Episodes
We don’t often think about what happens to our refuse after it’s picked up at the curb. The City’s Resource Management Division offers a wide variety of services and programs that are designed to reduce waste and maximize efficiency while providing a high level of service. Learn how you can help reach our community goals while utilizing these services.This episode is hosted by Media Production Specialist Jack Brooks. Panel members include Assistant Superintendent of Refuse Patricia Fossum,...
Published 03/20/20
Published 03/20/20
Winter can be long and grueling, but safety doesn’t take the season off. This episode is a dedicated winter guide for living in Iowa City. We will discuss everything from clearing the streets to the sidewalks, including what role you play in keeping our community safe and accessible during the colder months.This episode is hosted by Media Production Specialist Jack Brooks. Panel Members include Streets Superintendent Brock Holub, Senior Housing Inspector Stan Laverman, and Assistant City...
Published 01/31/20
Winter can be long and grueling, but safety doesn’t take the season off. This episode is a dedicated winter guide for living in Iowa City. We will discuss everything from clearing the streets to the sidewalks, including what role you play in keeping our community safe and accessible during the colder months.This episode is hosted by Media Production Specialist Jack Brooks. Panel Members include Streets Superintendent Brock Holub, Senior Housing Inspector Stan Laverman, and Assistant City...
Published 01/30/20
From energy efficiency improvements to making a home more accessible, the City can help cover the cost of home repairs for many of our residents. Listen to learn how the City offers a variety of different programs to assist with owner-occupied housing rehabilitation. Learn how you can apply for zero-interest loans and/or grants to aid in making repairs to your home. This episode is hosted by Assistant to the City Manager Simon Andrew. Our guests include Neighborhood and Development Services...
Published 11/12/19
From energy efficiency improvements to making a home more accessible, the City can help cover the cost of home repairs for many of our residents. Listen to learn how the City offers a variety of different programs to assist with owner-occupied housing rehabilitation. Learn how you can apply for zero-interest loans and/or grants to aid in making repairs to your home. This episode is hosted by Assistant to the City Manager Simon Andrew. Our guests include Neighborhood and Development Services...
Published 11/12/19
From infrastructure and buildings to programming and activities, when accessibility and inclusivity are considered in all aspects of our community everyone benefits. Listen to this episode to get an in-depth look at the role these play in both the public and private sector. This topic is being discussed as we recognize the anniversary of the landmark American with Disabilities Act, which was signed into law on July 26, 1990.This episode is hosted by Assistant to the City Manager Simon Andrew....
Published 07/26/19
The benefits of bicycling range from improved health to reducing carbon emissions. Whatever your reason for cycling, Iowa City is a great place to get around on two wheels. Hear from area experts about how our community is working to make bicycling more comfortable, convenient, and safe for people of all ages and abilities.This episode is hosted by Assistant Transportation Planner Sarah Walz. Our panelists include biking advocate Anne Duggan, City Engineer Jason Havel, Transportation Planner...
Published 06/26/19
The benefits of bicycling range from improved health to reducing carbon emissions. Whatever your reason for cycling, Iowa City is a great place to get around on two wheels. Hear from area experts about how our community is working to make bicycling more comfortable, convenient, and safe for people of all ages and abilities.This episode is hosted by Assistant Transportation Planner Sarah Walz. Our panelists include biking advocate Anne Duggan, City Engineer Jason Havel, Transportation Planner...
Published 06/26/19
Public Transit is an essential service we provide in our community. Offering a safe, accessible, and affordable way to navigate across the corridor is our top priority. Listen to learn about the different services provided, the environmental and economic advantages, and future plans to further improve this vital service.This episode is hosted by Senior Transportation Planner Emily Bothell. Our panelists include UI Cambus Manager Brian McClatchey, Iowa City Director of Transportation Services...
Published 05/03/19
Public Transit is an essential service we provide in our community. Offering a safe, accessible, and affordable way to navigate across the corridor is our top priority. Listen to learn about the different services provided, the environmental and economic advantages, and future plans to further improve this vital service.This episode is hosted by Senior Transportation Planner Emily Bothell. Our panelists include UI Cambus Manager Brian McClatchey, Iowa City Director of Transportation Services...
Published 05/03/19
Iowa City is an eclectic and engaged community, full of curious and creative people. Iowa City Matters offers an in-depth platform to inform listeners about civic and community topics that impact their lives. Listen, learn, and engage.
Published 02/22/19
Simply put, crisis intervention refers to the methods used to recognize, intervene, and provide appropriate care to an individual suffering from mental distress. Listen to learn how local law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and social service organizations are using these methods to better identify suitable care, rather than placing them in the criminal justice system. This episode is hosted by Iowa City Police Chief Jody Matherly. Our panelists include Executive Director of the...
Published 02/22/19
Iowa City is an eclectic and engaged community, full of curious and creative people. Iowa City Matters offers an in-depth platform to inform listeners about civic and community topics that impact their lives. Listen, learn, and engage.
Published 01/14/19
As one of Iowa's oldest communities, historic preservation is an extremely important topic to Iowa City residents. This discussion sheds light on how historic preservation helps shape our community -- from what makes a structure historic to the incentives and responsibilities that accompany a designation.
Published 01/14/19
Iowa City is an eclectic and engaged community, full of curious and creative people. Iowa City Matters offers an in-depth platform to inform listeners about civic and community topics that impact their lives. Listen, learn, and engage.
Published 01/07/19