City of Cedar Rapids, IA

11/10/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/09/2026 23:18

Most City Departments Closed Wednesday, November 11

The City of Cedar Rapids will observe the Veterans Day holiday on Wednesday, November 11. Most City departments will be closed; however, the following services will operate as outlined:

  • Animal Care & Control - Administrative offices will be closed. If you have an animal emergency, please call CRPD Dispatch at 319-286-5491.
  • City Manager's Office - Administrative offices will be closed.
  • Fire Department - Emergency response services will remain available.
  • Joint Communications Center - Emergency services will continue.
  • Library - Downtown and Busse Branch locations will be operating regular business hours from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
  • Parks & Recreation - Administrative offices will be closed.
    • Bender Pool, Northwest Recreation Center, and Ushers Ferry facilities will be closed.
    • Ellis, Gardner, and Twin Pines Golf Courses will be open during regular business hours
  • Police Department - Administrative offices will be closed. Emergency response services will be available. Non-emergency calls can be made to 319-286-5491.
  • Solid Waste & Recycling - Administrative offices closed. Garbage, yard waste, and recycling WILL still be collected.
  • Transit - Buses will operate on their regular schedule.
  • Utilities - All utilities will remain in service.
24-Hour Emergency Contacts:
  • Water Division: 319-286-5910
  • Public Works Sewer Division: 319-286-5815
  • Public Works Streets Division: 319-286-5826
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