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Good Neighbor Meeting for Property Near Oak Lane NE and North Liberty Road
Update: This meeting can be watched at the bottom of this post. Scanlon Family, LLC has submitted a zoning map amendment (rezoning) and preliminary subdivision plat on 36.32 acres of property located at the southeast corner of Oak Lane NE and North Liberty Road. The rezoning would be from ID Interim Development to RS-4 Single-Unit…
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Good Neighbor Meeting for Property Near South Dubuque Street and North Liberty Road
Update: This meeting can be watched at the bottom of this post. CMW Properties, LLC has submitted a zoning map amendment (rezoning) on 6.76 acres of property located at the southeast corner of South Dubuque Street and North Liberty Road. The rezoning would be from ID Interim Development to C-3 Higher-Intensity Commercial District. No formal…
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Johnson County’s COVID-19 Community Level Reaches High
For the first time since the CDC updated its metric for tracking COVID-19 in February, Johnson County’s COVID-19 Community Level has reached high. At this level, the CDC recommends: Wearing a mask indoors in public and on public transportation. Staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including boosters. Getting tested if you have symptoms. Considering additional precautions…
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Recreation Department Invites the Community to Play Outdoors
Starting in June, the North Liberty Recreation Department hits the road to bring fun and games to parks and recreation areas throughout North Liberty. Each Thursday in June from 6:30 to 8 p.m., recreation staff will bring activities, including giant yard games, board games, croquet and nature activities out into the community. Participation is free…
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Mayor: the Hurt, Grief and Loss is More than I Can Imagine
From Mayor Chris Hoffman in a letter sent May 27, 2022: Dear Mayor McLaughlin, city councilors, and community members of Uvalde: For a moment on Tuesday night, my colleagues and I sat in silence to reflect on the horror visited on your children and your community. The hurt, grief and loss following the slaying of…
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Libations for All Occasions
While the competition is stiff Johncy’s Liquor Store offers a wide array of continually updated beverages to satisfy anyone’s taste. With nearly two decades in the business, owner Johncy Menezes has developed his own personal tastes which trend local though sometimes with a tropical twist. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial…
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Catch Up with the Community at Ranshaw House’s Weekly Concerts This Summer
Catch up with friends and socialize as a community Friday nights in June and July on the Ranshaw House lawn. Enjoy live performances from local musicians on the historic house’s front porch, bring a picnic and grab snack from one of the on site treat trucks. The five Ws Who: You! Free and no reservation…
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Get to Know Your Neighbors Over Lunch on June 3
Join us for a Community Connections Lunch at Penn Meadows Park on Friday, June 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This special, intergenerational edition of our weekly 55+ Connections Lunch is free and open-to-the-community. Enjoy a deli salad bar catered by New Pioneer Co-op, make a new friend and play a few rounds of…
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Get into a Summer Flow with Yoga Classes Starting in June
Practicing yoga can improve strength, balance and flexibility, be relaxing a improve sleep, and can be a tool for managing stress. And its easy to get into even if you’ve never tried it before. This June, the Recreation Department will offer several yoga classes for all ages and abilities, include two new classes not included…
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Application Deadline Extended through May 27 for Johnson County Direct Assistance Program
The application deadline for Johnson County Direct Assistance Program has been extended. Applications will now be accepted through 2 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2022. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The Direct Assistance Program provides assistance to residents who experienced negative economic impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The…
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