
Spring Cleanup Underway | Derecho Recovery

Drug Take Back Event on April 24

Urban Dreams Provides Food and Employment Services to Residents in Need

Celebrating Earth Month
The City of Cedar Rapids is celebrating sustainability all month long by marking April as Earth Month and inviting residents to take action and go green.
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Commercial Fire at 3851 River Ridge Drive NE (Update #1)

Mobile CR update is available for download on Google Play and iOS App Store

Storm Damage at Summit View Manufactured Home Community
Armed Robbery Suspect Apprehended

Commercial Fire at 3851 River Ridge Drive NE

Suspect Arrested After Shots Fired Incident in the 1600 Block of 30th Street NW

Fatal Stabbing at Residence Inn

Call for Artists for Cedar Valley Nature Trail Murals
Possible Stabbing Incident Under Investigation
Suspect Arrested After Shots Fired Incident

1st Street NE Storm Sewer Flood Improvements Begin

2021 Paving for Progress Season Gets Underway

Spring Leaf Vacuum Collection Starts April 5

City of Cedar Rapids Plans Summer Pool Operations
Police Investigating Hate Crime at 2307 Bever Avenue SE

Police Department Offers Advice to Avoid Contractor Scams
Weekend Alcohol Compliance Checks

Suspect Arrested for Reckless Use of a Firearm

Additional Law Enforcement Officers Participating in St. Patrick's Day Traffic Enforcement Project
Holiday Traffic Enforcement Project for St. Patrick's Day

Collision on U.S. Interstate 380 at Wilson Avenue SW (Update #2)

Change Your Clock, Change Your Batteries this Weekend
Collision on U.S. Interstate 380 at Wilson Avenue SW (Update #1)

City Launches New My CR Online Customer Service Reporting Tool and Mobile App, Mobile CR
Fatal Collision on U.S. Interstate 380 North of 7th Street Exit (Update #1)

Police Investigating Altercation, Stabbing Incident

Permit Process Supports Outdoor Service Area

Apply to Serve on a City Board or Commission

Pothole Patching Underway
Public Works crews are conducting pothole patching operations as we enter spring-time freeze/thaw cycles.
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Burn Ban Rescinded; Important Reminders about Recreational Fires
Cold Case Update: Suspect Arrested for 2011 Murder of Dexter Meeks
The Cedar Rapids Police Department, in cooperation with the Linn County Attorney’s Office, has made an arrest in the 2011 cold case involving the murder of Dexter Lashun Meeks. Dexter Meeks was 22 years old when the homicide occurred.
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ReLeaf Kick-Off Meeting to be Held March 9

Cedar Rapids State of the City Address Now Available Online

Building Services Department Offers Repair Tips

Citizen Review Board Applications Open through May 31, 2021

Public Input Sought on Jones Park
FY 22 Proposed Budget

Next Step Taken in Reforestation Efforts

Residents and Businesses Encouraged to Adopt a Hydrant

Mask Mandate Remains in Effect

Fire Destroys Apartment Complex; Two Firefighters Seriously Injured

Fire Investigation of 3729 G Avenue NE Residential Fire

Marcy Barta Donation to Animal Care & Control
Attempted Murder Suspect from Wisconsin Apprehended

Catalytic Converter Theft Suspect and Suspect Vehicle
The Cedar Rapids Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance identifying the suspect and any occupants of a suspect vehicle involved in the theft of a catalytic converter in southwest Cedar Rapids around 11:00 p.m. on Monday, February 1, 2021. Surveillance video of the suspect and suspect vehicle is available on the Cedar Rapids Police Department Facebook page.
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Fire Destroys Home at 22 Blake Terrace SE
Catalytic Converter Thefts
Additional Details Regarding Disturbance at Walmart
Suspects Arrested for Shooting Death of Randal Campbell
City of Cedar Rapids Completes Citizen Review Board Ordinance

Participation in FEMA Program Results in Discounted Flood Insurance Rates
Shooting Incident at 2110 Westdale Drive SW (Update – Suspect Arrested)

2020-2021 Cedar Rapids Urban Deer Management Program Report

Tree Work to Take Place at Ellis and Twin Pines Golf Courses at Night

Your Feedback is Important
We value every Cedar Rapids resident, and want you to have the best possible experience when interacting with City departments. In order gather feedback from our residents to track and improve service, the City has recently launched an updated online customer service survey.
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Tell us how you would slice it!

City of Cedar Rapids Invited to Apply for $218 Million in EPA Water Infrastructure Funding

Roy Hesemann Named City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Director
Cedar Rapids City Manager, Jeff Pomeranz has selected Roy Hesemann to serve as City of Cedar Rapids Utilities Director. Hesemann has been with the City of Cedar Rapids for more than 21 years, and boasts a career spanning over 35 years of engineering, management and education work in the water and wastewater treatment sectors.
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Ellis Park Access Road Closing

Rollin' Recmobile Delivering Winter Fun to Parks

Solid Waste & Recycling Alley Collection Fully Restored for All Customers

Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory Lifted

Shaver Road NE Flood Control Project Begins

Tree Adoption and Planting Events to be Held

Fall Loose Leaf Vacuum Collection to Begin Oct. 19 Following Two-Week Delayed Start

Arborists Begin to Assess and Mark Right-of-Way Trees

Thank You!

Transit Changes Scheduled September 8

City of Cedar Rapids Mayor Issues Mask Mandate

City of Cedar Rapids Business Storm Loss Questionnaire

Recreational Vehicles Permitted to Serve as Temporary Housing

Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste Advisory

City of Cedar Rapids Launches Survey to Gather Input for Citizen Review Board

Public-Private Partnership Supports Local Restaurants, Families

K9Splash Fundraiser for Dog Parks Goes Virtual

City of Cedar Rapids Public Services Available

Tree Debris Removal

Customer Service Feedback Survey Available Online
Residents and those who do business with the City of Cedar Rapids are invited to respond to a customer service feedback survey the City is conducting. The survey is designed to improve the quality of interactions customers have with City staff.
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Rollin' Recmobile to Visit Cedar Rapids Parks Next Week

Juneteenth in Cedar Rapids
City Council Officially and Unanimously Votes to Support Local Black Lives Matter Priorities

Cedar Rapids Splash Pads to Open

Mask Drive Results in Thousands of Donations

Cedar Rapids National Community Survey Results

Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department to Launch Rollin' Recmobile

Cedar Rapids Park Amenities to Reopen June 1

Cedar Rapids Receives Aa1 Bond Rating on General Obligation Debt

Has your building been closed for a few weeks? Flush the water pipes!

City of Cedar Rapids Transit Service Resumes Monday, May 18
City of Cedar Rapids Transit service will resume beginning Monday, May 18, 2020. Transit Service will be available on weekdays, Monday through Friday from 5:15 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with hourly service on all routes except for Route 5, which will run in 15 minute intervals. There will be no weekday peak service or Saturday service at this time.
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Municipal Pools to Stay Closed

Business Reopening Toolkit Now Available

Solid Waste & Recycling Collection Advisory
Cedar Rapids Hosts Virtual City Council Meeting May 12, 2020

Drinking Water Boil Order Lifted
The City of Cedar Rapids is lifting the boil order for all areas in the SW Quadrant previously affected. Final testing confirmed water is safe for personal consumption. Results of all samples collected revealed all testing parameters are within normal limits and confirmed that the water is safe for consumption.
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City of Cedar Rapids Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
The City of Cedar Rapids was notified over the weekend that an employee tested positive for COVID-19.
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Gardner and Ellis Golf Courses and Disc Golf to Open
Apply to Serve on a City Board or Commission

Cedar Valley Nature Trail Construction to begin April 30

City of Cedar Rapids Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19

City Facility Closures and Transit Service Suspension Extended

City Seeks Cloth Mask Donations

Noelridge Greenhouse Online Plant Sale

May Parks and Recreation Programs Impacted by COVID-19

Gardner Golf Course, Disc Golf Closed and Trail Recommendations Issued

Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast - COVID-19 Response with Unified Command

Additional Park Facilities Closed for Social Distancing

Online Database of Business Resources

April Parks and Recreation Programs Impacted by COVID-19

Cedar Rapids Playgrounds and Outdoor Exercise Stations Closed

City of Cedar Rapids Transit Suspending Service Beginning Wednesday, March 25

COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in Linn County
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City of Cedar Rapids Transit Limiting Passengers to Require Social Distancing
Starting Wednesday March 18, City of Cedar Rapids Transit will begin restricting riders to 10 passengers per bus to encourage social distancing and minimize passenger contact. To accommodate passengers, CR Transit will be restructuring peak service routes when possible.
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Cedar Rapids is Requesting all Bars and Restaurants Close for St. Patrick's Day and Limit Ongoing Patron Activity
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Parks and Recreation Facilities Closed and Programs Canceled
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City of Cedar Rapids Prepares for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The City of Cedar Rapids has already initiated both an emergency preparedness plan and a continuity of operations plan, as the safety of our community is our top priority, in the event that the coronavirus (COVID-19) impacts the Cedar Rapids area. (Currently, the risk is low in Iowa.) The City has prepared an emergency operations plan for implementation if there is an increased demand for calls for service because of the coronavirus. Just as importantly, the City has prepared a continuity of operations plan to ensure adequate City staff is available to deliver essential services.
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Citizen Survey Enters Online Phase

Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast - Economic Development

Cedar Rapids Mayor Brad Hart to present his State of the City address
City Seeking Input on Housing, Funding Prioritization

Residents Invited to Explore River Recreation Opportunities

Cedar Rapids Joins AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

Flood Control Detention Basin Underway

Czech Village Levee Completed

Where to Ride Scooters

Cedar Rapids Wins US Water Prize for Outstanding Work in the Public Sector

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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Cedar Rapids Launches Sponsored Student Fare Program

Kirkwood Boulevard Tank Put Into Service

Inside Cedar Rapids Podcast - Achieving the Gold Standard in Public Safety

Heat Relief Locations in Cedar Rapids

City of Cedar Rapids Assumes Ownership of Cedar Lake North Cell

Donaghy Recognized with Water Environment Federation Award

Parks & Recreation Department To Hold Free Activities at Greene Square

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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Department of Justice Closes Agreement with City of Cedar Rapids

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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Addition of New Buses Marks Milestone for Cedar Rapids Transit

Junior Golf Instructional Programs Partner

Visioning Workshop June 5 for Czech Village/NewBo Action Plan

Daniels Park Playground Construction Scheduled

Urban Gardens to Open at Old MacDonald's Farm

Cedar Rapids Kicks Off Bike Share Program

Cedar Rapids Earns Walk Friendly Designation

Gardner and Ellis Golf Courses Scheduled to Open

Twin Pines Golf Course Opens March 27

City of Cedar Rapids Cold Weather Response

Sinclair Levee Wins National Award

Assistance for Federal Employees

Cedar Rapids Golf Recognized for Environmental Stewardship

Adoption of New Zoning Code

2018 Paving for Progress Accomplishments

Construction Continues on Czech Village Levee

City Wins ´Project of the Year' Award for Roundabout

Cedar Rapids Sets New Record for Construction Permit Valuation

Flood Control System Funding Plan

Hotel-Motel Tax Advance to GO Cedar Rapids

City Achieves 4-STAR Community Certification
Affordable Housing Commission Accepting Applications

Greene Square Becomes Alcohol Free on Saturday

Cedar Rapids Residents and Business Leaders Speak to the Importance of Flood Protection
Cedar Rapids Hosts Joint Meeting of Flood Control System and Finance and Administrative Council Committees

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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Cedar Rapids Receives Nearly $40,000 for Veterans

National Work Zone Awareness Week

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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Johnson Avenue NW Project Starting

Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust Company Receives Outstanding Partner Award for Work with City

Cedar Rapids Receives Gold Designation as a Solar-Ready Community

AmeriCorps to Design and Install Rain Gardens for Free this Summer

Sinclair Levee Project Earns Envision Bronze Award

City of Cedar Rapids Receives Phoenix Award for NewBo District Development

Public notification: Monitoring violation of the water testing schedule
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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Flood Update and Revised Evacuation Area

Overnight Efforts and Continued Flood Response

Flood Control Measures in Place

Flood Preparation and Evacuation Plans Continue

Important: Flood Evacuation Notice

City of Cedar Rapids To Undertake Marketing, Tourism and Convention Functions
Cedar Rapids Mayor Brad Hart to present State of the City address

Cedar Rapids City Manager Presents FY2020 Budget Proposal

New "Inside Cedar Rapids" Podcast Now Available

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.
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Podcast--Construction 101: Public Works Behind the Scenes

City Week Open House
Join us for our City Week Open House, Wednesday, October 16 from 5 – 7 p.m. Get a close up look at City vehicles and equipment, visit with City employees, enjoy fun photo opportunities, kid’s activities, games, prizes, and much more.
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City Budget FY 2021
For Fiscal Year (FY) ending June 30, 2021:
The fiscal year 2021 budget was presented to the Mayor and City Council in February 2020. The City provides the following services: public safety, public works, solid waste collection, animal control, parking, ground transportation, community development and municipal water and sewer. The City also provides cultural and recreational opportunities through various departments and commissions.
Read MoreCedar Rapids Hosts Virtual City Council Meeting April 28, 2020
