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October 2026 Civic Connection Newsletter
What’s happening around Burlington and West Burlington this month? From community events and local news to helpful reminders and things to know, the October issue has a little bit of everything happening in our two communities.
Burlington’s Trick-or-Treat night is set for October 31st!
Burlington’s Trick-or-Treat night is set for October 31st! Citywide Trick-or-Treat will run from 5:30–7:30 PM, and Safe Trick-or-Treat will be held at the Port of Burlington from 6:00–8:00 PM.
9/28/26 - Burlington wins $6.7M DoW grant for fire station
MIDDLETOWN, Iowa — The city of Burlington is receiving a grant of more than $6.7 million from the Department of War to construct a permanent fire station serving the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant.
9/28/26 - Burlington wins $6.7M DoW grant for fire station
MIDDLETOWN, Iowa — The city of Burlington is receiving a grant of more than $6.7 million from the Department of War to construct a permanent fire station serving the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant.
New Release - One Lane of Traffic on the 300 Block of Emmett Street
The Engineering Division of Public Works announced today that starting Monday, September 28, 2026, the 300 Block of Emmett will be reduced to one lane of traffic so that a contractor may repair a sewer lateral.
News Release - Temporary Closure of Osborn Street beside Hungry Bear
The Engineering Department of Public Works announced today, that starting on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at approximately 7:00 a.m., Osborn Street beside Hungry Bear will be closed so that a contractor may repair their lateral.
09/21/2026 City Council Meeting Packet Available Online
09/21/2026 City Council Meeting Packet Available Online
News Release - Temporary Closure of South 9th between Vine and Angular
The Engineering Department of Public Works announced today that starting Thursday, September 17, 2026, South 9th Street from Vine Street to Angular Street will be closed so that a contractor may make road repairs where Alliant replaced gas lines.
News Release - Alley in 200 Block of South Gunnison
The Engineering Department of Public Works announced today, that the alley in the 200 block of South Gunnison Street is now closed to through traffic so that a contractor may fix a broken lateral.
09/28/2026 Work Session Packet Available Online
09/28/2026 Work Session Packet Available Online
Annual Hydrant Flushing
The Burlington Municipal Waterworks will begin flushing all fire hydrants beginning Thursday, September 10th, and will continue for the next 5-6 weeks.
Summer Street Reconstruction Update 9/30/26
The City of Burlington has released its latest Summer Street Reconstruction Project update, highlighting the completion of Stage 3 paving and upcoming work as construction continues north.