City of Cedar Rapids, IA

07/02/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/02/2026 11:21

Most City Departments Closed on Friday, July 3

The City of Cedar Rapids will observe the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 3. Most City departments will be closed for the day. However, the following City services will continue to operate:
  • 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.
  • Golf - July 3: Administrative offices will be closed. Gardner, Ellis, Twin Pines, and Mini Pines Miniature Golf courses will remain open. July 4: all golf courses remain open.
  • Joint Communications Center - Emergency services will continue.
  • Library - Both library locations will be closed Friday, July 3, and Saturday, July 4.
  • Municipal Pools - July 3: Open regular hours; visit CityOfCR.com/Pools for schedules. July 4: Bever, Cherry Hill, Ellis, Jones, and Noelridge Pools are open until 5 p.m.; Bender Pool is closed.
  • Old MacDonald's Farm - July 3 and 4: Open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Police Department - Administrative offices will be closed. Emergency response services will be available.
    • Non-emergency calls can be made to 319-286-5491.
    • Please note that fireworks can be legally discharged during state-mandated times: July 3, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m.; July 4, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. Violation of the fireworks ban is punishable by a fine of up to $625.
    • For additional regulations, safety tips, and when to call 9-1-1, please visit CityofCR.com/Fireworks
  • Solid Waste & Recycling - There will be no delay in collection of garbage and recycling.
  • Transit - No service Saturday, July 4.
  • 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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