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Aquatics 13 Cable TV 5 CONSUMER FIREWORKS WITHIN Community Main St. 11 THE CITY OF CEDAR FALLS: Events 19 Hearst Center 15 Professional fireworks shows are an exciting experience for everyone and Historical Society 11 are the safest fireworks displays. In the last year, the City of Cedar Falls Library 16–17 decided to restrict the use of consumer fireworks within city limits. Novelty Mayor’s Corner 3 Parks 14 type fireworks are still allowed, this would include: sparklers, snakes and Project Updates 2 glow worms, party poppers, snappers, and toy smoke devices. The sale of Public Meetings 20 consumer fireworks are still allowed; however, consumer fireworks are not Public Safety 4 Rec Center 5, 12 allowed to be used within the city limits. All retail sales locations require Stormwater 7 a license from the State Fire Marshal to sell fireworks. Waste/Recycling 9 FIREWORKS SAFETY If you are in an area where fireworks are allowed, the National Council on Fireworks Safety has some tips to help you and your family stay safe to enjoy this holiday season. • Obey the laws and regulations for the use of fireworks. • Read and understand the safety labels on your fireworks before you light. • Children should only use fireworks with direct and responsible adult supervision. Children ages 5–9 have the highest risk for injuries from fireworks. • Do not drink alcohol and use fireworks! • Wear safety glasses and ear protection when shooting fireworks. • Always have a hose and a bucket of water with you. www.fireworkssafety.org/safety-tips • Dispose of fireworks in a bucket of water. • Light ONE firework at a time; move away quickly. • Only use fireworks outside in a clear area, at least 20 feet away from vehicles and buildings. • If the firework does not fire, do not relight. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in water. • Do not experiment with homemade fireworks. Do not alter fireworks. • Do not carry fireworks in your pockets or clothing, and do not shoot fireworks toward anyone else. • Do not bring pets to a fireworks display. • If you have pets, put them inside the house when fireworks are going off. UNIVERSITY AVENUE UPDATE CENTER STREET RECREATIONAL Another construction season is underway and activities resumed TRAIL PROJECT on University Avenue in mid-March. This construction season In July 2017, the City of Cedar Falls entered includes completing the second year of Phase 2 and constructing into an agreement with the Iowa Department Phase 3. Phase 2 covers the area from McClain Drive to Midway of Transportation that helps fund a 10 foot Qualities of Cedar Falls! Drive. In 2017, work focused on the east and west ends of the wide recreational trail along Center Street. project, due to drainage. The middle of the project started this The Transportation Alternative Program, Once again I will refer back to the book of various historical records of Cedar Falls in the 1800’s year and will be completed in 2018. Phase 3 includes the area Surface Transportation Program, and the between Main Street and Grove Street; it is also is planned to Transportation Improvements Program published by Peter Melendy, one of our city’s founding fathers, as he described his thinking be complete in 2018. administered through the Iowa Department of the growth and opportunities in Cedar Falls at the time: “Pleasure is always to be derived Construction activities this year in Phase 2 include removal of of Transportation will provide approximately existing pavement, storm sewer, water main, and sanitary sewer. $258,500 for the construction of the new from looking backward over the growth and progress of a city. But as it is pleasant to review Proposed work includes new storm sewer, water main, sanitary pedestrian trail. the past, so is it a delight to look on into the near future and behold the dim outline of what sewer, roadway, sidewalks, trails, roadway lighting, landscaping, The recreational trail will extend along the there is in store for a city with such flourishing propensities as has this Garden City of ours.” and bus shelters. Work continues at the Cedar Heights Drive west side of Center Street from Cottage intersection, with anticipated completion in September. Row Road north to Lone Tree Road. Approximately mid-July, a traffic shift in Phase 2 is anticipated, As we near the end of our fiscal year on June 30th, Cedar Falls should have well over $115 million moving traffic onto the westbound lanes (one lane in each Construction is anticipated to begin in June 2018 and to be direction), allowing reconstruction of the eastbound lanes of completed in late summer 2018. The cost of construction is of new taxable valuation for this fiscal year. This continued growth is a large part of why our University Avenue. Weather permitting, Phase 2 is anticipated approximately $460,000 which includes not only a concrete city taxes and debt are one of the lowest in the state, our valuation is one of the highest, to be completed at the end of September. recreational trail, but also storm sewer improvements and earthwork. and our outlook into the future is one of the brightest. University Avenue Phase 3 is a much smaller area. Construction For questions or more information, please contact Engineering includes the same removals and improvements as Phases 1 and 2. Services at (319) 268-5161. Approximately half of the road work is completed. New pavement The vibrancy of our city overall cannot be overstated, nor can the challenges. Soon the council on the westbound lanes will carry traffic while eastbound lanes are will continue the conversations on another portion of downtown that takes us back to our roots; under construction, as seen on the map. One lane of travel in each direction will be maintained at all times. Depending on the area of LEVEE UPDATE the Cedar River. This includes improving the north river bank adjacent to Gateway Park and the work, certain on and off ramps at Highway 58/University Avenue river itself. Please keep abreast of the potential changes and the decisions our City Council makes. will be closed. The northbound exit ramp is anticipated to be open Cedar Falls Levee Floodwall System Improvements construction throughout construction. If all goes well, construction activities in started in late 2017. This year work has continued in different phases I believe our river could once again be a quality-of-life and economic development feature we can Phase 3 are projected to wrap up in early November. around downtown. This project raises the levee’s protection level by be proud of. As described above, I believe it’s important to look back pleasantly and look ahead two feet. While construction is an inconvenience, please support the with delight to see that dim outline of what’s to come. Melendy states about the Cedar River businesses along University Avenue and be patient. University Construction in the area of the Ice House Museum continues with a Avenue will remain open throughout construction; all businesses new concrete floodwall, along with sanitary improvements for the years ago, “It would be impossible to name all of the beauties of this Gem of the Cedar Valley.” and residences will have access during construction. bathroom in the Ice House Museum. For more information or project updates, visit the University Crews recently completed a lower retaining wall at Peter Melendy Another quality-of-life feature is moving forward in Cedar Falls—the Place to Play Playground Avenue project website (www.cedarfalls.com/universityave). Park. Work continues to raise the floodwall and replace the trail. Construction traffic will be crossing trails; please follow signs and located in Greenhill Park, near the corner of Greenhill and Hudson Roads. It has taken an incredible be cautious when using trails in that area. effort from parents and citizens to privately raise roughly $650,000 so far, with more to go towards Earthen levee areas have been raised. Temporary seeding is in place, the overall effort. Although all kids and parents will enjoy the park, the focus is on kids with special with final grading and shoreline reinforcement happening later in needs to provide a fun, exciting, and safe place to play. The entire effort and generosity is inspiring. the summer. Construction will start soon on parts of a future plaza at 2nd and State Streets. Crews will install trails, stairs, and planter boxes around the earthen levee section. As a part of the RiverPlace Our Community Center, located next to the library, has a myriad of activities throughout the year. development, a plaza will be built. It is set to occur the summer of 2020, after buildings in the area are completed. I’ve personally witnessed play at their billiards tables that would rival any professional game, sang along with crowds at small concerts, eaten pancakes with various Christmas characters, attended formal events from city staff, and the list goes on. Please look for upcoming activities—all folks can enjoy what the Community Center offers.

As always, there’s the danger of mentioning a few features Cedar Falls can brag about while leaving others out. Suffice to say, it’s important to focus on the entirety of what our great city has to offer, and look for ways to continue flourishing in every aspect of life.

It’s an honor to serve Cedar Falls. ~ This summer, work Jim Brown will continue at the south end of the levee, near Western Home Communities and Cedar Falls Utilities. For information and updates, sign up for Replacing pavement—University Ave Phase 3 “Levee” e-mail notifications at www.cedarfalls.com/notifyme. 2 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 3 BIKE PATROL UNIT The Bike Patrol Unit continues to thrive since it began in 1997. There are currently nine Bike Patrol Officers who patrol over 80 miles of bike trails in the City of Cedar Falls. These officers must complete a week long certification course. Bike Patrol Officers have the opportunity to ride throughout the year and during special events. The unit is utilized each year for Sturgis Falls, UNI Homecoming, public relations events, and surveillance. Current members are: Unit Supervisor Lieutenant Tim Smith, Lieutenant Martin Beckner, Officer Katie Burkhardt, Officer Nick Puls, Officer Zach Ladage, Officer Gavin Carman, Officer NEW CEDAR FALLS PUBLIC Shea McNamara, Officer Kendall Schwan, and Officer Mike Marcotte. SAFETY BUILDING LOCATED HOUR AT 4600 S. MAIN STREET Yoga Teacher Training Program At The Rec

Left to right: Marcotte, Puls, Ladage, Smith, Carman, Burkhardt, McNamara, Schwan Construction of the new Public Safety Building is underway. The Rec Center is pleased to announce During construction fire operations, ambulance staff, and YOUR HOME FOR LOCAL PROGRAMS equipment have been relocated. Contractors are grading the site, they have partnered with NETA to host WATER RESCUE EQUIPMENT pouring concrete foundations, and remodeling the existing building. Cedar Falls Community Television—Channel 15 a Yoga Alliance Approved 200-Hour Yoga We look forward to completion in 2019. We are excited to unveil the new broadcast truck for the upcoming Teacher Training Program beginning July 14. The Cedar Falls Police Department recently purchased life safety vests production season. This new truck replaces the old production and rescue throw ropes for every patrol vehicle. Every officer has been The program is designed for both new and van—built in 1994—to continue making it possible for residents trained in the use of this equipment used for a water rescue incident. seasoned fitness professionals to strengthen to enjoy many events and programs for years to come. The Cable TV Division is funded by cable franchise fees collected by your own personal yoga practice, learn how to Cedar Falls Utilities and Mediacom. transform lives, and build the foundation for safe Be informed and entertained by locally produced content including and effective yoga teaching. NETA’s 200-Hour Currents, Mayor’s Corner, Parent University, Serving the Valley and Yoga Teacher Training Program includes five Veterans of the Cedar Valley. 2-day specialty certifications, five 1-day specialty Tune in each month to watch City Council meetings on the first and certifications, one 3-day specialty certification third Mondays, and Planning and Zoning Commission meetings on and an independent home-study program. the second and fourth Wednesdays. Also find Cedar Falls Community Schools Board of Education meetings on the second and fourth These certification courses can be used as Mondays of the month. stand-alone continuing education opportunities Many local high school and college athletic events are also televised. or completed as a full curriculum to earn the This is our tenth season as the production crew for the Panther 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher designation. Sports Network; the schedule includes four UNI Football For more information, please visit www.netafit. games and at least six other UNI athletic events. org/certifications/specialty/yoga-200-hour- Enjoy all that Channel 15 has to offer including teacher-training or call (800) 237-6242. these upcoming events! Images of Public Safety Building construction taken on June 7, 2018. Find weekly schedules: www.cedarfalls.com/cabletv CF High School athletic events replayed on Channel 15: Tuesday August 21 CF Volleyball vs. Linn-Mar Friday August 31 CF Football vs. Iowa City High Tuesday September 11 CF Volleyball vs. Cedar Rapids Prairie Thursday September 13 CF Cross Country: Rich Engel Classic Friday September 14 CF Football vs. Bettendorf Thursday September 18 CF Volleyball vs. Iowa City High Friday September 28 CF Football vs. Cedar Rapids Jefferson Tuesday October 2 CF Girls Swimming vs. Waterloo Swim Team Tuesday October 9 CF Volleyball vs. Dubuque Senior Friday October 12 CF Sophomore Football vs. Dubuque Senior Friday October 12 CF Football vs. Dubuque Senior Panther Sports Network events shown live on Channel 15— watch for replays after the event: Saturday September 22 UNI Football vs. Hampton Saturday October 6 UNI Football vs. North Dakota State Saturday November 3 UNI Football vs. Illinois State Saturday November 17 UNI Football vs. Missouri State 4 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 5 BARBEQUE SAFETY PEDESTRIAN, BICYCLIST & TELLING A STORY WITH AN DRY RUN Summer is the time of year when we want to be outside for all our MOTORIST SAFETY INTERACTIVE STORY MAP CREEK activities, including starting up the barbecue for an memorable Be alert while on the streets and roads so everyone arrives Do you want to learn more about storm water Best Management WATERSHED evening meal. Remember these simple safety tips as you create at their destinations safely! Practices (BMPs) in the Dry Run Creek Watershed? Do you know a great experience for everyone: IMPROVEMENT how many BMPs the city has installed in that watershed to-date? PROJECT • Grills create very high temperatures; Pedestrians The city has developed an interactive Dry Run Creek Watershed Map keep your grill away from combustibles • Travel on sidewalks or multi-use trials; if neither exists, walk on to help you learn more about these practices. The main purpose of Collaborative Efforts to prevent a fire. the far left side of the traveled roadway, always facing traffic. this map is to highlight the BMPs installed by the City of Cedar Falls for Conservation • Cross streets only at marked crosswalks or intersections. in partnership with the Black Hawk Soil & Water Conservation District. Implementation • Make sure children and pets stay at The map shows locations and provides details of each practice. least 3 feet from the grill to prevent • Pedestrians have the right of way in crosswalks; both bicyclists Rain gardens are designed It also includes interactive pop-up windows with information burns. and motorists need to stop and yield to pedestrians. landscaped depressions about the practices, pictures, and pollutant load reductions table, treating runoff from a hard surface, temporarily ponding the • Clean your grill often to prevent grease • Always be alert and monitoring any nearby motor vehicles. with navigation tools to pan and zoom. To access this map, visit the stormwater, and then allowing it to infiltrate the soil—helping buildup and make sure to open the grill Storm Water Program link on the Engineering Services web page Bicyclists mitigate flooding, treat pollutants, and provide habitat for our before lighting. at www.cedarfalls.com. The map will be updated as more practices • According to Iowa law, bicycles are authorized to use all public local pollinators. In an effort to improve water quality throughout are added in the community. Comments and questions can be • If you use charcoal or another solid fuel, roads and streets except for limited access highways like the community, preserve our native habitats, and encourage directed to the Engineering Division at (319) 268-5161. make sure the embers are completely interstate highways. conservation, partnerships have formed to encourage the installation cooled before disposing in a metal • Comply with traffic laws, including riding on the right side of of these beneficial practices. Over the past two years this has included container. the road unless turning left, signaling all turns and stops, and the implementation of twelve rain gardens both private citizens and local school districts. With the goal of ramping up these efforts, • Charcoal lighter fluid can be dangerous obeying traffic signs. AmeriCorps members of the Land and Water Steward initiative— if added after the coals are lit. Charcoal • Be alert while on the streets and roads so all arrive at their based out of the University of Northern Iowa Center for Energy chimney starters and electric charcoal destinations safely. and Environmental Education—are teaming up with the Dry Run starters can be much safer. • Be sure the path ahead is clear and safe. Be prepared to swerve to Creek Watershed Improvement Project this summer. Through the • Propane gas grills give you a quick start up, but make sure your maintain balance or avoid tire-catching sewer grates, road debris, partnership, AmeriCorps members will be trained on how to design connections are tight by checking with a light soap and water cracks, or potholes that may cause a crash. and install rain gardens and then volunteer to construct the practices. solution. If you smell gas, turn off the grill right away. Motorists This includes providing technical assistance, along with information on potential cost share opportunities. Free, no obligation property • About half of all grill injuries are the result of a thermal type burn. • Be vigilant at all times while driving; put the phone, other assessments are being offered hand-held devices, and other distractions away. Distracted Have a wonderful outside adventure and stay safe! to identify opportunities for driving is nearly as dangerous as alcohol or drug impaired conservation implementation. driving. Iowa law prohibits texting, looking at photos, and Please contact the Black Hawk playing games on a phone while driving; these are primary Soil and Water Conservation offenses a law enforcement officer can ticket on sight. GRASS CLIPPINGS & STORMWATER District at (319) 296-3262 Ext. 3 • The Iowa DOT and most bicycle advocacy groups recommend When summer arrives, homeowners mow their lawn more often. for more information about ways motorists pass bicycles in the adjoining lane just like they Did you know yard waste such as lawn clippings, fertilizers, soil, you can get involved to help would to any other vehicle; allow extra room when following leaves, or animal waste—when not handled properly—can be a make our community or passing a bicycle. source of water pollution? Did you also know blowing or placing more sustainable. • Iowa law prohibits throwing any objects at a cyclists and failing lawn waste in the street is a violation of the city’s ordinance? Grass to yield when a bicycle is in front of a motorist. clippings in the street eventually enter the street storm drain, which connect to our streams and lakes. Grass clippings contribute nutrients STORMWATER INCREASES Share the Road such as nitrogen and phosphorous, causing algal blooms and growth The Cedar Falls City Council has voted to increase monthly storm Three ways streets and roads are designated for of unwanted aquatic vegetation. We can help keep our streams and water charges by 5% each year over the next four years. The increased bicycle accommodation: lakes clean through proper lawn maintenance practices: rates will become effective with your August bill. 1 Dedicated bike lanes are marked with painted lines, usually Walk or bike the trails of Cedar Falls—named • Mow your lawn often to remove only one-third of grass length. New rate schedule for residential properties: “Best Iowa Trail Town” in 2016 & 2017! along the right side of the thoroughfare and with signs labeled “Bike Lane.” Motorists should be able to pass a bicycle that is • Do not blow grass clippings into the street. If there are grass Current Rate 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year TAKE A WALK TO BETTER HEALTH in the bike lane without changing lanes. clippings on the street or sidewalk, use a broom or leaf blower to blow them back into the lawn. Remember, leaving grass Monthly Fee $3.00 $3.15 $3.31 $3.48 $3.65 The Three levels of walking: 2 Some streets have a painted symbol clippings on the lawn means adding free fertilizer to the lawn. c a l l e d a “s h a r r o w ” ——————————> New rate schedule for commercial/industrial properties: 20 minute mile: Walking for your health and a bicycle icon sign with a message • Bag grass clippings and leaves for landfill Current Rate 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year Take a stroll. This is a low intensity, but physical exercise. The pace to “Share the Road” which designates disposal or use other proper disposal is about 3 miles/hour or a 20 minute mile. For a person of average bicycle and motor vehicle shared use. methods like composting. Base Monthly Fee $3.00 $3.15 $3.31 $3.48 $3.65 height, this is about 120 steps per minute. Motorists need to move over to pass a • Apply only the right amount of fertilizer 1st 10,000 sq. ft. and each 15 minute mile: Walking for weight loss bicycle on a shared street; the safest to your lawn when necessary, or not at additional 10,000 sq. ft. $5.00 $5.25 $5.51 $5.79 $6.08 Brisk walking is generally about a 15 minute mile, the pace of most method is to change lanes when passing. all, if it might rain in the next day or two. of impervious area exercise walkers. You’ll be traveling about 4 miles/hour or about 3 Some streets are marked with signs Excess fertilizer may harm your lawn 135 steps/minute for a person of average height. At this rate you showing a bicycle icon and state or pollute surface water. These increases are the first rate increases since the stormwater fee should be breathing noticeably but able to carry on a conversation was implemented in Fiscal Year 2007. These increases are necessary “May Use Full Lane.” This is a different • Pick up pet waste and put it in the trash. in full sentences. method of designating a shared-use street; motorists need to fund various projects related to improving and protecting the • Direct your roof drains to a rain garden 12 minute mile: For the advance walker to move over to the opposite lane to pass a bicycle. water quality as listed on the city’s Capital Improvements Program. to significantly reduce the stormwater These projects may include drainage improvements, watersheds, For a great level of aerobic fitness, and to burn more calories, try Most streets and rural roads have no special markings or signage, runoff from your property. bioretention cells, and permeable alleys. walking faster. Aerobic walking is typically about a 12 minute mile but bicycles may still use them. In these instances, motorists should or 150 steps/minute. change lanes to pass a bicycle for the rider’s safety. • Control soil erosion around your home. If you have questions, feel free to contact City Hall at (319) 273-8600.

6 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 7 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS CITY SEEKS LANDLORDS SUMMER YARD WASTE ABOUT PERMITTING FOR HOUSING CHOICE COLLECTION & DROP–OFF REFUSE & YARD WASTE Q: I would like to replace my siding and windows. VOUCHER PROGRAM On July 1, curbside yard waste collection changes to every other week COLLECTION—HOLIDAY MAKEUP Do I need a permit for this? The City of Cedar Falls is soliciting new for the summer. Yard waste will be collected from July–September on: SCHEDULE 2018–2019 A: Yes. A permit is required for any construction work including landlords, property owners, and property July 2, 16, 30; August 13, 27; September 10, 24. REGULAR DAY RESCHEDULED DAY siding and windows. Apply for a permit on the lower level of management companies to participate in the Please have your yard waste cart at the curb by 7 am and retrieved Wednesday, July 4, 2018 . . . . Tuesday, July 3, 2018 City Hall at 220 Clay St. with a project description, cost, and Housing Choice Voucher Program, commonly by 8 pm the same day. contractor’s name. known as Section 8. Priority households assisted Monday, September 3, 2018 . . No Yard Waste Collection The Transfer Station will continue to accept yard waste exclusively through the program include elderly, disabled, Thursday, November 22, 2018 . Tuesday, November 20, 2018 on Mondays and throughout the week in small quantities for Q: My house needs a new roof. Can I re-roof it on my own? or families with children. The program assists eligible $29.50/ton or $0.75/bag of yard waste. Hours are Monday–Friday Friday, November 23, 2018 Wednesday, November 21, 2018 households with a portion of their housing costs. A: Yes. If you are the owner of the home and have a homestead from 7 am–5:45 pm and Saturday from 8 am–2:45 pm. tax credit, any work you do on your home can be performed Renters pay between 30–40% of their monthly income Monday, December 24, 2018 No Yard Waste Collection by you. However, you still need to get a permit and have the toward rent; the voucher program pays the difference During October and November yard waste will be collected Tuesday, December 25, 2018 Wednesday, December 26, 2018 up to a set market-based payment standard. every Monday at a reduced rate of $5/dump. work inspected. Tuesday, January 1, 2019 Wednesday, January 2, 2019 To participate, landlords submit an initial application and units COMPOST FACILITY OPERATION Q: I would like to put a fence up in my backyard. Friday, April 19, 2019 Thursday, April 18, 2019 must pass a housing quality standards (HQS) inspection. There is a Open daily throughout the summer from 7:30 am–dusk. Does this require a permit? great need for one-bedroom and three-bedroom rental units. If you Compost and wood mulch is available on site for residential use. Monday, May 24, 2019 . . . . . No Yard Waste A: A land use permit is needed, but not a building permit. would like to learn more about leasing your property to participating The use of mechanical loading equipment is prohibited. You must show the location on your property and work households, please contact Lisa Ahern at [email protected], with Planning and Community Services to meet zoning call (319) 273-8669, or visit the city’s website at www.cedarfalls.com ordinances. Call (319) 273-8600. and click on “Section 8 Housing Assistance.” Q: I am building a small addition on the back of my house. A Landlord Orientation meeting is being scheduled and additional HOUSEHOLD TOXIC MATERIALS & ELECTRONICS DROP-OFF: SEPT. 22 I picked up a permit, but when do I need inspections? information will be available on the city’s website. Contact Waste Trac • (319) 266-TRAC (8722) • Education Team for the Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission A: The addition will require a series of inspections; you will need to call in for an inspection after each phase. Your yellow The Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission will computer monitors with the bump in the back). Additional CRTs building permit card highlights every inspection you will EMERALD ASH BORER UPDATE partner with the City of Cedar Falls to sponsor another residential are $5 each (no limit). Please bring exact cash only; bills larger need based on your project type. The Cedar Falls Public Works and Park Division is in the fourth year of hazardous materials and electronics recycling drop-off event. This than $20 will not be accepted. Many other electronic and electrical ash tree removals due to Emerald Ash Borer infestation. This includes event is open to ALL Black Hawk County residents to get rid of items (flat screen TVs/monitors, vacuums, holiday lights, game Q: I plan on painting the exterior of my house. ash trees located on city right-of-ways (generally between a city approved items from homes and garages. Some fees may apply. systems, VCR/DVD players, radios, humidifiers, etc.) will be recycled Do I need a permit? sidewalk or private property and the edge of the street.) Council at no cost. All hard drives will be shredded after the event. A list of Follow the signs (rain or shine) from the intersection of Hudson Rd. authorized this action after the discovery of the Emerald Ash Borer accepted items can be found at wastetrac.org/fall-drop-off-event. A: No. As long as the scope of work does not extend beyond and Technology Pky. to the drop-off site on Saturday, September (EAB) in Black Hawk County. Larvae of this beetle feed under the bark Have an item that you are still unsure about? Contact the Waste scraping the old paint and repainting, a permit is not 22, from 9 am–2 pm at the Cedar Falls Public Works Complex (2200 of ash trees; their feeding eventually girdles and kills branches and Trac Education Team at (319) 266-8722. needed for painting. Technology Pky.). Volunteers will unload items for you; for safety entire trees. reasons, you must stay in your vehicle. THESE ITEMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED: paint, appliances (including Q: I would like to build a small shed in my backyard. City staff has removed over 1,200 trees to date. Removal efforts are microwaves, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, water heaters, Do I need a permit? Approximately 60 volunteers (age 18+) are needed to make this currently taking place in the area south of 4th Street between Main stoves, dryers, washers, refrigerators, etc.), tires, mowers, motor community event possible! Volunteers assist with unloading items, A: Maybe. Any structure under 120 square feet does not require Street and Hudson Road. If you see a tree wrapped with a white band, oil, antifreeze, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, asbestos, directing traffic, surveying participants, and making this event run a building permit, however, you will need to talk to Planning please keep vehicles away from these areas so removal crews can ammunition, radioactive materials, or non-hazardous waste. efficiently. Two volunteer shifts are available: from 7:45 am–2 pm and Community Services for zoning guidance and a land complete work efficiently. Once the tree is removed, the limb wood Electronics waste and hazardous materials from businesses, or from 7:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. To volunteer, contact Tammy Turner use permit. Anything larger than 120 square feet requires a will remain on the right-of-way for the public to take and use for churches, schools, and non-profits will NOT be accepted. Tips for at (319) 266-TRAC (8722) or [email protected]. More building permit and a land use permit. firewood. The city will follow up with stump removals at a future date. managing these materials (and other items) can be found at details can be found at www.wastetrac.org/volunteer. Thank you for your patience during this process. www.wastetrac.org/faqs. Q: My kids are begging for a tree house. Black Hawk County households can get rid of old chemicals, Questions about infestation of private trees should be directed to a Another event for county residents will be held in Waterloo in the Do I need to get any type of permit for this? propane tanks, fluorescent light bulbs (compact and tube), mercury private tree service or nursery. For general information on EAB visit spring of 2019. Visit www.wastetrac.org/spring-drop-off-event thermometers, and more. Each vehicle/household may recycle two A: No. Tree houses, play centers, and swing sets do not www.extension.iastate.edu/psep/emeraldashborer.html. for more details as the event approaches. require any sort of permit. Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) containing devices for free (older TVs and If you would like additional details regarding removals and the Q: I hired a plumber to replace my water heater. availability of firewood, please contact the Public Works/Park Division Do I need to get a permit? at (319) 273-8629. A: Yes. A permit is always needed for a water heater replacement. In this case the plumber will get the permit, but if you choose to do the work you need to get the permit.

Q: I want to add a deck to my house. What permit and structural requirements are there? A: All decks (attached and unattached) require a permit. The structural requirements vary based on the type of deck and whether it is covered, uncovered, screened in, etc. For info. regarding your design please call (319) 268-5161.

If your question wasn’t answered above, remember we are only a phone call away. Please feel free to call Building Inspection SIGN UP TO Services at (319) 268-5161 with any questions about your project. VOLUNTEER! 8 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 9 WILD HISTORIC DISTRICT SEWER RATES 206 Main Street, Suite B | Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613 | (319) 277-0213 | www.communitymainstreet.org During an archaeological survey for the The Cedar Falls City Council voted two years ago to increase monthly 1st Street/Highway 57 project in 2013, it was sewer charges by 9% each year, for three years—we are coming upon determined that properties at 423, 501, and the third year of those increases. The new rates will become effective 509 West 1st Street would be eligible as a with your August bill. As a reminder, the rate schedule adopted by the “small district” for the National Register of City Council is as follows: Historic Places. These three homes were found Current Rate 1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year to be directly linked to Daniel and Margaret Wild, early pioneers and founders of Daniel Wild’s brick Base (1st 200 cu ft. of water used) $14.30 $15.59 $16.99 $18.52 4th Annual Cedar Valley GranFondo & FondoFest making business, associated with the early growth Incremental—per 100 cu ft. of water used $2.56 $2.79 $3.04 $3.32 and development of Cedar Falls in the 1860’s, Community Main Street, the Cedar Valley Sports Commission, and the Cedar Falls 1870’s, and beyond. This means for the average household (based on 700 cu ft. of water Tourism and Visitors Bureau are teaming up to host the fourth annual GrandFondo A site inventory for the potential district, outlined in yellow, was used) in the upcoming third year, there will be an increase of Cedar Valley and FondoFest Celebration on August 18. ARTapalooza $8.02/month over the first year to equal $96.24/year. recently completed. The Cedar Falls Historic Preservation Commission During the Cedar Valley’s first and only gran fondo cycling event, registered riders will Community Main is using the inventory to officially nominate the district. If the These increases were necessary to fund various projects in our sewer have the option to bike a 100-mile or 50-mile course, which provides an opportunity for Street is excited to nomination is approved, the system. The Dry Run Creek Sanitary Sewer project is the largest riders of any skill level to participate. Routes begin and end in Downtown Cedar Falls be hosting the 12th Wild District would be the first project. It replaced and increased the capacity of 7,640 feet of the and include great stops in area communities along the way. Participants receive a swag annual ARTapalooza residential district in Cedar Falls existing trunk sanitary sewer from Orchard Drive to the new 17th St. bag with their race entry and food at the post ride party. Finishers of the 100-mile ride on Saturday, to be on the National Register. Lift Station. This project will also reduce the amount of inflow and will also receive a commemorative gold medal. Ride registration is currently open at September 8, from The designation would also infiltration (I/I) that can occur in older lines which will aid in the city’s www.granfondocedarvalley.com. 9 am–4 pm in Downtown Cedar Falls! This provide the opportunity for efforts to adhere to EPA and DNR standards. annual celebration of fine art draws many FondoFest is a free, family-friendly street festival, complete with live music, craft property owners within the talented artists from throughout the region. The City Council also just voted to increase sewer rates by 5% for the beer, and children’s activities held in conjunction with the bicycling event. A crossfit district to apply for tax credits In addition, there is something for everyone next three years for various projects. If you have questions regarding competition will be held after the bike ride launches and will last throughout the for rehabilitation projects. to enjoy as downtown is filled with artist the sewer increases, feel free to contact City Hall at (319) 273-8600. morning hours. An afternoon bags tournament is a new addition this year. The If you have any questions about the district nomination or its benefits, demonstrations, live entertainment, and beverage tent and music start at noon with three live bands scheduled to perform— please feel free to contact Iris Lehmann, Planner I, at (319) 268-5185 free children’s activities. Checker & the Bluetones will kick things off, followed by a surprise band, which has or [email protected]. For more information on yet to be named. As part of the Handpicked Series, the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Nearly 50 regional artists will display and National Registrar of Historic Places visit www.nps.gov/nr. Arts Center will provide the headline entertainment again this year. Ripe, a Funk/Pop sell their work at booths set up along the band based out of Boston, will bring their blend of dance, pop-funk, and party rock meandering Main Street. Artists hoping sound to the streets of the Downtown District. to showcase their work passed a highly competitive jurying process to be accepted FondoFest also includes a FUNdo Kid’s Area open from 4–7 pm! Bring the kiddos into the show. A variety of artwork will Cedar Falls Rivers & Lakes… downtown to enjoy a Strider bike obstacle course, face painting, balloon animals, be featured in this year’s show, including and emergency vehicle touch-the-truck hosted by the Lions Club. Ours to Protect, Ours to Enjoy ceramics, paintings, metal sculptures, fiber, A free bicycle valet service will be available for riders and other guests jewelry, photography, drawing, printmaking, during FondoFest. and mixed media, among others. For more information, please visit www.granfondocedarvalley.com.

(319) 266-5149 | www.cfhistory.org 515 Main Street (Farmers State Bank bldg.) by appt. PO Box 546 • Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613 VICTORIAN HOME & CARRIAGE HOUSE MUSEUM 319-243-9170 • [email protected] 308 W. 3rd Street; Open February–December: Tuesday–Saturday 10 am–4 pm & Sunday 1–4 pm STAY CURRENT 2018 EXHIBITION & PROGRAM SERIES Bear Whistles, Butter Churns & Beyond: Notify Me is Ceramics in Cedar Falls a subscription The potters of early Cedar Falls created a wide variety of interesting tool which allows you pieces, some reflecting their religious and political opinions, others to receive notifications more utilitarian. Our 2018 exhibit celebrates the history of ceramics on only those topics in Cedar Falls, the people who plied the trade, and the impact of the Ice House Museum that matter to craft on the community. you most—like Wednesday, 1–4 pm; Saturday, 10 am–4 pm; CONNECTED TO OUR COMMUNITY— Sunday, 1–4 pm meeting agendas, Kimchi & Kraut: Cabbage in a Crock CONNECTED TO OUR PAST Visit the only museum in the U.S. telling bid posting, calendar, Thursday, September 6, 6–8 pm the story of ice harvesting in an original ice ACCREDITED by The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® construction updates, Learn to make kimchi and sauerkraut in this hands-on class. house! This 1921 round structure contains job opportunities, Enjoy light Korean- and German-inspired snacks and beverages. OFFERING access to Endow Iowa Tax Credits for qualifying gifts tools used to cut ice from the Cedar River and news flashes. $25/per person, 21+. Only 20 spots available, preregistration right nearby. $5 per adult; 12 and under free. SERVING donors through the creation of meaningful community legacies required starting August 6. Call (319) 266-5149 for information. COMMITTED to enhancing Cedar Falls www.cedarfalls.com/notifyme Little Red Schoolhouse CABINET OF CURIOSITY SERIES Saturday & Sunday 1–4 pm DEVELOPING resources for community enhancement Daguerreotypes and Tintypes: Snapshots of yesteryear From the slate blackboard to the potbellied Join with us to preserve, build, enhance, and shape our community. Sunday, August 12, 2 pm stove, this 1909 schoolhouse recalls a time You are the foundation. The Foundation is you. www.cf-communityfoundation.org As part of our mini-exhibition of daguerreotypes and tintypes in our Victorian Home Museum, when siblings and neighboring children Ann Olsson will present on these two examples of early photography. Free, open to the public. gathered together to learn. Free. 10 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 11 110 E. 13TH ST. Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (319) 273-8636

RECREATION AQUATICS NOW–AUGUST 22 YOUTH PROGRAMS ADULTCenter FALL PROGRAMS RECREATIONAL SPECIAL EVENT NIGHTS STRETCHING AQUA TRIM Sign up for & SWIMMING at www.cedarfalls.com/notifyme CEDAR FALLS SERTOMA CLUB ADULT FALL 12" SOFTBALL LEAGUE AT THE POOLS Now–August 3 Session 2: June 25–July 9 No Classes July 4; VOLLEYBALL (3RD–6TH GRADE) Age: 18 years or older THE FALLS AQUATIC CENTER Session 3: July 12–26 to receive a monthly newsletter SQUIRT GUN NIGHTS Dates: September 8–October 20 Dates: August 21–end of September 3025 South Main • (319) 266-8468 Mondays Holmes Pool 6:30–8:45pm Monday–Friday (weather permitting) at with our programs. Days: Saturdays Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Open Daily (weather permitting) The Falls; 8:35–9:20am; $32/session Time: 3rd & 4th grade 9–10:25am Time: 6pm–10pm Monday–Saturday 12pm–8:30pm FLOTATION NIGHT “Cedar Falls Recreation” 5th & 6th grade 10:30–11:55am Location: Birdsall Park Sunday 1pm–8:30pm Tuesdays Holmes Pool 6:30–8:45pm Center on Facebook for updates Location: Peet Jr. High Registration Begins July 15 UFO NIGHT and information! Registration Begins July 15 Fee: $310 team HOLMES POOL Thursdays Holmes Pool 6:30–8:45pm 505 Holmes Drive • 319) 553-3012 Fee: $39 by September 4 $330 Mixed League ($60 towards DOUBLE DOLLAR DEAL Follow us at twitter.com/cfrec Open Daily 1–4:30pm & 6:30–8:45pm $44 starting September 1 complex improvement fund) Fridays Holmes Pool 6:30–8:45pm Seven, 1 hour & 25 minute sessions Deadline: August 14 (number of teams Closed for maintenance Aug 6–22 Players will be taught the basic fundamentals accepted is limited) *Should the weather be such that The Falls cannot open of volleyball through team practice, fun drills, Ten game season as scheduled, staff will attempt to open later in the day REC CENTER SUMMER at 3 pm or 6 pm; weather permitting. individual instruction, and games. Mixed and Men’s Leagues Divisions 1 & 2 WATER WALKING DOGGY DIP MEMBERSHIP SPECIALS All participants will be placed on teams LAP SWIM (16 YEARS +): The Falls Aquatic Center provides this unique Enjoy a true dog’s day of summer on May–August Summer Special and receive a program t-shirt. Register early; ADULT KICKBALL LEAGUE Fee: $4 or season swim pass is required exercise experience Monday–Friday for August 23, from 6–8pm (weather permitting). RESIDENT↓ NON-RESIDENT↓ all programs are limited in size. Age: 18 years or older See website for dates www.cedarfalls.com/aquatics. adults 16 and older now through August 22 All licensed dogs must be accompanied 12th Grade & Under $45 $100 Dates: Beginning August 22 from 11:05am–12pm, weather permitting. by at least one adult owner and up to two Adult $72.50 $170 Days: Wednesdays Holmes Pool M, W, F 5:45–7:30am Patrons may choose to walk with or against other people. Cost of admission is $5/dog; NFL FLAG FOOTBALL (1ST–6TH GRADE) *Sept. Special for Adults $18 $18 Time: 6pm–10pm May 27–Aug. 5 T, TH 9–9:50pm the current. Aqua socks are allowed during additional owners are $4 each. Season swim Dates/ Teams start Practices late August Senior Citizen (65+) $65 $140 Location: Birdsall Park Sun 5:30–6:20pm this program. Daily admission ($7) or a passes will not be honored. All those entering Location: Various schools and parks. Family $110 $225 Registration begins July 15 The Falls Lap lane is available any time summer swim pass is required. the pool area should be prepared to get wet. Games begin September 8 Fee: $65 The Falls is open. Summer swim pass or daily at Pfeiffer and Birdsall Parks. Deadline: August 14 (number of teams admission required; summer lap swim pass ADULT EXERCISE— Registration Begins July 15 accepted is limited) does not work at The Falls. SWIM LESSONS Holmes Pool: July 12–25 / The Falls: July 12–26 (No Classes July 13 at the Falls) FITNESS PASS Fee: $43 by July 31 Six game season Our swim lessons are designed to help promote water safety at a young age. It’s our hope that A fitness pass allows unlimited access to any $48 starting August 1 Teams may consist of any combination DAILY ADMISSION participants experience success early and often to develop a love and respect for the water. fitness class not requiring pre-registration. Six game season of men and women 16 years or older. HOLMES/PEET THE FALLS Competitive oriented skills have been moved to more advanced groups. The Recreation A recreation facility membership is not This 5-on-5 game provides exciting, non- Ten people play on the field at a time; Infant (2 & Under) $3 $3 Division does everything possible to see that at least ten 45-minute lessons are held, but needed to purchase a fitness pass; the fitness contact play with all players being in skill as many players as you want may bat (kick) Youth 3–Adult $4 $7 we cannot control the weather. For more info. visit www.cedarfalls.com/aquatics. Fee: $32 positions. This game emphasizes the basic pass allows usage of the locker room and with unlimited substitutions. Mixed and football skills of passing, catching, defending, Adapted Aquatics: For children ages 5–10 with special needs. fitness classes only. Fees are half price for Open Divisions with “call-your-own” or POOL RENTAL and running. Players will also learn about Rec Center Members unless otherwise noted. umpire each others games options offered. Older Beginners: For children ages 9–14 who have never had swim lessons. formations, pass patterns, and different Lifeguards are provided. Session 2 May–August Standings recorded; awards go to top teams. types of defense. Participants should sign up HOLMES POOL Beginning Diving: For children ages 9–16, who meet the prerequisite skill levels listed for Session 3 September–December according to their elementary school. Yoga Teacher Available daily after open recreation Group 7: Skippers, and want to learn how to dive. Students are taught the proper approach, 4 month pass $96 ($48 Members) All players receive a reversible football jersey. Training Program swim hours for private parties. takeoff, forward dive, backward dive, reverse dive, and forward dive half twist. 1 month pass $35 ($30 Members) Register early; all programs are limited in At The Rec $60/hr for parties up to 75 people Intermediate & Advanced Diving: For those with skills taught in our diving class who want (Cannot run into the next month) size. Those players signing up after the $75/hr for parties over 75 people to learn more advanced dives. One time class tryout $5 See page 5 of this issue of registration deadline may not have their Currents for all the details! FALLS AQUATIC CENTER jersey in time for their first game. Coaches Available daily after 8:45pm for two hours. will schedule practice days, times, and Watch for upcoming fitness class and Safari Falls $200 CHECK OUT THESE locations. Players will be notified with details schedule changes coming in September! Rock Falls $325 OTHER GREAT DEALS! about first practice after August 20. Parent A FULL LISTING OF CLASSES IS AVAILABLE Safari Falls & Adventure Falls $425 volunteer coaches are needed. If interested at www.cedarfalls.com/fitness. Rock Falls & Adventure Falls $525

In addition to all of our great programs 1 Infants Group Group 2 Toddlers 3 Preschool Group 4 Swabbies Group 5 Deck Hands Group 6 1st Mate Group 7 SkippersGroup 8 Captains Group 9 Admirals Group Diving Beginning Diving Intermediate Aquatics Adapted Older Beginner contact Brock Goos at (319) 273-8636. Entire Facility $625 and activities we offer tickets to these Holmes Pool 8:45–9:30am X X X +Open Concession Stand Option $25/hr excellent locations at incredible prices! CF FIRE & RESCUE 1ST & 2ND GRADE PERSONAL TRAINERS Holmes Pool 9:35–10:20am X X X DIVISION Holmes Pool 10:35–11:20 am X X X DESTINATION GATE PRICE / CF REC PRICE Officiated games on Saturday mornings Recommit to your resolutions! Personal Holmes Pool 11:25am–12:10 pm X X X Lost Island Water Park $28 / $24 Trainers are offered to help meet your Holmes Pool 4:20–4:50pm X CF INDEPENDENT INSURANCE Holmes Pool 4:40–5:25 pm X X Six Flags Great America + fitness needs by working one on one. Holmes Pool 4:55–5:25pm X Hurricane Harbor; Gurnee, IL $80 / $50 AGENTS 3RD & 4TH GRADE DIVISION Individual sessions may be scheduled Holmes Pool 5:30–6:15 pm X X X Officiated games on Thursday after 5pm Holmes Pool 5:30–6pm X at any time. Your personal trainer will Six Flags; St. Louis, MO $70 / $50 or Saturday mornings Holmes Pool 6:05–6:35pm X Valleyfair + White Water Country; teach you proper techniques, equipment The Falls 8:35–9:20am X X X X X X CEDAR FALLS FIRE & RESCUE The Falls 8:25–9:05am X Shakopee, MN $53 / $37.50 usage, and create a routine suitable for 5TH & 6TH GRADE DIVISION The Falls 9:10–9:40am X Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines Adult: $14 / $11 your personal needs and activities. Call The Falls 9:25–10:10am X X X X X X Officiated games on Tuesday & The Falls 9:55–10:25am X (319) 273-8636 or visit our web site for Youth: $8 / $7 Thursday after 5pm The Falls 10:15–11am X X X X X X Non-Rec Center Member: CASH ONLY more information. The Falls 10:30–11am X 12 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 13 thehearst.org Information /availability: www.cedarfalls.com/parks 304 west seerley boulevard cedar falls, iowa 50613 319.273.8641

tue & thu 10 am–9 pm Hearst Center for the Enjoy Our Parks Arts is part of the wed & fri 10 am–5 pm Department of Municipal sat & sun 1–4 pm Operations & Programs, GAME OF PETANQUE PICNIC SHELTER RENTALS Admission is free daily. City of Cedar Falls. Petanque is a boules type of game. The goal is to toss or roll hollow Picnic shelters in the parks may be reserved in advance at the steel balls as close as possible to a small wooden ball (called a piglet Rec Center by signing a contract and paying $22 a rental fee. The or jack), while standing inside a circle with both feet on the ground. Overman Park shelter is only rented in conjunction with the Bandshell. The game is normally played on hard dirt or gravel. YOUTH CAMPS & WORKSHOPS EXHIBITIONS EVENTS GATEWAY CELEBRATION SHELTER The Cedar Falls Public Works and Parks Division recently installed a Reservation Fee — paid at the time of reservation court for playing Petanque at the Cedar City Tot Lot Park located near Group A: 9 am–noon Friday, July 27: Art Detectives Recent Works of Michael Broshar Free Party on the Patio Big Woods Lake in the flood buyout area of Cedar City. The idea came Mon–Thurs $70 $70 ($63) per week 9 am–4 pm 06 JUL–12 AUG 2018 Live music, beer samples donated Limit 12 students ages 5–8 Rownd I Classroom (ages 5–8) Opening Reception: by Second State, and popcorn about when an inquiry was made by a resident looking for a hard Fri–Sun & Holidays $110 Limit 12 students ages 9–12 Rownd II Classroom (ages 9–12) Thursday, July 12, 5–7 pm donated by Fitpop on these three surface to gather for games. It made sense to install a court in this Damage Deposit $250 $35 ($31.50) Thursdays in July from 5–7 pm… particular park since there is already a shelter on the grounds and the Group B: 1–4 pm Tot Lot has received very little usage since the removal of residential ISLAND PARK BEACH HOUSE $70 ($63) per week Thursday, July 12: Saturdays, July 21, 28 & Zoot and Newt properties in the area. Watch for additional outdoor recreation 218 Center Street in Island Park Limit 12 students ages 5–8 August 4: Anime Fashion and Limit 12 students ages 9–12 opportunities to develop in this area. Reservation Fee — paid at the time of reservation Cosplay Workshop (ages 9–12) Students may register in both 1:30–3:30 pm Thursday, July 19: ↓East side ↓Entire building Group A and Group B for a total of $45 ($40.50) Karla Ruth Mon–Thurs $125 $175 $140 ($136) per week. Please send (Karla & Deb) Fri–Sun & Holidays $200 $275 a sack lunch with all-day campers. Damage Deposit $500 $750 July 9–13: Art Around the World 21 Etchings and Poems Thursday, July 26: The East (bridge side) holds up to 120 people in banquet style seating July 16–20: Earth Camp if desired, or the entire building with banquet style seating holds 28 JUL–09 SEP 2018 Amelia & Melina August 6–10: Get Messy Opening Reception: about 180 people. Each side has a stainless steel serving counter and Thursday, September 6, 5:30–7 pm July 17: Readers Theatre a sink with hot and cold water available. The facility comes with tables Red Herring Theatre—Sagittarius and chairs located in storage rooms on either side of the facility. GIFT SHOP Dave Wieland Photography Ponderosa by M. J. Kaufman, A garage door separates the two sides. Men’s and women’s rest rooms directed by Albie Nicol are located on the east side of the building with access from the Find handmade pottery, jewelry, 23 AUG–23 SEP 2018 ADULT CLASSES Opening Reception: 7 pm in Mae Latta outside of the building; they are also available to the general public cards and more by local artists, Thursday, August 23, 5:30–7 pm using the trails or park. Windows open easily for great ventilation and Saturdays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28: as well as books, bags, and unique James Hearst “Pop Up Prose” gifts! For more information contact an enjoyable view of the park and river. Ceiling fans move the air to Group Guitar Look for the red balloon at local Abby Haigh at 319-268-5508. help keep the inside of the building cool on hot summer days. A small 1:30–3:30pm events in August as we celebrate $45 ($40)/person Members receive a 10% discount! James Hearst’s birthday with deck/patio is available with the respective ends on the river side of September: Modern Master Month pop-up poetry readings. the building. A showing every Tuesday of one Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 12–28: ROOM RENTAL episode of the BBC TV Mini Series Aug. 11: Des Moines Art Center Tour Ceramics—Hand Building The Hearst Center can Modern Masters. Each episode 8 am–5:30 pm, $45 BIG WOODS LAKE CAMPGROUND 6–8 pm accommodate groups for meetings, features a different “Modern Reserve your spot today by For more information regarding campground reservations and prices, $45 ($40.50) + $25 Lab Fee contact Black Hawk County Conservation Office (319) 433-7275. private functions, or special programs. Master” Artist. The screenings for contacting Sheri Huber-Otting at each day occur at 10 am and 7 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 10–26: Hearst Reading Room [email protected]. free of charge. There will be time Ceramics—Wheel Throwing Rental Fee: $15/hr for a discussion about the artist Final Thursday Reading Series 5:30–7:30 pm Capacity: 8–10 after the show. 7 pm Open Mic, 8 pm Guest Author THE TRAILS $45 ($40.50) + $25 lab fee Mae Latta Hall Thursday, August 30: Jocelyn Cullity, September 4: Picasso With more than 100 miles of hard-surfaced, multi-use trails, an Rental Fee: $30/hr author of the novel, Amah and the September 11: Matisse abundance of soft trails, and emerging water trails, it’s no wonder Capacity: 120 seated, Silk Winged Pigeons; director of the September 18: Dali why the Cedar Valley Trails was named Iowa’s Outstanding Tourism 140 standing Truman State University creative September 25: Warhol Attraction! Trails are free and open 24/7/365 for non-motorized Nancy Price Meeting Room writing BFA and non-equestrian activities such as biking, hiking, cross-country Rental Fee: $15/hr Sept 27: Sean Thomas Dougherty, skiing, and snowshoeing. We encourage everyone to safely enjoy Capacity: 10–12 author of the poetry collection, the benefits of our metro trail system through their consideration of Rownd Classrooms I or II The Second O of Sorrow other trail users. So, whether you’re walking, biking, or in-line skating, Rental Fee: $25/hr, $40/hr (both) please observe all posted signs and: Capacity: 30 seated, September 6: The Songbook Trio South of the Highway 58 overpass on South Main Street 50 standing 7 pm in Mae Latta • Use your head—wear a helmet. July 13 Trolls Thank you for your patience while we do improvements—the full R.J. McElroy Classroom July 27 The Lego Batman Movie September 8: ARTapalooza • Go with the flow—stay to the right. Rental Fee: $25/hr park should be once again open around the end of August. Aug. 10 The Rookie Come visit our tent! We will be face Capacity: 36 at tables, 45 chairs, Dog owners…let your dogs roam without a leash in this entirely • Stay clear of the trail when stopped. Aug. 24 Footloose painting and will have an art activity. 65 standing Be sure to pick up a Fall Brochure! fenced, 3-acre park! Annual permits to utilize the park are $15/dog— • Signal turns and stops; announce when passing. July 11, 18, 25: Exploring Cedar Valley Acoustic Guitar Corning Patio available for purchase at City Hall (220 Clay Street). Daily passes can Show respect for adjacent property. Watercolor Association musicians begin at Rental Fee: $35/hr, $15/hr if be purchased for $2 at the park. Prices are subject to change for 10 am–12 pm 6:30 pm; movies begin at dusk • Keep your pets leashed and tightly at your side. rented in addition to a classroom (around 9 pm). upcoming seasons. Dogs must have current vaccinations to use $45 ($40.50) Capacity: 35 seated, These events are FREE and open the park; other general rules are posted. ENJOY OUR TRAILS SAFELY! 65 standing to the public at Overman Park. 14 · Summer 2018 15 · Summer 2018 524 MAIN ST. Cedar Falls, IA 50613 (319) 273-8643 For more information about Library events visit www.cedar-falls.lib.ia.us. Registration is available at the Library’s website or by calling (319) 273-8643. M–W: 10a–9p • TH–F: 9a–6p • Sat 9a–5p • Sun 1–5p All events sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library, the Cedar Falls Public Library Community Foundation’s Robert and Shirley Berg Fund, and Kathryn Ray Fund. TRIVIA NIGHTS FINANCIAL LITERACY: YOUTH SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM: COMMUNITY CENTER Join library staff for free, fun trivia nights! Teams of up to five RETIREMENT PLANNING Libraries Rock! Monday, June 4–Saturday, July 28 The Community Center is available for rentals on weekday evenings can test their knowledge. Winners receive certificates and glory! and weekends. Call (319) 268-5540 for rental information. July 10, 17, 23 & 31, from 6:30–8 pm, Meeting Room Keep track of your summer reading with a wearable reading chain! Disney Music Trivia (all ages) Presented by Mike Finley, “The Crazy Man in the Pink Wig” Earn up to two new books by visiting the library weekly. Check out Monday, July 16 @ 7 pm SENIOR ACTIVITIES—COFFEE, MUSIC, Financial freedom to follow this 4-week seminar teaching individuals our special program for July below. Funding provided by the Cedar Falls ’90s TV Trivia (teens and adults) “how to retire” financially AND psychologically. Each week covers a Community Foundation, Robert & Shirley Berg Fund for use by the Library BINGO, CARDS, DOMINOS, NUTRITION Tuesday, August 14 @ 7 pm different retirement topic including: pensions (like IPERS), investing Happy Faces Entertainment: Thursday, July 12, 10:30–11:30 am, EDUCATION, & EXERCISE Meeting Room Dennis from Happy Faces returns for another fun All-Ages Trivia (TBD) wisely and efficiently with an eye toward taxes and withdrawal Monday–Friday from 8 am–3 pm, hosted by NEI3A; strategies, the 4% rule, Social Security strategies, insurance and silly variety show for all ages that is sure to make you smile! Monday, September 17 @ 7 pm No or low cost to participants 60+ (including Medicare), and much more. ISU Insect Zoo: Monday, July 16, Meeting Room A full schedule is available at www.cedarfalls.com/Community-Center BOARD GAME SATURDAYS ISU’s Insect Zoo returns with our most-requested repeat event. The or call (319) 277-1900. The center is a NEI3A meal site. drop-in zoo exhibit is available from 10 am–noon, then two hands-on Saturdays, July 19 & August 19, from 1–4:30 pm, Meeting Room ACADEMY AWARD NOMINATED FILM SERIES workshops are in the afternoon at 1:30 and 3 pm. Workshops are for SENIOR DEVICE ADVICE Join CFPL and The Friendly Meeple for Board Game Saturdays! All all ages and limited to 30 participants—registration for children and Second Thursday of the month, from 2–3 pm ages are welcome to play a large selection of provided board games. Third Friday of the month @ 2 pm, Meeting Room parents is required. To register, call the Youth desk at (319) 859-3282. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Popcorn and beverages are provided. Free sessions followed by coffee and cookies. Juggling Jeff: Thursday, July 19, 10:30–11:30 am, Meeting Room Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library July 20 Lady Bird (R) Jeff returns with his Juggling to Read show this summer. Reading is CULTURAL LITERACY SERIES July 12 Internet Safety 101 Including how to avoid hacking and August 17 The Post (PG-13) everything! It allows us to communicate, learn new things, pass on Deaf Culture: Wednesday, July 25, from 7–8 pm history, be entertained, explore the world and drive. Everything you viruses, tips for passwords, and how to spot fake information. The American Deaf culture uses American Sign Language as its see in this show can be learned in a book! What will you do with the Aug. 9 Digital Photos 101 primary mode of communication and views itself as a unique HOLLYWOOD THROUGH POSTERS special power of reading? linguistic minority. Karlene Kischer-Browne, UNI professor, will Sept. 13 Drop-In Advice discuss this fascinating topic and answer questions. Friday, September 21 @ 2 pm, Meeting Room Join us for this special presentation and learn about the history of STORYTIME: JULY/SEPT. (No Storytime in August) RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE DREAMers and DACA: Tuesday, August 28, from 7–8 pm the Academy Awards and Hollywood. Mike Piepel will highlight the Mondays at 10:30 am: Babies 0–23 months Thursday, July 19, from 1–6 pm The Cedar Valley Advocates for Immigrant and Refugee Rights will actors, directors, and studio employees from small towns in Iowa who Tuesdays & Saturdays at 10:30 am: Preschoolers, 3–5 years present a panel on DACA, undocumented immigrant children, and played a large part in Hollywood, both past and present. Piepel will Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30 am: Toddlers, 2–3 years Please schedule an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org we will have a discussion from DREAMers. also display his vintage collection of original movie posters for such or call (800) RED-CROSS. Sponsored by the Library Civics 101: September (TBD) classic favorites as “Gone with the Wind” and “The Wizard of Oz,” STORYTIME IN THE PARK Instructors from UNI’s Department of Political Science will speak a must-see for any cinephiles out there. ANNUAL BOOK CLUB BONANZA about government operations, voting, and the importance of politics Tuesdays, June 12–July 24 @ 10:30 am, Neighbors Park— corner of Center & Cedar Streets Wednesday, September 5, from 7–8:30 pm at the local level. MEMOIR PROJECT Come for stories and an activity. Participants may also register Jocelyn Green, our featured author, is the award-winning Tuesdays September 25–October 30, GEEK OUT TOGETHER and get credit for the Summer Library Program and bestselling author of numerous fiction and nonfiction from 10:30 am–noon, Meeting Room books, including A Refuge Assured, The Mark of the King, Do you love books AND video tie-ins? A picture is worth a thousand words, but recorded memories are TEEN NIGHT Teens going into 7–12th grade and age 12+ Wedded to War, and co-author of The 5 Love Languages Military Edition. Join us for this new pop culture discussion group. priceless. Have you done this love task for your descendants? If it is are welcome to join in Teen Night—FREE supervised fun with rotating Her presentation is entitled, “Historical Fiction: Bringing the Story in Energy a “someday” project on your bucket list, now is the time. Area author Hi{Story} to Life,” followed by a Q & A and book signing. There will be and freelance writer Jacquie McTaggart (aka the Queen of Fun) is themes. These events are AFTER HOURS in the Teen Room; teens must Monday, July 9 @ 7 pm arrive by 6 pm. Email [email protected] with questions. refreshments and a raffle for book club sets. Sponsored by Friends of returning for six weeks to the library for the “Memoir Project.” the Cedar Falls Public Library How do we power our stuff in the future? How is energy use, Murder Mystery: Thursday, July 12, from 6–9 pm acquisition, and distribution dealt with in some of our favorite Happy Faces Entertainment will host a special Murder Mystery event books/movies? Are these futures optimistic visions or dire warnings?! WRITERS OF THE CEDAR VALLEY just for teens! Whodunnit? You have to show up to find out! LOLLIPOP CONCERT Lost in Space Sundays, July 1, August 5 & September 9, from 1–4 pm, Meeting Room TBA (check the Teen page): Thursday, July 19, from 6–9 pm Saturday, September 22 @ 10 am Monday, August 13 @ 7 pm Writers age 12+ of all genres are welcome for an hour of dedicated, Laser Tag and Pizza Party: Thursday, July 26, from 6–9 pm Free Saturday morning concerts that delight children and families From the day man first set foot on the moon, the idea of life in space quiet writing time followed by an hour of discussion and feedback. Registration for laser tag is required. through creative formats and approachable themes. The September has captivated our imaginations. Our technology has advanced a Snacks and coffee provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls concert features Jason Weinberger of the WCFSO and an ensemble lot since the original series aired. How has this show and others like Public Library TEEN SUMMER ACTIVITIES from UNI Suzuki School. An interactive Instrument Petting Zoo is it shaped our visions of life in outer space? Does life imitate art? Teen Gaming: Mondays, July 2, 9, 16 & 23 available for hands-on discovery. Sponsored by the Library Discussion will include both the original series and the recent reboot. HOMESCHOOL GET-TOGETHER 4–8 pm, Teen Room Conspiracy Theories Minecraft: Tuesdays, July 10, 17 & 24, from 1–5 pm, Meeting Room CEDAR FALLS FOOD CO-OP Monday, September 10 @ 7 pm Thursday, August 30, from 10:30–11:30 am, Meeting Room Play Minecraft in the library! Teens going into 7–12th grade and 4TH ANNUAL FALL FOOD FEST Put on your best tin foil hat! Who is D.B.Cooper and where is his If you are a homeschool teacher, join us for our second Homeschool age 12+ can access exclusive content with NirvanaOnline! treasure? What really happened on the “Grassy Knoll”? What’s going Get-Together—you’ll learn about services, collections, and programs Tuesday, September 25, from 6–7:30 pm on at Area 51? Why can’t we catch Bigfoot? What *is* the Jersey Devil? available for homeschooling families. We have new information to Slushies & Book Discussion: Wednesdays, July 11, 18 & 25 Featuring food samples from local growers, cooking demonstrations, Bring us your best theories and burning questions. We may solve the share, so even if you attended the first one last year you’ll want to 1–5 pm, Teen Room local food for purchase, door prizes, live music, and hands-on world’s greatest mysteries! come back for this session. Bring a book to talk about and enjoy a free slushy! activities for kids. FREE and open to the public.

16 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 17 TOURISM CALENDAR OF EVENTS Medicare is mailing new Medicare cards. Here are the top 10 Things to Know About Your New Medicare Card: 14 ACCEL Triathlon 20–21 BBQ’Loo & Blues Too 15 Lori King & Junction JULY George Wyth State Park, BBQ Rib competition AUGUST SEPTEMBER 63 Concert Riverview 1. Mailing takes time. Your card may arrive at a different time 3659 Wyth Rd, Waterloo cook-off Lincoln Park, Conference Center, 596-1101 acceltriathlon.com E 4th & Mulberry Sts, 439 N. Division St. 6pm than your friend’s or neighbor’s. Waterloo Fri 5:30–9:30pm; 268-0787 15 Cedar Valley Chamber 291-2038 Sat 11am–9:30pm riverviewministries.com Music—Raiders of 2. Destroy your old Medicare card. Once you get your new Medicare card, destroy your mainstreetwaterloo.org the Lost Art 21–22 The Stinky Cheese old Medicare card and start using your new card right away. Prairie Lakes Atrium, 20 Live To 9—Wicked Man and Other Fairly 1025 Technology Pkwy. Andersons Sturgis Park, Stupid Tales Hope Martin 3. Guard your card. Only give your new Medicare Number to doctors, pharmacists, cedarvalleymusic.org 3pm 121 Center St. 5:30pm Theatre, 225 Commercial liveto9.com St., Waterloo 291-4494 other health care providers, your insurers, or people you trust to work with 16 ISU’s Insect Zoo 30–7/1 Cedar Valley 2,9,16,23,30 College Hill wcpbhct.org Cedar Falls Public Library 20 Night of Fire & NHRA Medicare on your behalf. Pedalfest Gateway Park, Farmers Market 524 Main St. 10am–Noon Member Track Madness 1,8,15,22,29 Cedar Falls 22 UNI Panthers vs 206 Grant St. 268-4266 2205 College St. 4pm 4. Your Medicare Number is unique. Your card has a new number instead of your 273-8643 cedar-falls.lib.ia.us Cedar Falls Motorsports Farmer’s Markets Hampton UNI-Dome, 3,10,17,24,31 Timeless Park, 7227 Waverly Rd. 3–5 Iowa Irish Fest Lincoln Overman Park, 2401 Hudson Rd. 17 Red Herring Theatre Social Security Number. This new number is unique to you. Tunes—Cedar Falls 987-2537 racecfmp.com Park, Waterloo 234-9029 300 Clay St. 8:30am 273-4849 unipanthers.com Presents Sagittarius Municipal Band Overman iowairishfest.com Ponderosa Hearst Center, 21 Iowa Shrine Bowl All 3 Labor Day Encore 22 David Spade GBPAC*, 5. Your new card is paper. Paper cards are easier for many providers to use and copy, Park, 300 Clay St. 7:30pm Star Football Classic and 4,11,18,25 Cedar Falls Concert CF Municipal 8201 Dakota St. 7pm cedarnet.org/cfband 304 W. Seerley Blvd. 7pm and they save taxpayers a lot of money. Plus, you can print your own replacement 273-8641 Thehearst.org Parade Parade on Main St Farmer’s Markets 8:30am Band Overman Park, 273-4849 gbpac.com 5,12,19,26 College Hill in Downtown 9:30am Overman Park, 300 Clay St. 300 Clay St. 7pm card if you need one! 22–23 20th Annual Fall Farmers Market 17–22 Iowa State Trap Shoot Game in UNI-Dome 4pm cedarnet.org/cfband Cedar Falls Gun Club, 7,14,21,28 August Harvest Festival 6. Do not keep your new card with you all the time. Only carry your new card when you 2205 College St. 4pm 2501 Hudson Rd. 493-5371 6,13,20,27 College Hill 6138 W Cedar Wapsie Rd. iowashrinebowl.org Ensembles Overman Park, Cedar Valley Arboretum & need to show it to your health care providers or when you need care. Please see #8. 7 Footnotes: Celebrate iowastateshoot.com 300 Clay St. 7pm Farmers Market Botanic Gardens, 1927 E. the Cedar Falls Authors 22 Cedar Valley Music— cedarnet.org/cfband 2205 College St. 4pm Orange Rd., Waterloo 17 Timeless Tunes Festival Hearst Center, Raiders of the Lost Art 226-4966 11am 7. Your doctor knows it is coming. Doctors, other health care facilities and providers Cedar Falls Municipal 9–12 13 The Musical 8 Park to Park Half 304 W Seerley Blvd. 5pm Trinity Episcopal Church, cedarvalleyarboretum.org Oster Regent Theatre Marathon George Wyth will ask for your new Medicare card when you need care. 273-8641 thehearst.org Band’s open-air concert 4535 Kimball, Waterloo. 103 Main St. 7:30pm; State Park, 2659 Wyth Rd. 23 Amy Grant GBPAC*, Overman park, 7:30pm cedarvalleymusic.org 3pm 8. You can find your number. If you forget your new card, you, your doctor or other 7,14, 21,28 Cedar Falls 300 Clay St. 266-1253 277-5283 Sun 2pm trekmanracing.com 7:30am 8201 Dakota St. 7pm Farmer’s Markets cedarnet.org/cfband 25 Kansas *GBPAC, osterregent.org 8 Glow Stick 5K 273-4849 gbpac.com health care provider may be able to look up your Medicare Number online. Overman Park, 8201 Dakota St. 7pm 18 Cedar Valley Music— 10 Movies Under the Prairie Lakes Park, 28 Rick Springfield GBPAC*, 300 Clay St. 8:30am 877-549-7469 gbpac.com 9. Keep your Medicare Advantage Card. If you’re in a Medicare Advantage Plan (like an Raiders of the Lost Art Moon—The Rookie off Viking Rd. 7pm 8201 Dakots St. 7pm 10–14 Riverview Gospel Kamerick Art Gallery, 26 Party on the Patio— Overman Park, 300 Clay St. 231-4175 glowstick5k.com 273-4849 gbpac.com HMO or PPO), your Medicare Advantage Plan ID card is your main card for Medicare— Sing Riverview Conference UNI Campus 7pm Amelia & Melina CV Acoustic Guitar 6:30pm; 8 ARTapalooza Downtown 28–29 The Stinky Cheese Center, 439 N Division St. cedarvalleymusic.org Hearst Center, 5pm 277-0213 movie at dusk you should still keep and use it whenever you need care. However, you also may Cedar Falls 277-0213 9am Man and Other Fairly 268-0787 6:30pm 304 W. Seerley 273-8641 communitymainstreet.org 19 Juggling Jeff Cedar Falls communitymainstreet.org Stupid Tales Hope Martin Thank you to our Cedar Falls community be asked to show your new Medicare card, so you should carry this card too. riverviewministries.com Thehearst.org Public Library, 524 Main St. 17–19 Old Time Power 13–16 National Cattle Theatre, 225 Commercial who attended, participated, volunteered, 10. Help is available. If you don’t get your new Medicare card by April 2019, 12 Party on the Patio—Zoot 273-8643 10:30am 27 Movies Under the Moon Show Antique Acres, Congress Fair National St., Waterloo 291-4494 & Newt Hearst Center, cedar-falls.lib.ia.us —Lego Batman Movie 7610 Waverly Rd. 987-2380 Cattle Congress Grounds wcpbhct.org and supported the call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call 1-877-486-2048. 304 W. Seerley Blvd. 5pm Overman Park, 300 Clay St. antiqueacres.org 19 Party on the Patio— 250 Ansborough Ave, 29 Gala Season Opener 273-8641 thehearst.org CV Acoustic Guitar 6:30pm; 43rd Annual Sturgis Falls Celebration Karla Ruth Hearst Center, 17 Panther Pawty Waterloo 234-7515 wcfshymphony GBPAC*, Remember, don’t fall victim to scammers wanting your new 277-0213 movie at dusk 12–14 BLAST Iowa 304 W. Seerley 5pm Downtown Cedar Falls nationalcattlecongress.com 8201 Dakota St. 7pm this past June. The collaborative communitymainstreet.org Medicare number. Medicare will not call you regarding your Summer Sizzler The Falls, 273-8641 thehearst.org 277-0213 4–6pm 273-4849 wcfsymphony.org and generous spirit of our volunteers 3025 S Main St. 290-6261 27 Live To 9—The Ice cedarfallsdowntown.com new Medicare card; scammers will! If you have questions, 19–22 The Sturgis Youth blast.usswim.net Breakers Unwind after and donors enables the Theatre Presents Charlie 18 Gran Fondo Cedar Valley call Iowa Senior Medicare Patrol at 1-800-423-2449 or email work with free live music. 13 Live To 9—Stabell-Day and the Chocolate Factory | FondoFest Sturgis Falls Celebration to live on. Sturgis Park, 121 Center St, [email protected]. Sturgis Park, 121 Center St. UNI Strayer Wood Theatre, Downtown CF 493-5371 Cedar Falls 5:30–9pm liveto9.com 5:30–9pm 257 W 27th St. 273-2149 granfondocedarvalley.com liveto9.com In great appreciation, from your theatre.uni.edu/theatre- 13 Movies Under the 24 Movies Under the uni 28–Aug 5 Cedar Falls Bible Sturgis Board of Directors: Greg Grover, Moon—Trolls Moon—Footloose (1984) Conference Riverview Overman Park, 300 Clay St. 19–22 Waterloo Open Overman Park, 300 Clay St. Molly Kahler, Laura Sweeney, Chuck Frost, Conference Center, CV Acoustic Guitar 6:30pm; Golf Classic Irv Warren CV Acoustic Guitar 6:30pm; 439 N Division St. 268-0787 Pete Downs, Jill Thorpe, Jen Jacobson, 277-0213 movie at dusk Memorial Golf Course, 277-0213 movie at dusk riverviewministries.com Jan Benson, Rose Miller, Kim Manning, communitymainstreet.org 1000 Fletcher Ave, Waterloo communitymainstreet.org waterlooopen.com Seth Hadenfeldt, Linda Kennedy, 13–15, 19–22 Grease 24 Doggie Dip Hope Martin Theatre, The Falls Aquatic Center, Jay Stoddard, and Susie Hines. JUNE 30 225 Commercial St, 7pm; 3025 S Main St. 6pm Waterloo Sun 2pm 273-8468 cedarfalls.com & JULY 1 291-4494 wcpbhct.org 25 Cedar Valley Pridefest 300 Block W 4th St, Downtown Waterloo 2018 Noon-Midnight cedarvalleypride.com

Hop on your bicycle and explore the Cedar Valley during the Second Annual Cedar Valley Pedal Fest! Choose from 13 rides! Explore the parks, bridges, breweries, libraries, churches, Another option music, fireworks, popcorn, coffee, and more! for healthy meals! Family friendly rides will be offered as well as Freshii a 65-mile Bridge-2-Bridge endurance ride. 4505 Algonquin Dr. FOR UNI GAMES VISIT www.unipanthers.com Owned by Jen Adair Find details at www.CedarFallsTourism.org/PedalFest and 6510 HUDSON RD. Cedar Falls, IA 50613 connect with the Cedar Valley Pedal Fest event at www.Facebook.com/CedarFallsIA. (319) 268-4266 • (800) 845-1955 *GBPAC: Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. www.cedarfallstourism.org All times and dates subject to change. 18 · Summer 2018 Summer 2018 · 19 City of Cedar Falls PRSRT STD 220 Clay Street ECRWSS Cedar Falls, IA 50613 U.S. POSTAGE PAID Public Meetings Cedar Falls, IA Permit No. 41 9 City Council, Council Chambers 7:00 pm 10 Housing Commission, Duke Young Room 5:00 pm 11 Community Center & Senior Services Board, Postal Customer Cedar Falls Community Center 1:00 pm Cedar Falls, IA 50613 Utilities Board of Trustees, 2nd Floor Board Room 2:00 pm Library Board of Trustees, Library 4:00 pm JULY Historic Preservation Commission, Duke Young Room 4:00 pm WATER TRAILS Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chambers 5:30 pm MASTER PLAN 12 Health Trust Fund Board, Duke Young Room 7:30 am PUBLIC MEETINGS Parks & Recreation Commission, Rec Center 4:30 pm The planning process for the Black Hawk 16 City Council, Council Chambers 7:00 pm County Water Trails Master Plan is underway. 18 Visitors & Tourism Board, Visitors Center 4:00 pm The plan will identify improvements along 17 School Board, Council Chambers 5:30 pm the Cedar River and Black Hawk Creek for 23 Board of Adjustment, Duke Young Room 7:00 pm kayaking, canoeing, and other outdoor 25 Art & Culture Board, Hearst Center for the Arts 4:30 pm activities. Two public meetings are scheduled this summer to gather input for the plan: Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chambers 5:30 pm • Tuesday, July 31 from 4:30–6:30 pm Island Park Beach House, Cedar Falls 1 Library Board of Trustees, Library 4:00 pm 6 City Council, Council Chambers 7:00 pm • Thursday, August 2 from 4:30–6:30 pm Waterloo Boat House, Waterloo 7 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Duke Young Room 5:15 pm Over 40 miles of the Cedar River and over 8 Utilities Board of Trustees, 2nd Floor Board Room 2:00 pm 13 miles of Black Hawk Creek will be covered Historic Preservation Commission, Duke Young Room 4:00 pm in the Master Plan. The plan will identify improvements to each river access on the Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chambers 5:30 pm water trails—particularly improvements 9 Parks & Recreation Commission, Rec Center 4:30 pm related to launch design, parking, water 13 School Board, Council Chambers 5:30 pm quality, wildlife habitat, and quality of life. 14 Housing Commission, City Hall Conference Room 5:00 pm It will also define the difficulty level of each route. Unique opportunities will also be AUGUST 15 Visitors & Tourism Board, Visitors Center 4:00 pm 20 City Council, Council Chambers 7:00 pm addressed for bicyclists interested in “pedal paddle” excursions using the area’s extensive 22 Art & Culture Board, Hearst Center for the Arts 4:30 pm paved trails network. Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chambers 5:30 pm This planning effort is being led by the Iowa 27 School Board (if needed), Council Chambers 5:30 pm DNR and INRCOG with assistance from the Board of Adjustment, Duke Young Room 7:00 pm City of Cedar Falls and the Cedar Falls Visitors and Tourism Bureau. For more 4 Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, information, please visit Duke Young Room 5:15 pm www.cedarvalleywatertrails.com. City Council, Council Chambers 7:00 pm There you can learn more about the planning 5 Library Board of Trustees, Library 4:00 pm process, view the interactive water trails map, and review handouts on topics related to 10 School Board, Council Chambers 5:30 pm paddling in Black Hawk County. 11 Housing Commission, City Hall Conference Room 5:00 pm 12 Community Center & Senior Services Board, Cedar Falls Community Center 1:00 pm Utilities Board of Trustees, 2nd Floor Board Room 2:00 pm Historic Preservation Commission, Duke Young Room 4:00 pm Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chambers 5:30 pm 13 Parks & Recreation Commission, Rec Center 4:30 pm 17 City Council, Council Chambers 7:00 pm Human Rights Commission, Duke Young Room 7:00 pm 19 Visitors & Tourism Board, Visitors Center 4:00 pm 24 School Board, Council Chambers 5:30 pm SEPTEMBER Board of Adjustment, Duke Young Room 7:00 pm 26 Art & Culture Board, Hearst Center for the Arts 4:30 pm Planning & Zoning Commission, Council Chambers 5:30 pm

Changes and cancellations are noted at www.cedarfalls.com. 20 · Summer 2018