Updated: 2-28-22

Cedar Rapids Fire Investigators have determined the cause of the Geneva Tower fire on February 20, 2022 to be accidental. Smoking materials left unattended too close to combustible materials ignited in a room on the 9th floor and swiftly spread to floors 10, 11 and 12. This determination is based on interviews, on-scene interviews and coordination with other investigative entities.

AHNI continues to work with all the proper authorities to ensure residents are returning to a building that is safe. Move-in will take place in phases, as there is more damage to some floors than others.

As residents move back into their units, there will be a need for donations, of new household items as well as well as volunteers. If individuals are interested in volunteering or making donations of new household items, they can contact Nicole Ragsdale at nragsdale@fouroaks.org.

If you are interested in helping the families affected by the fire, you can make donations here or to the American Red Cross under the Disaster Relief donation designation.

Updated: 2-23-22

Affordable Housing Network, Inc. (AHNI) is working closely with a variety of contractors on the restoration of Geneva Tower following Sunday’s fire. The foremost responsibility and priority of AHNI is the safety of the residents and community.

AHNI’s goal is to get residents back into their units as soon as it is safe to do so. AHNI has contacted all residents and will work with each resident individually to discuss their return to Geneva Tower.

At this time there are no move-in dates. Move-in will take place in phases as there is more damage to some floors than others. Phase 1 will be to move in residents from the lower floors. AHNI continues to work on ensuring the safety and clean-up of those apartments and public spaces. Phase 2 will be to re-house residents from the higher floors. Phase 3 involves Floor 9 which had the highest impact and will require the most work.

A temporary shelter has been opened through the American Red Cross at the Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum for residents that have been displaced by the fire. The Red Cross is coordinating supportive services to maintain resident care and case management while in the shelter. The Salvation Army has committed to coordinating three meals a day to those staying in the shelter.

A collaborative community services group is meeting daily to ensure all agencies are coordinated and working in concert to ensure the resident’s needs continue to be addressed. AHNI is incredibly grateful for the continued support and assistance from our community partners.

If you are interested in helping the families affected by the fire, you can make donations here or to the American Red Cross under the Disaster Relief donation designation.