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W Locust Resurfacing, Clark to Lincoln
W Locust Resurfacing, Clark to Lincoln
12/12/2024
Resurfacing work on Locust between Clark and Lincoln will flip to the westbound lanes.
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Bridge over Duck Creek at Utah Reconstruction
Bridge over Duck Creek at Utah Reconstruction
11/15/2024
The bridge over Duck Creek on Utah is complete and the road re-opened.
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Davenport Selected to Participate in Marine Litter Project
Davenport Selected to Participate in Marine Litter Project
07/10/2023
Pilot project to reduce land-based sources of marine litter, trash capture devices are being
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The City of Davenport has opened the application process for the next home for sale under the Urban Homestead Program at 1413 W 13th Street.
Applications for New Urban Homestead Open
06/29/2023
The City of Davenport has opened the application process for the next home for sale under the Urban Homestead Program at 1413 W 13th Street.
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Davenport Awards 7.8M FRA Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant
06/16/2023
The Federal Railroad Administration has announced $7.8 million in grant funding awarded to the City of Davenport through the Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program for the design and construction of an overpass and elevated roadway on South Concord Street near West River Drive. The program provides funding for highway-rail or pathway-rail grade crossing improvement projects that focus on improving the safety and mobility of people and goods.
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2022/2023 Snow and Ice Event Response
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From left to right: Kelly Thompson, Tee LeShoure, Dwayne Hodges, Nicole Cisne Durbin, Chief Jeffrey Bladel, Mayor Mike Matson, Sarah Ott, Sue Hafkemeyer
Quad Cities Community Foundation grants $300,000 for reducing gun violence
01/10/2023
The three-year Transformation Grant will build social service, community volunteer, and research capacity of local Group Violence Intervention strategy
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Division St Reconstruction from 12th to Locust
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2nd St Resurfacing Project
2nd St Resurfacing Project
09/29/2022
Resurfacing work on 2nd St between Harrison and the Government Bridge to begin
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Updates to Scott County 5-Year Hazard Mitigation Plan Underway
Updates to Scott County 5-Year Hazard Mitigation Plan Underway
09/19/2022
The 5-year plan update is a critical activity that invests in the Community’s future
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LeClaire and Iowa Street Reconstruction
LeClaire and Iowa Street Reconstruction
09/16/2022
Reconstruction and sewer improvements are coming to LeClaire St between 6th and 8th Streets
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2022 Flood Response
2022 Flood Response
06/03/2022
News and updates on 2022 flood response
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Davenport CitiBus Transit is offering free rides on Monday, May 2, 2022
Davenport CitiBus Transit is offering free rides on Monday, May 2, 2022
04/29/2022
The free-fare day is being offered in appreciation of passenger and operator cooperation during the pandemic
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Chief Sikorski announces retirement from Davenport Police Department
04/28/2022
Davenport Police Chief Paul Sikorski has announced that he will be retiring on August 29, 2022 after 34 years of dedicated service to the Davenport Police Department.
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Duck Creek Streambank Stabilization at Eastern Ave
Duck Creek Streambank Stabilization at Eastern Ave
04/04/2022
Project will reduce stormwater pollution, provide small boat access, and improve fish habitat...
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Approval of FY23 Budget Sets More Infrastructure Projects in Motion
Approval of FY23 Budget Sets More Infrastructure Projects in Motion
03/25/2022
Council action continues to echo the community’s voice with increased investment in streets
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The image of the home located at 637 Oak Street that is for sale through the Urban Homestead Program.
City Lists New Urban Homestead Home for Sale
02/01/2022
The City of Davenport has announced the opening of the application period for the next home in the Urban Homestead Program located at 637 Oak Street.
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Davenport Wastewater Treatment Adding UV Disinfection
Davenport Wastewater Treatment Adding UV Disinfection
12/15/2021
Once complete, the facility will return water to the Mississippi River cleaner than...
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Elm St Bridge Reconstruction
Elm St Bridge Reconstruction
12/13/2021
The Elm St Bridge has re-opened following reconstruction...
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Davenport Ward and Precinct Boundary Updates
Davenport Ward and Precinct Boundary Updates
11/16/2021
Every ten years in the year after the US Census is taken the City must adjust its ward...
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Flood Study to Provide Roadmap for Future Flood Resilience
Flood Study to Provide Roadmap for Future Flood Resilience
11/10/2021
First consideration of Davenport's Flood Resilience Study on the Council agenda...
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River Heritage Park Phase III Substantially Complete Fall 2021
River Heritage Park Phase III Substantially Complete Fall 2021
11/01/2021
Find all the details on what completion of Phase III or River Heritage Park brings the community
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Davenport Awarded $9.9M Economic Development Authority Grant
Davenport Awarded $9.9M Economic Development Authority Grant
10/01/2021
Grant will provide critical flood protection for regional wastewater and compost facilities
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Davenport DREAM Project announces third round awards
09/20/2021
The Davenport DREAM Project recently announced award recipients for the third round of the program. Thirty-seven Davenport residents have been selected for the program that is aimed at inspiring renewed interest in the unique architecture and character found in neighborhoods in Davenport.
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Division St at I-80 and Surrounding Area
Division St at I-80 and Surrounding Area
09/16/2021
The first of several projects the Division St, I-80, Hillandale, and Northwest Blvd corridor starts...
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E 53rd St Reconstruction | Brady to Eastern
E 53rd St Reconstruction | Brady to Eastern
09/07/2021
E 53rd St will see periodic daytime lane reductions for finish work...
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Hickory Grove Rd Resurfacing
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Concepts For Flood Resilience Are Ready For Final Review
Concepts For Flood Resilience Are Ready For Final Review
08/23/2021
The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the refined vision and plans for future
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Mayor Mike Matson announces the funding for the Youth Assessment Program surrounded by community partners.
Funding Announcement Made For Youth Assessment Program
08/10/2021
YAP will provide holistic needs assessment and care coordination for youth and families
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Reflections on 2020 Derecho
Reflections on 2020 Derecho
08/10/2021
One year later, Davenport continues to plant hope, improve the City’s resilience...
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Mayor Mike Matson is joined by community representatives as they announce the Home Base partnership.
Scott County designated a Home Base Iowa Community
08/05/2021
Veterans who move into Davenport and purchase a home now may be eligible for up to $8,250 in relocation incentives thanks to a new partnership between the City of Davenport, Scott County and Home Base Iowa (HBI).
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EPA Grant Received for Equipment Replacement
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Mayor Matson makes Amazon announcement
Amazon to open robotics fulfillment center in Davenport
07/09/2021
The center will be located on 158 acres in the Eastern Iowa Industrial Center along Interstate 80.
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Mayor Matson is joined by others to cut the ribbon to Quinlan Court.
Davenport Riverfront Celebrates Opening of Quinlan Court
06/14/2021
Visitors to Davenport’s riverfront have more opportunities to enjoy an expanded palate of events, music, and food with the opening of two exciting attractions this weekend - a new ice cream shop and restaurant at the Freight House, Chill Eats, and the new outdoor flexible event venue, Quinlan Court, located at River Drive and Brady Street.
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On Tuesday, Mayor Mike Matson announced the formation of a new Violent Crime Community Task Force in response to rising levels of violent crime in Davenport. Davenport reached an all-time high of shots fired incidents and non-fatal shootings in 2020, with the violence continuing through the first five months of 2021.
Mayor Matson Announces Violent Crime Community Task Force
06/01/2021
On Tuesday, Mayor Mike Matson announced the formation of a new Violent Crime Community Task Force in response to rising levels of violent crime in Davenport. Davenport reached an all-time high of shots fired incidents and non-fatal shootings in 2020, with the violence continuing through the first five months of 2021.
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Mayor Mike Matson invites residents to attend a series of community listening sessions that will begin on Thursday, June 3rd from 5:30-7:00pm at the Eastern Avenue Library. The listening sessions are a chance for residents to speak with the Mayor regarding thoughts, ideas, questions or concerns they have for Davenport.
Mayor Matson Hosts Community Listening Sessions
06/01/2021
Mayor Mike Matson invites residents to attend a series of community listening sessions that will begin on Thursday, June 3rd from 5:30-7:00pm at the Eastern Avenue Library. The listening sessions are a chance for residents to speak with the Mayor regarding thoughts, ideas, questions or concerns they have for Davenport.
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Greenway Habitat Provides Funds for Private Tree Replacement
Greenway Habitat Provides Funds for Private Tree Replacement
05/22/2021
Greenway Habitat has funded and will plant nearly 40 trees lost from last years Derecho...
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American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021
City of Davenport Seeks Public Input on COVID Rescue Funds
05/17/2021
The City of Davenport announced Monday that they will receive $40.9M in COVID relief funding through the recently passed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021. This one-time money will be used to improve quality of life for Davenport residents, to provide for immediate recovery needs, and to create a long-term investment for Davenport’s future.
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Davenport DREAM now accepting third round applications
05/03/2021
Funding available to revitalize Davenport neighborhoods one block at a time.
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2020/2021 Snow and Ice Event Response
2020/2021 Snow and Ice Event Response
03/15/2021
Public Works crews are not plowing or salting at this time.
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2021 Flood Response
2021 Flood Response
03/13/2021
Information on City activities related to flood response for 2021
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City of Davenport’s Credit Rating Reaffirmed
City of Davenport’s Credit Rating Reaffirmed
01/29/2021
S&P Global has released Davenport’s credit rating for the upcoming 2021A refunding.
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City of Davenport with Small Business Resiliency Project words over it.
City Awards Small Business Resiliency Funds
01/27/2021
The City of Davenport Small Business Resiliency Project, funded by the CARES Act, has awarded over $500k in forgivable loans to 28 Davenport businesses that have been impacted by the COVID pandemic.
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CitiBus Transit Upgrades Real-Time Bus App
CitiBus Transit Upgrades Real-Time Bus App
01/25/2021
Catching a bus or planning a trip across town just got easier on Davenport CitiBus...
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DAVENPORT LAUNCHES VIRTUAL CITIZENS ACADEMY
01/14/2021
Virtual Academy gives residents the opportunity to learn about local government
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City of Davenport Launches a New Citizen Reporting Tool
City of Davenport Launches a New Citizen Reporting Tool
01/12/2021
The agency's new mobile and web app will make reporting issues easier than ever
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Riverfront Railroad Track Restoration
Riverfront Railroad Track Restoration
12/18/2020
Riverfront Rail Crossing Restoration will continue through the fall.
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W 13th St Reconstruction
W 13th St Reconstruction
11/20/2020
W 13th down to one westbound lane between Stark and Zenith...
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The City is Seeking Public Input on Flood Study
The City is Seeking Public Input on Flood Study
11/13/2020
As part of the holistic approach being used for the study, public input...
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Main St Sewer Improvements
Main St Sewer Improvements
11/13/2020
Main St is closed between 2nd and 3rd St...
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Mayor Mike Matson, second from left, stands for a photo with Allison Hannah, of the VA to his left, and Karen Abendroth, second from right, and Ashley Velez, of Humility Housing Services, right.
Davenport ends veteran homelessness
11/10/2020
Federal review shows Davenport, Q-C Bi-State region effectively ends veteran homelessness
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CitiBus getting vehicle upgrades
11/06/2020
Improvements are for passenger safety, motoring public
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Chief and Mayor hold a press briefing
DPD gets $700K federal grant
11/05/2020
Grant will address violent crime; fund a crime analysis division to inform crime reduction strategies
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Elm and 13th St Railroad Overpass/Bridges
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W 2nd St Sewer Main Replacement Project
W 2nd St Sewer Main Replacement Project
10/14/2020
W 2nd St between Marquette and Fillmore will re-open by the end of the day Fri Oct 16
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Division St Improvements | 5th to 9th Streets
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THE DAVENPORT DREAM PROJECT MAKES SECOND ROUND AWARDS
10/07/2020
DREAM Project Funds Lead To Investment and Revitalization Of Core Neighborhoods
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Jersey Ridge Rd | Water Main and Resurfacing
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Slopertown Rd Reconstruction
Slopertown Rd Reconstruction
09/02/2020
Slopertown Rd will be closed between Harrison and Division Streets...
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Traffic circle at 6th and Vine streets
Traffic circle among 3 things to know
09/01/2020
Council will also hear about reconstruction of Kaiserslautern Square and a grant to extend trail from Veteran Memorial Parkway to 59th Street
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Bridge Improvements on Division St at Duck Creek Bridge
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City to add four Covid relief programs
08/27/2020
Programs will assist small businesses, renters, property owners and homeless
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FEMA warns against storm fraud
08/24/2020
Federal officials carry around ID, ask ot
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W Locust St Resurfacing Begins Mon Jul 13
W Locust St Resurfacing Begins Mon Jul 13
08/12/2020
W Locust will be down to one lane of travel in each direction....
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Mayor thanks public safety agencies
07/17/2020
Matson shows community appreciation of numerous agencies in search for Breasia Terrell
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CitiBus changes on agenda
07/14/2020
Public hearing on transit recommendations are among three things to know about the July 15 Committee of the Whole
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W 46th St Resurfacing
W 46th St Resurfacing
07/10/2020
W 46th St will be closed between Marquette and just east of Warren St...
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2020 Flood Response
2020 Flood Response
06/11/2020
Mississippi River hovering 13 FT for the next week or more...
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E Kimberly Rd Pavement Repairs
E Kimberly Rd Pavement Repairs
06/02/2020
Beginning Mon Apr 20, E Kimberly Rd will be reduced one lane of travel in each direction...
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Better Roads Ahead Davenport
Better Roads Ahead Davenport
05/16/2020
City launches new website and text alerts...
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W 76th St Pavement Improvements
W 76th St Pavement Improvements
05/01/2020
Traffic will be diverted to the outside lanes of W 76th St...
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2019/2020 Snow and Ice Event Response
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