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2-3 4-5 6 7 8-9 10 11 12 -13 14 15 4thFEST Big Slide City Council Neighbors / Projects Water Performing Library Farmers’ Community Polling & Sewer Arts Market 2 CORALVILLE CONNECTION 4TH FEST thCoralville Fireworks Sparkle! FEST Friday, July 4 | Dark AN After the Iowa City Community Band’s 8:30 pm performance, fireworks light up the DAY TRADITION night in S.T. Morrison Park! S Set the Pace June 28, July 3-6 4thFEST 5K C Run/Walk S.T. Morrison Park | 1500 block between 7th and 8th Streets Coralville | www.coralville.org/4thFEST H Thursday, July 3 3:00 pm-dark Food vendors 4:00 pm-11:00 pm Carnival by Superior Carnival Saturday, June 28 | 8:00 am 5:00-7:00 pm Farmers’ Market (corner of 8th St. and 14th Ave.) $15 early registration (by June 20) E 6:30 pm Free concert: The Recliners $20 regular/same day registration 8:00 pm Free concert: Awards to overall male and female Friday, July 4 winners, and to top three in each 7:00-10:00 am Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast age group (19 and under, 20-29, D (at Northwest Junior High) 30-39, 40-49, 50+) 10:00 am Parade 10:00 am-11:00 pm Carnival by Superior Carnival 11:00 am-3:00 pm 1876 Schoolhouse open (310 5th St.) U Noon-dark Food vendors 2:00-8:00 pm American Legion Bingo Firecracker (at S.T. Morrison Hilltop Shelter) 3:00-8:30 pm Games and demonstrations L 8:30 pm Free concert: Iowa City Community Band kids mini Dark Fireworks marathon Saturday, July 5 E Noon-11:00 pm Carnival by Superior Carnival Sunday, July 6 1:00 pm-11:00 pm Carnival by Superior Carnival Saturday, June 28 | 8:45 am Times and events are subject to change For little striders up to age 8. Free. Hills Bank MidWestOne ™ and Trust Company PRESENTED BY Bank www.coralville.org/4thFEST5K Member FDIC Blast Off with JEFFERSON STARSHIP FREE CONCERT Thursday, July 3 l 8:00 pm l S.T. Morrison Park march on

Friday, July 4 | 10:00 am Now in its 32nd year, the annual 4thFEST parade features over 120 entries ranging from bands and floats to walkers, clowns, and horses.

Thousands will gather with blankets and lawn chairs in S.T. Morrison Park on the evening of July 3rd to take in Jefferson Starship’s psyche- delic and electric folk music against the July backdrop of a Midwest firefly light show. The band Jefferson Starship descended from Jefferson PLAY Airplane, who performed at Monterey and , at Altamont with the Rolling Stones, and shared the bill countless times with and Janis Joplin. Their music helped define a generation focused on civil rights, environmental awareness, and anti-war activism. Their landmark Dragonfly and catapulted them to the top of the charts twice in 1975. Advance tickets sold at City Hall, Library, and Jefferson Starship was created by , Rock Recreation Center through July 2 at 5 pm and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and founder; and , former Jefferson Airplane $15 for 20 tickets (advance) member and co-founder of the legendary Quicksilver $20 for 20 tickets (at the gate) Messenger Service. Jefferson Starship celebrates their 40th anniversary in 2014. Jefferson Starship is fronted by acclaimed singer Cathy Richardson, star of Love, Janis. Long time drummer , keyboard/bassist Chris Smith, and guitarist Jude Gold of JGB, formerly the Jerry Garcia Band, round out the lineup. The band continues to perform their repertoire of hits spanning all eras of their existence, including “Jane,” “Somebody To Love,” “Miracles,” “White Rabbit,” “Volunteers,” “Count On Me,” “,” “,” “Today,” “Lather,” “,” and many more. www.coralville.org 319.248.1700 4 CORALVILLE CONNECTION 4THEFEST

“Reggie Eckhoff’s application for a permit to build a ‘Big Slide’ amusement device on his property on Highway 6 was tabled. However, [Coralville] council members Tuesday indicated they would have no objection to the project providing Eckhoff submitted a plot locating the $55,000 slide with a proper setback from the highway, along with approved access from the Iowa Highway Commission.” –IOWA CITY PRESS CITIZEN (12 September 1968, p. 2) do you

THE 40-FOOT HIGH STRUCTURE featured REMEMBER THE 12 lanes divided by a wide 52-step lighted stairwell. For $0.15 per ride or $0.25 Big Slide into summer with free inflatable for two, riders sat on carpet Slide slide rides, weather permitting. pieces to make the trip down Sunday, May 18 3:00-5:00 pm S.T. Morrison Park Makes Sunday, June 8 6:00-8:00 pm Brown Deer Golf Club the slide, reaching speeds of Special up to 25 miles per hour. When Thursday, June 12 6:00-8:00 pm S.T. Morrison Park Summer Tuesday, June 17 6:00-8:00 pm North Ridge Park night set in, the dew would Appearances Thursday, June 26 6:00-8:00 pm S.T. Morrison Park slow the riders’ descent, despite the carpets. 4THFEST CORALVILLE CONNECTION 5

Longtime area residents may recall the Big Slide, a large amusement park-style ride, as a local landmark for a brief period of time. Built at what is now the northeast corner of Highway 6 and 12th Avenue (in the days before 12th Avenue extended from 5th Street to Highway 6), the Big Slide opened in December of 1968. Coralville resident Reggie Eckhoff and his wife, Jean, built and operated the massive slide. Records indicate the slide stopped operating in the early 1970s. By the mid 1970s, the Eckhoffs used pieces of the dismantled slide to build a barn on their farm in North Liberty. Slide into While some of today’s Coralville residents may not have heard Coralville of the Big Slide, it was a unique footnote in Coralville’s history. Commemorative At the time of the ride’s existence, Highway 6–a major thorough- Buttons fare–was dotted with service stations, stores, motels, and restau- Five hundred individually- rants. Because of the slide’s location, anyone driving through numbered pins are on sale for $3 each, while supplies last! Coralville knew of it and therefore knew of Coralville, even if they never experienced the slide firsthand. What’s more, during SOLD AT • Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th St. that era slides drew children and families together at neighbor- • Coralville Recreation Center, hood playgrounds, and the Big Slide typified a nostalgic sense 1506 8th St. of community on a larger scale. Because of the slide’s location, Proceeds from the buttons support Coralville festivals, symbolism, and historic context, Coralville 4thFEST 2014 pays including 4thFEST, FRYfest, tribute to the Big Slide to honor our community’s past. BrrrFest, and Aisle of Lights. DOUBLE THE FUN Buy a 2014 Big Slide button and a 2013 Coralville Schoolhouse button for $5, while supplies last. WEAR A BUTTON, GET A DISCOUNT! Participating Coralville businesses will offer discounts from June 2 to August 31, 2014, to customers showing a 2014 Coralville Big Slide button. Learn more at big www.coralville.org/buttons. slide

www.coralville.org 319.248.1700 6 CORALVILLE CONNECTION CITY COUNCIL Tom Gill, City Council Member Life-long Coralville resident; dentist at Coralville Dental Offices of Drs. Gill and Gill.

Coralville is a major draw for visitors and residents because it is all here. Coralville is a family community, Mitch Gross, City but also a community that has opportunities for seniors. This Council Member / is a great spot to set down Mayor Pro Tem roots at any stage of life. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER TOM GILL Coralville resident since 2003; teacher and coach at West High School. Tom   Gill’s enthusiasm for as the Library, cultural events, Coralville is best summed parks, and public transporta- up with his trademark “Can’t tion; opportunities for volun- hide that Coralville pride!” teering and community      Leaving Coralville only during involvement; and proximity to Now in his second term topics ranging from transit his service in the Navy, Tom the University and healthcare on the City Council and and housing to employment is a City High graduate and attract residents of all ages. appointed Mayor Pro Tem and recreation. At the most received his D.D.S. from the in 2014, Mitch Gross regu- recent Council Goal Setting Over the years, Tom has University of Iowa. Now in larly meets with residents at session, the Council agreed been on numerous boards his sixth term on the City his “Coffee with the Council- to develop a task force to and currently serves on the Council, Tom also served two man” sessions as a way to investigate and address the Board of Directors for the partial terms. encourage open government needs and issues of Coral- Iowa City / Coralville Area and communication. The ville’s senior population. Tom feels it is important to Convention and Visitors feedback he gains from citi- preserve areas of historic sig- Bureau and is active with the Improving the City’s bond zens, as well as the lessons rating is also important nificance, while still fostering Johnson County Historical he teaches in the classroom growth. He points to Coral - Society. He is the Chair of to Mitch. In 2013, the as a high school American City engaged Springsted, ville’s Old Town District as an the Metropolitan Planning government and history example, with plans for new Organization of Johnson Incorporated, a public sec- teacher, are reflected in his tor advisory firm, regarding mixed-use buildings and up- County, with an interest in passion for the community dated streetscapes next to the area transit services and the policy recommendations and his commitment to community feel of walkable future Coralville Intermodal for the City’s fiscal practices civic involvement. public spaces, trail connec- Facility as well as Coralville’s and credit rating agency tions, transit access, and the connectivity with neighboring A focus for Mitch is main- strategies. Mitch shares, historic Coralville School- communities. taining and enhancing the “Coralville is already follow- house and Old Town Hall. ing many of the practices “Infrastructure, growth, and positive things that Coralville has to offer while making that Springsted suggested, While many aspects of Coral- economic development con- and I am excited to discuss ville make it a community for tinue to be important as we significant progress on community issues. As Mitch ways to incorporate their young professionals and fami- look to our future, and it is other recommendations.” lies, Tom is also committed to important to work closely with looks to the City’s future, maintaining an ideal place for Iowa City and North Liberty providing more housing Remarks Mitch, “I learned empty nesters, older families, to create the best urban opportunities at various from being a member of the and seniors. Amenities such environment we can.” price points and improving City Council how dedicated Coralville’s Recreation and awesome our City Center are two of his long employees are. The citizens Council Connection term goals. When Mitch ran of Coralville are very lucky City Council • Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th St. for re-election in 2011, he to have the high quality of Meetings • 6:30 pm, second and fourth Tuesday of the month heard from several senior people we have working (unless otherwise noted) residents concerned about for our community.” • Work sessions, open to the public, follow most meetings • Check www.coralville.org for changes It is amazing when one thinks about all the things Watch • Live: Mediacom channel 5/118-8 digital Coralville has to offer, especially given our size. There are • Live and on demand: www.coralville.org/coralvision so many reasons why I love living in Coralville and serving • Rebroadcast: Wednesdays: 7:00 pm, Sundays: 1:00 pm its residents as a council member. Be Informed • Agenda packets, meeting minutes, and work session For example, as a dad to three young daughters and as notes at www.coralville.org a teacher, I cannot tell you how proud I am of the • Automatically receive City Council agendas and Coralville Public Library. It is a jewel in our city. minutes! Sign up at www.coralville.org/signup CITY COUNCIL MEMBER AND MAYOR PRO TEM MITCH GROSS NEIGHBORS / POLLING PLACES CORALVILLE CONNECTION 7

Tuesday, August 5 is a great night to get to know your neighbors! NEIGHBOR! National Night Out is a way for neighbors to connect and communicate a message of unity between neighbors and police. Stronger neighborhood ties can build community partnerships and create watchful eyes in neighborhoods, which help to promote crime prevention.

On Tuesday evening, August 5, Coralville neighborhoods are invited to take part in the 31st Annual National Night Out. Millions of people and thousands of communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities, and military bases are expected to participate worldwide. The Coralville Police Department invites neighborhoods to organize and register block parties. The block parties give neighbors a chance to meet and are a simple way to build community with those who live nearby. Block parties can be simple potlucks or backyard barbeques, or they can be more involved, with music or children’s events in a way that best suits each neighborhood. Representatives from the Coralville Police Department, Fire Department, and City Council will attempt to visit each registered party. Block Party Registration Neighborhoods can register their block parties and get planning tips at www.coralville.org/NationalNightOut. Registrations should be submitted by August 1. For more information, contact the Coralville Police Department at 319.248.1800 or visit www.coralville.org/NationalNightOut.

June 3, 2014 Satellite voting at the Coralville Public Library, 1401 5th St. Saturday, May 31 10:00 am-4:30 pm PRIMARY Sunday, June 1 Noon-4:00 pm ELECTION On Election Day, Tuesday, June 3, voters may cast their ballot at their registered precinct or at the Johnson County Auditor’s office. For more information, visit www.jcauditor.com or call 319.356.6004.

Coralville Precinct 4 Polling Place Old Polling Place: Coralville Recreation Center New polling place: Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th St. CHANGE{All Other Coralville Precincts No change The Johnson County Auditor's Office has changed the location for voting in Coralville Precinct 4, beginning with the June 3 primary election. Voters in Precinct 4–the only Coralville polling place to change–were sent new voter cards in early April.

www.coralville.org 319.248.1700 8 CORALVILLE CONNECTION PROJECTS GOing Pl ces

Flood Mitigation CRANDIC Flood Protection Project Nears the End The CRANDIC Flood Protection Project, which provides flood protection improvements Projects along the Iowa River from west of Rocky Shore Drive to the north end of the Iowa River Power Company Restaurant parking lot, is nearing completion. This project raised the CRANDIC Railroad embankment, raised and lengthened the CRANDIC Railroad Bridge over Clear Creek, constructed earthen berms and concrete flood walls along the west bank of the Iowa River, and constructed removable flood walls along the Iowa River Power Company Restaurant property. During spring and summer 2014, reinstallation of the railroad tracks, final grading, and seeding will take place. The area will be seeded in native wildflowers and grasses, and will provide a habitat for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife that live along the Iowa River corridor. Clear Creek South Flood Wall Projects Phase 1 of the Clear Creek South Flood Wall Project, which added permanent and removable flood walls and an earthen embankment along the south side of Clear Creek between 1st Avenue and the CRANDIC Railroad, was completed in spring 2014.

Phase 2 of the project will construct a combination of permanent and removable flood walls along the south side of Clear Creek from Highway 6 to 1st Avenue. This project will be designed in 2015 for construction in 2016. SUMMER 2014 PROJECTS CORALVILLE CONNECTION 9

STREETS Spring 2014 marked the beginning of Projects construction on the half-mile stretch of Coral Ridge Avenue (formerly Highway 965) from north of the Holiday Road/Heartland Drive intersection to immediately north of the Oakdale Boulevard intersection. When the project is complete in 2015, the roadway will be widened to a four lane urban cross section with a raised median, with additional turn lanes at Oakdale Boulevard, and new roadway lighting. Pedestrians and cyclists will gain a ten foot wide trail along the west side of Coral Ridge Avenue, along with a trail underpass just north of Holiday Road. Streetscape improvements, storm sewer improvements, and green stormwater management practices are included in this project. Two-way traffic will be maintained during construction. Commerce Drive/Commercial Park Roundabout Coralville will welcome its eighth roundabout when construction of the Commerce Drive/Commercial Park roundabout is complete this summer. The roundabout is part of several improvements on Heartland Drive and Commerce Drive to accommodate traffic volumes when the area is fully developed. According to the Iowa Department of Transportation, roundabout benefits include improved traffic flow, fewer and less severe crashes, fewer vehicle delays, less vehicle pollution due to reduced idling time, and lower maintenance costs when compared to intersections with traffic signals. University Parkway Extension RISE Project Grading is complete on the joint project between the City and the University of Iowa to extend University Parkway from the University Parkway/Court roundabout south to Oakdale Boulevard. Paving and utilities are scheduled to wrap up in fall 2014. All work is within the University of Iowa Research Park and will provide access to the Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of Iowa, one of six regional STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) hubs established through the Governor’s STEM Council.

Coralville’s well-traveled 5th Street has strong roots in our community’s history. Its name has changed over the years; 5th Street was once called River to River Road, Marengo Road, Red Ball Route, White Way, U.S. Highway 6, and Patterson Street. 5th Street is the home to Coralville’s 1876 schoolhouse and the site of the Old Town Hall relocation. In 2014 and 2015, residents will continue to see private mixed use development and public space in Old Town take shape along 5th Street, and plans are underway for the mixed use 808 on 5th development. Future issues of the Connection will include information about the ways that 5th Street is being reimagined to foster growth while connecting with Coralville’s history. In 2015, 5th Street will be reconstructed from 6th Avenue to 10th Avenue with new paving. Overhead private utilities will be moved underground, new underground utilities will be installed, and on-street parking associated with the 808 on 5th development will be added. The project will also bring new sidewalks and streetscape improvements such as lighting and landscaping. Also in 2015, 5th Street will be raised as it crosses Biscuit Creek to provide flood protection in the area.

www.coralville.org 319.248.1700 10 CORALVILLE CONNECTION STORMWATER, WATER & SEWER

ON EARTH DAY 2014, the Coralville City Council passed the final reading of a new post construction stormwater ordinance that addresses how stormwater is managed in new development and re-development in our community. ManagingStormwater in New Developments & Re-Developments The ordinance applies to developments over one acre or with more than 5,000 square feet of impervious surface. The goal of the ordinance is to protect the water quality of our streams, rivers, and lakes through the use of infiltration-based water quality practices such as bio-retention cells, bioswales, soil quality restoration, porous paving, and other sustainable stormwater practices. Incorporating these infiltration-based stormwater practices along with protecting our existing prairies, wetlands, and stream corridors is part of a process called “Better Site Design.” Using Better Site Design principles during the planning and development phases of construction are an impor- tant part of this new ordinance. Through the use of a regional detention basin system, this ordinance also protects against the damaging effects of localized flooding. Coralville’s post construction stormwater ordinance is similar to those of North Liberty and Johnson County, which helps to maintain consistency of sustainable design in the area. The ordinance, mandated by the EPA as part of the Clean Water Act, was developed with input from an advisory committee including representatives from the Iowa Department of Ag and Land Stewardship, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, WATER REPORT Johnson County Natural Resources Conservation Service, University of Iowa, the area AVAILABLE home builders association, local engineering consultants, local businesses, citizens, ONLINE Council members, and City staff. Coralville’s annual Consumer For more information, visit www.coralville.org/stormwater or contact Amy Foster, Confidence Report from the Stormwater Coordinator, at 319.248.1720 or [email protected]. City of Coralville Water Department is now available at www.coralville.org/WaterReport. Copies are available by request at Sewer Rate Change Begins July 1 [email protected] A sewer rate increase, which goes into effect July 1, 2014, or 319.248.1770. will allow the City to begin to build resources to finance a significant planned sewer treatment plan project. The improvements, which will begin in Fiscal Year 2019, will be designed to accommodate Coralville’s growth for the coming 20 years. Monthly Sewer Rate New Rate (through June 30, 2014) (effective July 1, 2014) First 200 cubic feet $7.50 $8.00 Each additional 100 cubic feet $2.52 $2.67 The sewer rate change was approved by the City Council following a review and public hearing of the budget for the fiscal year that begins on July 1.

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PHOTO CREDIT JACKIE JENSEN OF ICPIXX CREDIT JACKIE PHOTO MAY & JUNE JULY10-13 UPCOMING

EVENTSCORALVILLE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 1301 5th St. Coralville, IA 319.248.9370 MAY 29-June 1 Nolte Academy Recitals JUNE 13 Rising Stars Cabaret 20-22 The Mystery of Edwin Drood SUBSCRIBE FOR THE 2014-2015 Presented by City Circle Acting Company 25 The World Famous CITY CIRCLE SEASON! Glenn Miller Orchestra Show Dates The Mystery of Edwin Drood June 20-22, 2014 29 The Corridor Sings Broadway Hair August 1-3, 2014 JULY Around the World in 80 Days October 10-19, 2014 10-13 Gilbert and Sullivan’s Patience A Year with Frog and Toad December 12-21, 2014 Presented by University of Iowa Summer Opera An Evening of Farces: Peter Shaffer’s Black Comedy and Tom Stoppard’s The Real Inspector Hound February 13-15, 2015 16 New Horizons Band Into the Woods April 24-May 3, 2015 25-27 The Wizard of Oz Save 10% to 25% off Individual Ticket Prices Presented by Young Footliters 2014-2015 3 Shows 4 Shows 5 Shows 6 Shows AUGUST Subscriptions Save 10% Save 15% Save 20% Save 25% 1-3 Hair Premium (center, C-F) $73.50 $93.00 $110.00 $124.50 Presented by City Circle Acting Company Adults $60.00 $76.00 $90.00 $102.00 Seniors (55+) & Students $46.50 $59.00 $70.00 $79.50 9 Nolte Academy Summer Gala Child (10 & under) $33.00 $42.00 $50.00 $57.00 15-17 Nolte Academy Summer Musical

www.facebook.com/coralvillearts FOR MOST EVENTS TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT @CoralvilleIAArt • 319.248.9370 • www.coralvillearts.org • Coralville Recreation Center, 1506 8th St. • Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Box Office. 1301 5th Street Wednesday-Friday: 11 am-1 pm and 4-6 pm; Saturday: Noon-4 pm One hour prior to ticketed events 12 CORALVILLE CONNECTION LIBRARY LIBRARY CATALOG & WEBSITE Visits to the Coralville Public Library website and catalog reveal a whole new look: the library catalog and circulation system upgraded to a new, powerful system with features to make browsing easier! To see what is new, visit coralvillepubliclibrary.org. With the new catalog, Library patrons can: • change from a barcode and PIN to a much easier to remember (and type) username and password • maintain a reading history of books and other items checked out • receive due date slips by email or text • receive hold and overdue notifications by text New • search the catalog easily on a mobile device • save a search on their favorite topics and get notified when the Library receives new items Features • text call numbers from the catalog to a mobile phone • register a new card online, place holds on books, and pick up a new card at the Library New Look Adult Discussion Stage on It’s a Mystery The Library’s lively mystery book discussion celebrates the Page its 20th year! Each meeting brings the written Second Wednesday of the month | 10:00 am | Coffee and treats from Caffé Crema word to life through reading and June 11 July 9 August 13 discussion of drama’s place in Lush Life The Ford Murder by the Slice literature and culture! by Richard Price by Aric Davis by Rob Cline Last Thursday of the month | 10:00 am A bartender is shot, It’s 1987 and there’s a Paul Chambers used and the NYPD can’t killer in the woods of a to be a philosopher, June 26 decide if they believe sleepy Michigan town. but pizza delivery Avenue Q the down-on-his-luck Three boys spot him makes ends meet. It’s A musical by Marx, Lopez, and Whitty writer who was with from their tree house, a peaceful, if Spartan, This winner of three Tony Awards shows him at the time. Follow but the police don’t existence until the day humans and puppets interacting in this the cops and the sus- believe their story. he finds a dead body. tale of living, loving, and growing up in pected killers as the What will they do to Enjoy this hilarious New York City. “Think Sesame Street with plot unwinds amidst get people to pay take on delivery and adult themes, humor, and song.” the grit and hipsters attention to the truth? death by local writer -- playbill.com. of the Lower East Side. Rob Cline, who will join the discussion. Caffe Crema Open at the Library HOURS: Monday-Saturday 8:00 am-10:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am-9:00 pm

SUMMER 2014 @CoralPubLibrary www.facebook.com/coralvillepubliclibrary LIBRARY CORALVILLE CONNECTION 13 SUMMER READING PROGRAM Kickoff on Wednesday, May 28 | 5:00-6:30 pm Summer reading programs are available for all ages at the Coralville Public Library! To participate: • Register at the Summer Reading Kickoff on Wednesday, May 28 • Sign up at the Library or at www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org beginning May 29

Adult Summer Reading Program Children under Age 3 & Caregivers | Wee Read Prizes | Movie | Patron Picks Thursdays at 10:15 or 11:15 am (The program is repeated) Parents, grandparents, and caregivers share rhymes, songs, The Adult Summer Reading Program is back with a bang fingerplays, and books with their little ones. Approximately and a fizz! Read six books of your choice by August 1 to be 30 minutes. entered to win a prize drawing, including a tablet (grand prize), book store gift certificates, and Caffé Crema gift Pre-Kindergarten/Kindergarten certificates. Tuesdays at 10:30 am This year includes the ever-popular “patron picks” on dis- Stories, songs, and activities which often include a craft. play all summer long, and a fun summer movie for adults! Approximately one hour. Grades 1/2 & Grades 3/4 Teen Summer Reading Program Wednesdays at 1:00 pm For 7th through 12th Graders Stories, crafts, and other activities. Approximately one hour. Read | Win Great Prizes Grades 5/6 Join us for an action-packed summer Thursdays at 1:00 pm at the Coralville Public Library! Crafts, games, and of course, reading! Approximately one hour. • Activities at 2:00 pm on Mondays Family Storytime • Movies, games, scavenger hunts, crafts, contests, and Saturdays at 10:30 am other activities throughout the week Families spend time together participating in literacy activities • A fun science series and virtual field trips and listening to stories, music, and poems. Approximately • Earn prizes by reading and participating in Library events 30 minutes. Visit http://coralvillepubliclibrary.org/teens for the Teen Summer Reading Program calendar and special events. Family Night at the Library June 16, July 7, and August 12 at 6:30 pm Family Night may include a guest, crafts, games, stories, Youth Summer Reading Program or any combination! For Babies through 6th Graders Magic | Bubble Galore | Weird Animal Science Prizes The Science Center of Iowa, Blank Park Zoo, and Dan Wardell are some of this summer’s guests. Don’t miss them! See www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org for dates, times, and Hills Bank & Trust continues to sponsor the Summer Reading intended audience. Program and provides a t-shirt for pre-readers through sixth graders The grades listed (column at right) are those that who complete their activity sheets. Each child completing the children will enter in August. A few programs have unique Wee Read summer program will receive a board book, also meeting times this summer; please consult the summer reading calendar and the webpage for detailed information. courtesy of Hills Bank. In addition to receiving t-shirts, fifth and sixth graders can enter their names into drawings for more prizes!

1401 5th Street www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org 319.248.1850 14 CORALVILLE CONNECTION FARMERS’ MARKET / SUMMERTIME

FARMERS’ MARKET R S ’ M A Music Special Events R M E R K E F A T May 5& First Market of the season May 19 Basket giveaway June 2 Music by Nick Stika June 9 Strawberry Festival, music by Songbird Bethann June 16 Kids’ Day, basket giveaway, music by River Glen June 23 Music by Greg & Susan Dirks June 30 Music by Ben Schmidt July 21 Basket giveaway, music by Nancita Wernett July 28 Sweet Corn Feed, music by Slewgrass August 4 Music by Chrys Mitchell August 11 Kids’ Day, music by Marc & Brandi Janssen August 18 Basket giveaway, music by Central Standard Time September 15 Apple Festival, basket giveaway October 2 Last Market of the season

Schedule is subject to change Sponsored by the University of Iowa Community Credit Union 2014 Market Season Music Dates: May 5-October 2 in the Days: Mondays and Thursdays, rain or shine Park Time: 5:00-7:00 pm Location: Coralville Community Aquatic Center parking lot (1513 7th Street, next to S.T. Morrison Park) Note: Due to 4thFEST, the Farmers’ Market will be relocated on July 3 and July 7 to 8th Street & 14th Avenue Twice a week, the Coralville Farmers’ Market brings fresh baked goods, locally grown produce, farm fresh eggs, flowers, S.T. Morrison Park | Most Thursdays June-August | 6:30-8:00 pm jams and preserves, local honey, June 12 Holiday Road wine, handmade arts and crafts, June 19 Iowa City Community Band and jewelry to the heart June 26 Jumbies of Coralville. July 17 Dogs on Skis (held at Backpocket Brewing) July 31 The Sapwoods August 7 River Glen Band Market Giveaway August 14 The Slow Draws Visit the Market on the third Monday of the Presented by the Iowa City/Coralville Area Convention and Visitors month for a chance to win a basket filled with an Bureau and US Bank. Additional support from iWireless, Backpocket assortment of products donated by Market vendors! Brewing, and T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering. SUMMER 2014 COMMUNITY CORALVILLE CONNECTION 15

The Coralville Connection is published quarterly for the citizens of Coralville, Iowa, to keep them informed of city policies and developments. If you have comments or suggestions concerning this or future issues, please contact:

Jenn Coleman, Editor Coralville City Hall PO Box 5127 Coralville, IA 52241 [email protected] John Lundell Mayor [email protected] Jill Dodds Council Member [email protected] Tom Gill Council Member [email protected] Laurie Goodrich Council Member [email protected] Mitch Gross

PHOTO CREDIT: OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE PHOTO BY DAVID LIENEMANN OFFICIAL WHITE HOUSE PHOTO BY DAVID PHOTO CREDIT: Council Member [email protected] On February 3, Mayor John Lundell and City Administrator Kelly Hayworth had an opportunity to Bill Hoeft visit with Vice President Biden to update him on Coralville activities and express appreciation Council Member [email protected] for the federal support of the City’s redevelopment and flood mitigation projects. Ellen Habel Asst. City Administrator [email protected] Kelly Hayworth City Administrator [email protected]

City Departments City staff welcome comments, sug- gestions, and con cerns.

Animal Control 319.248.1823 Brown Deer Golf Club 319.248.9300 Building 319.248.1720 Park It at the Center for the Performing Arts 319.248.9370 City Hall 319.248.1700 Movies! FAX 319.248.1894 CoralVision T.V. 319.248.1731 free movies under the stars Engineering 319.248.1720 Fire 319.248.1835 Emergency 911 Friday, June 27 Johnson Co. Joint Communications Center 911 Parks & Maintanence 319.248.1780 Brown Deer Golf Club Police 319.248.1800 Emergency 911 (PG-13) The Great Gatsby Public Library 319.248.1850 Catalog Computer Dial In 319.248.1892 Friday, July 18 FAX 319.248.1890 Recreation Center/Indoor Pool 319.248.1750 S.T. Morrison Park FAX 319.248.1899 Rental Housing Inspections 319.248.1720 Despicable Me 2 (PG) Streets & Sanitation 319.248.1740 Movies begin around 9:00 pm Transit 319.248.1790 Utility Billing 319.248.1715 Free, thanks to Wastewater Treatment 319.248.1745 sponsorship by Hills Bank Emergency After Hours 319.530.6224 Water Plant 319.248.1770 Emergency After Hours 3 19.530.6225 For hearing impaired dial Relay Iowa 711 or 1.800.735.294 2 www.coralville.org/letusknow

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Coralville Community Aquatic Center 1513 7th St. l 319.248.9330 HOURS* May 31-Aug. 18 Monday-Friday 11:00 am-8:00 pm Saturday-Sunday 12:00 pm-6:00 pm Aug. 23-Sept. 1 Saturday-Sunday 12:00 pm-6:00 pm Labor Day 12:00 pm-6:00 pm *The Aquatic Center may close early due to severe weather, cool outdoor tempera- tures, or low attendance; see www.coralville.org/AquaticCenter. DAILY ADMISSION $4.25/person Until 6:00 pm $3.25/person After 6:00 pm Memorial Day Holiday Schedule Free Children under the age of 2 CONCESSIONS Daily 12:00 pm-6:00 pm Monday, May 26 “The Patio” offers a great selection, including hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot City Offices Closed dogs, pizza slices, shaved ice, mini melts, and more! Transit No service Trash/Recycling No collection on Monday; the week Coralville Indoor Pool of May 26, all routes will be collected one day later than usual. 1506 8th St. l 319.248.1750 Brown Deer Golf Club Open HOURS For lap swim and open swim hours, Indoor Pool Open noon-5:00 pm visit www.coralville.org/indoorpool or call 319.248.1750. Recreation Center Open noon-5:00 pm Aquatic Center Closed (opens for the season on May 31) DAILY ADMISSION $3.25/person All hours Farmers’ Market Open 5:00-7:00 pm Free Children under the age of 2 For more information, visit www.coralville.org PASSES & PUNCH CARDS Swim Passes Prices vary Choose 3, 6, or 12 months (Good for both pools; purchase at the Aquatic Center or the Recreation Center) Punch Cards Prices vary Choose 10 or 20 punches (Good for the Aquatic Center or Indoor Pool; purchase at the desired pool) For more information, please call 319.248.1750. Can my child go to the pool without an adult? thCoralville Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or responsible adult. FEST AN DAY TRADITION

SPLASH Parade Route at Coralville’s Pools!