Inside Cedar Rapids

Jason Andrews discusses COVID-19 Emergency Response from the City of Cedar Rapids.

Economic development is intended to improve the lives of citizens of Cedar Rapids. Jasmine Almoayyed, Economic Development Manager, discusses the economic development actions of the city.

Recycling is a little more complex than popping your water jugs into a special bin. Mark Jones, Solid Waste Superintendent, discusses recycling in Cedar Rapids.

A library card provides access to vast resources. Amber McNamara, Community Relations Manager of Cedar Rapids Public Library, discusses the benefits of having a library card.

The public safety agencies of Cedar Rapids work to protect the community. Cedar Rapids Police Chief Wayne Jerman and Cedar Rapids Fire Chief Greg Smith discuss how their departments have received the Gold Standard Accreditation.

Construction in Cedar Rapids is quite involved. Nate Kampman, City Engineer, discusses what you can expect to see around the city and how those projects come about.

Preserving historic landmarks is important to maintain the timeline of changes in a city. Jennifer Pratt, Community Development Director, discusses how they work to protect and repurpose historic landmarks.

What happens with cold cases? Officer Matt Denlinger discusses how something becomes a cold case and how the Police Department works to resolve those cases.

Flood control prevention is one small aspect of the City of Cedar Rapids Department of Public Works. Jen Winter, Public Works Director, discusses what residents need to know about flooding.