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Consultation of Religious Communities
October 20-23,2021 GuideLink Center (east door) 340 Southgate Avenue, Iowa City
The Distribution will follow the plan successfully used last year. Due to Covid-19, face masks will be required and physcial distancing will be maintained. Children are NOT permitted inside our facility.

Winter outerwear and other warm clothing will be available for several days, as our donated supplies permit. Each family can send one adult representative to select items for everyone in the household. Sign up for ONE day and ONE time to shop for your entire family, using this Sign-Up Genius link.

A maximum of 5 adult representatives will be allowed into our facility each half-hour for a period not to exceed 30 minutes. The respresentative must be in good health and assure the staff that they have not been exposed to Covid-19. Limited onsite/on street parking will be available. The GuideLink Center is located near the South Iowa City Bus Route.

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October 20-23,2021 GuideLink Center (east door) 340 Southgate Avenue, Iowa City The Distribution will follow the plan successfully used last year. Due to Covid-19, face masks will be required and physcial distancing will be maintained. Children are NOT permitted inside our facility.

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Pop-up Donation Drop is a new program offered this year to offer convenient donation options for students and community members that may be moving or just in need of a donation option for usable "stuff" they don't need anymore.

Several temporary drop-off locations will be available on specific dates/times and will be located in a variety of different neighborhoods over the next few months.

The first phase (May 2021) of this program is university-focused and available to students living in University of Iowa (UI) Residence Halls only, while the second phase is community-focused and will be available to all Iowa City residents.

The UI Residence Hall drop-off opportunities are available to students living in UI Residence Halls only.

What materials can I donate or recycle?

1. Donate Usable Goods

Accepted:

Furniture

Household items (dishes, picture frames, etc.)

Clothing

Bedding

Working, small electronics & appliances
Microwaves accepted; mini refrigerators not accepted

Not Accepted:

Broken or damaged items

Mattresses

Pillows

Futons

Mini refrigerators

Hazardous material or chemicals (visit www.icgov.org/hhm)

Toiletries or hygiene items

Note: Organizations accepting donations at this event have the right to turn away any items that are unacceptable or damaged. The donor is responsible for properly handling any items not accepted for donation.

2. Donate Unopened Food
Unopened food items, such as canned or boxed food, can be donated and will be given to local food pantry organizations.

3. Recycle Old Batteries
All types of batteries are accepted at no cost. Please keep all batteries separate from donation materials and place in battery-specific collection container.

The second phase (June to August 2021) of this program is community-focused and available to all Iowa City residents. Similarly, this community program will offer options for donating unwanted, usable goods, donating unopened food, and recycling old batteries.

Stay tuned for community drop-off options. Details will be listed here soon.

This program would not be possible without our local partners. Thank you to our partners for their support!

Check out the list below for local resources on donation and disposal of items, as well as, ways to get involved in waste reduction in our community.

Are you moving and plan to have materials that need to be properly handled, recycled, or landfilled? The City of Iowa City has a number of local programs to help you manage any materials you plan to part with. Programs are available to residents of Johnson County, Kalona, and Riverside.

Hazardous Materials: Any household cleaners, lawn chemicals, auto fluids, batteries, and more can be properly disposed of at the Hazardous Material Collection Facility at the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center. The facility is open every week on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., no appointment needed. No cost to Johnson County residents.

Electronics and Appliances: If you have electronics (TV, computer, cell phone, DVD player, printer, etc.) or appliances (refrigerator, stove, microwave, vacuum cleaner, coffee maker, toaster, etc.) that you would like to get rid of, you can recycle these at the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center for a fee during open hours, Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Drop-off Recycling Locations: A variety of materials can be properly recycled or disposed of at local recycling drop-off locations.

Curbside Collection Services: If you live in a single-family home up to a 4-unit apartment building in Iowa City, you have access to City curbside collection of trash, recycling and organics. Please have containers at the curb by 7 a.m. on your regular collection day to ensure pickup.

Trash: Bag all trash, and place in your 65-gallon green-top cart.

Recycling: Keep all recycling materials loose, and place in your 65-gallon blue-top cart. Curbside recycling accepts cardboard, mixed paper, plastics bottles and jugs, metal cans/aluminum pie pans and foil, and waxy cartons.

Organics (Food and Yard Waste): Food (fruit and vegetable parts, grains, dairy and meat products, coffee grounds) and yard waste (grass, leaves, branches, garden waste) can be combined in one container (25- or 95-gallon yellow-top cart) for curbside collection. Yard waste may also be placed in paper yard waste bags, but not food waste.

Reduce waste and your environmental impact with reuse, repair, and sharing.

Reduce and Reuse Stuff

For a variety of resources and information on how to reduce waste and reuse, visit the Reduction and Reuse web page.

For year-round consignment and donation opportunities, check out the Iowa City Resale and Consignment Directory. These stores and organizations offer a variety of donation and consignment options. Beyond donating or selling, Iowa City residents can purchase items, and even furnish an apartment or home, at an affordable price with gently-used items.

With the COVID-19 pandemic, it is recommended to check with local stores before visiting, as hours, services, and customer capacity may change.

Freecycle.org is another great resource that supports local reuse. This website is a platform for locals to post items they wish to get rid of or need. The items are free, and it is free to participate.

Repair Your Stuff

Visit the Repair web page for free tips, tricks, and tutorials on how to fix a variety of common items yourself.

If you are not interested in do-it-yourself and you prefer to hire a professional, the Iowa City Area Repair Directory offers a list of professional repair options available in our community.

Share or Borrow Stuff

There are a lot of items that can be rented, shared, or borrowed instead of bought which can save you time, money, and garage space. The Iowa City Rental Item Directory offers a variety of rental opportunities in our community for equipment, supplies, tools, and more.

Overview

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the traditional Rummage in the Ramp in-person event is canceled for 2021.

Rummage in the Ramp is a City-sponsored effort that began in 2007 to keep tons of reusable items out of the landfill, and get those items to those who need them when the lease changeover occurs annually at the end of July. This work dramatically reduces the amount of goods that go to the landfill, a sustainability goal that serves as a vital part of the City's Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Environmental and human services non-profits and organizations work the event, and split the profits.

2019 Recap

The 13th annual Rummage in the Ramp event diverted more than 32 tons of materials from curbs and dumpsters, setting a new record as more than 800 residents donated their still-usable items.

In 2019, 31 groups volunteered during the event and shared the more than $21,000 raised, also a new record for the event. The money raised helps these organizations continue doing great work in the Iowa City community.

A glance at items diverted from the landfill:

392 chairs (office, dining, or outdoor)

267 boxes of clothing

246 books shelves, dressers, or entertainment centers

184 coffee/end tables

157 small appliances

115 boxes of books

115 chairs (upholstered)

106 couches

67 desks

50 large tables (dining or outdoor)

After more than a decade, Rummage in the Ramp has kept over 320 tons of items out of the landfill. Nearly 30,000 people have purchased items, and over 2,500 volunteers have worked the event, sharing more than $208,000 to support their organizations.

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History

Juneteenth is a historical event that commemorates June 19, 1865, the date in history when, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, Union soldiers sailed into Galveston, Texas, and read aloud the order freeing the quarter of a million slaves residing in the state.

The first major Juneteenth festival in Johnson County was held on June 26, 2011, at Mercer Park. The event was hosted by Club Kazi, a group founded by LaTasha DeLoach in 2007 and consisted of members who had a background in social work. Members of Club Kazi, whose name means "to work" in Swahili, brought resources to foster children through partnership with local social-service providers. Though the club ran workshops like the 2010 Save Our Children Conference, the 2011 Juneteenth celebration marked the group's first free public gathering. Since then the event has grown and is now in its tenth year.

Thank you to the members of Club Kazi for starting this annual commemoration! We appreciate all of your efforts and laying the foundation for this event to grow and bring so many people together.

Upcoming Events

All events for Juneteenth Celebration are free and open to the public:

Juneteenth History Walk-In

June 13-19, 2021

Stop by participating Black-owned businesses and learn more about the history of Juneteenth and Black history in Johnson County. Pick up a punch card at any of the participating businesses, get it stamped at a least seven of the locations and be entered into a drawing to win a $100 or $50 gift card from one of the businesses.

Participating businesses:

Venus Beauty Supply
Textures Salon
SugaPeach
Keto Kitchen
Dunn Brothers

Crepes De Luxe Café
Christina's Unity Beauty Supply
A to Z Thrift Store
Basic Goods

Tweety Juice Bar
Modina African Market
Rodney's Jamaican Jerk
Island Vybz

Community Conversations "Real Talk" Discussion

Monday, June 14, 2021, 6:00 PM, Zoom

Join us in conversation with local community members as we discuss the following topics:

The importance of commemorating Juneteenth

Schools and if they are a reflection of our community

Police Reform

How have movements like Black Lives Matter changed how we advocate for social justice

Register to attend: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYoc-iqqTkjHddyd0ValEmcYRiGTsOBWjH6

On Juneteenth by Annette Gordon-Reed, Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 15, 2021, 7:00 PM, Zoom

In honor of Juneteenth, the Johnson County Juneteenth Planning Committee invite you to participate in a book discussion featuring On Juneteenth by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Texas native Annette Gordon-Reed.

Weaving together American history, dramatic family chronicle, and searing episodes of memoir, "On Juneteenth" provides a historian view of the country's long road to Juneteenth, recounting both its origins in Texas and the enormous hardships that African-Americans have endured in the century since, from Reconstruction through Jim Crow and beyond. Read more here.

Register to attend: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEldu2srzojGtI1dCa7hW6I2Yc-PLjqg0Pp

Education And Resource Fair

Wednesday, June 16, 2021, 4:00 PM, Virtual

The Education & Resource Virtual Fair will feature opportunities to learn more about the variety of programs and resources in the community. This year's fair will feature sessions about financial literacy, wealth and the history of Juneteenth. Attend for a chance to win a swag bag containing items from participating vendors.

Register to attend: https://live.remo.co/e/juneteenth-education-and-resourc

Interested in being a vendor at the Education & Resource Virtual Fair? Click the link to register to be vendor: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-education-resource-fair-vendor-registration-registration-153678846567.

Block Party

Thursday, June 17, 2021, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Chauncey Swan Park

Join us for a night of family fun as we celebrate Juneteenth with a downtown community block party at Chauncey Swan Park on Thursday, June 17. The celebration will include food, music and a bounce house, along with a 3 on 3 basketball tournament. The event is free and open to the public. Please bring your own lawn chairs. An outside, free screening of Miss Juneteenth will follow the block party. Thank you to all of our sponsors: Johnson County Film Scene City of Iowa City City of Coralville City of North Liberty Iowa City Downtown District Think Iowa City Black Voices Project Dream City United Action for Youth and Team CAN.

Miss Juneteenth, Film Screening

Thursday, June 17, 2021, 8:40 PM

Chauncey Swan Park

Blood Drive

Saturday, June 19, 2021, 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Johnson County Administration Building Parking Lot

Meal Drive-Thru

Saturday, June 19, 2021, 11:00 AM

Riverfront Crossings Park

Drive through the Riverfront Crossings parking lot and pick up a free meal from Rodney's Jamaican Jerk & BBQ or Wich-Uh-Waffle. First come, first serve while supplies last.

Juneteenth t-shirts will be given away during the event.

Juneteenth History Walk-In

June 13-19, 2021

Stop by participating Black-owned businesses and learn more about the history of Juneteenth and Black history in Johnson County. Pick up a punch card at any of the participating businesses, get it stamped at a least seven of the locations and be entered into a drawing to win a $100 or $50 gift card from one of the businesses.

Johnson County strives to host inclusive, accessible meetings and events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request a modification or for inquires about accessibility, please contact Keshia Fields at 319.356.6000 or [email protected] .

Juneteenth event flyer in PDF format

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May 24-28; Virtual Family Night; 6th Grade End-of-the-Year

Safe, Responsible, & Kind..

Dear Grant Wood Parents & Families:

This week we continue proctoring ISASP tests with our OLP students 3rd thru 6th grade. May 25, 26, and 27 we will be proctoring OLP ISASP make ups remotely. Wildcats always strive to do our best each day!

We are now three weeks away from the end of the 2020-21 school year. We ask that you keep the following reminders in mind:

School opens for breakfast at 7:40am (Monday-Friday, when school is in session)

~For breakfast, 7:40-7:55am enter cafeteria at door 19

~Students arriving after 7:55am enter at office, door 1

Wednesdays are early release days and school dismisses at 1:55pm on Wednesdays.

Here are May & June dates to mark on your calenders:

May 25th-27th ~ ISASP Testing for OLP 3rd-6th Grade - OLP Offsite Make Up Testing

June 11th (Friday) - 6th grade "closing" celebration; last day of classes for all students (o ne hour early release)

Our 6th grade end of the year celebration will start at 12pm; more details will be sent directly to our 6th grade families.
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Principal: Ms. Maria, martin.maria@iowacityschools.org

School Facilitator: Mr. Brown, brown.ryan@iowacityschools.org

Counselor: Ms. Newman, newman.heather@iowacityschools.org

Student & Family Advocate: Mrs. Palante, palante.alyssa@iowacityschools.org

Instructional Design Strategist (IDS): Ms. Mangan, mangan.ashley@iowacityschools.org

Attendance Secretary: Ms. Steggall, steggall.kara@iowacityschools.org

Office Secretary: Ms. Peggy, tucker.peggy@iowacityschools.org

Heart of a Champion (ClassDojo)

Through Heart of a Champion on ClassDojo Olympic and Paralympic athletes share their stories of diversity, courage, perseverance, and more! You have the opportunity to meet the U.S. atheletes who will be taking you on a journey into the Olympic and Paralympic games, and the hundreds of sports, thousands of athletes and 200 countries around the world who participate.

Race day for an Olympian means stepping onto the track for your big event, and whatever happens, it's broadcast around the world! Even Olympians get butterflies before a big race! Nine-time Olympic medalist, Allyson Felix, shares how she uses courage on and off the track. https://ideas.classdojo.com/i/courage

Think of a time you used courage. How did you feel before and after? Watch Allyson Felix's video, discuss, and do the suggested activity - with worksheet provided.

What is a conundrum? A situation where there is no clear right or good solution. Yet, a difficult choice must be made...

In this conundrum, the Novaroos have wandered into the neighboring country's new forest. The question is: what should happen to the Novaroos? This video ends with a question, leading right into a discussion. Download the worksheet below to help organize your thinking!

May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

" May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Asian and Pacific Islanders who have enriched America's history and are instrumental in its future success."

May is Jewish American Heritage Month

"May is Jewish American Heritage Month; The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in paying tribute to the generations of Jewish Americans who helped form the fabric of American history, culture and society."

PBIS - Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports
PBIS invests in proactive prevention. Some of the strategies include:

Ongoing recognition of appropriate behavior-including verbal praise & documented recognitions, as well as ClassDojo points reedemable for tangible rewards

Proactive intervention-identifying the behaviors expected in all settings

Active teaching & reteaching-teachers, students, families and community members often work together to teach and model appropriate behavior

Clear, consistent responses for inappropriate student behavior

Additional support for students with more significant needs

Collecting and using data to inform decisions

More PBIS information available here.

Mrs. Alyssa Palante is proud to be a ildcat and Wood's Student Family Advocate; she has created the padlet linked here and above with an array of resources as well as her contact information. Please do not hesistate to reach out to Mrs. Palante with your questions.
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Youth Summer Bowling League

Monitoring Children's Internet Use

Did you know that parents have the ability to monitor and see your child(ren)'s internet activity on District devices, and to set additional limits beyond those established by the District?

ICCSD is entering its fourth year of using Securly, a service that filters internet access on District devices and also includes the SecurlyHome Parent Hub, which parents can use to monitor internet usage, receive usage notifications, and establish limits on what your child can access. Limits parents can set include turning school-issued devices off at parent-determined times ( such as bedtime).

You may have already received an email from Securly when your child was issued their 1:1 device. You can access Securly at https://www.securly.com/parent-login, and your login email will be the primary email address listed for your child(ren)'s contacts in PowerSchool. If you have trouble accessing Securly, please verify your primary contact email in PowerSchool or contact your child's school to do so (Grant Wood, 319-688-1180). You can also contact Securly support if you've confirmed your email in PowerSchool and are still having trouble accessing Securly.

Coding for Kids (Free options)

The Iowa City Community School District remains committed to our COVID-19 health and safety practices. The well-being of our students, staff, and families is our first priority. We are following Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidelines to ensure we can safely, effectively, and consistently provide access to learning and co-curricular and extra-curricular activities. The District's measures are meant to keep our community safe, but they are only fully effective if we are diligent and responsible in adhering to them. For further information on our COVID-19 safety protocols, please visit www.IowaCitySchools.org/HealthandSafety.

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May 24-28; Virtual Family Night; 6th Grade End-of-the-Year Dear Grant Wood Parents & Families: This week we continue proctoring ISASP tests with our OLP students 3rd thru 6th grade. May 25, 26, and 27 we will be proctoring OLP ISASP make ups remotely. Wildcats always strive to do our best each day!

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Home / Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program

The Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program may provide eligible renters with help with rent and utility bills.

IMPORTANT:

Please note: Residents of Polk County or the City of Des Moines are ineligible to apply for the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program. More information on the program that may assist Polk County and City of Des Moines residents is available here.

Housing Recovery Help Line

Have questions about the Rent and Utility Program or your application? Contact us at the Housing Recovery Help Line.

855-300-5885 or 515-348-8813

Rent Payments

Past Due Payments

Future Payments: Not available.

Utility Payments

Past Due Payments: Electricity, gas, propane or fuel oil, water, sewer and/or trash removal.

Future Payments: Not available.

Up to 12 Months Combined Assistance

Eligible renters may apply for rent assistance only, utility assistance only or both.

All past due payments are for costs incurred no earlier than March 13, 2020.

Eligible Households

Renter households with incomes of no more than 80% of Area Median Income.

One or more individuals in the household has qualified for unemployment benefits.

OR has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs or experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak.

The household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability which may include a past due utility or rent notice or eviction notice.

Ineligible Households

Renter households that have incomes above 80% of Area Median Income.

Renter households in which no household members qualify for unemployment benefits at time of application or the household has not experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs or experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak.

Households which cannot provide all required documentation.

Renter households with sublet or sublease arrangements.

Homeowner households.

STEP 1

Review required documents and FAQs

Have digital copies of: Proof of identification & income eligibility documentation (required for each adult household member), signed lease and/or utility bill, etc.

STEP 2

Apply

Submit an application

STEP 3

Notify your landlord

Landlords will need to complete a portion of the application in order for your application to get reviewed

Application Review:

Please note that the program is expected to have funds available through Dec. of 2021. Complete applications that include a household member that has been unemployed for 90 days or more at the time of application or households with an annual income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income will be prioritized and reviewed first. Applications for rental assistance must have a landlord verification received prior to being considered complete and eligible for review.

Payment Timing:

The first payments through the program are expected to be made to landlords and utility service providers beginning in late April. Landlords and utility providers are strongly encouraged to pause eviction proceedings and utility disconnections until application review is complete and payments can be made.

If you are at imminent risk of eviction and need legal assistance, Iowa Legal Aid may be able to assist you at no cost. Learn More

Information for Landlords

Landlords will play a critical role in connecting renters in need with the assistance available through the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program.

Learn More Here

Information for Utility Providers

The participation of utility providers in the program will be critical for exchanging information and providing much needed relief for Iowa renters.

Learn More Here

Frequently Asked Questions

General FAQs

1. Am I guaranteed assistance once I apply?

No, an application is not a guarantee of assistance. Complete applications are reviewed on a first come, first ready to proceed basis. Only fully completed applications that provide all required documentation in a clear, readable format will be reviewed for eligibility.

Applicants who receive a notice of incomplete application with instructions to provide missing information must successfully provide all necessary information to move their application forward. Funding will not be reserved for incomplete applications. Applicants who fail to provide all required information or are found ineligible based on the program's requirements will not receive assistance.

Landlords must also complete the required certification and agree to the terms of assistance. Failure by a landlord to complete the required certification and agree to the terms of assistance within 14 days of the tenant's application may result in a delay in assistance to eligible applicants.

2. Can all renters apply for assistance through the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program regardless of where they live in Iowa?

Moines residents is available No. Iowans residing in either Polk County or the City of Des Moines are ineligible to apply for the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program at this time . More information on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) that may assist Polk County and City of Des here.

3. Can the relief be used to pay rent owed and/or unpaid utility bills?

Yes. Funds will be used to first pay unpaid rent and utility bills. F unds cannot be applied to past due rent or utility costs that were incurred prior to March 13, 2020.

4. If I qualify, how long will I be eligible to receive relief?

The program allows for up to 12 months of financial assistance . All past-due rent and utilit y costs incurred after March 13, 2020 will be eligible. Rent and u tility assistance cannot be applied to future months for prospective costs . Funding under the program will be available through at least September 30, 2021 , unless all available funds are exhausted prior to that date .

5. How will I receive payment, if approved?

Payments will be made directly to landlords and utility providers to be applied to the tenant's rent or utility payments owed.

6. Can I apply for assistance on a second home or a vacation home?

No, the assisted rental property must be the applicant's primary residence.

7. How are the months of assistance determined in the application request and approval process?

For rent, applicants will need to select the months of past due of assistance requested

For utilities, applicants are expected to select which months their balance owed represents. Determining these months may require contacting your utility provider or reviewing previous bills. The applicant should select months based on their own documentation or best estimate. The applicant should select more months than the current month, unless the utility bill upload demonstrates that the balance owed is for the most recent billing cycle's usage and costs. Application reviewers reserve the ability to add months to the application or make inquiries to the applicant or utility for more information to confirm the month requests are correct.

Rent and utility assistance months will be combined to determine the total number and ensure no more than twelve are covered, if approved. Assistance for both rent and utilities for the same month will count as one month. If the applicant reaches their maximum of twelve months for utility arrears and rental assistance, they will not be able to apply again.

Required Documentation FAQs

Rental Assistance FAQs

1. What types of rental properties are eligible for assistance?

The following types of rental properties are available for assistance through the program if an eligible tenant household is leasing the property from a landlord , (there must be a current lease in place).

Apartment Rent

Single-family home rent

Manufactured home rent

Manufactured home lot rent

Please note: Sublet or sublease arrangements are not eligible for eviction prevention assistance under the program.

2. Why are future months of rental assistance not eligible?

Applicants may only apply for assistance for past due rent which must be documented with a past due notice. This is to ensure that resources are focused on assisting Iowans with the most imminent needs.

3. If I receive rental assistance through this program, can I still be evicted?

Before a landlord can receive a rental payment, they must certify that they will not evict the household for nonpayment for the months of assistance received through the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program.   The Certification Not to Evict will expire on the last day of the month in which the tenant receives rental assistance through the program.

4. I applied for and received assistance through the Iowa Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Program, am I still eligible to apply?

Yes, you are eligible to apply even if you applied for and received assistance through the previous Iowa Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Program or Iowa Residential Utility Disruption Prevention Program.

5. Do I have to tell my landlord that I applied for assistance?

Tenants are strongly encouraged to communicate their inability to pay any or all their rent to their landlord as soon as they know that to be the case and to notify their landlord they have submitted an Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program application. Before your application for rental assistance can be approved, your landlord must complete the required certification and agree to the terms of assistance, so it is in your interest to notify your landlord of your application submission.

6. Can a landlord apply for rental assistance on behalf of their eligible tenant(s)?

No, the tenant must apply separately.

7. Can I receive assistance under the program to pay for my security deposit and first/last month's rent so I can move into a new apartment?

No, security deposits and first/last months' rent that a landlord may require to be paid when  entering into  a new lease are not eligible for assistance under the program. The program is intended to prevent evictions under an existing lease and help Iowans experiencing a COVID-19-related income loss maintain their current rental housing.

8. I am concerned that I may be evicted before I get assistance from this program, what should I do?

9. I don't have an eviction notice yet, can I apply?

A notice of eviction is not required but may be used to demonstrate your household is at risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability. A past due rent or utility notice can also be submitted as acceptable documentation.

Utility FAQs

1. What types of utilities are eligible for assistance?

Eligible utilities include:

Electricity

Natural Gas

Propane or Fuel Oil

Water

Sewer

Trash Removal

2. How can I be prepared for the application completion?

Applicants are expected to select which months their balance owed represents and the request cannot cover more than twelve months of costs. Determining these months may require contacting your utility provider or reviewing previous bills. The applicant should select months based on their own documentation or best estimate. Applicants will also be asked about assistance received from other programs and payments made to their account for the months selected.

Applicants should ensure they have the required documentation, which includes the complete utility bill or similar documentation for propane that verifies the account and financial request.

Application FAQs

1. I am having technical difficulties with the online application. What should I do?

Call the application support team (855-300-5885 or 515-348-8813) with a description of your technical difficulty. Please refer to the Iowa Rent and Utility Assistance Program Tenant Application Guide for more information. You should ensure you are using the latest, most up to date version of internet browser and are using a reliable internet connection.

2. How can I check the status of my application?

Those with existing applications and accounts can log back into the portal to check status and to submit new applications here. Login with the email address & password used to submit application.

This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award numbers ERA0184 and ERA0440 awarded to the Iowa Finance Authority by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

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An expansive FAQ video series from KFF to dispel myths and provide facts about the COVID-19 vaccines that ran from March 2021 thru De THE CONVERSATION: Between Us, About Us featured At the time it concluded, the campaign had been viewed more than 220 million times. 32 healthcare workers of color who appeared in more than 350 explainer videos in Englis h and Spanish. cember 2022.
Launched as the COVID vaccines were first becoming available, the campaign, which was co-created with Rhea Boyd, MD, MPH, a pediatrician and public health advocate, responded to information needs in disproportionately affected communities.

Messaging focusing on Black and Latino populations was presented with the Black Coalition Against COVID and UnidosUS. A series for parents and caregivers about the COVID-19 vaccine and children was released with the American Academy of Pediatrics.

The California Health Care Foundation, California Community Foundation, California Endowment, Commonwealth Fund, Sierra Health Foundation and Walgreens provided generous funding for the development and dissemination of the campaign.

Google/YouTube, Meta (Facebook, Instagram), Twitter and Pinterest increased visibility for the videos as part of efforts to amplify trusted voices on COVID, including both direct and donated support.

Jacob Kornbluth Productions worked with KFF to produce the videos.

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An expansive FAQ video series from KFF to dispel myths and provide facts about the COVID-19 vaccines that ran from March 2021 thru December 2022.

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South District Neighborhood Association Events

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South District Neighborhood Association Events

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Being online is critical in today's world. That's why Mediacom offers the Connect-2-Compete program to make home internet more affordable for more students and families across the country.

Your home may qualify if:

Mediacom offers internet service in your community or area

You have at least one student in grades K-12 living at home

At least one child qualifies for free or reduced-price school lunch through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)

You are not a current Mediacom internet customer and have NOT subscribed to our internet service in the past 90 days

You do not have an outstanding Mediacom bill or unreturned equipment**

See if you're eligible!
Up to 25 Mbps
$9.95* a month
Plus taxes and fees; includes wireless service

No deposit

No contract

No installation fees

No equipment rental fees

Wi-Fi modem via no-cost lease

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Being online is critical in today's world. That's why Mediacom offers the Connect-2-Compete program to make home internet more affordable for more students and families across the country.

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COVID-19 Vaccines, Tuesday,  4/27 (ages 18+)!

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COVID-19 Vaccines, Tuesday,  4/27 (ages 18+)!

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Sign-up HERE

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Ms. Alyssa & Ms. Maria

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As we move through Spring please check the lost & found for any of your student's belongings. At the end of the school year any unclaimed items will be donated.

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Here is the Zoom recording for those who missed it!

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ICCSD Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact Jeremy Tabor, Director of Equity & Employee Relations, 1725 N. Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245, (319) 688-1000, tabor.jeremy@iowacityschools.org.

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It is the policy of the Iowa City Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination.

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If you have received a Verizon Ellipses hotspot from ICCSD, please be aware have been recalled by Verizon due to overheating and problems with the battery pack. This malfunction is affecting a small percentage of devices, but to be safe, we will be swapping out all of these devices as quickly as we are able.

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Click for more info/other languages. Ms. Alyssa can assist with applying for assistance if needed.

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The Iowa State Assessment of Student Academic Progress (ISASP) will take place ON-SITE April 26-April 30

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North Liberty Residents

Residents in need of transportation to a vaccine appointment may call NLTAP coordinator Angie McConville at 319-626-5722. Leave a voicemail message with your name, phone number, and address. Allow at least a four hour notice, but no more than 24 hours in advance of vaccination appointment. The call will be returned and a free ride will be authorized through Yellow Cab.

Johnson County SEATS

Door-to-door transportation available for free if approved. To determine approval, please call 319-339-6125 at least one day before your COVID-19 vaccination appointment. Please provide the scheduler with your name, phone number, home address, and location of appointment.

Urban Areas Bus Service

Many vaccine sites are located on the fixed route bus lines. Download and use the Transit App, which can be found on your smartphone in the app store, to plan a trip using Iowa City Transit, Coralville Transit, or CAMBUS. For assistance learning to use these systems or for support covering fare, contact the Mobility Coordinator at 319-356-6090.

Cambus Bionic Bus

Free and accessible door-to-door transportation provided for residents of Iowa City and Coralville for a ride to local COVID-19 vaccination sites. Residents in need of a ride should provide at lest one day's notice and call Bionic Bus dispatch at 319-335-7595 to schedule. Residents will need to provide name, phone number, home address, vaccine location, and time of appointment.

Need more information?

Call Johnson County Mobility Coordinator Kelly Schneider for more information at 319-356-6090.

PDF flyer version of COVID-19 Vaccination Transportation Options Within Johnson County

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Residents in need of transportation to a vaccine appointment may call NLTAP coordinator Angie McConville at 319-626-5722. Leave a voicemail message with your name, phone number, and address. Allow at least a four hour notice, but no more than 24 hours in advance of vaccination appointment.

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at Pepperwood Drive

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Changes in response to COVID:

* More food provided at each visit
* Expanded service hours in the Food Bank
* New grocery delivery service in partnership with area non-profits

Benefits of new site:

* Providing a larger space so that clients can stay safely distanced in the new location
* Return to "client choice," allowing clients to select their own items
* Serving as a warm, safe atmosphere during the cold, winter months while clients select their groceries
Volunteer in the food pantry
Since the start of the pandemic, we have implemented many changes
to how we provide services. In order to maintain social distancing among clients, volunteers, and staff, we began providing pre-packaged bags of food. We also launched a food delivery program in partnership with other area non-profits. Through this program, we deliver free groceries to Johnson County residents.

These adjustments have been critical to our continued operation, however, our goal was to return to full service. That's why we've opened a new location.

Providing the option for clients to select all of their items makes a big difference. Many of our clients rely on the Food Bank for weekly groceries for their families. While we do our best to provide options for folks receiving pre-packed bags, they may not meet 100% of the unique dietary needs of every individual.

We have brought back more of our volunteers, providing plenty of PPE and maintaining at least 6 feet of distance between everyone in the building.

The new site is located at 1045 Highway 6 East in Pepperwood Plaza in the South District of Iowa City.

Despite the many limitations created by the pandemic, for the second year in a row, we had a record year. We distributed 2,208,774 lbs. of food. We expect this need to continue to increase with the economic impacts of the pandemic.

We are grateful for your support and wish wellness to you and your loved ones.

Weather Policy:
CommUnity Food Pantry at Pepperwood Plaza will make every effort to be open during normal hours in all weather conditions. We may have to provide emergency, bagged food if severe weather makes it impossible for enough staff and volunteers to come in. We will close the Food Pantry and stop our services only when staff cannot safely make it to the Food Pantry. Closures will be listed on the homepage of our website, KCRG-TV and KGAN-TV. You can also call 319-351-0128 to find out our services during bad weather.

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CommUnity Food Pantry at Pepperwood - CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank

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Changes in response to COVID: * More food provided at each visit* Expanded service hours in the Food Bank* New grocery delivery service in partnership with area non-profits Benefits of new site: * Providing a larger space so that clients can stay safely distanced in the new location* Return to "client choice," allowing clients to select their own items* Serving as a warm, safe atmosphere during the cold, winter months while clients select their groceries Volunteer in the food pantry Since the start of the pandemic, we have implemented many changes to how we provide services.

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Need help finding a COVID-19 Vaccine Site?

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Need help finding a COVID-19 Vaccine Site?

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Free lunches (W/F) and dinners (T/Th) for youth. Delivery available upon request.

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Proposed Upcoming Changes
More info: https://www.icgov.org/project/iowa-city-area-transit-study

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Suicidal Adolescent Family Empowerment (SAFE) Program

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University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital

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Welcome to the Suicidal Adolescent Family Empowerment Program otherwise known as SAFE. This program is for caregivers whose children have thought about suicide and or tried to hurt themselves.

General Information

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among children and young adults ages 10 to 24 years old.

9 out of 10 people who attempt suicide and survive will not die by suicide later

Researchers have found the most common precursors to a suicide attempt are:

Familial stressors, such as divorce or parental conflict

Relationship difficulties with a love interest

School related problems (eg bullying)

Suicidal behavior is often a byproduct of an underlying issue, such as depression, traumatic stress, anxiety, or substance abuse.

What Can I Do?

Increase protective factors, such as:

Effective care for your child's mental health or substance abuse

Community supports such as faith community, self-help groups (eg AA), youth programs (eg UAY)

Healthy coping and problem solving skills

Approaching your loved one from a place of understanding and support

Talking about suicide does not cause or increase risk. It may lower the risk. It is important to ask your child each time you have a safety concern.

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Suicidal Adolescent Family Empowerment (SAFE) Program

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Welcome to the Suicidal Adolescent Family Empowerment Program otherwise known as SAFE. This program is for caregivers whose children have thought about suicide and or tried to hurt themselves. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among children and young adults ages 10 to 24 years old.

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Black Coalition Against Covid - Fight COVID-19

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Leonard's life has been a commitment to social justice concerns. He has worked in various capacities for the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, the Black Leadership Forum, the Congressional Black Caucus, and the Obama administration at USDA. Recently, he has worked for the executive office of the Mayor of Washington, DC, and currently, Leonard is the Director of the Howard University Community Association.