Planning and Zoning Meeting Information for September 22

The Cedar Falls Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 22, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. will take place at City Hall. Agendas and materials for the upcoming and previous Planning and Zoning Commission meetings are available at www.cedarfalls...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: September 20, 2021

View the latest Cedar Falls street construction updates for the week of September 20, 2021:

Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- On East 4th Street, the contractor has poured the mainline pave and will continue with the parking stall pours afte...

Cedar Falls Public Safety and Target Host Safety City

Cedar Falls Public Safety is proud to once again partner with the Target Distribution Center to host the annual Safety City event for area schools. Safety City will be held in the parking lot at the Target Distribution Center from September 14  t...

2021 Permeable Alley Closure Notice: Alley from 9th to 10th Street

Beginning September 20, 2021, the contractor will begin reconstruction of the alley from 9th Street to 10th Street between Main Street and State Street. In order for the contractor to begin, an alley closure will be required. The closure will be ...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: September 13, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- On East 4th Street, the contractor is preparing for the mainline pave to be placed on September 14. The contractor ...

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Launches Preliminary Bike Network Plan

The Cedar Falls Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee invite the community to participate in a public questionnaire regarding the current bike and trail system in Cedar Falls and plans for the future. This online questionnaire is open from September 6...

Union Road Trail Update

Beginning September 8, 2021, Lodge Construction will start paving operations on the Union Road Trail starting at W. 27^th Street and working northerly. In order for the contractor to begin paving, alternating traffic on Union Road will be required as crews...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates

View the latest Cedar Falls street construction updates for the week of September 6, 2021:

Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- On East 4th Street, the contractor is preparing for the mainline pave to be placed on either September 10 or the fol...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: August 30, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The West 4th Street alleyway on the south side of the street has been poured. On East 4th Street, the contractor is wo...

Road Closure Notice - Brandilynn Boulevard Stage 3

Beginning August 30, 2021, the contractor will begin Stage 3 reconstruction of Brandilynn Boulevard by closing the street at the eastern McDonald’s driveway. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a full road closure will be requ...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: August 23, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- West 4th Street has been re-opened to traffic. The only remaining work on that block will take place in the alleyway o...

Public Works Refuse Reminders

As a new school year starts at the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls Public Works reminds the community about the importance of proper refuse and waste disposal in the city. Help our team and stay updated with these guidelines:

Garbage Cart Use

The C...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: August 16, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The brick laying contractor has finished placing bricks on the south side of W 4th Street and will continue placing th...

Cedar Heights Drive Reconstruction - Phase II Closures

Beginning August 19, 2021, the City’s contractor, PCI, will be starting Phase II of the Cedar Heights Drive Reconstruction Project by closing the northern half of the Greenhill Road and Cedar Heights Drive intersection. East and Westbound traffi...

Public Works Acquires New Electric Mower

To reduce maintenance costs and increase efficiency, Cedar Falls Public Works recently acquired an electric mower. The Mean Green 74" EVO contains a 35KW battery and produces eight hours of run time on the battery so that crews can mow all day on a s...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: August 9, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The concrete contractor has finished the hand pours on the south side of W 4th Street and the bricklaying contractor wi...

Cedar Falls Updates Parking in Downtown Municipal Lots

During the Cedar Falls City Council meeting on August 2, 2021, City Council voted to update parking rules in the municipal lots located in the Downtown district.

The lots will no longer require paid parking. The spaces will now be free, four-hour parking f...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: August 2, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The bricklaying contractor has begun placement of the sidewalk bricks along West 4th Street. As the concrete contractor...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: July 26, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will continue working on the hand pours and sidewalk work of W 4th Street over the following few weeks. O...

Cedar Heights Drive Reconstruction - Start of Construction Notice

Beginning July 28, 2021, the City’s contractor, PCI, will be starting Phase I of the Cedar Heights Drive Reconstruction Project by constructing a temporary driveway to Chadwick Road and temporary pavement widening on Greenhill Road at Cedar Heig...

Reminder: Cedar Falls City Council Packet Publication Update

On May 3, 2021, the Cedar Falls City Council voted to change the City Council packet publication date from the Friday prior to the Council meeting to the Wednesday prior to the Council meeting. This update will provide the public with two additional days ...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: July 19, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will continue working on the hand pours and sidewalk work of West 4th Street over the following few weeks...

Partial Intersection Closure Notice: E 4th Street and State Street

Beginning July 15, 2021, the contractor will begin the removal of the existing roadway at the East 4th Street and State Street intersection to begin the underground storm sewer crossing work. In order for the contractor to begin removal, a partia...

Road Closure Notice: McClain Drive (Lilac Lane North - Maplewood Drive Intersection)

Beginning July 19, 2021, the contractor will begin Stage 2 reconstruction of McClain Drive from Lilac Lane north through the Maplewood Drive Intersection. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a full road closure will be required. The roa...

Cedar Falls City Council Packet Publication Update

On May 3, 2021, the Cedar Falls City Council voted to change the City Council packet publication date from the Friday prior to the Council meeting to the Wednesday prior to the Council meeting. This update will provide the public with two additional days ...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: July 12, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will continue working on the hand pours and sidewalk work of West 4th Street over the following few weeks...

W. 1st Street/HWY 57 Reconstruction - Construction Update

Beginning July 14, 2021, the Iowa DOT's contractor, PCI, will be starting the last phase of construction on W. 1^st Street/HWY 57 between Highland Drive and Francis Street. Construction will be focused around the northern lanes on West 1^st Street/...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: July 5, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will complete the mainline paving of West 4th Street on July 6 and will continue working on the hand pours...

Road Closure Notice - E 4th Street (Main Street to State Street)

Beginning Tuesday, July 6, 2021, the contractor will begin removal of the existing roadway on East 4th Street from Main Street to State Street in order to begin the underground utility work, including new water main and storm sewer. A fu...

Road Closure Notice - Brandilynn Boulevard Stage 2

Beginning Tuesday, July 6, 2021, the contractor will begin Stage 2 reconstruction of Brandilynn Boulevard by closing the street from the Andrea Drive intersection east 150 feet. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a full road closure wi...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: June 28, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will begin the mainline paving of W 4th Street Tuesday (June 29), followed with hand pours and sidewalk w...

Big Woods Lake StoryWalk® Grand Opening June 28

The community is invited to attend the grand opening of the Big Woods Lake StoryWalk® on Monday, June 28, at 3:00 p.m.

The Cedar Falls Public Library, the City of Cedar Falls, and the Cedar Falls Community Foundation all collaborated to bring the p...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: June 21, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will finish underground work along W 4th Street and begin preparing the roadway surface for pavement. Wor...

Downtown Sidewalk Closure- 400 Block

Beginning the week of June 21, 2021, the contractor will begin the removal and replacement of the existing concrete sidewalk with the updated brick pavers on the west side of the 400 block of Main Street. In order for the contractor to begin remo...

Cedar Falls Fireworks Reminder

As the July 4th holiday approaches, Cedar Falls Public Safety would like to remind citizens of Cedar Falls ordinance #16-24 regarding fireworks. The ordinance does allow for the use of sparklers, snakes, and other novelty fireworks. Firecrackers, bottle r...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: June 14, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will finish underground work along W 4th Street and begin preparing the roadway surface for pavement. Work...

The Falls Aquatic Center Conduct Reminder

As the community returns to The Falls Aquatic Center this summer, the City of Cedar Falls reminds users of the zero-tolerance policy against profanity, disrespectful actions toward staff, thefts, and violence at The Falls. If patrons engage in these actio...

Road Closure Notices - Asphalt Overlay Restoration

Beginning the week of June 14, 2021, the contractor will begin placing the base and surface courses of the asphalt overlays on half of the streets slated for asphalt restoration this construction season. To begin the work, a full road closure is required ...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: June 7, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor will continue setting the storm sewer structures and pipe along W 4th Street. Work along the west side of ...

Cedar Falls Public Library Reopening June 7

The Cedar Falls Public Library will be reopening its building on June 7, 2021, following new carpet installation in the facility. Browsing hours and curbside service will be available. Masks are optional for fully vaccinated individuals except when receiv...

2021 Cedar Falls Business and Industry Awards and Representative Citizen Award

The Cedar Falls Business and Industry Awards and Representative Citizen Award recognizes individuals, groups, and businesses for their continued interest and investment in the community. The awards are presented annually by the City of Cedar Falls and Ced...

Memorial Day Reminder over Gravestone Decorations

With the recent Memorial Day weekend, the City of Cedar Falls would like to issue a reminder to the public on decorating ordinances for our area cemeteries.

The City welcomes families and friends to help honor holidays by decorating gravestones; however, s...

Road Closure Notice - Washington Street (From W 6th to W 8th Street)

Beginning Friday, June 4, the contractor will begin reconstruction of Washington Street by closing the street from West 6^th Street to West 8^th Street. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a full road closure will be required. The road cl...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: May 28, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor has tied over the watermain connections and will continue setting the storm sewer structures along W 4th S...

W. 1st Street/HWY 57 Reconstruction - Construction Update

Beginning June 2, 2021, the Iowa DOT's contractor, PCI, will be continuing with construction on W. 1st Street/HWY 57 by reconstructing the southeastern corner of the Hudson Road intersection and also continuing with work on the south side of HWY ...

Cedar Falls Public Safety Announces 2021 Service Awards

Cedar Falls Public Safety has announced their 2021 service awards, recognizing team members who displayed exceptional achievement within the department over the past year. A small ceremony was held at the Public Safety Building, located at 4600 South Main...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: May 24, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor is setting the storm sewer structures and tying in the new watermain. The contractor will continue working...

Cedar Falls Mask Mandate Resolution to Expire

During the Cedar Falls City Council meeting on May 17, 2021, the City Council voted to allow the current Cedar Falls mask mandate resolution to expire on May 19, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. The mandate originally passed on September 8, 2020, and required anyone w...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: May 17, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor has completed the watermain installation work along 4th Street and is now working on setting the storm sew...

Road Closure Notice - Olive Street from W 3rd to W 4th Street

Beginning Tuesday, May 18, 2021, the contractor will begin reconstruction of Olive Street from W 3^rd Street to W 4^th Street. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a full road closure will be required. The road closure will be in effect fo...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: May 3, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The contractor has begun the installation of new brick pavers out to the curb on the 300 Block sidewalk (3rd to 4th St. ea...

West 4th Street and 300 Block Closure Notice

Beginning the week of May 3, 2021, the contractor will begin removal and replacement of the existing concrete sidewalk on the west side of the 300 Block of Main Street. In order for the contractor to begin removal, a partial sidewalk closure will be requi...

Cedar Falls Public Safety Partners with 4 Queens Dairy Cream on Bike Safety

As the weather warms up, Cedar Falls Public Safety is teaming up with 4 Queens Dairy Cream to offer a sweet incentive for families who practice safe bicycle etiquette especially when they are out enjoying the local trails.

Cedar Falls is home to over 100 m...

Falls Aquatic Center 2021 Season Information

2021 pool passes for The Falls Aquatic Center will go on sale beginning May 3 through May 7, 2021. These passes can be purchased at The Falls (3025 S. Main Street) from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Monday &ndash...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: April 26, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The brick pavers have been installed along the first 8 feet of each business along the east side of the 300 block. From...

Cedar Falls Weekly Construction Updates: April 19, 2021

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Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction Project- The brick pavers have been installed along the first 8 feet of each business along the east side of the 300 block. From...

Road Closure Notice: Brandilynn Boulevard- West Cul-De-Sac East Through Andrea Drive Intersection

Beginning April 21, 2021, the contractor will begin Stage 1 reconstruction of Brandilynn Boulevard by closing the street from its western cul-de-sac to the east past the Andrea Drive intersection. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a f...

Road Closure Notice: McClain Drive

Beginning Monday, April 12, 2021, the contractor will begin Stage 1 reconstruction of McClain Drive by closing McClain Drive from Orchard Drive to the North past the intersection of Lilac Lane. In order for the contractor to begin pavement removal, a full...

Cedar Falls Downtown Streetscape Project to Begin Phase 2

The Cedar Falls Downtown Streetscape and Reconstruction project will be starting Phase 2 of construction on April 5, 2021. 

The City of Cedar Falls partnered with Community Main Street to develop a Downtown streetscape plan in 2015. The goal was t...

Trail Safety Reminder from the City of Cedar Falls

As spring arrives, the City of Cedar Falls is reminding users to practice safe etiquette when out enjoying the local trails. 

"We are excited that people are anxious to get outside and spend time on the great Cedar Falls trails," said Am...

Waterloo University Avenue Reconstruction Project Update

The City of Waterloo and their contractor are continuing work on the reconstruction of the University Avenue Reconstruction Project Phases 1, 2, and 3 from Midway Drive to Hwy 63. Below is how this will impact Cedar Falls starting the week of March 29, 20...

Waterloo University Avenue Update

The City of Waterloo and their contractor are continuing work on the reconstruction of the University Avenue Reconstruction Project Phases 1, 2, and 3 from Midway Drive to Hwy 63. Below is how this will impact Cedar Falls starting the week of March 15, 20...

W. 1st Street/HWY 57 Reconstruction Update

Beginning, Monday, March 15^th, 2021, the Iowa DOT’s contractor, PCI, will be starting the last year of construction on W. 1^st Street/HWY 57 between Highland Drive and Francis Street. Construction will be focused around the Hudson Road intersecti...

CAPS Program Partners with City of Cedar Falls

As each school semester progresses, students enrolled within the Center for Advanced Professional Students (CAPS) program from Cedar Falls, Jesup, Denver, Don Bosco, Wapsie Valley, and Columbus Catholic take on the role of associates. Their task is to lea...

Cedar Falls Public Safety Special Report: 2021-2025

The City of Cedar Falls is proud to present the Cedar Falls Public Safety Special Report. Citizens can view the report at bit.ly/CFPS21-25.

The purpose of the special report is to examine Public Safety operations and identify strategies to reach future obj...

Cedar Falls Human Rights Commission Statement

View the statement from the Cedar Falls Human Rights Commission below: 

The Cedar Falls Human Rights Commission condemns racism and hate in any form. It is obvious that our community and youth are not immune from racism and racist incitement and t...

Cedar Falls Police Partner with Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division on I-PLEDGE

The Cedar Falls Police Division has taken a pledge to keep tobacco, alternative nicotine, and vapor products out of the hands of underage persons. Known as I-PLEDGE, the program is a partnership with the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division (ABD) to educate ...

Scheduling Building Inspections in Cedar Falls

As we work through the COVID-19 pandemic together, Cedar Falls City staff is committed to continuing to serve our community. If you need to schedule a building inspection, our Inspection Services team is here to help and currently operates as follows:

• Perm...

Iowa Governor Issues Updated Public Health Proclamation

On November 16, 2020, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds issued a new public health proclamation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. This is effective from 12:01 a.m. on November 17 until 11:59 p.m. on December 10, 2020, and includes the following:

Masks: All people ...

Cedar Falls Public Library Earns Tier 3 State Accreditation

The State Library of Iowa has announced that the Cedar Falls Public Library has met the conditions for Tier 3 state accreditation. This is the highest level achievable by a public library.

Tier 3 accredited libraries receive more state funding than Tier 2 ...

Cedar Falls Public Safety Lieutenant John Zolendek and Officer Chris Copp Named Heroes Among Us

Cedar Falls Public Safety Lieutenant John Zolendek and Public Safety Officer Chris Copp, as well as Black Hawk County Deputies Joe Schmidt and Nick Smith, were honored at the MercyOne Heroes Among Us ceremony for their courageous actions during the house ...

Cedar Falls Opens Waiting List for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program

The Section 8 Housing Program in Cedar Falls will be accepting new applications for the waitlist starting August 31, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. It will remain open for the foreseeable future.

Applications can be submitted online at www.cedarfalls.com/1063/Section-8...

Statement on George Floyd From Mayor Rob Green

To our Cedar Falls community, please see the below message from Mayor Rob Green regarding a silent vigil to be held on June 6 in recognition of George Floyd:

Neighbors,

Last week, I provided an official City statement on social media expressing my horror at...

Recreation and Fitness Center Starting Adult Lap Swimming

The Cedar Falls Recreation and Fitness Center will be opening for adult lap swim beginning June 1, 2020, through August 9, 2020. Hours for lap swimming are 5:45 AM to 7:30 AM on Monday/ Wednesday/Friday and Tuesday/Thursday/Sunday 4:30-6:30 PM all at Holm...

Cedar Falls City Facilities Hours Update

Per the May 13th state proclamation regarding COVID-19, learn how this impacts the reopening or continual closures of City facilities including City Hall, Public Library, the Hearst Center, Recreation and Fitness Center, and Visitors and Tourism Center:

Ci...