The Iowa City Hawkeye Court Apartments managed by The University of Iowa are scheduled for a major rebuilding. The rendition of the new housing complex shown above is from Balfour Beatty. Below is a photo showing the demolition of the original apartments. “Hawkeye Court’s remaining residents will have the opportunity to lease apartments in the… Continue reading Iowa City Hawkeye Court Apartments at the University of Iowa Scheduled for Renovation and Rebuilding
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Johnson County Iowa – Incarceration and Racial Disparity – Causes and Solutions
The justice system in Johnson County seems to be disproportionately arresting and incarcerating people simply on the basis of race. (Source: “Time to correct underlying causes of jail overcrowding,” Press Citizen, 31 March 2013) Once incarcerated, people of color are held longer than others. These statements are based on twelve years of research using large… Continue reading Johnson County Iowa – Incarceration and Racial Disparity – Causes and Solutions
Architectural Bigotry and Intolerance of Urban Development Diversity
Architectural Bigotry and Intolerance is a phenomenon where people reject any architectural design that they don’t personally like or that doesn’t fit into the sectarian insular homogeneous cookie cutter template of what they believe to be acceptable. Increasingly it’s become possible for small but vocal and disruptive special interest groups to portray themselves as the… Continue reading Architectural Bigotry and Intolerance of Urban Development Diversity
The Chauncey Development Construction Shadow Controversy in Iowa City Prompts Awareness and Conversation About Shade and Sun Protection
A recent Moen Group development project in Iowa City called The Chauncey (pictured above) has sparked some controversy because of the perception that it will block out the entire skyline and cast a shadow over the city. (See “The Sky Will Be Gone,” Press Citizen, 26 March 2013) Anti-Shade Activists. The Iowa Coalition Against the… Continue reading The Chauncey Development Construction Shadow Controversy in Iowa City Prompts Awareness and Conversation About Shade and Sun Protection
Science Fiction Theatre Event in Iowa City – December 7 and 8, 2012
Calling All Theatre Enthusiasts Combined Efforts Theatre will be presenting ISO-ORBITING from GALAXY TENAJ.55 (think “Star Trek, Next Generation/Dr.Who”). Learn more by visiting FromDC2Iowa. When: December 7 and 8, 2012 at 7:00 PM Where: In the Little Theater at City High in Iowa City Map. Below is a map showing where City High is located. View Larger… Continue reading Science Fiction Theatre Event in Iowa City – December 7 and 8, 2012
Race, Crime, Justice and Opportunities: A Justice Center for Johnson County
Johnson County Iowa is planning to build a Justice Center that will replace an undersized courthouse that is over 100 years old and a similarly undersized jail that is about 30 years old. Incarceration Demographics. Those in opposition of the Justice Center focus their efforts primarily on criticizing the expanded jail component of the new… Continue reading Race, Crime, Justice and Opportunities: A Justice Center for Johnson County
Johnson County Iowa Incarceration Rates Lower than Libya… and 62 Other Countries
Although the United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world, Johnson County Iowa, with an average of 160 to 200 inmates, has a lower incarceration rate (per 100,000) than many countries – at times dropping as low as Venezuela and China. To reach even lower levels, such as those of Portugal, we will… Continue reading Johnson County Iowa Incarceration Rates Lower than Libya… and 62 Other Countries
Johnson County Justice Center Has Grass Roots Community Support
Johnson County Iowa Among Lowest Incarceration Rates in the Nation – New Justice Center Will Further Reduce Incarceration Rate
Summary. The new Johnson County Justice Center will help Johnson County continue to have one of the lowest incarceration rates in the nation by offering expanded education and services on-site with effective diversion initiatives. However, you must vote yes on November 6 for the new Justice Center to be approved. Click here to learn more… Continue reading Johnson County Iowa Among Lowest Incarceration Rates in the Nation – New Justice Center Will Further Reduce Incarceration Rate
Initiative to Preserve the Historic Johnson County Courthouse – Johnson County Justice Center
The Johnson County Justice Center is a proposed initiative aimed at helping preserve the historic Johnson County Courthouse by creating an expanded courthouse facility that will decrease the overuse of the historic courthouse. The Johnson County Courthouse was designed and constructed in 1900 when the population of Johnson County was about 24,000 people (source). Today,… Continue reading Initiative to Preserve the Historic Johnson County Courthouse – Johnson County Justice Center
Exploring Co-Housing Developments in Iowa City
by Andy Douglas Years ago I lived in a housing cooperative in Austin, Texas, a bright yellow rambling Victorian house. The students, musicians and working people living there understood that community was both a human need and a joy. The diversity of the group made for interesting conversations. On the other hand, it wasn’t for… Continue reading Exploring Co-Housing Developments in Iowa City
Iowa City is a Zipcar.com Location
In August of 2012, Iowa City became a Zipcar.com location. For about $25 per year, you can be a member of the Zipcar.com community, giving you instant access to cars in many major metropolitan areas. [Join Now] Zipcar Cost. Zipcar rentals are by the hour or by the day (about $9/hour or $66/day). The cost may vary depending… Continue reading Iowa City is a Zipcar.com Location