flood Evacuation Notice
Residents in the evacuation area are strongly encouraged to leave the area. Returning to your residence may be restricted because of the potential safety risks in the evacuation zone. Public safety personnel are recommending that you leave immediately, but no later than 8:00 p.m. this evening. Remaining in the evacuation area places residents at risk and will place safety personnel at risk.
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City of Cedar Rapids To Undertake Marketing, Tourism and Convention Functions
The City of Cedar Rapids will undertake an initiative to market Cedar Rapids as a destination for tourism, conventions, meetings, sports tournament and special events.
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Cedar Rapids Mayor Brad Hart to present State of the City address
Make plans to join Cedar Rapids Mayor Brad Hart on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 for his Cedar Rapids State of the City address, hosted by the League of Women Voters Linn County.
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Cedar Rapids City Manager Presents FY2020 Budget Proposal
Cedar Rapids City Manager Jeff Pomeranz presented City Council Members with his proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2019 at a special council meeting Tuesday evening, February 5 at 5:30 pm.
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New "Inside Cedar Rapids" Podcast Now Available
The City of Cedar Rapids recently launched a new monthly podcast aimed at providing Cedar Rapids residents with an inside look at City programs, projects and issues. The podcast, called “Inside Cedar Rapids,” will feature interviews of City staff as they share details and answer questions about a variety of topics of interest to residents.
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Spring Safety Reminders
No one loves a beautiful spring day more than Iowans! Warmer temps bring us outdoors to enjoy walking, running, riding bicycles and more.
As you are out traveling and enjoying the weather, please remember safety is a shared responsibility for all road users, including drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Here are some tips to improve road safety for everyone.
Read MorePodcast--Construction 101: Public Works Behind the Scenes
In the latest Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast, Nate Kampmann, City Engineer, discusses discusses how construction projects are selected and what goes into a project from start to finish.
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