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Test Iowa Launches to Assess, Test and Track COVID-19
Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds launched the Test Iowa Initiative to expand testing capacity to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Iowa. Iowans are encouraged to visit testIowa.com to complete a health assessment, which will help the public health officials assess Iowans, prioritize testing and further inform the state’s response to COVID-19. Test Iowa asks Iowans…
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As Governor Expands Business Closures, City Reminds Community of Temporary Sign Rules
Last month, as Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered certain businesses to close, we temporarily relaxed some temporary business signage rules. The goal was to help local businesses let the community know what services they were offering and help customers who were seeking out open local businesses and services. The governor has since expanded the businesses covered…
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Aerial Survey Work Scheduled for Friday, April 10
On Friday, April 10, 2020, a licenced pilot fly a quadcopter, or drone, about 250 above the ground over the south end of Ranshaw Way (Highway 965) and over the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics site, located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Ranshaw Way and Forevergreen Road. The drone won’t be…
Read MorePolice Reports for March 2020
Traffic Contacts: 190 Parking Contacts: 32 Vehicle Inspections: 13 Vehicle Unlocks: 21 Crash Investigations: 12 Public Assists: 327 Assist other Agency: 115 Crimes Against Persons Report: 10 Crimes Against Property Report: 13 Other Reports: 21 Arrests: 21 Warrants: 3 Alcohol/Narcotics Charges: 11 Crimes Against Persons Charges: 9 Crimes Against Property Charges: 1 Other Charges: 8…
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I, You, We Run
Brian Tharp, the owner of We Run, found his passion in running but when it comes to challenges he does anything but. Whether faced with severe flooding or a global pandemic Brian believes that people are adaptable and will pull through, together. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation…
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Mayor: Please Stay Home
From Mayor Terry L. Donahue: The past weeks have been very challenging for all of us one way or another. The distancing thing is frustrating. The need to practice cleaning your grocery carts, wash you hands and practice good overall hygiene is getting old. So, what do we do? The same things we have been…
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Recreation Registration Postponed, May Community Center Programming Canceled
Registration for Recreation Department swimming lessons and other summer recreation programs will be delayed until 6 a.m. on Monday, May 4, for residents, and Wednesday, May 6, for non-residents. Registration for summer camps and facility reservations are being accepted for June, July and August, online at northliberty.recdesk.com. Additionally, the City of North Liberty has cancelled…
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Public Building, Playground Closures, Social Distancing Guidelines Extended Through End of April
To help support our local doctors, nurses, lab techs, researchers and other neighbors fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, protect its employees and the public, and be in line with Gov. Kim Reynolds’ proclamation, the City of North Liberty has extended the closing of all public buildings and playgrounds through April 30, 2020. The public can work…
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A Physically Separated Egg Hunt
We were saddened we had to cancel our annual Easter egg hunt (#socialdistancing), but had to make sure safety was a top priority. Since we all couldn’t meet for a morning of fun, we have come up with an alternative Easter egg hunt. First: download an egg from below, print it and color it (there…
Read MorePublic Comment Requested on 175 South Jones Blvd. Proposed Rezoning
On April 7, 2020, at 6:30 p.m., the the City of North Liberty Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment, or rezoning, for the property located at 175 South Jones Boulevard. The developer, Harvest Estates, LLC, has indicated that the proposed development would be a senior living cooperative with 30 detached single-family homes. The formal…
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