Most Recent City Announcements 

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Thursday,  February  09, 2012
CR Progress

See our progress! Learn about the latest City facilities and community attractions under construction in Cedar Rapids. Read details about funding sources and project costs, too.  MORE

Wednesday,  February  08, 2012
Interested in Redevelopment?

The Historic Preservation Commission is seeking Letters of Interest for the redevelopment or relocation of city-owned properties. Learn how you can apply. MORE

Wednesday,  February  08, 2012
Properties for Sale or Lease

Looking for property in the Cedar Rapids city limits? Find out how you can purchase excess City-owned property.  MORE

Wednesday,  February  08, 2012
Proposed FY13 Budget

The City's proposed budget for fiscal year 2013 is now available. You can review the budget right here on our website.  MORE

Wednesday,  February  08, 2012
NEW Smartphone App

Check out the first custom-designed, city government smartphone app in the state. Learn how it works and download it to your smartphone. MORE

Wednesday,  February  08, 2012
Help CR Become a Blue Zone Community

Help us become a Blue Zone Community, a healthier community. Pledge your support online for our community application to this state program. It only takes a few minutes! MORE

Wednesday,  January  11, 2012
Utility Billing Accepts Credit Cards

Now, there is one more easy way to pay your municipal utility bill. Use your credit card to pay online or over the phone.  MORE

Wednesday,  January  11, 2012
CR NEWS NOW

Get short messages about City services delivered directly to your mobile phone or email. Subscribe today! MORE

Tuesday,  January  03, 2012
Volunteer for Boards & Commissions

Throughout the year, we accept applications from community volunteers to serve on one of the more than 30 boards and commissions. Learn how to apply.  MORE

Wednesday,  December  14, 2011
Free Prescription Discount Card

Save an average of 20% off the retail price of commonly prescribed medications with a free Cedar Rapids Prescription Discount Card. Download your free card.  MORE

Thursday,  November  17, 2011
New City Newsletter - Our CR

"Our CR" is the City's magazine-style newsletter that's mailed to all households and businesses in Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha and Robins. Learn more about this quarterly publication.  MORE

Thursday,  October  20, 2011
National Spotlight on Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids is a great place to live, work, play and start a business. Many national publications have ranked our city in its lists of the best. See them all here.  MORE

Thursday,  October  20, 2011
Flood Management System

Check out all the details about the City's plan for a Flood Mangement System to protect both sides of the Cedar River.  MORE

Thursday,  October  20, 2011
CR City Source E-Newsletter

Get the latest City news delivered in your email twice a month by subscribing to our e-newsletter, CR City Source. Subscribe today!  MORE

Thursday,  August  25, 2011
Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

Learn more about the design and construction of the new Cedar Rapids Convention Complex, including renovations to the adjoining arena and hotel. MORE

Friday,  August  19, 2011
Amphitheater Levee Project

We're building an amphitheater on top of a levee and floodwall on the west bank of the Cedar River. We need your donations to build the first portion of a permanent flood management system for the west side.   MORE

Friday,  July  29, 2011
Paramount Theatre Restoration

We are restoring, rebuilding and improving the flood-damaged Paramount Theatre. Learn more about the project.  MORE

Monday,  July  18, 2011
CR Progress Map

This interactive, online map provides a geographic look at the latest buyouts and demolitions, as well as the major City facilities under construction. Map data updated weekly. MORE

Monday,  June  27, 2011
Neighborhood Reinvestment Action Plan

Track our progress on more than 150 action items from the River Corridor Redevelopment Plan and the Neighborhood Planning Process.  MORE

Tuesday,  March  01, 2011
City Media Releases

The City of Cedar Rapids posts up to 15 media releases each day. Learn the latest news in our catalogue of media releases. MORE

Monday,  December  06, 2010
City of Five Seasons?

What does the "City of Five Seasons" mean? We're glad you asked.  MORE

Thursday,  September  30, 2010
Current Road Closures

Plan your route through the city with our report on current road closures.  MORE

Monday,  July  12, 2010
Report a Problem

If you see a problem in your neighborhood, let us know about it.   MORE