Welcome to Sioux City NOTES Sioux City is located in the center of America’s Heartland at the confluence of the Missouri and Big Sioux Rivers and at the junction of the States of Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. Sioux City is a community of people dedicated to economic development and productivity. That dedication is embodied in the basic values of our Midwestern heritage that still thrives today, a heritage of strong work ethic, dedication to high- quality education and old fashioned ideals. Our quality of life is evidenced by the low cost of living, low crime rates and the community’s dedication to health care and education. The City’s 82,000 residents support a variety of activities for families, including the Tyson Events Center, Long Lines Family Rec Center, the Art Center, a symphony orchestra, a municipal band, 54 municipally owned parks and a multitude of cultural and recreational programs. Sioux City has twice received the prestigious “All-America City” designation awarded by the National Civic League. We are glad that you have chosen the City of Sioux City to call home. This resident’s guide was designed by the City of Sioux City to assist you in becoming familiar with the various activities and services we offer. City of Sioux City 405 6th Street Sioux City, Iowa 51101 712-279-6109 A Sioux City ordinance requires that all cats and dogs be licensed. The cost of a pet license is $11 for neutered pets or $31 for intact pets. Rabies vaccination must be current before a license can be issued. Licenses can be obtained from the Customer Service Center in City Hall, 405 6th Street; Sioux City Animal Adoption and Rescue Center, 2400 Hawkeye Drive; or from participating veterinarians. The Excess Pets ordinance limits households to no more than 2 pets of the same species with a maximum of 3. Obtaining the permit allows a residence to exceed the limit. The $10 permit is good for 2 years from the date of issue. The application procedure is simple, all pets must be licensed and vaccinated for rabies before a permit can be issued. Information pertaining to pet licenses or the Excess Pets Permit is available at www.sioux-city.org or call 712- 224-7387. Sioux City residents have access to numerous cultural facilities and events that provide residents with excellent theatre, film, music, dance, and museums. Numerous Sioux City periodicals provide up-to-date listings of shows and performances at area museums, galleries, and theatres. For current information consult the following publications: Sioux City Journal, The Weekender, or log on to www.VisitSiouxCity.org. Looking for a way to enhance the beauty of Sioux City? The City of Sioux City is looking for groups and organizations to participate in a community service program called "Adopt A Street.” Organizations, businesses, and individuals volunteer to "Adopt A Street.” They then maintain their street by picking up litter. Signs are placed on sections of streets that have been adopted so residents know who has taken pride in the City and put forth the extra effort to keep the City looking great. Typically, groups pick up trash a minimum of three times per year - once in the spring, summer, and fall. Naturally, more frequent trash pick-up enhances the appearance of the area and groups may clean-up their adopted streets as often as they wish. Because this is a volunteer program, no demands are placed on the individuals or organizations participating in this program. We only ask if your group is no longer interested in this program that you let us know so other organizations can adopt this street. The City provides garbage bags and loans safety vests to groups who adopt a street. The garbage bags can be left along the street, and City crews will pick them up. If you are interested in the "Adopt A Street" Program, contact Field Services at 712-279-6886. A Designed by the prominent Chicago architectural firm of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the building offers spacious exhibition galleries, a 131-seat lecture hall, the Junior League Hands On! Gallery for children, state-of-the-art classrooms, a permanent collection gallery, and an environmentally designed vault to preserve the permanent collection. The building's most striking architectural feature is its three-story glass atrium. A Rich Tradition The Art Center has served as a cultural focus for the community and the surrounding area for more than 70 years. Founded in 1938 as a Works Progress Administration project, it was established to serve people of all ages and backgrounds. Since then, its mission has evolved into bringing the excitement of the visual arts to the region through exhibitions, a permanent collection and art education. Enriching Programs Each year the Art Center presents a year-round program of changing exhibitions, including major traveling exhibitions. The Margaret Ann Martin Everist Permanent Collection Gallery features work from the Permanent Collection supported with extensive educational publications. The Permanent Collection exhibition includes work by both nationally and re- gionally acclaimed artists including: Grant Wood, Joseph Norman, Keith Jacobshagen, Larry Schwarm, George Inness, Michael Eastman, Robert C. Therien Jr., Karen Chesterman, Jan Zelfer Redmond, Peggy Flora Zalucha, and Andrew Langoussis. In addition, the Art Center offers a variety of classes for students of all ages and presents ArtSplash, an annual outdoor festival of the arts, held each Labor Day weekend. Admission - Admission to the Art Center is FREE! Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday - 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday - 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed Mondays and Holidays Tours - Group or individual tours can be arranged, call the Art Center, 712-279-6272, ext. 200. Parking - Limited number of spaces are available on site. More parking is available at the Third and Jackson Street parking ramp. Rental Opportunities Our facility is a great location for special events. Whether it be the T.S. Martin Atrium, meeting rooms, or the Stark Lecture Hall, the Sioux City Art Center may be the ideal location for a presentation, meeting, or special event. Call for more information and a fee schedule. Located at: 225 Nebraska St. Sioux City, Iowa 51101-1712 Telephone: 712-279-6272 Fax: 712-255-2921 www.siouxcityartcenter.org A SIOUX GATEWAY AIRPORT C O L O N E L B U D D A Y F I E L D The Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field serves citizens of Sioux City and the surrounding region through business and leisure commercial air travel, corporate aircraft opera- tions, private aviation, and military aviation. Located at Exit 141 off I-29, Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field is con- veniently located and easily accessible. For more information call 712-279-6165 or log on to the Airport’s website at www.flysux.com. Iowa law requires you to register your motor vehicle with the county treasurer's office in your county within 30 days from the date you establish residency. Iowa registration is required even though your license plates may still be valid in another state. Motor vehicle licenses must be renewed each year; notification of the renewal will be sent to your home by the State of Iowa. The cost of the annual license and registration fees depends on the make, model, and year of your vehicle. Vehicle licenses can be obtained at the Woodbury County Treasurer's Office, located in the Trosper-Hoyt Building, 822 Douglas Street. For more information call 712-279-6500. Sioux City has twice received the prestigious "All-America City" designation awarded by the National Civic League. B Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Transfers Free transfers are available to Sioux City Transit System patrons. Please ask for a transfer when the fare is paid. Transfers are valid for 60 Bus Fares minutes after the time shown on the bottom of the transfer. Refer to the reverse side of the transfer for specific rules regarding their use. Exact fare please, Drivers DO NOT make change! Disabled/Senior Citizen Tickets Adult Cash Fare $1.80 To qualify for Senior Citizen tickets, or pay a discounted fare, valid and Adult Monthly Pass $48.00 proper identification needs to be shown. This may include a Medicare Tokens 20 for $31.00 card or a state-issued ID card. To qualify for disability tickets or a discounted fare, valid and proper identification needs to be shown by the Weekly Ticket $18.00 individual. Student Ticket $15.50 Sr. Citizen 10-ride Ticket $9.00 ADA Paratransit Service Disabled 10-ride Ticket $9.00 The Sioux City Transit System provides accessible, demand response Sr. Citizen/Disabled Monthly $42.00 bus transportation for elderly, disabled, or other individuals with special transportation needs. To qualify for ADA paratransit service, individuals Sr. Citizen/Disabled Cash $.90 may obtain an application by calling the Sioux City Transit System at Youth Cash Fare $1.55 712-279-6405. Please allow up to 21 days for a reply. Once approved, ride arrangements must be made one day in advance. If there are any Children Under 5 Free questions regarding the services, contact the individual providers. (Accompanied by an Adult) Transfer Free Siouxland Regional Transit System: 712-279-6919 No Service is provided on Sundays or the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving ,or Christmas. Lost & Found If you believe you have lost an article on the bus, contact the Sioux City Transit System at 712-279-6404.