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2025 Pet Licenses On Sale Now!
City Code 6.10.020 – License Required All dogs & cats over SIX months old must be licensed. Fees: January 1 – February 28 $10 if spayed or neutered, $15 if not spayed or neutered. For the remainder of the year (March 1 – December 31) $20 if spayed or neutered, $25 if not spayed or […]
City Hall Holiday Hours
Tuesday, December 24th 8 am – Noon Wednesday, December 25th CLOSED We will resume normal business hours Thursday, December 26th. Tuesday, December 31st 8am – Noon Wednesday, January 1st CLOSED We will resume normal business hours Thursday, January 2, 2025.
**UPDATE** Zobels & Badger Creek Water Main Repair
****UPDATE! THE REPAIR HAS BEEN COMPLETED.**** HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND! ZOBELS ADDITION & BADGER CREEK DR. ONLY Due to an emergency water main repair, residents in this area are asked to reduce water consumption until the repair is complete.
City Hall Closed 11-28 & 11-29
City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, December 2. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
Service Line Inventory Letters
EPA/Iowa DNR: Lead Service Line Inventory Letters The City of Ida Grove sent letters out last week to inform some of our residents about the service line material at their home. This letter was not a reflection on the Ida Grove water quality but is an effort to inform the public that the water […]
Closed 11-11-24 For Veterans Day
City Hall will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Tree Removal Bid Invitation
Tree Bid Invitation Announcement The City of Ida Grove invites the submission of sealed bids from qualified contractors for tree removal from city right-of-way. The job entails removing 29 marked trees in various locations in the city. Bid specifications can be obtained at City Hall, 403 3rd Street Ida Grove, IA, by request through mail […]
City Amenities Closed For Season
With the colder temperatures approaching, please note the following closures for City amenities. City Park: Restrooms are closed. Kiwanis Ballfields: Restrooms and drinking fountains are closed. Public Works will reopen these in the spring of 2025.
10-28-24 Construction
On Monday, October 28, 2024, the IA DOT will be closing a portion of the outside lane at the intersection of Hwy 175 and Forrest Avenue. Please use caution in this area.
Public Input Questionnaire 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan
PAPER COPIES ARE AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL.
CY-HAWK GAME 2024
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City Hall Closed 9-2-2024
City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Partial Trail Closure
A portion of the Pleasant Valley Trail will be closed for pipe replacement work that has begun on the western side of town. We anticipate this closure to last over the next 2 – 4 weeks. The pedestrian/bike bridge will still be accessible to cross. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope to get this […]
Congratulations On Your Retirement!
On August 18, 2024, the Ida Grove Fire Department held a celebration of retirement for 3 of their long term firefighters. Don Wunschel 50 years, Terry Lovett 47.5 years, and Rick Wonder 34 years. Thank you for all of your dedication and service! Congratulations on your retirement! Pictured from left to right are as follows: […]
Have You Seen This Dog?
****UPDATE**** ROSIE HAS BEEN FOUND Rosie, who is blind and deaf, wandered away from her property on Sunday night around 5pm. Rosie is wearing a collar with her owners information. If you know her whereabouts, please contact Jodi Miller.
***UPDATE**** Lost Dog 8/15/2024
****THE OWNER HAS BEEN LOCATED.*** The City of Ida Grove has picked up a dog that was running at large near the 7th Street Bridge. This is a female and appears to be a Lab/Great Dane mix. If you have any information on this friendly gal, please contact City Hall at 364-2428 during normal business […]
FY25 Street Repair Bids
The City of Ida Grove invites you to bid on FY25 street repairs. Bid sheets may be obtained at City Hall, 403 3rd Street, on our website at www.idagroveia.com or by email request at [email protected] Click Here For 2024 Concrete Patching Bid Form Click Here For 2024 Asphalt & Crack Seal Bid Forms Each bid […]
Closed 7/4/2024
City Hall will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, July 5th. Have a safe and happy 4th!
Looking For A Home
On the evening of June 20, 2024, the Sheriff’s Office picked up a dog running at large. This animal has not been claimed as of today, June 27, 2024. The city is allowed to keep animals for a maximum of seven days. The city has made numerous attempts to contact animal shelters and find a […]
Heritage Days Kick Off 2024
Heritage Days officially begins today, June 27, 2024! The afternoon looks to be amazing, so come on down to Godbersen Park and check out all of the local Farmer’s Market vendors, AND to take a night off from cooking! The Pork Producers will be grilling burgers and hot dogs with the City of Ida Grove […]
***UPDATE*** OWNER FOUND** Lost Dogs 6-18-24
On 6/18/2024, the City of Ida Grove picked up 2 lost dogs found along 2nd Street, near Horn Physicians Clinic. The black and white one is a male, and the beagle mix is female. If anyone has any information on the owner(s), please contact City Hall at 364-2428.
Still Looking For Owner 5/29/2024 Lost Dog
On 5/24/2024, the City of Ida Grove picked up a lost dog along First Street. We are trying to locate the owner of this sweet animal. If you have any information please contact City Hall at 364-2428.
**UPDATE*** Lost Dog
**UPDATE** OWNER HAS BEEN LOCATED. This dog was found along Washington Street. Please help us find her owner. If you have any information, please contact City Hall at 364-2428 during normal business hours. If outside of normal business hours, please contact the Ida County Sheriff’s Office at 364-3146.
2024 Outdoor Pool Season
THERE’S NO LIFE LIKE POOL LIFE! Tomorrow, May 24th, 2024, the outdoor pool will officially be open for the season! Hours of operation are as follows: Monday – Saturday 1PM – 5PM and 7PM – 9PM Sunday 1PM – 6PM Lap Swim/Water Walking Monday – Friday 12pm – 1pm & 6pm – 7pm Shout out […]
City Hall Closed Memorial Day
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Unauthorized Motor Vehicles Prohibited
9.30.110 & 12.60.010 – 12.60.080 The City of Ida Grove would like to remind residents that motor vehicles are not allowed anywhere along the flood control or Pleasant Valley Trail. These motor vehicles include, but are not limited to; mopeds, dirt bikes, golf carts, ATV’s, and UTV’s. It shall be unlawful for anyone to operate […]
Boil Advisory No Longer Required 5-10-24
We have just been notified that the second round of water samples have passed all requirements. The boil advisory has been lifted. You do not need to boil the water before consuming. Thank you for your patience.
Boil Advisory Still In Effect
The precautionary boil advisory will remain in effect until at least Friday, May 10th due to DNR requirements. We will update the public as soon as the advisory may be lifted. As a reminder, it is safe to use the water, but is advised to boil prior to consumption.
Updated Information 5-8-24
We are expecting water pressure to return to normal early this afternoon. With that, we are expecting to see sediment and discolored water in the lines. Flush your outside spigot or run water in your bathtub until clear. We are unsure what the timeline will be for the boil advisory due to test results from […]
Thank You!
The Battle Creek Fire Department have graciously donated water they had on hand from The National Volunteer Fire Council & Anheuser-Busch. If anyone is in need of drinking water please come to City Hall. Thank You Battle Creek Fire Department we sincerely appreciate your generosity during this unforeseen circumstance.
Boil Advisory 5-8-24
Power outage in town and the water tower empty for painting has caused depressurization in the system and requires the city to issue a boil advisory once the water is back on. The water may be used, but not consumed prior to boiling. If you could please pass this info to your employers and fellow […]
Pleasant Valley Trail Open May 1st
The Pleasant Valley Trail will officially be open for the season as of May 1st.
Lost Dog 4-22-24
The City of Ida Grove has picked up a male dog found near Brownies. If anyone has any information on this dog’s owner, please contact City Hall at 364-2428. If outside of normal business hours (8 am to 4 pm), contact the Ida County Sheriffs Office at 364-3146.
City Hall Ribbon Cutting & Open House
Join us on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 3:00pm for the newly constructed City Hall ribbon cutting! Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, there will be an open house until 5:00pm for the public. We look forward to seeing you!
Lead & Copper Sampling
Last year a new well was added to the water system. The City of Ida Grove is required to increase monitoring of Lead and Copper to assess how the new water may affect the metal pipes in the distribution system. To help locate qualifying sites to monitor the water we have provided a short survey […]
FY25 Proposed Budget Adoption
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed FY25 budget at City Hall, located at 403 3rd Street, at 5:30 p.m. on April 15, 2024. Click Here To View Proposed FY25 Budget Adoption
Pickleball/Tennis Court Nets
The nets at City Park are being set up. Warm weather and sunshine will be heading this way, it’s a great time to get out there and play!
Siren Work North End Of Town
The annual statewide tornado drill took place today, March 27, 2024, at 10 am. While the drill was taking place, it came to the attention of our staff that the siren on the north end of town (near the Catholic Church) did not work properly. City crews are working on this, and advised not be […]
2024 Burning Regulations
City of Ida Grove Burning Regulations Per City Code 13.25.150 (8) Hours and dates of burning: No person will be allowed to burn nearer than 10 feet of any building, or on any street or sidewalk at any time. Burning is only permitted between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. from April 1 […]
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