City of Cedar Falls
Spring 2016 Volume 26 No. 4
Our citizens are our business
University Avenue Construction
IS UNDERWAY!
If you have traveled the University Avenue corridor you will have seen that the city has launched this project. Reconstruction includes removal and total replacement of the pavement, storm sewer, water main, sanitary sewer, street lighting, and more. Added components are a recreational trail on the north side, sidewalks on the south side, bus pull offs and new shelters for bus stops, and landscaping. The reconstruction of the entire corridor is separated into three phases: • Phase 1: Grove Street to McClain Drive • Phase 2: McClain Drive to Midway Drive CONSTRUCTION PHASES • Phase 3: Main Street to Grove Street Phase 1: Grove St to McClain Dr It is anticipated to take three to four years to complete all phases.
Phase 2: McClain Dr to Midway Dr Phase 3: Main St to Grove St
WHAT IS HAPPENING IN 2016? Phase 1 has begun. K. Cunningham Construction Co. has been hired as the general contractor. Private utility relocations have already started (CenturyLink, MediaCom, etc.). Work began March 1, 2016 that includes water main replacement, pavement removals, and construction of a box culvert at Dry Run Creek north of the Boulder Drive intersection. Single lane closures on University Avenue should be expected during this time. As the project continues, the north side (westbound lanes) will be constructed first. Traffic will be shifted to the southern lanes during that time. After that, work will be on the south side (eastbound lanes), shifting traffic to the northern lanes.
TRAFFIC AND ACCESS Through traffic will be maintained during construction. All residences and businesses will continue to have access. There may be intermittent short-term periods where access is impacted while the contractor performs construction activities. Signs will help motorists know how to access businesses during construction. University Avenue will remain open throughout construction and all businesses will have access. Please support the businesses during construction!
COMMUNICATION
PHASE 1 BY THE NUMBERS 57,500 square yards of pavement 9,700 square yards of trails & sidewalks 12,000 feet of storm sewer pipe 140 storm sewer structures 8,000 feet of water main
Project information will be conveyed a variety of ways during construction: • Public Meetings • Weekly construction meetings with local businesses • Social media (Facebook and Twitter) Weekly updates will be shared via the project website and social media informing the public about the planned construction activities for that week. When the situation arises, daily updates will be provided if there is an unplanned lane closure, accident, or change in schedule. The redefined vision of the University Avenue corridor is taking its first steps towards becoming a reality. This is a significant project that will involve many steps FIND INFO AT to complete. Please be patient during construction, patronize businesses in this area, and stay abreast of construction updates during this transformation. Find us on Facebook: UniversityAvenue Twitter @CFUnivAveRecon
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TRAVEL SURVEY NEEDS YOUR HELP Keep an eye on your mailboxes for the National Household Travel Survey (NHTS). Between March 2016 and April 2017, 18,000 households throughout Black Hawk County, will be randomly selected to receive a letter asking for participation in the NHTS. It is not junk mail! The NHTS is a travel log of all people in your household to be completed over a 24-hour period. Data gathered will be used to assist in local traffic forecasting and long-term transportation planning. The last time a survey of this magnitude was conducted in the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area was in 1969. The NHTS is being coordinated by the Iowa Northland Regional Council of Governments (INRCOG), a planning agency which serves a six-county region. Participation is voluntary and your personal information will be kept confidential as required by law. The future of transportation planning throughout Black Hawk County depends on your input. For more information, contact Kevin Blanshan at kblanshan@inrcog.org.
Housing Conversion Incentives The City of Cedar Falls has established a new program focused on converting a rental property back to a single family owner occupied home. The program is based on a recommendation of the Rental Task Force that met throughout 2014, in an effort to balance the of amount of rental and owner occupied homes in certain neighborhoods with high rental concentrations. The program offers a Forgivable Loan up to $10,000 for improvements to a residential rental property being converted to a single family, owner occupied residence. Projects must meet the following minimum criteria: • Areas of less than 75% rental properties, with preference to areas under 50%. • Forgivable Loan funds are solely for the home exterior or property improvements. • R-1 or R-2 zoning must be in place for the block. • Property must have been a rental for at least 3 years. Major exterior improvements may include: • Siding • Windows • Landscaping, if part of a larger project • Roof • Removing excess or deteriorate paving, or replacing gravel with hard surface For an application visit the City’s website at www.cedarfalls.com For info contact: Iris Lehmann, Planner at 319-268-5185 or Iris.Lehmann@cedarfalls.com
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Parking Permits Downtown: Tired of meters and worrying about parking limits? Did you know that you could purchase a parking permit for unlimited parking in all municipal lots? The Cedar Falls downtown has five (5) lots that accept permits. Permits can be daily ($2), monthly ($20), or yearly ($220) with parking on a first come, first served basis. Permits for the downtown municipal lots can be purchased at: City Hall, 220 Clay St., Cedar Falls, IA 50613. For info, call 273-8600, Mon.–Fri. from 8–5 p.m.
Yard Waste Drop-Off & Compost Facility
Curbside Yard Waste Collection Options
This facility opens April 1st and will remain open through November. The facility is located in the 300 block of East Main Street in Cedar Falls. Hours of operation are from 7:30 am to 6 pm Monday through Friday and 8 am to 6 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Residents are allowed to bring brush, logs, leaves, garden waste, and grass clippings. Brush and twigs are processed separately from the yard and garden waste. Garbage and demolition material is not accepted at this site. Wood mulch and compost is available to residents free of charge during normal operating hours. Residents are required to “load their own” so be sure to bring containers and shovels. Available to Cedar Falls Residents Only
Cedar Falls yard waste carts will be emptied each Monday at a reduced cost of $5 per dump during the month of April, beginning Monday, April 4th through April 30. During the week of April 18th through April 22nd 2016, yard waste carts will be collected as often as possible citywide. Those who use yard waste carts are reminded not to overload their carts. The weight limit is 250 pounds. Please do not put dirt, sod, or ashes in the yard waste carts. Remember to place your yard waste cart at the curb by 7 a.m. on the day of collection and remove it by 8 p.m. the same day. Please place carts at least 3’ away from objects. The City of Cedar Falls does not collect biodegradable paper bags Cedar Falls offers automated yard waste collection year round. The normal fee is $10 each time the cart is emptied. All refuse and yard waste are charged to Utility billing.
Did you know?… ALL LOADS OF WASTE MATERIAL MUST BE COVERED OR SECURED WHEN BEING TRANSPORTED IN CEDAR FALLS AND ALL OF BLACK HAWK COUNTY. Ordinance 12-12 provides that no person shall haul, transport or otherwise convey any garbage, rubbish, trash, refuse, yard waste, building material, tree or shrubbery branches or limbs or other waste material within the city unless the material is contained in covered receptacles or is otherwise secured either to or within the vehicle so that the waste material does not fall off or blow off or out of the vehicle hauling the material. If any of the garbage, rubbish, trash, waste, building material, tree or shrubbery branches or limbs or other waste material falls off or blows off or out of the vehicle, the person hauling the material shall clean up all of the waste material.
Thanks for helping to keep Cedar Falls clean!
The Waste Trac Education Team has moved! With the renovations scheduled to take place at Hartman Reserve Nature Center later this year, the Waste Trac Education Team has moved their education offices to 1500 Bluff Street in Cedar Falls (one block east of the Cedar Falls Recycling Center/ Transfer Station). The Waste Trac Education Team provides an environmental outreach program for the Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission, in partnership with the Black Hawk County Conservation Board. Through their outreach program and Household Hazardous Materials drop-off events, Waste Trac reached over 9,600 citizens last calendar year with their two person team. The new space will allow the program
IMPORTANT YARD WASTE PICK-UP SCHEDULE 2016 During the months of April, October, and November yard waste will be collected at a reduced rate of $5 per dump. Collection will occur every Monday during the months of April, October, and November. BEGINNING JULY 1, 2016 THROUGH SEPT. 30, 2016, YARD WASTE COLLECTION WILL OCCUR EVERY OTHER WEEK BEGINNING JULY 11, 2016. THE NORMAL FEE OF $10 WILL APPLY DURING THIS TIME. Yard waste will be collected during the summer months as follows: July 11, 2016 July 25, 2016 August 8, 2016 August 22, 2016 September 12, 2016 September 26, 2016 Yard waste collection will not occur on May 30, 2016, July 4, 2016, and September 5, 2016 due to City offices being closed. The Transfer Station will accept yard waste daily during normal operations. Mondays are reserved for yard waste only. The hours for the Transfer Station are 7 am to 5:45 pm Monday thru Friday. 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. on Saturday. As an alternative, residents are encouraged to utilize the Seasonal Compost Facility for their yard waste disposal needs. For additional information call 273-8629.
to grow, provide classroom space for fieldtrips/workshops and provide space for the Event Recycling Loan Project. Waste Trac provides a wide variety of free recycling, composting, and waste reduction education programs throughout Black Hawk County at no charge to schools, youth groups, community organizations, and civic groups. Programs can take place during a visit to their education center on Bluff St, at Hartman Reserve Nature Center, at your school, or at your regular meeting location. Walking tours of the Black Hawk County Landfill are also available. For more information visit http://www.wastetrac.org and/or https://www.facebook.com/WasteTracEducationTeam/
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TOXIC MATERIALS & ELECTRONICS DROP-OFF
APRIL 9th
Twice per year, the Black Hawk County Solid Waste Management Commission co-sponsors electronics recycling and household toxic materials drop-off events. BOTH events are OPEN TO ALL BLACK HAWK COUNTY RESIDENTS to get rid of approved items from their homes and garages (some fees may apply). The Spring Event is hosted by Waterloo and the Fall Event is hosted by Cedar Falls, with event costs paid for by the Solid Waste Management Commission. The next drop-off event will be held on Saturday, April 9th from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Waterloo Waste Water Treatment Plant (3505 Easton Avenue). Volunteers will unload your items for you. For safety reasons, you must stay in your vehicle. Business waste will NOT be accepted. Bring old chemicals, propane tanks, fluorescent light bulbs (compact and tube), mercury thermometers, and more. Each vehicle/household may bring two CRT devices free (older TV’s and computer monitors with the bump in the back). Additional CRTs are $5 each (with no limit). Please bring exact cash only. Bills larger than $20 will not be accepted. All hard drives will be shredded. Many other electronic and electrical items (flat screen TVs/monitors, vacuums, holiday lights, game systems, etc) will be recycled at no cost. A complete list of accepted items can be found at http://www.wastetrac.org/springhhmdropoff.html. Approximately 50 volunteers (Age 18+) are needed. Volunteers assist with unloading items, directing traffic, surveying and making this event efficient. Two volunteer shifts are available: from 7:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. or from 7:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. To volunteer, call 266-TRAC (8722) email tturner@co.black-hawk.ia.us. Items not accepted: paint, appliances (including microwaves, stoves, dryers, dehumidifiers, washers, refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.), tires, motor oil, antifreeze, asbestos, ammunition, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, radioactive materials, or non-hazardous waste. Electronics waste and hazardous materials from businesses will not be accepted. The Fall Event will be held on Sat., Sep. 24th from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Cedar Falls Public Works Complex (2200 Technology Parkway). Visit WasteTrac.org for more details.
ADOPT A HYDRANT
Although winter has passed the need to maintain the area around fire hydrants in your yard is ongoing. The winter months bring a special concern to Cedar Falls Fire Rescue, Public Works & Parks Departments. Winter storms can often hide fire hydrants under a mountain of snow making them impossible to find quickly. In the event of a fire, firefighters have to locate and shovel out fire hydrants before hooking up to them. Precious time is lost. Please don’t let your neighborhood hydrant remain “undercover”. Cedar Falls Fire Rescue is asking that you help us by keeping the fire hydrant closest to your residence or business clear of snow, weeds, brush and obstruction. We need 3 feet of clearance on all sides of the hydrant Year Round. Citizens, businesses and community and civic groups (Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Church’s etc.) can “adopt” a hydrant or hydrants in their neighborhood. To adopt-a-hydrant, please call Cedar Fall Fire Rescue Headquarters at (319) 273-8622. For doing this, you will receive a hydrant adoption certificate along with our sincere thanks.
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Waste Vegetable Oil Disposal
Ever had a fish fry or deep fry a turkey for a holiday and wondered what to do with the waste vegetable oil? The City of Cedar Falls Public Works and Parks Division has your answer. The transfer station located at 16th & State Street now accepts Waste Vegetable Oil (WVO). This includes any type of liquid vegetable oil used for cooking. Bacon grease or solid cooking grease is not accepted as part of this collection and should be disposed of in the regular garbage. The used vegetable oil is converted into a biofuel additive for diesel fuel. However, W V O should not be confused with petroleum based oils. The Cedar Falls Transfer Station has been accepting used motor oil for several years which is recycled into new motor oil. Both oil collection points are clearly marked, please be sure oils are deposited in the proper container to prevent cross contamination. If you have questions upon arrival at the transfer station an attendant will be glad to assist. For questions call 273-8629.
Code Enforcement Shifts from Snow to Grass As our seasons change, so does the focus of Code Enforcement. During the months of summer, Code Enforcement is busy with tall grass and weed complaints. Cedar Falls would like to remind residents to cut their grass on a regular basis. The City code prohibits grass and weeds exceeding more than 12 inches in height. If staff discovers a property in violation, or if a complaint is filed, the first time a letter will be sent to the property owner. If this violation is not corrected within the designated timeframe, the City contractor will perform the work and the cost will be assessed to the property owner. In conjunction with mowing your yard help keep our streams and lakes clean through proper lawn maintenance practices. Please keep your grass clippings out of the streets!
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email overload.) Greetings! Leadership: Once again, I have been the beneficiary of valuable My first 50 days of serving this great city have been an honor, and I am very humbled to be in this position. First and advice and input from staff, city stakeholders, and previous foremost, our staff at City Hall and our City Council members leadership. One area of keen focus has been a different engagement have been welcoming and accommodating. As I’ve delved in to the of community members at our city council meetings, which I believe volume of information that entails city government – and the feeling has been successful. Along with various individuals, we’ve been able of being overwhelmed has crept in – I was reminded for now, “focus to convey Cedar Falls’ interests to state representatives at City Hall, the Statehouse in Des Moines, and on a recent trip to Washington, on the issues you campaigned on.” That’s been great advice. Business/Economic Development: I’ve had productive meetings D.C. I believe this advocacy is important groundwork in securing with a range of key community leaders, local business owners, Cedar Falls’ future economic growth and success. PLEASE NOTE: If a speaker at the Cedar Falls and Cedar Valley leadership, and the list goes on. Thanks to insightful planning by our competent city staff, we are in position Public Forum portion of City Council to benefit from many wonderful opportunities taking place within Meetings wishes to display information, please send your exhibits to the city our community – these are exciting times for Cedar Falls! Communications: This very communication, The Mayor’s Corner, clerk’s office. This information must is one tool I believe will help inform you of what’s happening in be submitted by 10am on the Monday our city, from a mayor’s perspective. Email is another means of prior to the meeting for approval. Thank you for your trust and support communication I plan to employ to keep our citizens apprised of city business. If you would like to receive this timely correspondence, – it is an honor to serve this great city! please email me at MayorsCorner@cfu.net. (I promise it won’t be an
Capturing rainfall on your property provides many positive results for our community and all of the communities down stream by reducing
Retain the Rain
the quantity of runoff and increasing the quality of the water. Water quality is important for every living organism, even humans! There are a lot of ways you can make a positive impact including soil quality restoration, rain gardens, native landscaping or permeable pavements. Soil Quality Restoration—reduces soil compaction and increases organic matter by aerating and adding a 1/4—1/2” layer of compost. This allows for more rain water to infiltrate into the soil and is good for all turf grass areas. You will be able to water and fertilize less Soil Quality Restoration often as compost has lots of nutrients for the grass and acts like a sponge, holding onto rainwater longer. Rain Gardens—are shallow depressions that allow rain runoff from rooftops and other paved surfaces to pond for a few hours and infiltrate into the soil. Rain gardens can be planted to look like any regular landscaping flower bed. Iowa Native Landscaping or Native Turf— replacing turf grass with Illustration by Janet Wissink native grasses and plants greatly reduces your need to fertilize, mow or water your lawn. Native species are accustomed to Iowa’s diverse Note the root depth of the Kentucky systems. This allows them to thrive Bluegrass on the right compared to other climate and have very deep root native plant species. Blue Gramma and during the hot summers. Buffalo Grass are native turf grasses that Permeable Pavements— permeable pavements like asphalt, are low growing like Kentucky Bluegrass concrete and pavers that are laid on a rock base allows for rain to but they also have long root systems, which soak through the pavement surface, through the rock and into the help them survive long, hot Iowa summers. ground or a drain tile.
Need more information? There are several resources available! Call or E-mail: Visit our education partners at rainscapingiowa.org or iowastormwater.org Call the City’s Engineering Department at 319-273-8600 or visit the Engineering/Stormwater page at cedarfalls.com. Printed ‘how to’ materials are available in the basement of City Hall near the Inspections & Engineering Department. Call the Black Hawk Soil and Water Conservation District at 319-296-3262 ext.304 or visit blackhawkswcd.org Permeable Pavers
Native Landscaping
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James & Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts
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EDUCATION
Doodle-Splats: Draw, Print, & Paint
CHILDREN’S CLASSES Spring Messy Mornings (ages 3 – 6)
EXHIBITS APR 04 – May 22 2016: Developing Expressions: Student Art from Cedar Falls Schools Works of art by students from the elementary and secondary schools in Cedar Falls. Opening Reception: Sunday, April 17, from 1-4 p.m.
JUN 03 – JUL 17 2016: Selections from the Permanent Collection
John Page’s Boundary Waters series, Gary Kelley’s drawings of James Hearst, some of David Delafield’s paintings that are new to the collection, and more are on the walls of the Dresser-Robinson Gallery at the Hearst Center.
JUN 05 – JUL 28 2016: Iowa Watercolor Society
The Iowa Watercolor Society’s annual juried exhibition is displayed at the Hearst. The Society’s mission is to support and encourage advancement of watermedia and to foster the appreciation and interest of both the artist and the viewing public. The IWS provides a supportive environment with education and exhibition opportunities for the water media artist of any level. Opening Reception: Sunday, June 5, from 2-3:30 p.m.
Wed., Jan. 13 – May 4 10 – 11:30 a.m. / Rownd Classrooms Limit: 20 students / morning Fee: $7 ($6.30) / morning Instructors: Amelia Gotera & Melina Gotera Children explore a wide variety of materials through messy projects. A parent or caregiver must accompany child. Younger siblings are welcome.
“Show Stoppers”: Drama, Movement, Performance
Limit: 12 students / Fee: $30 ($27) McElroy Classroom Sat., April 9 – May 14 Ages 4 – 5 @ 9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Ages 6 – 9 @ 10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Ages 10 – 12 @ 11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Instructors: Anna Zimney, Kristen Miller Students explore the many aspects of drama, movement, and performance. The final day of class is dedicated to performances for friends and family.
“Muddy Buddies”: Ceramics
Limit: 8 students / Ceramics Lab Fee: $30 ($27) + $7 lab fee Sat., April 9 – May 14 Ages 6 – 9 @ 9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Ages 10 – 12 @ 10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Ages 4 – 5 @ 11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Instructors: Emma Treloar & Jenny D’Allessandro The many wonders of ceramics are introduced to young artists. Each class class works thru exciting 3-D creations.
Gift Shop
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Find handmade artwork such as pottery, jewelry, cards, books and more on display by local artists. For more information about the gift shop, contact Abby Haigh at 319-268-5508.
Limit: 12 students / Fee: $30 ($27) Rownd I Classroom Sat., April 9 – May 14 Ages 10 – 12 @ 9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Ages 4 – 5 @ 10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Ages 6 – 9 @ 11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Instructors: Mary Pat Lawler & Hanna Flack Young artists explore drawing, painting, and printing skills.
CHILDREN’S WORKSHOPS Spring Art School Day (Grades K – 6)
Fri.,April 15/9 a.m.–4 p.m. Rownd Classrooms, McElroy Classroom Limit: 20 / Fee: $35 ($31.50) Young artists explore a variety of materials and interesting art activities in this fun single-day camp. Snacks provided in the morning and afternoon; campers bring a sack lunch.
Earth Day Workshop (Grades K – 6)
Sat., April 23 / 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Rownd Classrooms Fee: $5 ($4.50) / Limit: 20 Unique earth-friendly art with AmeriCorps Green Iowa volunteers.
CHILDREN’S CLASSES Summer Camp Creativity (Age 3 – 4)
Rownd I & II Classrooms 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. / Limit: 12 Fee: $35 ($31.50)/week Mon., June 13 – Fri., June 17: Nature and Animals Mon., July 11 – Fri., July 15: Superheroes and Friends Mon., Aug. 1 – Fri., Aug. 5: Paints, Prints, and Patterns L i t t l e a r t i s t s e x p l o r e painting, drawing, and sculpting w i t h additional time set aside for a snack, story, and recess.
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Gallery Hours
Tue. & Thu.: 9 am – 9 pm • Wed. & Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm • Sat. & Sun.: 1 pm – 4 pm • Closed on Mondays
TEEN CLASSES
Camp Discovery (Grades K –3)
Rownd I Classroom Group A: 9 a.m. – noon Fee: $60 ($54)/week / Limit: 12 Group B: 1 – 4 p.m. Fee: $60 ($54)/week / Limit: 12 *Students may register in both Group A and Group B for a total of $120 ($108) per week.
“Write On!” Exploring Poetry & Finding Your Voice
“Superhero Stories”: Writing, Illustration, & Graphic Technology
Mon., July 18 – Fri., July 22 Sponsored by the UNI College of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences. In this super camp, instructors assist students in harnessing their imagination to tell powerful stories.
“DoodleSplat”: Paints, Prints, and Patterns
Camp Exploration (Grades 4 – 6)
Rownd II Classroom Group A: 9 a.m. – noon Fee: $60 ($54)/week / Limit: 12 Group B: 1 – 4 p.m. Fee: $60 ($54)/week / Limit: 12 *Students may register in both Group A and Group B for a total of $120 ($108) per week.
“Show Stoppers”: Drama, Movement, & Performance
Mon., June 20 – Fri., June 24 Students learn to use their body as an instrument of storytelling. Student performances are held June 24 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the 3 p.m. performance.
“Big Junk”: Reuse and Recycle
Mon., June 27 – Fri., Students are July 1 encouraged to “think BIG” in this camp dedicated to repurposing used materials. Formal art concepts such as texture, shape, space, and design are learned through imaginative art projects.
Spring
Mon., July 25 – Fri., July What is art if not a bit messy? This camp encourages students to doodle, dot, splish, and splash through colorful activities.
“Planet Art”: Exploring Art around the World
Mon., Aug. 8 – Fri., Aug. 12 Students at “Planet Art” learn about different art forms from around the globe. This eye-opening week of camp leaves students with a greater knowledge of world-wide artistic practices.
“What’s in a Name?”: Introduction to Famous Artists & Styles
Mon., Aug. 15 – Fri., Aug. 19 Paint like Picasso, sculpt like Rodin, sketch like Da Vinci. Be inspired by the masters and take home your own masterpieces.
4 – 6 p.m. / (Ages 13 – 18) Thur., April 7 – May 12 Nancy Price Classroom Instructor: Melina Gotera Fee: $35 ($31.50) / Limit: 8 Regardless of experience in writing or reciting poetry, all interested students are welcome.
TEEN CLASSES Summer “Write On!” Exploring Poetry & Finding Your Voice
2:30 – 4:30 p.m. / (Ages 13 – 18) Thu. & Fri., July 14 – 29 Nancy Price Classroom Instructor: Melina Gotera Fee: $35 ($31.50) / Limit: 8 This fun and creative class provides teen authors with the tools to grow. Required materials are discussed the first day of class. No prior experience required.
FAMILY WORKSHOPS Spring May Day Seed Bombs Workshop
All ages; children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Sun., May 1 / 2 – 3 p.m. / Limit: 20 Fee: $3 ($2.70)/participant Instructor: Becky Stansbery & AmeriCorps Green Iowa Volunteers Rownd Classrooms & Corning Patio Families are invited to create their very own home-made, earth-friendly “seed bombs.” Bring a friend and dress for mess!
FAMILY WORKSHOPS Summer “Honey, I’m Home!” DIY Mason Bee Habitat Workshop
All ages; children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Sat., Jun. 4 / 2 – 3:30 p.m. / Limit: 20 Fee: $3 ($2.70)/participant Rownd Classrooms & Corning Patio Instructor: Becky Stansbery & AmeriCorps Green Iowa Volunteers Although Mason Bees do not make honey, but they need you to make a shelter.
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James & Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts
304 West Seerley Boulevard | Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613 | 319.273.8641 Clay Your Way
ADULT CLASSES Spring Tuesdays, Apr. 5 – May 10 Discover Drawing
9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Merle Poland Classroom: McElroy Limit 15 Fee:$45($40.50) This class is perfect for the drawing student looking for guidance. Supply lists are provided the first day of class.
Discover Zen Doodling
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Instructor: Carrie Worthington Classroom: McElroy Limit 15 Fee: $45 ($40.50) Also known as ZenTangle®, this exciting art form combines simple and complex lines into lovely structured patterns. No experience is necessary. Supply lists are provided the first night of class.
Focus on Function: Wheel Throwing
4 – 6 p.m. / Limit 4 Adams Ceramics Lab Instructor: Kelsey Sorensen Fee: $45 ($40.50) $25 lab fee Students finish the class with their own cups, mugs, bowls, plates, and serving dishes.
“Write Now” Prompted Writing for Self-Expression
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Instructor: Jeanie Steffey Classroom: Nancy Price Limit 8 / Fee: $45 ($40.50) In-class writing activities encourage students to think on the spot and share fresh ideas.
ROOM RENTALS
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Limit 6 Instructor: Kelsey Sorensen Adams Ceramics Lab Fee: $45 ($40.50) + $25 lab fee Demonstrations of various making and finishing techniques help students accomplish their creative ideas.
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. / Limit 8 Instructor: Kelsey Sorensen Adams Ceramics Lab Fee: $45 ($40.50) + $25 lab fee This class is ideal for those with experience in drawing and painting, but curious about clay.
Thursdays, April 7 – May 12 Paint Your Way (Formerly Painter’s Studio)
4 – 6 p.m. / Classroom: McElroy Instructor: Kim Blakesley Fee: $45 ($40.50) / Limit 10 Kim Blakesley, owner of Cedar Valley Art and Wine, provides individualized guidance for each student’s particular interests. A list of required supplies is available at the front desk.
ADULT CLASSES Summer From Flat to Fancy
Discover Acrylic Painting
7 – 9 p.m. / Classroom: McElroy Instructor: Kim Blakesley Fee: $45 ($40.50) / Limit 15 Discover Acrylic Painting provides first-time painters with the necessary steps and skills to construct a painting.
Discover Watercolor Painting
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Merle Poland Classroom: McElroy Fee: $45 ($40.50) / Limit 15 Students can expect to learn about suitable painting materials, basic watercolor painting techniques, the fascinating relationships between colors, and more.
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From Flat to Fancy
Tue. & Thu., June 14 – 30 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. / Limit 8 Instructor: Kelsey Sorensen Adams Ceramics Lab Fee: $45 ($40.50) + $25 lab fee This class is ideal for those with experience in drawing and painting, but curious about clay.
Focus on Function: Wheel Throwing
Tue. & Thu., June 14 – 30 4 – 6 p.m. / Limit 4 Instructor: Kelsey Sorensen Adams Ceramics Lab Fee: $45 ($40.50) + $25 lab fee Demonstrations and discussions on form and functionality will take place
throughout the class. Once the ware is glazed it is suitable for use.
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Thu., June 16 – 30 & July 14 – 28 1 – 3 p.m. / Limit 10 / Fee: $45 ($40.50) Instructor: Kim Blakesley McElroy Classroom Kim Blakesley, owner of Cedar Valley Art and Wine, provides individualized guidance for each student’s particular interests. Supply list at front desk.
Discover Watercolor Painting
Tue. & Thu., July 12 – 28 / Limit 15 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. / Fee: $45 ($40.50) Instructor: Merle Poland McElroy Classroom This colorful class is ideal for the beginner or intermediate student who wishes to gain a strong understanding of the watercolor painting process. Supply list at front desk.
Explore Zen Doodling
Tue. & Thu., July 12 – 28 / Limit 15 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. / Fee: $45 ($40.50) Instructor: Carrie Worthington McElroy Classroom Have you already enjoyed a Zen Doodle class but feel ready to advance your skills? Stretch your skills with class demonstrations, discussions, and studio work time. Supply list at front desk.
Clay Your Way
Tue. and Thu., July 12 – 28 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. / Limit 6 Fee: $45 ($40.50) + $25 lab fee Instructor: Kelsey Sorensen Adams Ceramic Lab Demonstrations of various making and finishing techniques help students accomplish their creative ideas.
Garden Weddings
Gallery Hours
Tue. & Thu.: 9 am – 9 pm • Wed. & Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm • Sat. & Sun.: 1 pm – 4 pm • Closed on Mondays
Discover Acrylic Painting
Tue. and Thu., Aug. 9 – 25 / Limit 15 5 – 7 p.m. / Fee: $45 ($40.50) Instructor: Kim Blakesley McElroy Classroom Discover Acrylic Painting provides first-time painters with the necessary steps to construct a painting.
ADULT WORKSHOPSSummer Red-Hot Raku Workshop
Sat., Aug. 6, 13, & 20 / 1 – 4 p.m. Fee: $15 ($13.50) / Limit 8 Adams Ceramics Lab, Parking Lot In this 3-day workshop, participants will make wheel-thrown forms that will be fired on the last day of the workshop.
“Cultivating Your Creativity” Workshop
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Tue. and Thu., June 14 – 23 7 – 8:30 p.m. / Fee: $5 ($4.50) / Limit 10 Instructor: Carrie Worthington Classroom: McElroy Coach Carrie Worthington e n c o u r a g e s participants to consciously examine their creative practices.
Nat Geo Workshop
Sun., July 17 (Rain Date: July 24) 1 – 4 p.m. / Fee: $20 ($18) / Limit: 15 Instructor: Carrie Worthington Classroom: McElroy and Rownd Learn and apply the process in a collage format during this workshop. No previous experience needed. Each participant must provide their own National Geographic magazine.
PUBLIC EVENTS Hearst Film Series
7 p.m. every Tuesday April – Directed by Wes Anderson April 5 Rushmore (1998; R) April 12 The Royal Tenenbaums (2001; R) April 19 The Darjeeling Limited (2007; R) April 26 Moonrise Kingdom (2012; PG-13) May – Merchant Ivory Productions May 3 A Room with a View (1985; unrated) May 10 Howards End (1992; PG) May 17 Remains of the Day (1993; PG) May 24 The Golden Bowl (2000; R) May 31 Le Divorce (2003; PG-13)
Lunchtime Concerts
Listen to live music. Bring your lunch. Donations go to the UNI School of Music scholarship fund. April 8: The Carbon-Based Octet May 13: UNI Suzuki School Faculty Quartet
Readers Theatre
The Red Herring Theatre Collective presents readers theater performance quarterly. The series is sponsored by Jones Law Firm. Apr. 14 : The Groundling by Marc Palmieri July 21 : Placebo by Melissa James Gisbon
Final Thursday Reading Series
The series features regional authors and provides a forum for local writers. Open mic begins at 7:15 p.m. The featured author takes the stage at 8 p.m. Apr. 28 : Tim Bascom
Movies Under the Moon
Jun. 3: Big Hero 6 Jun. 17: Ice Age Jul. 8: We Bought a Zoo Jul. 22: Bolt Aug. 5: Alvin and the Chipmunks (first “live action” one)
Aug. 19: Star Wars: A New Hope (first one in the original trilogy)
The Hearst Sculpture Garden is the perfect setting for a charming, intimate wedding, providing a beautiful outdoor garden backdrop during the months of April through October. For more information, or to make a reservation, contact the Hearst Center at 319-273-8641. www.CedarFalls.com Spring 2016 | 9
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Cedar Falls Recreation Center YOUTH PROGRAMS Tot Lot & Play Lot
Tot Lot (Ages 3–4) Play Lot- (Ages 5–6) Mon. - Thu. / 9 – 11:30 a.m. Cedar Falls Rec Center Fee: $32/1-week session $150 if you sign up for 6 weeks by May 31 Week 1: June 13–16 • Week 2:June 20–23 Week 3: June 27–30 • Week 4: July 11–14 Week 5: July 18–21 • Week 6: July 25–28 This program will provide children with supervised activities, arts & crafts and our Indoor Park equipment. Free playtime will be scheduled to promote creativity and make new friends. *Parents are asked to provide a photo and informational packet available at time of registration. Sign up early!
Camp Cedar Falls
(Grades 1–6) Jun. 6 – Aug. 12 Cedar Heights: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hansen: 8:30 a.m. – 5p.m. Fee: $105/week, or $890 when you sign up for all summer. *Fees increase by $5.00 each week after May 31. Your child will need to bring a healthy lunch and a drink in an insulated cooler or lunchbox. Campers will participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Parents are asked to provide a photo and information sheet at time of registration. Registration is on a first-come first-serve basis; space limited!
Before & After Care
Jun. 6 – Aug. 12 / Mon. – Fri. 7 – 8:25 a.m. & 4 – 5:30 p.m. Cedar Falls Recreation Center Fee: $5/day or $20 per week session. Take advantage of Camp CF’s Before and After Care for the entire camp week or just a day. This is a supervised program and your child will need to be signed in and out daily.
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BASEBALL 2016 Beginner Seishin Ryu Karate
Grades 1–2 Boy’s Baseball
May 10 – Jun. 9, T/TH 4:15 – 5 p.m. (Ages 7–12) 5 – 5:30 p.m. (5–6 years) Cedar Falls Karate Club 123 W. 7th. St. Fee: $30 at CF Rec Center
Jun. 6 – Jul. 20 / Mon. & Wed. 9 – 9:55 a.m. or 10 – 10:55 a.m. Birdsall Park Fee: $39 by May 31/$44 after Sponsored by CF Police Association
Track (Grades 3–6)
Grades 3–4 Boy’s Baseball
Begins June 6 / Mon. & Wed. (3rd – 4th) 9 – 10:25 a.m. (5th – 6th) 10:30 – 11:55 a.m. Cedar Falls High School Track Fee: $45 by May 31 deadline
National Junior Tennis League Lessons (Ages 7+)
June 6 – July 14 / Fee: $39 by May 31 UNI Courts Tue. & Thu.: 9 – 10 a.m. (Beginner) 10 – 11 a.m. (Beginner) 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Interm/Adv.) Orchard Hill Mon & Wed: 9 – 10 a.m. (Beginner) 10 – 11 a.m. (Beginner) 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (Interm/Adv.)
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Get your kids outside this summer and play some ball!!
*Register early, space is limited. All players will be placed on teams and receive a team shirt.
T-BALL PROGRAMS The main emphasis will be introducing the sport in a fun, organized & noncompetitive atmosphere.
5 Years Old Coed T-Ball
Session 1: Jun. 7 – Jun. 30 Session 2: Jul. 5 - Jul. 28 9 – 9:55 a.m. / Tue. & Thu. / Birdsall Park Fee: $32 by May 31/$37 after Sponsored by Cedar Falls Firefighters
Kindergarten Boy’s T-Ball
Jun. 7 – Jun. 30 / 10 – 10:55 a.m. Tue. & Thu. / Birdsall Park Fee: $32 by May 31/$37 after Sponsored by Cedar Falls Amvets Post 49
K-1st Grade Girls T-Ball
July 5-July 28 / 10 – 10:55 a.m. Tue. & Thu. / Birdsall Park Fee: $32 by May 31/$37.00 after Sponsored by Cedar Falls Amvets Post 49
Jun. 6 – Jul. 20 / 12:30 – 1:55 p.m. Mon. & Wed. / Pfeiffer Park Fee: $42 by May 31/$47 after Sponsored by Rough Risers Kiwanis Club
Grades 5-6 Boy’s Baseball Jun. 6 – Jul. 20 / 2 p.m. – 3:25 p.m. Mon. & Wed. / Pfeiffer Park Fee: $42 by May 31/$47 after Sponsored by Lions Club
SOFTBALL 2016
Grades 2-3 Girl’s Softball Jun. 7 – Jul. 21 / 12:30 – 1:55 p.m. Tue. & Thu. / Pfeiffer Park Fee: $42 by May 31/$47 after Sponsored by Lattin’s
Grades 4-6 Girl’s Softball
Jun. 7 – Jul. 21 / 2 – 3:25 p.m. Tue. & Thu. / Pfeiffer Park Fee: $42 by May 31/$47 after Sponsored by Lattin Photography
Disc Golf Course
FREE eighteen-hole Disc golf courses Tourist Park and Big Woods South.
Picnic Shelter Rentals
Plan your family picnic, outing or just get out and enjoy these facilities. Picnic shelters in the parks may be reserved in advance at the Rec Center by signing a contract and paying a rental fee of $22. Check out www.cedarfalls.com/parks for more info on each park.
Big Woods Lake Campground
The City of Cedar Falls and Black Hawk Conservation Board offer an RV Campground in the NE corner of Big Woods Lake, located on Lake Street east of Big Woods Road. The 12-acre site holds 55 RV campsites, one permanent cabin, tent camping, hard surface roadways and wireless internet service. The Big Woods Lake Recreation Area provides outdoor recreation opportunities including access to the recreation trail system, boating, fishing, hiking and picnicking and a newly established 10-acre prairie. Call (319) 4337275 for info.
Cedar Falls Recreation Center New & Open for 2016!
Cedar Falls Recreation Center
Island Park Beach House
218 Center Street in Island Park, Cedar Falls The Island Park Beach House is now available to be rented May 1 – Oct. 15, 2016. When renting the facility for private events you choose from The East (bridge side), which can hold up to 120 people in a banquet style seating if desired or the entire building with banquet style seating for around 180. Each side has a stainless steel serving counter and a sink with hot and cold water available for use. The facility comes with the appropriate number of tables and chairs located in storage rooms on either side of the facility. Windows open easily for great ventilation and an enjoyable view of the park and river. Ceiling fans will help move the air in an effort to keep the inside of the building cool on the hot summer days ahead. A small deck/ patio is available with the respective ends on the river side of the building where picnic tables are located. Rentals can be made up to one year in advance. Those interested can call the Rec Center at 319-273-8636.
Fees & Deposits Mon. – Thu. Fri – Sun. & Holidays $125 $200 East or bridge side Entire building $175 $275
A deposit check of $500 is required for east side or $750 for the rental of the entire building. Deposits will be returned 3 business days after the rental provided no damage has been done to the facility.
Please remember the park, and thus the building by ordinance, closes at 10:30 p.m. so plan accordingly. A key to the facility can be picked up at the Rec Center up to 36 hours in advance of a rental and must be returned within 2 business days of the rental. • Must be at least 21 years of age to rent the facility. • Understand the facility can only be used from 8:00am thru the park closing at 10:30pm. • Responsible for all refuse and removing trash. • May NOT use any form of tape, nails, hooks, tacks, staples, or like products on walls, windows, doors, ceiling, or fans. • May not enter the building before 8 a.m., store items overnight either before the rental or after the rental and must remove all items by 10:30 p.m.
FITNESS PASSES May – August Tired? Sluggish? Clothes not fitting well? Fitness classes and Fighterbody Fitness are a part of your solution! Our highly trained, certified instructors specialize in strength, balance, flexibility and endurance. Check out our fitness class schedule and reasonable rates: *Fees are ½ price for Rec Center Members unless otherwise stated. Fees: $96 - 4 month pass/$48 (Members) $35 - 1 month pass/ $30 (Members) (Cannot run into the next month) One time class tryout: $5 For a detailed class schedule go to www.cedarfalls.com/fitness
Have you heard about the Trail Fitness Racks in Cedar Falls? While enjoying the trail system, get a great workout in - each stop has a suggested instructional sign for you! The playground isn’t just for kids anymore! Parks and Rec departments across the country are investing in adult playground fitness equipment. While you are enjoying our trail system, try something new in your fitness routine, you really can strengthen and define muscles with this equipment.
Personal Training
Having a tough time staying on a healthy track this time of year? To help meet and maintain your fitness and wellness goals, the CF Rec offers personal fitness trainers. Trainers will meet with you, at a time that works best for your schedule, to lead you through a motivating, challenging, effective and safe workout. We can work with any special needs or injuries you may have. Our trainers will listen to your goals and plan your workouts accordingly. All of our trainers are nationally certified with years of client experience. For information about our personal trainers please visit us at cedarfalls.com/ fitness.
Combines real kickboxing techniques with a variety of intense cardio, flexibility, sprint, step and plyometric based exercises. Fighterbody also includes strength training designed for adding lean muscle focused on definition and tone. No two workouts are the same. Designed for everyone regardless of age, gender, shape or fitness! Student rates available. Fees: $25/initiation fee $75 four weeks (Non Members) $60 four weeks (Rec Center Members) M-Th 6:15–7:15 a.m. M-Th 11:30–12:30 p.m. M-Th 4:30–5:30 p.m. M-Th 5:30–6:30 p.m.
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Cedar Falls Recreation Center Plan your 2016 Golf Outings
FOOT GOLF AT WALTER’S RIDGE GOLF COURSE The City of Cedar Falls has added Foot Golf to Walter’s Ridge to give our citizens additional opportunity to use our facilities. It is a sport the whole family can enjoy. The game is played to a 21” cup located away from the traditional golf green with the rules being similar to golf. Foot Golf can be played anytime and right alongside regular golfers. The Foot Golf courses layouts are with par threes being 60 to 119 yards, par fours being 120 to 179 yards, and par fives 180 to 220 yards. You can bring your own soccer ball (a no. 5 ball is used to play), or a ball can be rented at the golf shop for $2. The cost to play nine holes is the same as golfing 9-holes at Walter’s Ridge. Golf Lessons: (18 +) *Register at the CF Rec Center Tue. / May 3,10,17,24 Wed. / May 4,13,18,25 6 – 6:45 p.m. or 7 – 7:45 p.m. Fee: $38 (limited in size) This program emphasizes the fundamentals and etiquette of golf. PGA certified instructors insure the best possible learning experience. First Timers Only (18 +) *To register call 319-266-8266. Pheasant Ridge Driving Range April 27 & 28 / 6 – 7 p.m. / FREE Introduces such skills as driving, iron play, chipping, putting, and golf etiquette. Junior Golf Program *Register at Rec Center. Introductory Pizza Party: May 27 / 5:30 p.m. Clinic: May 31 – Jun. 3 Program: Jun. 7, 9, 21, 23, 28, 30, Jul.5, 7 Mornings Fee: $45 + $40 Summer Youth Pass Youth Spring Golf Lessons (Grades 3-12) *Register at Rec Center. Fee: $27 / Thu. / May 5, 12, 19, 26 6 – 6:45 p.m .or 7 – 7:45 p.m. The beginning golf lessons teach driving, hitting irons, chipping, putting, and golf etiquette. 14 | Spring 2016 www.CedarFalls.com
Take time NOW to schedule your corporate or group golf outings for the 2016 golf season. The Pheasant Ridge Golf staff will be happy to assist you in setting up a full-service outing at either of the two Cedar Falls municipal courses. The pro shop staff can provide assistance with scheduling your event and other tournament services such as meals, prizes, package deals, and other specials. Golf outings are an excellent social gathering for your organization, group or business. If you are interested in setting up a golf outing or tournament this season, call the Pheasant Ridge Pro Shop at 266-8266 and Golf Professional John Bermel or a member of his staff can assist you.
2016 GOLF PASSES NOW AVAILABLE!
2016 season golf passes are now available at the Cedar Falls Recreation Center, 110 E. 13th Street. When you go to the Recreation Center to purchase your 2016 season pass, you will need the following items: 1. Valid Drivers License or Identification 2. Payment in full with cash, check or credit card 3. Type of Season Pass you are purchasing Your photo will be taken at the time of payment (no other person can purchase a pass except the person who will be using it). 2016 season pass fees are as follows:
SEASON PASS RATES FOR 2016 (tax included) - Available only at the Cedar Falls Recreation Center $760 $195 $440 $540 $630 $1,000 $40
Adult - (18 - 64) Junior - (17 & under) Young Adult (18-24) Senior - 65 and over (Weekday Only) Senior - 65 and over (7 days per week) Family - unlimited use Summer Youth Pass*
*Limited morning play once school is out until the first day of school for the CF School District. Season Passes can only be used from March 1st through November 30th. Daily rate fee required for all golfers from December 1st through February 28th.
DAILY RATES FOR 2016
PHEASANT RIDGE
(Tax included in all daily rates) 18 hole Adult - (18 - 64) $20 Junior - (17 & under) $13 $17 Senior - (65 & over) Young Adult (18 - 24) $17 Second 9 hole rate
PHEASANT RIDGE 9 hole $15 $9 $13 $13 $9
WALTERS RIDGE 9 hole $7 $5 $6 $6 $5
PUNCH CARDS
Punch cards for Adult, Senior and Young Adult rounds at Pheasant Ridge are available (Cannot be used at Walter’s Ridge). These cards can be purchased in ten (10) round groups for a reduced rate. Available only at the Cedar Falls Recreation Center Adult 18-hole Ten Round Card Adult 9-hole Ten Round Card Senior/Young Adult 18-hole Ten Round Card Senior/Young Adult 9-hole Ten Round Card
$175 (Save $25 from daily play rounds) $130 (Save $20 from daily play rounds) $155 (Save $15 from daily play rounds) $120 (Save $10 from daily play rounds)
REMINDER!! All summer program Junior Golf lesson registrations will be taken at the Cedar Falls Recreation Center. Sign Up For Notify Me!
Take time to subscribe to the City of Cedar Falls, “Notify Me” tool. Pheasant Ridge and Walter’s Ridge golf courses will be providing a number of specials during the 2016 golf season. Some will be advertised well in advance and some will be provided mere minutes before they take place. Keep an eye out for Facebook, Twitter and other social media promotions as well.
To subscribe to the Cedar Falls Municipal Golf Announcements at “Notify Me” point your browser to: http://www.cedarfalls.com/notifyme and follow the directions provided. It is that easy!
Cedar Falls Recreation Center
AQUATICS
THE FALLS AQUATIC CENTER SEASON PASSES ON SALE APRIL 11
LIFEGUARDING
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE if you purchase your pass before May 15!
Must be 15 by the first day of class. April 1, 2, 3 / Peet Pool Fri. 5 – 9:30 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Fee: $105 (includes $35 Red Cross Tracking fee) The required book for the class can be downloaded from the Red Cross website: redcrossstore.org/home Students must have Group 9 swim skills and must report to Peet Pool the first day at 5 p.m. for pre-course testing. CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid are included. Must attend all sessions, no exceptions!
RECREATIONAL SWIMMING
LIFEGUARDING RECERTIFICATION Must be 15 by the first day of class. Apr. 9 / Sat. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. / Peet Pool Fee: $66 (includes $35 Red Cross Tracking fee) Individuals must have a current certification in Lifeguarding. First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer will be taught. Must attend all sessions, no exceptions!
WATER EXERCISE Session VI: Deadlin March 27 Session VII: May 4 - May 18 (1/2 Session) Mon. & Wed. 6:15 – 7 p.m. Aquatrim Mon. & Wed. 7 – 7:45 p.m. Deep Water Holmes / Fee: $30 / $15 (1/2 Session) Deadline: May 3 This class will deal with exercise in the pool. Both cardiovascular and endurance.
MAY 28 - AUGUST 21
The Falls Aquatic Center: 3025 South Main, 319-266-8468 Open Daily (weather permitting) Mon. – Sat. 12 p.m. – 8:30 p.m Sunday 1 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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Daily Rates The Falls Peet/Holmes Infant 2 & Under $3 $3 Youth 3-17 $6 $4 Adult 18 & older $6 $4
Holmes Pool: 505 Holmes Drive, 319-553-3012 Open Daily 1 – 4:30 p.m. 6:30 – 8:45 p.m.
SPECIAL EVENT NIGHTS AT THE POOLS
Admission:
BEGINNING MAY 30
$3 Infant (Under 2 years) $4 Youth (3-17) $4 Adult (18 +) or a winter swim pass
SUMMER SWIM PASSES Summer swim passes are good from May 28 – Aug. 21 and will be on sale beginning April 11, sold only at the Recreation Center. Passes are valid during the regularly scheduled hours at Holmes or The Falls. Individuals listed on the Family Season Pass form must meet all our criteria of a family. *Family of 1 adult and up to 4 children or 2 adults and up to 3 children. Each additional child will be $10. Please note the dates pools will be closed. Purchase your pass prior to May 15 and receive the bold discounted rate!!
The Falls Aquatic Center and Holmes pools have plenty of space for kids and adults to have a great time. The Falls is available daily after open rec swimming hours beginning at 8:45 p.m. for a two-hour party. Holmes Pool is available Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun. after 9 p.m. or Sat. 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. for private parties. Rental fees will vary depending on the area(s) being used during the rental period. Lifeguards are provided. Fees: The Falls Safari Falls: $200 Rock Falls: $325 Safari Falls & Adventure Falls : $425 Rock Falls & Adventure Falls: $ 525 Entire Facility: $625 + $25 w/Open Concessions Holmes The cost is $60/hr. up to 75 people. (76+) $75/hr.
Youth (17 & Under) & Senior $90/$95 Adult $95/$100 Family* $170/$180 Lap Swim Indoor Only $65
The Falls Aquatic Center will be providing this unique exercise experience on Mon. – Fri. for adults 16 & older June 6 – Aug. 19 from 11:05 a.m. – 12 p.m., weather permitting. Patrons may choose to walk with the current or against it. Aqua socks will be allowed during this program. $6 Daily or a summer swim pass.
POOL FEES
Resident Non-Resident Rate Rate
POOL RENTAL
WATER WALKING
$120/$125 $125/$130 $220/$230 $75
LAP SWIM TIMES (16 & older) MAY 28 - AUG. 21
Holmes Pool: $4 or a summer swim pass
Early Bird Lap Swim.... 5:45 – 7:30 a.m., Mon, Wed, Fri (moved to The Falls Aug 8-19) Evening Lap Swim....... 9 – 9:50 p.m., Tues & Thur Weekend Lap Swim..... 5:30 – 6:20 p.m., Sundays
The Falls: Adult outdoor fee or Summer pass. One lap lane whenever the facility is open.
SQUIRT GUN NIGHTS: Mondays Holmes Pool from 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. FLOTATION NIGHT: Tuesdays Holmes Pool from 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. UFO NIGHT: Thursdays Holmes Pool from 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. DOUBLE DOLLAR DEAL NIGHT: Fridays Holmes Pool from 6:30 – 8:45 p.m.
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QUALIFIED DAYCARESRSPOT NOW! Local Daycare providers can now reserve the zero-depth Safari Falls at The Falls Aquatic Center Monday-Friday during the weeks of Aug. 8 – 19 from 10 – 11 a.m. Cost is $1 per child and supervisor. Daycares are welcome to bring in snacks and beverages to enjoy in the shaded concession area during this time. Registration will remain open to multiple daycares until the maximum of 60 spots have been reserved for each day. Days where there are less than 15 children registered, daycares will be notified by 5 p.m. the evening before. Registration will close by 5 p.m. for the following day. Please contact Bruce Verink 319-273-8636 to reserve a time.
SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTION Our swim lessons are designed by our staff to help promote water safety for our participants at a young age. Competitive oriented skills have been moved to the more advanced groups. Should lessons at The Falls need to be cancelled for the day due to weather, staff will make every attempt to make them up on weekdays at the end of the third week. The Recreation Division will do everything possible to see that at least 10 lessons are held, but we cannot control the weather. Class sizes are limited. For a full set of descriptions & schedule go to: www.cedarfalls.com/aquatics www.CedarFalls.com Spring 2016 | 15
Cedar Falls Public Library
All programs are free, and open to the public. Please visit our website at http://cedar-falls.lib.ia.us or call 273-8643 for more information, or additional services.
THE MEMOIR PROJECT A picture is worth a thousand words, but memories are priceless. Have you recorded your memories for future generations? If this is a “someday” project on your bucket list, now is the hour. Author Jacquie McTaggart will be returning to the Cedar Falls Public Library for another six-week workshop on memoir writing. This workshop will meet in the second-floor meeting room of the library from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Tuesday for six weeks, beginning April 5. It is open to all levels of writers – both the experienced and inexperienced. Everyone has a story and everybody’s story deserves to be heard. Regular attendance is encouraged, but NOT required. And finally, we hope those who attended the first round of the Memoir Project will come back and we urge the rest of you (no matter where you hail from) to check us out. You’ll like what you see. I promise. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
RUTH SUCKOW CELEBRATION Cake and door prizes await all book lovers at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Ruth Suckow Memorial Association, Saturday, June 11 at 1 p.m. in the Library’s upstairs community room. A short program will be presented on Suckow’s life and works. Iowa writer Ruth Suckow wrote some of the best short stories and novels about Iowa and Midwestern life. She lived from 1892 to 1960 and married Cedar Falls writer Ferner Nuhn in 1929. All are invited to celebrate this fine Cedar Falls and universal writer. “We hope this will be a community celebration,” said Barbara Lounsberry, President of the Association. “Please come to remember and honor this gifted writer who preserved our lives.” For more on Ruth Suckow, see the Society’s official website: ruthsuckow.org
AUTHOR MARY CARVER VISITS THE LIBRARY Mary Carver will have a book signing and discussion about the inspiring book Choose Joy: Finding Hope & Purpose When Life Hurts, on Saturday, May 21st at 2 p.m. in the library meeting room. Her book is about her sister, Sara Frankl, who knows she is dying of a terminal disease, and everything she comes to believe about life and death during the difficult journey. Before she passed away in 2011, Sara spent her last years in Cedar Falls. Although she rarely left her home, she was able to connect with people from around the globe about the struggles she faced and the joy she found in what really matters in life. Choose Joy is a book for all those searching for meaning and beauty in a world full of tragedy. Mary Carver is a writer, speaker, and recovering perfectionist who writes about her imperfect life with humor and honesty, encouraging women to give up on perfect and get on with life. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
LIBRARY READ-A-THON
LIBRARY BOOK DISCUSSIONS
Join in on May 21st, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Friends of the Library will host a discussion of “Unbroken” by Laura More details on our website: Hillenbrand on April 5 at 7 p.m. The morning discussion group will meet on http://cedar-falls.lib.ia.us April 26 at 10 a.m. to choose titles for fall 2016 through spring 2017. The evening group will do the same on May 3 at 7 p.m. Discussions are open to everyone, and sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
AUTHOR JENNIFER HOLM VISITS THE LIBRARY Join us on Tuesday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. to meet this year’s author, Jennifer Holm. All area fifth-graders will participate in workshops with Ms. Holm throughout the week, discussing writing, her book “The Fourteenth Goldfish” but this session is open to all. This year’s author-in-residence program is sponsored by The Max & Helen Guernsey Charitable Foundation, The Cedar Falls Community Foundation’s Robert & Shirley Berg Fund for use by the Cedar Falls Public Library, and the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
2ND ANNUAL CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FESTIVAL Join us on Saturday, April 9 from 10am-3:30 p.m. for this family event. Family concerts, children’s theatre, book crafts, photo ops with Pete the Cat and Skippyjon Jones (and many more), yoga storytime, Eulenspiegel puppets, face-painting, and more, all free. Come dressed as your favorite book character! This year’s festival is sponsored by the Cedar Falls Community Foundation’s Robert & Shirley Berg Fund for use by the Cedar Falls Public Library.
THE POETRY OF JAMES HEARST Join us for “Green Voice: The Poetry of James Hearst” on April 19, 7 p.m., Cedar Falls Public Library Meeting Room. UNI Professor Dr. Jeremy Schraffenberger will discuss Hearst’s life, poetry, with time for questions and answers.
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3 8 TH ANNUAL
COLLEGE HILL ARTS FESTIVAL
JUNE 17-18, 2016
No admission charge and free parking!!! We are very excited this year to celebrate the 38th anniversary of the College Hill Arts Festival! The festival, which began in 1978, is being held on the campus of the University of Northern Iowa at the shady corner of College and 23rd Streets. The hours are Friday, June 17th, from Noon – 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 18th, from 10 – 4 p.m. Seventy five artists, chosen by a panel of three independent jurors, will exhibit a variety of original works including; ceramics, glass, jewelry, wood, paintings, baskets, photography, pastels, graphics, sculpture, and fiber. In addition to focusing on the art, we have very talented musical groups who will be performing on stage this year; Phil & Travis, a local acoustic duo (cover songs); Amelia & Melina, a local acoustic duo (original music); Blame Not The Bard, an Irish acoustic trio from Iowa City; Raldo Schneider & Friends, a local acoustic singer-song writer (original music); Switch Back, a Celtic Soul acoustic power trio; The Atomic Fireballs, local jug band; The oK Factor, a violin/cello duo from St. Paul; and Orquesta Alto Maiz who will be celebrating their 30th anniversary! Complimenting the artists’ exhibits and musical groups will be a hands-on creative activity for children sponsored by the Hearst Center for the Arts; a Petting Zoo sponsored by the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony; face painting; balloon sculptures, and the Young Art Collectors Gallery. There will also be a variety of food vendors to entice Festival attendees. Picnic tables will be located near the food booths and the Performing Arts Stage. Balloon arches will also add to the festivities. We are also honored to have the enthusiastic participation and generous financial support from individuals, institutions, and businesses of all sizes throughout the Cedar Valley. This participation funds our many awards, supports our student and children’s art activities, provides community visibility, as well as the Performing Arts portions of the Festival. Also, we want to extend a big thank you for the incredible job done throughout the year by our Festival committee of volunteers. If you are interested in getting involved with the Festival, please contact us at chafmail@gmail.com. Five artists will be selected by Festival judges to receive Awards of Excellence. Donors of those $500 awards in 2015 were; Friends of the Hearst, First National Bank of Cedar Falls, Martin Bros., Mudd Advertising, and Kat Porter. And, back for the fifth year will be a People’s Choice Award which will be decided upon by popular vote of the festival attendees. The lucky artist who receives the most votes will receive a $250 award! In addition, one artist will be chosen to receive the $750 Founders’ Award which honors the late Hugh Pettersen, Founder of the College Hill Arts Festival. Each summer College Hill Arts Festival supporters anticipate purchasing the official poster designed by Cedar Falls artist and author Gary Kelley. Posters and festival t-shirts will be available for sale on-site during the Festival. Through the years the College Hill Arts Festival has become the place to reconnect and visit with friends and family. Listen to people strolling among the booths and you heard, “Wouldn’t she like that?” or “That might be perfect for ……….” So remember, the College Hill Arts Festival does have gift certificates available in any amount which make perfect birthday, anniversary, graduation, or even early Christmas presents. All the money collected for gift certificates goes directly to the artists whose work is the core of this unique Festival. Certificates are available before the event by contacting Kathleen Porter at 277.4081 and during the Festival by visiting the Information Booth. For more information you can access the Web site http://collegehillartsfestival.com. You can also ‘friend’ us on Facebook.
We hope you will join us on June 17-18 as we celebrate the 38th anniversary of the College Hill Arts Festival!!!
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Island Park Beach House Grand Opening Saturday May 7, 2016
Tuesday, May 10, 2016 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. First United Methodist Church 8th & Washington Street Cedar Falls Tickets: Advance or at the Door: $7 At Door: $1 Preschoolers
Come take a tour and enjoy a day down by the river.
Tickets can be purchased from a Friends of Sartori member or by calling 268.3161. They can also be purchased early at the door the day of the breakfast.
Family fun time will be from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Free children’s activities, including a bouncy house, will be available. Burgers, hotdogs and drinks will be provided. Evening activities 6 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Bring your own beverages and chairs. Visit with North Shore Boat Club members and listen to music provided by 3rd Street Band. No admission charge.
2016 Exhibition & Program Series Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum
What is the Senior Medicare Patrol?
Health Care fraud is the fastest growing crime in the United States. This past year over $10 billion dollars were lost to fraud, errors and abuse in the Medicare program alone. The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a group of highly trained volunteers who help Cedar Falls Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries avoid, detect and prevent health care fraud. SMP volunteers teach people how to protect their personal information, identify and report errors on their health care statements, recognize scams- such as illegal marketing, providing unnecessary services and charging for services that were not provided-and report fraud and abuse to the proper authorities.
From the late 1800s to the present day, inventors in Cedar Falls have patented everything from bed springs to excavators in their efforts to make life more comfortable and productive. View original drawings and reproduction models, try hands-on tinkering, and learn about locally-made inventions that are both interesting and amusing.
STOP HEALTH CARE
Contact Iowa Senior Medicare at 1-800-423-2449 Health Care fraudPatrolis(SMP)the fastest growing • To request a presentation for your community group crime in the United States. This • Receive individual assistance with a Medicare billing you do not understandpast year • Join the Senior Medicare Patrol and help stop health care fraud in its tracks over $10 billion dollars were lost to fraud, errors and abuse in the Medicare program alone. The Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a group of highly trained volunteers who help Cedar Falls Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries avoid, detect and prevent health care fraud. SMP volunteers teach people how to protect their personal information, identify and report errors on their health care statements, recognize scams- such as illegal marketing, providing unnecessary services and charging for services that were not provided-and report fraud and abuse to the proper authorities.
FRAUD
Former Clay Equipment President Cal Schacht will discuss how the company transformed dairy parlor feeding systems. FREE.
Tinkering for Tweens • Fri., April 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
FRAUD
What is the Senior Medicare Patrol?
“A Useful Tool: Invention in Cedar Falls” Exhibition open through December
Chow for Cows: Clay Equipment • Sun., April 10, 2 p.m.
STOP HEALTH CARE
Children in 3rd through 6th grades are invited to a day-camp of fun, problem-solving, creativity, and inventing. $25 ($20 FOR MEMBERS). Pre-registration required.
Make it Yours: Intellectual Property and Inventorship • Thu., May 5, 7 p.m.
What is the Senior Medicare Patrol?
Learn about the invention process from creative spark to patent. Presented by Cedar Valley Maker Dan Weilein, UNI Intellectual Property Officer Katherine Cota-Uyar, and Design Insights’ engineer and registered patent Ellingson. FREE. growing crime in the United States. This past year over $10 billion Healthagent CareDave fraud is the fastest Contact Iowa Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) dollars were lost3,to7fraud, errors and abuse in the Medicare program alone. The Senior Medicare Museum Under the Moon • Fri., June – 9 p.m. at 1-800-423-2449 Patrol (SMP) is a group of highly trained volunteers who help Cedar Falls Medicare and Medicaid Stop by the Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum before Movies Under the Moon to • To request a presentation andexhibit prevent care fraud. SMP volunteers teach people how to for your enjoy an inventive eveningbeneficiaries related to Bigavoid, Hero 6.detect View our andhealth enjoy movie-themed crafts community group protect their personal information, identify and report errors on their health care statements, and activities. FREE. • Receive with a recognize scams- such as illegal marketing, providing unnecessary services andindividual charging assistance for Creative Kids Hour • Sat., June 11, 10 a.m. Medicare billing you do not understand services that were not provided-and report fraud and abuse to the proper authorities. Hear stories of creative and inventive kids and spend time tinkering, building, and crafting. FREE. • Join the Senior Medicare Patrol and help
stop health care fraud in its tracks Summer at the School House Contact Iowa Senior Invention MedicareinPatrol (SMP) at 1-800-423-2449 Iowa: Early to Modern• Students 1st through 6th grades are invited
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ARE YOU READY FOR FLOODS? The City of Cedar Falls is always concerned for flooding potential and stay’s vigilant to protect the citizens and our infrastructure to maintain a high quality of life. The following information is a reminder of what to do if we experience another flood event this year. Become familiar with some important terms which will help identify the threat and hazards associated to flooding.
FLOOD WATCH:
FLASH FLOOD WATCH:
FLOOD WARNING:
FLASH FLOOD WARNING:
Flooding is possible. Tune in to Flash flooding is possible. Be prepared Flooding is occurring or will A flash flood is occurring; NOAA Weather Radio, commercial to move to higher ground; listen to occur soon; if advised to seek higher ground on foot radio, or television for information. NOAA Weather Radio, commercial evacuate, do so immediately. immediately. radio, or television for information.
WHAT TO DO:
GET READY:
• Elevate the furnace, water heater, and electric panel if they are susceptible to flooding. • Install “check valves” in sewer traps to prevent floodwater from backing up into the drains of your home. • Make sure your sump pump is working. INSTALL a battery backup, in case of a power failure. • Clear debris from gutters and downspouts. • Anchor any fuel tanks. • Move furniture, valuables, and important documents to a safe place. • Contact the City of Cedar Falls to find out if they are planning to construct barriers (levees, beams, floodwalls) in your area. • Seal the walls in your basement with waterproofing compounds to avoid seepage. • Create a personal flood file containing information about all your possessions. • Developing a family emergency plan: - Create a safety kit with drinking water, canned food, first aid, blankets, a radio, and a flashlight. - Post emergency telephone numbers by the phone and teach your children how to dial 911. - Plan and practice a flood evacuation route with your family. Know safe routes from home, work, and school that are on higher ground. - Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to be your emergency family contact. - Have a plan to protect your pets.
BE READY:
• Listen to the radio or television for information.
• Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground. • Be aware of streams, drainage channels, canyons, and other areas known to flood suddenly. • Secure your home. If you have time, bring in outdoor furniture. Move essential items to an upper floor. • Turn off utilities at the main switches or valves if instructed to do so. Disconnect electrical appliances. • Do not walk through moving water. If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. • Do not drive into flooded areas. If floodwaters rise around your car, abandon the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely. • If flooding occurs, go to higher ground and avoid areas subject to flooding. • Do not attempt to walk across flowing streams or drive through flooded roadways. • If water rises in your home before you evacuate, go to the top floor, attic, or roof. Contact Emergency Services (911) for help! • Listen to a battery-operated radio for the latest storm information. • Turn off all utilities at the main power switch and close the main gas valve if advised to do so. • If you’ve come in contact with floodwaters, wash your hands with soap and disinfected water.
GOING HOME:
• Check with City personnel to ensure that you are allowed to go back and if your property has been deemed safe. • Listen for news reports to learn whether the community’s water supply is safe to drink. • If your home has suffered damage, call your insurance agent to file a claim. • Take photos of any floodwater in your home and save any damaged personal property. • Avoid floodwaters; water may be contaminated, electrically charged, etc. • Avoid any moving water. • Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded. Roads may have weakened and could collapse under the weight of a vehicle. • Stay away from downed power lines, and report them to the power company. • Use extreme caution when entering buildings; there may be hidden damage, particularly in foundations. • Service damaged septic tanks, cesspools, pits, and leaching systems as soon as possible. • Clean and disinfect everything that got wet. Mud left from floodwater can contain sewage and chemicals. For more information visit www.cedarfalls.com or www.knowyourstuff.org (sources www.fema.gov/areyouready & www.floodsmart.gov)
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Cedar Falls Flood Elevations & Effects Category ID Stage Flood Impacts NORMAL ACTION M i n o r
M o d e r a t e
M a j o r
79.0 87.0
CONSIDERED NORMAL CONDITIONS RIVER GUAGE NOTIFY'S POLICE
88.0 88.5 88.8 89.0 89.0 89.7
FLOOD STAGE Water covers the bike path at George Wyth Water covers N & S legs of Cottage Row south of Snag Creek Northeast corner of Tourist Park floods Water is at the edge of 1712 Cottage Row Rd Water covers the road at 1712 & 1118 Cottage Row Rd
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
90.0 90.3 91.0 91.0 91.2 92.2 92.7 92.7 92.8 92.8 92.8 92.8 93.0
Water covers the north end of Tourist Park Water covers Riverside Dr south of Beech Ave Water covers Big Wood Rd south of Dunkerton Rd Water covers north parking lot of Island Park Water covers portions of Lake St Water is in the southeast corner of Gateway Park Water covers Ford Rd south of Fitkin Rd Water covers Big Wood Rd north of Dunkerton Rd Water covers Lincoln St west of Independence St Water covers Grant St at Horty St Tourist Park floods Water covers Independence St CITY DISASTER RESPONSE PLAN IMPLEMENTED
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
93.2 93.3 93.3 93.6 93.6 93.8 93.8 94.0 94.9 95.0 95.4 95.9 95.9 95.9 96.0
Water covers 900 block of Lincoln St east of Roosevelt St Water covers Cottage Row Rd south of Center St Water covers Big Woods Rd at Lark St Water covers Logan St between E Main St & 4th Ave Water covers McKinley St between Lincoln St & Grant St Water covers the road at 216 Lake St Water on north edge of road at 2125 W Lone Tree Rd Water is at the west end of Clair St Water covers Fitkin Rd CITY EOC IS OPERATIONAL Water covers Waterloo Rd at Utility Pkwy Water covers 2000 block of Lincoln St Water covers the 200-300 blocks of E Lone Tree Rd Water covers south end of Timothy St
1 2 3 4 5
27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35
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SUMP PUMP INSPECTION PROGRAM UPDATE This spring the City will continue the sump pump inspection program started in 2015. It’s an important part of the overall process to reduce the volume of clear water getting into the sanitary sewer system and prevent sewage backups and overflows. The city has been divided into sectors. So far twenty six hundred homes built since 1969 have been inspected in the gold, purple, blue, indigo, turquoise, green, brown, orange, and yellow sectors. This spring we will finish inspections in the red, silver, pink, and magenta sectors. This should complete all of the initial inspections. A small percentage of homes have been found to be out of compliance with city codes and dozens of homeowners have made the necessary corrections. The cooperation of our citizens is greatly appreciated. Not familiar with this program yet? You’ll find details explained at www.cedarfallssump.com. Or you can call Jamie Kramer at 268-5511. Why is this important? Like many cities in Iowa, Cedar Falls faces a challenge with its sanitary sewer system. During significant rainfall events the system is overloaded by excess ground water and rain water (clear water). Overloaded sewers lead to basement backups and overflows of untreated sewage into the Cedar River. This is a health 20 | Spring 2016 www.CedarFalls.com
concern and environmental issue. The City is being pressured by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reduce the volume of clear water that enters the sanitary sewer system. The City has already invested millions of dollars in improving the public sewer mains and lift stations. However, it isn’t enough to solve the problem. Sump pumps discharging inappropriately can be a significant source of clear water. It only takes a few improperly plumbed sump pumps to overload a neighborhood sewer main. Removing sump pump connections to the sanitary sewer is an important part of the City’s response to the EPA. It’s also the neighborly thing to do to make sure your sump pump isn’t going into the sanitary sewer because your pumpage may end up in someone’s basement as overflow. What should I do? The City needs your help to remove clear water from the system. Check to make sure your sump pumps, seepage collection systems (“beaver drains”), and roof drains discharge onto the ground or into a storm subdrain if available. Do not allow your sump pump or beaver drain to discharge into a sink or floor drain, as this will end up in the sanitary sewer. If your sump pump has flexible hose, replace the hose with rigid piping to the exterior of the house.
Water covers 1500-1700 blocks of Center St from Brown Bottle to Cottage Row Water covers the 200 block of E Lone Tree Rd Water covers the westbound lanes of Hwy 57 E of Bridge Water covers Dunkerton Rd between Center St & Big Wood Rd Westbound lanes of Hwy 57 closed east of Cedar River Bridge MANDATORY EVACUATION OF DOWNTOWN AREA AND WESTERN HOME Center St closed south of Janesville Hwy 218 northbound lanes closed Intersection at 18th St & Main St closed
What is an inspection? An inspection is targeted only at clear water sources. It should be completed in fewer than 15 minutes; many take as few as 5 minutes. The inspector will observe exterior grading, roof drains, sump pit/ pump, and seepage collection system if present. If no clear water connections to the sanitary sewer are observed then a Certificate of Compliance will be mailed to the home owner. If a clear water connection is observed then instructional diagrams and instructions will be given to the homeowner during the inspection. What’s the next step? The remaining inspections will be staggered throughout this spring. All owner-occupied homes built after 1970 will be inspected. This construction date is when the plumbing code started requiring sump pumps to be installed in new homes. If your home is within this group, you will be notified by mail when it is time to schedule an inspection. There will be no fees for these inspections. For more information please visit www. CedarFalls-sump.com for FAQs, proper sump pump installation diagrams, program updates and more!
Cedar Falls Main Street Iowa Leadership Award Winners Community Main Street is pleased to announce Julie and Andy Shimek as our 2016 Volunteers of the Year. Julie and Andy have played an instrumental role in establishing the downtown district. In addition to ownership of three successful downtown businesses, their active participation in downtown revitalization efforts includes coordination of summer beautification efforts and flower planting, assistance with the Holiday Hoopla series of events, and continual membership on one or more of the four standing CMS committees. The Shimeks will be formally recognized locally on April 12 and at the Main Street Iowa Award Ceremony in Des Moines on April 29. In 2015, Community Main Street coordinated over 100 volunteers who donated 77,877 hours to downtown revitalization efforts. The volunteer efforts saved the community over $1.5 million dollars in labor costs, according to the Independent Sector. For more information on volunteer opportunities in downtown Cedar Falls, contact the Community Main Street, communitymainst@cfu.net, Carol Lilly, Executive Director, Community Main Street, 277-0213, cmsdirector@cfu.net
Do you love flowers and gardening? Did you know all the flower gardens, sidewalk planters, and hanging baskets in downtown Cedar Falls are planted and maintained by volunteers? How can you help? Community Main Street needs new members to join our downtown Flower Brigade! Volunteer opportunities include the following: JOIN OUR WATERING CREW: Use the gator and water plants along Main Street. ADOPT A GARDEN: Plant annuals, weed, and routine gardening. DONATE:Financial contributions help us to continue decorating with beautiful, blooming hanging baskets, sidewalk planters, and mini garden beds! For information contact Community Main Street, 277-0213 or communitymainst@cfu.net
Downtown Alley and Parking Lot Reconstruction Scheduled Reconstruction of the D and K lots in downtown Cedar Falls has been scheduled for spring and summer 2016. The D and K lots are located behind buildings on the east side of the 100 Block of Main Street. The adjacent alley will be widened for 2-way traffic and delivery access. Work is scheduled to begin in April and completed in mid to late October. Community Main Street will post regular progress and access updates for the parking area as well as suggested parking alternatives on their website: www.communitymainstreet.org For information email cmsdirector@cfu.net or call 319-277-0213.
Customer Service Workshop We want the Cedar Valley to be a friendly place where visitors feel welcomed. Come to our Customer Service Work Shop at the Elks Club in Waterloo at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 5 to brush up on your service skills! See www.CedarFallsTourism.org for more information.
Cedar Valley Tourism Awards Tourism Month is just around the corner and we’ll be celebrating by honoring Cedar Valley events, attractions, restaurants, hotels and other businesses at a Tourism Awards Celebration on Wednesday, May 4, at the Island Park Beach House. To select our honorees, we need YOU! Nominations for the Cedar Valley’s best attraction, event, restaurant, lodging establishment, tourism-related business or organization and best tourism-related customer service experience are being sought. See www.CedarFallsTourism. org for details.
Special Trails Event Registration The Cedar Valley Trails connect Cedar Falls, Waterloo, Evansdale, Hudson, Gilbertville, and La Porte City as well as areas managed by the Black Hawk County Conservation Board and George Wyth State Park. As more large-scale events take place on the trails it has become apparent that communication is vital. All markings for trail events must be done with sidewalk chalk or signs. Spray paint is considered vandalism. A registration process has been developed for organizers of events that charge a fee and/or require signage or marking of the trails. Great care has been taken to make it fast and easy. Registered events will enjoy additional promotion through the Visitors Bureaus, Cedar Trails Partnership, local media outlets and other web sites. Simply log onto www.CedarTrailsPartnership.org, click on Major Events.
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Calendar of Events For more information please visit www.cedarfallstourism.org or call 268-4266 or visit us at 6510 Hudson Road, Cedar Falls.
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1 More Than You See GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 6 p.m. 232-6671. 1-3; 7-10 Cabaret Hope Martin Theatre, 225 Commercial St., Waterloo. April 1,2,7,8,9 @ 7 p.m.; April 3 & 10 @ 2 p.m. 291-4494. 1-3 USA Kids & Cadets National Folkstyle Wrestling UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Rd. 273-4849. 2 Cedar Valley Baconfest McElroy Auditorium, 257 Ansborough Ave., Waterloo. 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. 277-1918. 2 Fools 5K George Wyth State Park, 3659 Wyth Rd. 9 a.m. www.trekmanracing.com 2 Outdoor Adventure Fest (Formerly PaddleFest). YMCA, 669 S. Hackett Rd., Waterloo. 9 a.m. 277-2187. 3 The Letterman GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 3 p.m. 273-4849. 4 Strictly Business Expo Park Place, 1521 Technology Pkwy. 4 p.m. 232-1156. 7 Harlem Globetrotters McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. 7-10; 14-17 Theatre UNI Presents The Trojan Women Strayer-Wood Theatre, UNI Campus. April 7-9 & 14-16 @ 7 p.m.; April 10 & 17 @ 2 p.m. 273-6833. 7 Kishi Bashi with Strings GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. 7 Hops on Main Downtown Cedar Falls. 5:30 p.m. 277-0213. 8 UNI Spotlight Series: Jazz Band One Bengston Auditorium, Russell Hall, UNI Campus. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. 9 Romance Rendezvous II Hilton Garden Inn, 7213 Nordic Dr. 2 p.m. 319-283-0488.
Theresa Caputo – The Long Island Medium McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. Make-A-Wish Iowa Walk for Wishes Gateway Park, Lincoln & E. Main St. 9:30 a.m. 800-797-9474. 16 Jim McDonough’s 2016 Spring Tour Oster Regent Theatre, 103 Main St. 2:30 p.m. (800) 375-7095. 17 Developing Expressions Opening Reception Hearst Center, 304 W. Seerley Blvd. 1 p.m. 273-8641. 19 UNI Spotlight Series – UNI Singers GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849 23 wcfsymphony – Elgar’s Bike GBPAC, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. 23 Riverview Gospel Music Showcase Riverview Conference Center, 439 N. Division St. 7 p.m. 268-0787. 26 The Illusionists GBPAC, 8201 Dakota St. 5:30 & 8:30 p.m. 273-4849. 28 Yappy Hour Pub Crawl Downtown Cedar Falls. 6 p.m. 232-6887. 28 Final Thursday Reading Series Hearst Center, 304 W Seerley Blvd. 7 p.m. 273-8641. 29-30; May 6-7 Disney’s The Little Mermaid Hope Martin Theatre, 225 Commercial St., Waterloo. April 29 & May 6 @ 7 p.m; April 30 & May 7 @ 2 p.m. 291-4494. 29 Emily West GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. 30 Bark for Life Gateway Park. Lincoln & E. Main St. 9 a.m. 815-590-2961. 14 16
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Belgian Waffle Breakfast Cedar Falls Woman’s Club, 304 Clay St. 8 a.m. 266-1431. 7 UNI Spring Commencement McLMcLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. 273-2241. 7 The Hoppers Riverview Conference Center, 439 N. Division St. 7 p.m. 268-0787. 10 80th Annual Friends of Sartori May Breakfast First United Methodist Church, 8th & Washington St. 6 a.m. 268-3161. 14 wcfsymphony – SymphonyCycle RiverLoop Amphitheatre, 225 Commercial St., Waterloo. 273-3373. 15 Furry 5K Run/Walk Big Woods Lake, 1501 E. Lake St. 7:30 a.m. 232-6887. 26-28 NCAA Division III Track and Field National Championships Wartburg College, 100 Wartburg Blvd., Waverly. 800-772-2085. 28 Fourth Street Cruise 4th Street, Waterloo. Noon. 234-2200. 29 – 6/26 Midwest Women’s Bowling Tournaments Maple Lane and Cadillac Lanes, Waterloo. www.midwestwomensbowling. com/tournament.htm 7
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Movies Under the Moon – Big Hero 6 Overman Park, 300 Clay St. Cedar Valley Acoustic Guitar 6:30 p.m., movie at dusk. 277-0213. 3-5 Cedar Valley Cup Cedar Valley Soccer Complex, 3238 DeWitt Rd., Waterloo. www.cedarvalleysoccerclub.org 4 Family Strength Concert Riverview Conference Center, 439 N. Division St. 7 p.m. 268-0787. 4 wcfsymphony Concert RiverLoop Amphitheatre, 225 Commercial St., Waterloo. 273-3373. 3
5-11 Midwest International Piano Competition GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. www.midwestpianocompetition.com 7,14,21,28 Cedar Falls Municipal Band “Celebrations” Overman Park, 300 Clay St. 7:30 p.m. 266-1253. 8-12 My Waterloo Days Various Waterloo Locations. 291-2038. 9-11 Picasso at The Lapin Agile. McElroy Auditorium, Walker Building, Waterloo. 7 p.m. 291-4494. 9-12 Iowa High School Trapshoot Cedar Falls Gun Club, 6138 Cedar Wapsie Rd. 13 “Becoming Virginia Woolf” Book Talk with Barbara Lounsberry. Cedar Falls Public Library, 524 Main St. 1 p.m. 273-8641. 16-17 Iowa Trails Summit UNI CEEE Building. www.friendsofiowatrails.org 17 Movies Under the Moon – Ice Age Overman Park, 300 Clay St. Cedar Valley Acoustic Guitar 6:30 p.m., movie at dusk. 277-0213. 17-18 College Hill Arts Festival 23rd & College St. Fri noon; Sat 10 a.m. 240-5639. 18-19 Moonlight Classic Cedar Valley Soccer Complex, 3031 E. Ridgeway Ave., Waterloo. www.cedarvalleysoccerclub.org 24-26 Sturgis Falls Celebration Overman & Gateway Parks. www.sturgisfalls.org 24-26 Cedar Basin Jazz Festival Sturgis Park, 121 Center St. 268-4266. 25 The McKamey’s Concert Riverview Conference Center, 439 N. Division St. 7 p.m. 268-0787.
*GBPAC = Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. All times and dates subject to change. For UNI games visit www.unipanthers.com.
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2016 CEDAR FALLS BUSINESS & INDUSTRY APPRECIATION & REPRESENTATIVE CITIZEN AWARDS Thursday, April 28, 2016 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The City of Cedar Falls and the Cedar Falls Utilities will honor local businesses and organizations, as well as the Representative Citizens of the Year at the Park Place Event Centre. To RSVP, please contact Kim Kerr at (319) 268-5115 or kim.kerr@cedarfalls.com by April 20, 2016. Cost is $20.
This year’s honorees include: ENTREPRENEUR AWARD
LONG TIME INVESTOR
RED CEDAR COHORT
AMERICAN COLOR IMAGING
The Red Cedar Cohort is a group of passionate members and volunteers who work together to improve the “Innovation Community” in the Cedar Valley through education events, networking opportunities, mentoring, and community outreach. They work to serve the Cedar Valley to unite, create, and build bridges between entrepreneurs, existing businesses, support organizations, and the talented people who are the life blood of innovation in our community. Learn more at RedCedarCV.com
In 1967 American Color Imaging was established in Waterloo, Iowa providing professional photofinishing to photographers nationwide. In 1977 ACI moved to 713 E. 18th St., Cedar Falls and by the early 1990’s expanded into the entire building, completely remodeling the internal and external structure now 715 E. 18th. In 2008, ACI completed a 10,000 sq. ft. building addition. In 2014 ACI expanded into the former Valley Park Lanes building, connecting the two buildings. Occupancy took place February 2015. With 49 years of success, ACI is now working on the next stages of growth which include software and product development for the photography, commercial printing and signage industries.
REDEVELOPMENT INVESTOR
THE MERCHANT MANSION RESTORATION In December of 1912 Frank Ivan Merchant, a classical languages professor at the Iowa State Normal School (now the University of Northern Iowa), celebrated the completion of his newly constructed Georgian mansion at 1927 College Street. The stately home soon became a local landmark, known as the Merchant Mansion. One hundred years later the mansion was in a state of disrepair. Brian Sires and his family restored the Merchant Mansion to its former glory. Details of the life of Frank I. Merchant are available at the University of Northern Iowa’s Rod Library - The Merchant Legacy.
ENERGY INNOVATION
PARTNERSHIP AWARD
WESTMINSTER STORAGE LLC This project was the unique complete reconstruction and restoration of a contaminated industrial use building in the Cedar Falls Industrial Park. Local developers Burk Miehe and Mike Kuebler took the initiative to transform an abandoned electroplating facility designated as an EPA cleanup site in 2013 to a productive, completed and tax generating warehouse facility. A partnership between the local developers, City of Cedar Falls and the EPA allowed this project at 5611 Westminster Drive to be completed.
REPRESENTATIVE CITIZEN
STANDARD DISTRIBUTION COMPANY
BOB & BECKY HARDMAN
Standard Distributing Co. included the latest in energy innovation in their newest building, completed this past summer at 1225 Rail Way, in the Northern Cedar Falls Industrial Park. The company worked in partnership with Pete Olson of Cedar Falls Utilities, Fred Rose, General Contractor, and Tom Stickfort, Electrical Contractor, to incorporate the latest energy technology. Standard’s new building utilizes cutting edge design in LEDs, sunlight harvesting, and lighting & environmental control systems. The company is also in the process of applying similar energy solutions to their original Cedar Falls buildings at 317 Savannah Pk. Rd., 1109 Viking Rd., and 6206 Nordic Dr.
Born and raised in West Virginia and Maryland respectively, the two met while attending Maryland State University. They were married in 1959 and moved to Bloomington, Indiana, where Bob received a PhD in Communication Media while Becky worked as a nurse. After a few years with Bob teaching at the University of Wisconsin in Menominee, Bob became a professor and the Director of The Center for Educational Technology at UNI. Becky returned to nursing in the mental health field at Allen Hospital. After retirement she volunteerd as the coordinator of the Methodist Church Community Meal. Becky served for twelve years on the board of directors of the Western Home Communities. Bob’s extensive efforts for the Historical Society producing films, serving on the board, installing the Lenoir toy railroad, and chairing the Wyth House Council has been typical of his voluteer devotion. He has been president of numerous clubs and boards, including the Cedar Falls Civic Foundation. He served 14 years as a commissioner of the Iowa Communication Center.
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Cedar Falls Community Foundation BOARD ELECTIONS Applications are now being accepted for board positions with the Cedar Falls Community Foundation. The Foundation will elect Board members for the coming year at its April 28, 2016 meeting. Serving on the board of a non-profit organization can be a rewarding experience and an opportunity for personal and professional growth. It also requires a commitment of time, expertise, and financial resources. The full board of the Cedar Falls Community Foundation meets quarterly, the last Thursday of January, April, July, and October. The Executive Committee and working committees meet as needed. Each board member is assigned to a working committee. To apply, please fill out and return the application posted under “About Us/Trustees” at www.cfcommunityfoundation.org. Please also read the “Expectations for Board Member Service”. A slate of nominees is presented to the board for approval each year at the April annual meeting. Directors are elected by a majority vote of current board members. Elected board members will commence their service at the July board meeting. For more information please contact the Cedar Falls Community Foundation at cfcf@cfu.net or 319-243-9170.