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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJanuary 2024 Utility InsertStay cozy, save money this winter Keep warm air in and Jack Frost out for lower energy bills, and to help Iowa City reach its Climate Action goals. These four easy, inexpensive projects will get you started. Find more weatherization tips at energy.gov. Did you know? Iowa City homeowners may qualify for loans for projects leading to a more energy-efficient home. Owners must have adequate equity in the home, and a gross household income below 80% of Iowa City’s median income level. For details and to apply online, visit icgov.org/EEP. Forms are also available at City Hall in the Housing Rehabilitation Office (level 2). Questions? Email liz-osborne@iowa-city.org or call 319-356-5246. icgov.org/Climate Defeat drafts from windows and doors with weather stripping, caulk, or a draft guard. Install window film or storm windows for extra insulation. 1 Replace your furnace filter every three months to keep your furnace running efficiently. 2 Set ceiling fans to rotate clockwise, which pushes rising warm air back down into the room. 3 Sign up for a free home energy audit from Green Iowa AmeriCorps: bit.ly/ICEnergyAudit 4 MLK Celebration and Day of Service 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Mercer Park Gym Monday JAN 15 JAN 12,19, 26 UAY and ICPL Dr. King Series for Youth 5-6 p.m. | UAY Swaim Youth Center MLK Day Family Storytime | 10:30-11 a.m. Iowa City Public Library Storytime Room Monday JAN 15 In partnership with community organizations, the City of Iowa City invites all to participate in this year's celebration of Dr. King's life and legacy. Screening: The Road to Justice | 6-7:30 p.m. Iowa City Public Library Meeting Room A Tuesday JAN 16 icgov.org/MLK2024icgov.org/MLK2024 Details and full calendar of events at more community events at mlk.uiowa.edu MARTINLUTHERKING JR.DAY IOWA CITY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Free events for all ages and abilities are scheduled throughout January and are open to the public. Fridays Stay cozy, save money this winter Keep warm air in and Jack Frost out for lower energy bills, and to help Iowa City reach its Climate Action goals. These four easy, inexpensive projects will get you started. Find more weatherization tips at energy.gov. 1. Defeat drafts from windows and doors with weather stripping, caulk, or a draft guard. Install window film or storm windows for extra insulation. 2. Replace your furnace filter every three months to keep your furnace running efficiently. 3. Set ceiling fans to rotate clockwise, which pushes rising warm air back down into the room. 4. Sign up for a free home energy audit from Green Iowa AmeriCorps: bit.ly/ICEnergyAudit Did you know? Iowa City homeowners may qualify for loans for projects leading to a more energy-efficient home. Owners must have adequate equity in the home, and a gross household income below 80% of Iowa City’s median income level. For details and to apply online, visit icgov.org/EEP. Forms are also available at City Hall in the Housing Rehabilitation Office (level 2). Questions? Email liz-osborne@iowa-city.org or call 319-356-5246. icgov.org/Climate Martin Luther King Jr. Day Remember, celebrate, act! In partnership with community organizations, the City of Iowa City invites all to participate in this year’s celebration of Dr. King’s life and legacy. Free events for all ages and abilities are scheduled throughout January and are open to the public. Iowa City Schedule of Events Fridays, January 12, 19, 26 - UAY and ICPL Dr. King Series for Youth, 5-6 p.m. at UAY Swaim Youth Center Monday, January 15 - MLK Day Family Storytime, 10:30-11 a.m. at Iowa City Public Library Storytime Room Monday, January 15 - MLK Celebration and Day of Service, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Mercer Park Gym Tuesday, January 16 - Screeing of The Road to Justice, 6-7:30 p.m. at Iowa City Public Library Meeting Room A Details and full calendar of events at icgov.org/MLK2024. More community events at mlk.uiowa.edu. PLAY FOREVERYONE Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! We are now accepting applications for RecAssist, our income- eligible discount program. One application for Iowa City residents per calendar year. For more information, visit icgov.org/Recreation.FREEZEFest Sunday FEB. 4 1-3 p.m. Terry Trueblood Recreation Area For more information, visit icgov.org/Recreation FREE No registration required Adult Recreation Aquatics Arts, STEAM, Nature & Camps Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation Youth Sports Winter/Spring Recreation Registration is underway! Participants can register at our recreation centers or by calling 319-356-5100. View the Winter/Spring Activity Guide and register online, at icgov.org/Recreation. Winter/Spring Recreation Registration is underway! View the Winter/Spring Activity Guide and register online, at icgov.org/Recreation. Participants can register at our recreation centers or by calling 319-356-5100. Iowa City Parks & Recreation has something for everyone! Adult recreation, aquatics, arts, STEAM, nature and camps, adaptive and inclusive recreation, and youth sports. Play for Everyone Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! We are now accepting applications for RecAssist, our income- eligible discount program. One application for Iowa City residents per calendar year. For more information, visit icgov.org/ Recreation. Freeze Fest Sunday, February 4 from 1-3 p.m. at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area. Free, no registration required. For more information, visit icgov.org/Recreation.