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Cedar Rapids is a vibrant city, encompassing unique attractions, exciting events, specialty shopping, a dynamic art scene, and a large variety of restaurant and nightlife options. You’ll find that Cedar Rapids offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest.

Get to know Cedar Rapids in a whole new way by exploring the diverse arts and culture scene. Here is a list of things to do and places to see to help enrich your experience. Learn more about the history of City Hall and the Federal Courthouse Mural .

Jan 7, 2025 · President Biden signed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024 into law on Saturday, January 4. The law includes language to help accelerate progress on the Cedar River Flood Protection System. “This is an encouraging step for Cedar Rapids as we work to strengthen our flood resilience,” said City Manager Jeff Pomeranz.

Learn about the work of the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission. Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Law Employment, education, credit, public accommodations, and housing based on protected classes.

5 days ago · The Cedar Rapids Police Department's monthly crime numbers for January are in. The first month of the new year ends with shots fired slightly higher than the same month in 2024 and the year-over-year average jumping 25%.

Jan 1, 2025 · We have made significant progress on the Cedar Rapids Flood Control System, with more than one-third of the system now complete. This transformative investment has strengthened our community’s resilience and promoted reinvestment in the flood zone.

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The City of Cedar Rapids is committed to the public safety of our residents and to providing clean, safe, great-tasting drinking water now and into the future. Providing drinking water to the public is a highly regulated process, with regulations set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).