Andrew Dunn - Iowa City Councilor

10/29/2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 29th, 2024
Andrew Dunn
(319) 360-7682
[email protected]

Iowa City Councilor Andrew Dunn Announces Resignation Effective January 1, 2025

IOWA CITY, IA – Today, Iowa City Councilor Andrew Dunn announced his resignation from the City Council, effective January 1, 2025. After serving two years on the council, Dunn expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the community and work alongside colleagues to create a stronger, more resilient community.

“It has been an honor to serve the people of Iowa City and to work toward a vision of a community that exemplifies our progressive values of inclusivity, sustainability, and genuine care for one another,” said Councilor Dunn. “I am proud of the progress we have made together and am confident the council will continue to build upon these achievements.”

Dunn described the reason for his departure, “Over the last few months, my professional obligations within the labor movement have increased significantly. Heading into 2025, I expect these obligations and associated travel out of town to increase. I want to ensure that Iowa Citians get the representation they deserve.”

During his tenure, Councilor Dunn reports he is most proud of the Iowa City’s progress on making Iowa City a better place for working families by investing in affordable housing, underestimated businesses, and by creation of Iowa City Fare Free public transit.

Dunn added, “Although I am stepping down from this role, my commitment to Iowa City and its residents remains unwavering. I look forward to witnessing the continued success of our community and supporting its progress in any way I can.”

The City Council will work with city officials to address the process for filling the vacancy created by Councilor Dunn's departure. Dunn represents Iowa City District C.
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For more information, please contact:
Andrew Dunn
(319) 360-7682
[email protected]

07/12/2024

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02/10/2024

I was wrong to miss my opportunity to stand up for justice and so are the Johnson County Democrats. I apologize for the harm I caused by not exercising the moral courage my office deserves.

I just gave $500 to Support Trans Protesters. Join me and help them fight for their rights. https://communitybondproject.networkforgood.com/projects/213716-support-trans-protesters

01/04/2024

Enraged. Unacceptable. WE NEED CHANGE NOW. It can happen here.

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12/06/2023

Learn more about my effort to reform our city elections to be more accessible, representative, and democratic! Community feedback requested!

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11/15/2023

“Our community needs an election system that promotes justice, equity, and democratic representation. The current system fails to achieve this. Everybody deserves a seat at the table. These changes will create a more representative and resilient city council that we all deserve.”

Click the link to learn more about my proposals to strengthen democracy in Iowa City!

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11/08/2023

Thank you, Iowa City! I am deeply honored to have your trust in service. I look forward to four more years!

10/30/2023

I’m proud to have the support of SEIU Iowa!

10/19/2023

Iowa City issues statement denouncing hate speech during Oct. 17 Council meeting

“As the Iowa City Council convened on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, for their regular formal session, and opened to provide public comment from those who wished to speak about items not on the agenda, a handful of callers entered the forum remotely to spread their hate, fear, and ignorance.

Because Iowa City leadership understands that free speech is a constitutional right, these callers were each given their due three minutes for expression. Despite their brazen and vile commentary, our community should know that our City stands firm in denouncing this hateful and ignorant rhetoric and condemns these actions and words that intend to degrade and divide.

We are a progressive and caring community, based on the values of racial equity, social justice, and human rights, and we will continue to stand tall and proud as a beacon of hope and support for all who call Iowa City home. We will also continue to ensure our commitment to these values and ideals, and we will only be strengthened when challenged by those filled with ignorance and hate. Our foundation is strong and will not be shaken by the weak of mind and spirit. We ask all of our residents to stand together, remain strong, and support each other in our steadfast unity.”

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08/02/2023

The City of Iowa City Government's Planning and Zoning Commission will meet Wednesday, August 2nd at 6:00pm at City Hall to discuss Zoning Code Amendments to improve housing choice, increase housing supply, and encourage affordability. Show up to be informed of proposed changes and support affordable housing in Iowa City!