The city of Iowa City’s animal services will end May 4 for some area communities — including Hills, Lone Tree, North Liberty, Oxford, Shueyville, Swisher, and Tiffin.

According to an Iowa City press release, animal services including the drop-off of strays or unwanted pets will no longer be provided by the Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center. Residents of the communities are encouraged to contact local officials to find out where to go for these services.

The city sent letters to each of the communities on April 5 notifying them of the end of service, the release said.

According to the release, Iowa City is in the process of designing a new facility that is planned to be constructed on Napoleon Lane.

— by Jordyn Reiland