On Tuesday, August 19, the City of Cedar Rapids will host a ceremonial groundbreaking to celebrate the LightLine Loop Project – a major investment in the Czech Village and New Bohemia District that blends cultural heritage with new spaces for connection, recreation, and community events.
While construction is already underway, the event will mark the official community celebration of the $13.84 million project, which includes the Roundhouse, Festival Street, Pedestrian Promenade, Gateway Signage, a new 18th Avenue SW connection, a 100-plus space parking lot, and improvements to A Street SW. The project is funded in part by a $3 million Destination Iowa Grant and is expected to be completed Summer 2026.
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