Our CR Magazine
Our CR Magazine features news and stories that inform residents of the inner workings of City departments, programs, and plans for the future. It also includes the Parks & Recreation Department's seasonal activities guide, PLAY! and the annual Water Quality Report.
This quarterly magazine is mailed to more than 72,000 houses, condominiums, apartments, and businesses in Cedar Rapids, Robins, Hiawatha and surrounding communities that benefit from the services provided by the City of Cedar Rapids.
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Advertisers can reach every residence and business in the Cedar Rapids area at a fraction of the cost-per-reader of other advertising options. If you are interested in placing an ad in Our CR, please contact the City Manager's Office at 319-286-5080 or citymanager@cedar-rapids.org.
Distribution
Our CR is mailed using a saturation mailing method where the publication is delivered by mail carriers to every household or business on their route. It's addressed to "Postal Customer," not individual addresses. This is the most cost effective way to mail a publication of this kind. Because of this, we cannot remove individual addresses from the mailing list.
Read Past Issues
- March 2023
Taking Climate Action: Building a resilient, accessible, carbon-free future - November 2022
Informed & Engaged: Your guide to enhanced participation in Cedar Rapids government
March 2022
ReLeaf Cedar Rapids: A Plan to Bring Back Our Trees- November 2021
Prepare. Act. Communicate. Train. Your guide for emergency preparedness
- May 2021
Strengthening Our Community: Flood control vision comes to life - March 2021
Cedar Rapids Shines: National Rankings, Award, and Recognitions - November 2020
Weathering the Storm: Cedar Rapids stories of perseverance and recovery - August 2020
Sustainable City: Acting today for a better tomorrow - May 2020
Cedar Rapids Strong: Coming together in times of crisis | 2019 Water Quality Report - March 2020
The Heart of the City: How we support vibrant neighborhoods - November 2019
Spotlight on Safety: The many ways we keep our city safe - August 2019
EnvisionCR: Community Vision Springs to Life - May 2019
History Preserved: Protecting and repurposing our historic landmarks | 2018 Water Quality Report - March 2019
Inclusive Community: Building spaces and expanding opportunities for everyone - November 2018
Tech City: Exploring the mechanical, digital, and scientific technology powering City operations - August 2018
How Things Work: A look behind the scenes to answer many of your biggest 'how' and 'why' questions - June 2018
10 Years Rising Above: Cedar Rapids' story of resilience (special Flood of 2008 anniversary edition) | 2017 Water Quality Report - March 2018
Five Seasons. Infinite Success. Strengthening Cedar Rapids through economic development | - November 2017
Community Pride: Cedar Rapids is recognized nationally as a great place to live, work, and visit - August 2017
Cedar Rapids Youth: educating, employing, and engaging the next generation - May 2017
Beyond the Green: The environmental, social, and economic benefits of sustainable choices | 2016 Water Quality Report - March 2017
Making an Impact: City employees take pride in their work and their community - November 2016
CR Strong: Fighting the Flood of 2016 - August 2016
Through the Years - May 2016
Teaming Up with Others: City partnerships increase opportunities - March 2016
The Silent Workforce: Local citizens making an impact on our community - November 2015
Plan, Prepare, Perform - August 2015
Where Cedar Rapids Excels - May 2015
CR Heroes: Everyday Extraordinary - March 2015
iGreenCR and Sustainability
