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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
On this page:- Quick links: news & resources
- Social distancing
- Supporting local businesses
- City facilities & services
- Public meetings
- Economic impact, loans, & business support
- Health information & resources
The City of Coralville is working with local, state, and federal partners to keep our community informed about the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.
Strictly limit trips out of the home to the most essential needs.
It is important to practice simple, healthy behaviors (wash your hands, cover your cough/sneeze, stay home, wear a mask when sick, and practice social distancing) to help prevent the spread of germs. The City has a plan in place to keep our employees safe so that they can continue to provide essential services to our community.
- News: Coralville Transit Adjust Schedules Beginning March 30 (3/26/2020)
- News: Johnson County Mayors Urge Residents to Stay Home, Limit Non-Essential Activities (3/22/2020)
- News: Coralville City Hall Closes to the Public (3/19/2020)
- News: Coralville Transit Precautions for COVID-19 (3/19/2020)
- News: Facilities Closed in Response to COVID-19 (3/16/2020)
- News: City of Coralville Responds to COVID-19 (3/13/2020)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: COVID-19
- COVID-19 in Iowa
- Iowa Department of Public Health
- Johnson County Public Health
- Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
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Social Distancing Applies to Everyone
The best way to prevent the spread of illness is to avoid being exposed or spreading it to others.
Examples of social distancing:
- Stay home.
- Keep a distance of AT LEAST six feet between yourself and others.
- Eliminate unnecessary outings in public spaces.
- Reduce the frequency of important trips outside the home. For example, get groceries once per week, rather than three times a week.
- Conduct business and communications with those outside your home with virtual meetings, by phone, email, or mail when possible.
- Use curbside pickup, when available.
- Do not bring other members of your household on errands and shopping trips unless necessary.
How to Support Local Businesses
While practicing social distancing and preventative hygiene, we can still support local businesses and restaurants: many have take-out, curbside, or delivery options, and gift certificates to use now or later.
Coralville City Hall
Phone: 319.248.1700Website: www.coralville.org
- Closed to the public effective Thursday, March 19, at 5:00 pm.
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Essential services continue, and you can conduct city business online, by phone, or mail:
- Many payments and other services can be completed via www.coralville.org.
- Pay utility bills online (www.coralville.org and click "Pay & View Utility Bill"), use the drop box in the City Hall parking lot, or pay by phone at 319.248.1700. Telephone payments will only be accepted while City Hall is closed to the public.
- We'll mail yard waste stickers. Send a check for $25.50 to Coralville City Hall (1512 7th St., Coralville, IA 52241) and include name and address for returning the sticker.
- Pay parking citations by mail.
- Submit job applications online at www.coralville.org/jobs.
- For help with any of these services, please call 319.248.1700.
- Coralville City Hall…………… 319.248.1700
- City Clerk’s Office……………..319.248.1700
- Utility Billing……………………319.248.1715
- Building Department……….…319.248.1720
- Engineering Department……..319.248.1720
- Rental Housing………………...319.248.1720
Coralville Police Department
Phone (non-emergency): 319.248.1800
Emergency: 911
Website: www.coralvillearts.org
- Front door of the Coralville Police Department is closed until further notice.
- When possible, officers will be taking reports over the phone.
- Call 911 in the event of an emergency.
- To speak with an officer about a non-emergency issue, call 319.248.1800.
Coralville Public Library
Phone: 319.248.1850
Website: www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org
Email: reference@coralville.org
- Closed through Sunday, April 12, 2020.
- Services available include online databases, eMedia materials through OverDrive (Libby), RB Digital, TumbleBooks, and video streaming services through Kanopy. For assistance with eMedia access or library book/materials delivery in Coralville, call the Library.
- Due dates extended to April 15; no fines charged on materials during the closure.
- Reference services and virtual programming, including story times and book groups, will also be offered; see coralvillepubliclibrary.org or follow the Library on social media for details (www.facebook.com/coralvillepubliclibrary on Facebook or @CoralPubLibrary on Twitter).
- All public and private events at the library are cancelled.
- During the building closure Library staff will be available by phone or email from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday; and noon to 4:00 pm on Sunday.
Coralville Recreation Center
Phone: 319.248.1750
Website: www.coralville.org/parksandrec
Email:recreation@coralville.org
- Closed through Sunday, April 12, 2020.
- Recreational programming is suspended.
- Class enrollees or rental patrons will be contacted with options for credits or refunds.
- All public and private events in these facilities, including North Ridge Pavilion, are cancelled.
- Staff is available by phone Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, at 319.248.1750.
Coralville Transit
Phone: 319.248.1790Website: www.coralville.org/transit
- Coralville Transit is operating
- Fares are not collected
- Riders should board and exit the bus using the rear doors when possible
- Front door is available to riders with mobility concerns to board and exit
- The following changes begin effective March 30, 2020:
- Lantern Park and 10th Street routes will operate once an hour during peak hours
- The last Night bus will depart from the downtown Iowa City interchange at 9:10 pm with service ending at 10:00 pm
- The North Liberty route will not be operating
- The last Saturday bus will depart from the downtown Iowa City interchange at 5:15 pm with service ending at 6:00 pm.
- There are no changes to AM Express, Express, and 1st Avenue schedules.
Brown Deer Golf Club
Phone: 319.248.9300
Website: www.browndeergolf.org
- Brown Deer has taken precautions to protect the health of golfers and staff. Learn about Brown Deer precautions
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts
Phone: 319.248.9370
Website: www.coralvillearts.org
- Closed through Sunday, April 12, 2020.
- All public and private events are cancelled. Updated ticketing and refund information are available on the website.
Public Meetings
- All public meetings are scheduled to proceed as planned.
- Elected and appointed officials will attend meetings by remote participation.
- View City Council meetings and Planning and Zoning meetings live and rebroadcast on cable television at MediaCom 118-8, or online at www.coralville.org/coralvision.
- To make a public comment:
- Submit written comments for City Council meetings in advance of the meeting. Written comments must be received by 5:00 pm on the day of the meeting. Submit to City Clerk Thor Johnson at tjohnson@coralville.org or 1512 7th Street, Coralville, Iowa 52241.
- Submit written comments for Planning and Zoning meetings in advance of the meeting. Written comments must be received by 5:00 pm on the day of the meeting. Submit to Community Development Director David Johnson at djohnson@coralville.org or 1512 7th Street, Coralville, Iowa 52241.
- The public may attend the March 24 City Council meeting for public comment if submitting written comments is not possible. Seating accommodations at the meeting require social distancing.
Economic Impact
Unemployment Insurance Claims
On March 16, 2020, Iowa Workforce Development announced assistance for employees and employers affected by COVID-19 related layoffs. Guidance on unemployment insurance claims
Community Foundation of Johnson County Emergency Response Fund
The Community Foundation of Johnson County activated its emergency response fund with a commitment of $25,000 for the community’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. The fund will provide flexible resources to nonprofit organizations in Johnson County working with communities who are disproportionately impacted by coronavirus and the economic consequences.
To donate:
- Donate online to the Community Foundation Emergency Response Fund
- Call at 319.337.0483
Community Disaster Relief Fund
This fund will allow United Way to rapidly deploy resources to community-based organizations that are offering emergency relief to families and individuals in need. Hosted by United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties in partnership with corporate, nonprofit and foundation entities, and individual donors. Contributions are accepted. About the Community Disaster Relief FundVolunteer
United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties is designated in the Johnson County Disaster Plan as the coordinator for disaster-related volunteers before, during, and after a disaster, to connect volunteers with the COVID-19 related volunteer needs and opportunities. Learn more at www.covid19volunteers.org.
Iowa Economic Development Authority Survey: Businesses & Organizations
Survey deadline: Monday, March 23 at 5:00 pmThe Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) is assessing the impact of the pandemic in Iowa.
Businesses can complete a survey about what they are experiencing and how their business is handling the crisis. IEDA will use the results to inform its public policy in response to the crisis, as well as potential assistance to businesses.
Take business/organization COVID-19 impact survey
Small Business Loans: Iowa Small Business Relief Fund
Application deadline: Tuesday, March 31, at 12:00 pm
The new Iowa Small Business Relief Program will provide financial assistance to small businesses and tax deferrals to any Iowa businesses that have been economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Iowa Small Business Relief Fund information and application
Small Business Loans: Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Loans available to help businesses alleviate economic injury due to COVID-19
Iowa has been designated statewide as eligible for small businesses to apply for assistance in the form of Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL).
The Small Business Association (SBA) is making loans available statewide to small businesses and private, non-profit organizations to help alleviate economic injury caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance and can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.
These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses. The interest rate for non-profits is 2.75%. SBA offers loans with long-term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a maximum of 30 years. Terms are determined on a case-by-case basis, based upon each borrower’s ability to repay.
Applications can be made via the SBA’s website: https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/. Applicants can monitor the status of their applications online after submission.
For questions, please contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center at 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339) or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
COVID-19 Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
Childcare Resources
Iowa DHS Childcare Resources in Response to COVID-19
COVID-19 Symptoms
The following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure.*
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Develop symptoms, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19
- Or, have recently traveled from an area with widespread or ongoing community spread of COVID-19.
*Information from the Centers for Disease Control
Where to Get Information
Public health experts are the best resource of information about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
- The State of Iowa 211 hotline is a central resource to ask questions and get answers.
- Search the 211 hotline
- Call 2-1-1 or 1-800-244-7431 (the line is available 24/7)
- State of Iowa COVID-19 website is a one-stop-shop for information related to Iowans. See the COVID-19 in Iowa website
- Iowa Department of Public Health: Get updates on persons being monitored, tested, and test results, as well as facts and prevention tips, from the Iowa Department of Public Health. See the Iowa Department of Public Health website
- The Centers for Disease Control: The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has information about the COVID-19 symptoms, prevention and treatment, stigma, what to do if you are sick, and frequently asked questions. See the CDC Coronavirus Disease website
- Follow the CDC on social media at:
- Twitter: @CDCgov
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CDC
Instagram: @CDCgov
- Twitter: @CDCgov
General Prevention
The following tips are good everyday practice to help prevent the spread of illness, including COVID-19:- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- If a tissue is not available, cough into your elbow.
- Wash your hands using soap and water for at least 20 seconds (especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing).
- Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
About Facemasks
The CDC's recommendations for using a facemask:
- The CDC does not recommend that people who are healthy wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
- Keep masks available for those who need them.
- People who show symptoms of COVID-19 should use a facemask to help prevent the spread of the disease to others.
- Facemasks are crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
For Travelers
The CDC has information about COVID-19 for travelers. View coronavirus disease information for travel.
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Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Where is it?
COVID-19 is an expanding global outbreak. The virus has been detected in almost 70 international locations, including the U.S.
How is it spread?
The virus is spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes and tiny droplets land on people nearby - just like colds and the flu.
What are the symptoms?
Fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
How do I prevent it?
There is no vaccine for novel coronavirus. Prevention is the same as for colds and flu: clean your hands frequently; cover coughs and sneezes; contain germs - stay home when ill.
Am I at risk?
Risk is associated with travel to affected areas. For most Iowans, who are unlikely to be exposed to this virus at this time, the immediate health risks from COVID-19 is considered low.
Where is it?
COVID-19 is an expanding global outbreak. The virus has been detected in almost 70 international locations, including the U.S.
How is it spread?
The virus is spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes and tiny droplets land on people nearby - just like colds and the flu.
What are the symptoms?
Fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
How do I prevent it?
There is no vaccine for novel coronavirus. Prevention is the same as for colds and flu: clean your hands frequently; cover coughs and sneezes; contain germs - stay home when ill.
Am I at risk?
Risk is associated with travel to affected areas. For most Iowans, who are unlikely to be exposed to this virus at this time, the immediate health risks from COVID-19 is considered low.
Information updated March 18, 2020