Closing Early 3-29-24
In respects to Good Friday, our office will close at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 29th. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 1st. We wish everyone a safe and Happy Easter!
Author Archive for: City of Ida Grove
Entries by Tonya Rehse
2024 Permit Notice
Permit Notice This serves as a reminder to all property owners and contractors that permits are required prior to beginning any construction or maintenance on projects such as: water, sanitary sewer, building construction, etc. Please visit the online city code at https://idagrove.municipal.codes/ or contact City Hall if you are unsure if a permit is required in order […]
Water Discoloration
Many of the changes in the water you’re seeing lately are due to introducing the new well into the City water system. As with any change, it takes some time to work out all the kinks. We are aware of and working to address the color in the water. The discoloration is produced by iron […]
2024 Compost & Brush Pile Notice
CITY MAINTAINED COMPOST AND BRUSH PILES 8.35.010 The city of Ida Grove, from time to time, as designated by the city council at a regular meeting, may open, operate and maintain a compost and/or brush pile on city property for the use and convenience of citizens residing in the corporate limits for disposal of yard […]
2024 Seasonal Help Wanted
HELP WANTED The City of Ida Grove is currently seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to join our team for a seasonal, part-time mowing position. Working hours will be determined by the Park’s Superintendent, up to 25 hours/week, with all equipment provided by the City. Current driver’s license is required. Experience in mowing, […]
FY25 Proposed Property Tax Public Hearing Notice
A public hearing will be held at Ida Grove City Hall on 4/01/2024 at 5:00 PM on the proposed property tax levy. The attached notice has been published in the Ida County Courier (3/20/2024), and on the City of Ida Grove, Recreation Center, Library, and the Fire Department Facebook pages in addition to the website. […]
City Hall Drop-Box New Location!
The drop-box has been moved and placed as of today 3/12/2024 at its permanent location, 403 3rd Street. The drop-box will be drive-through accessible by entering the parking lot from Main Street & following through to the exit on 3rd Street. We appreciate everyone’s patience while we transition. Be on the lookout for publication of […]
Reminder! City Hall Closed Monday 3/11 & Tuesday 3/12
IT’S MOVING TIME – NOTICE OF CITY HALL CLOSURE We will be closed on Monday, March 11 and Tuesday, March 12 while we transition into the new building. All City Hall business will be conducted at our new location, 403 3rd Street effective March 13. Also effective March 13, the payment drop box will be […]
Lost Dog 3/6/2024
The City of Ida Grove has picked up a male dog found along 7th Street. 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 Moving Time!
IT’S MOVING TIME – NOTICE OF CITY HALL CLOSURE We are excited to announce the construction completion of City Hall! We will be closed on Monday, March 11 and Tuesday, March 12 while we transition into the new building. All City Hall business will be conducted at our new location, 403 3rd Street effective March […]
Cat & Dog License Discount Rate Ends Tomorrow!
Stop into City Hall and get your pet registered at the discounted rate! Discount rate ends TOMORROW! All dogs & cats over SIX months old must be licensed. January 1 – February 29 $10.00 altered $15.00 not altered March 1 – December 31 $15.00 altered $20.00 not altered
City Hall Closed Monday 2-19-24
City Hall will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of President’s Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, February 20, 2024.
2024 Dog & Cat License Reminder
Reminder that all dogs & cats over SIX months old MUST be licensed. Proof of vaccination is required at time of licensing. City Code 6.10.020 – License Required Fees: January 1 – February 29, (leap year) $10 if spayed or neutered. $15 if not spayed or neutered. For the remainder of the year (March 1 […]
Street Condition
We have received numerous calls about the slushy/slick streets in town. Our Public Works department is currently out plowing/sanding streets to get them cleared.
Iowa Home Repair Pilot Program Application
Iowa Home Repair Pilot Program Application Now Available Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) has announced that the application portal for the Iowa Home Repair Pilot Program (HRPP) is now OPEN. The application portal will remain open for applications through January 31, 2024, at 4:30 p.m., subject to available funding. The primary goal of the HRPP is […]
2024 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 Closing Early
City Hall Holiday Hours Friday, 12/29/2023 8a.m. to Noon Monday, 1/1/2024 Closed Tuesday, 1/2/24 we will resume normal business hours .
Lost Dog
The City of Ida Grove just picked up a black lab with no collar that was running near Brownies. If anyone has any information on this dog’s owner, please contact City Hall at 712-364-2428.
City Hall Holiday Hours
City Hall Holiday Hours Friday, December 22 8 am – Noon Monday, December 25 Closed Friday, December 29 8 am – Noon Monday, January 1 Closed
City Council Chambers Memorial Donation
The Robert and Kathryn Spotts family presented a generous donation in the amount of $25,000.00 to furnish the newly constructed City Council Chambers. The donation is in honor of the late Robert Spotts, who served on City Council from 1972-1979. His wife Kathryn, also assisted in many elections. The Council Chambers will be completed with […]
Boil Notice Lifted 11-30-23
AS A REMINDER IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE A NOTICE VIA DOOR HANGER, THIS DOES NOT PERTAIN TO YOU. We have been notified that all requirements have been met and the boil advisory is now lifted. Thank you.
Notice of Scheduled Repair/Maintenance 11-29-23
IF YOU WERE NOT NOTIFIED VIA DOOR HANGER, THEN THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PERTAIN TO YOU. Notice of Scheduled Repair/Maintenance The City of Ida Grove will be removing a broken water main valve and a small section of water main in the 700 block of South main street on Wednesday, November 29. This work will […]
City Hall Closed 11/23 & 11/24
City Hall will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, November 23, and also on Friday, November 24. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, November 27, 2023. City staff would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving Day.
Boil Advisory No Longer Required
IF YOU WERE NOT NOTIFIED VIA DOOR HANGER, THEN THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PERTAIN TO YOU. BOIL ADVISORY NO LONGER REQUIRED Due to unforeseen circumstances, the City of Ida Grove was unable to complete the valve replacement project as planned due to timing of the water sample testing and holiday weekend. We will keep you […]
OPERATION: CHRISTMAS MEAL
This will be located at the Ida Grove Pool on Friday 12/8/2023, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. The entrance will be on Barnes Street (between the IG Rec Center and IG Swimming Pool) and you will exit from the pool side on Second Street.
Burning Regulations
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 1st to November 30th of each year. Yard waste is […]
Notice Of Scheduled Repair/Maintenance
IF YOU WERE NOT NOTIFIED VIA DOOR HANGER, THEN THIS NOTICE DOES NOT PERTAIN TO YOU. Notice of Scheduled Repair/Maintenance The City of Ida Grove will be replacing a broken water valve on Monday, November 20th. This work does require a boil notice advisory for your residence. You may use the water, but do not […]
Snowmobile Routes & Regulations
10.60.020 – 10.60.030 The City of Ida Grove reminds residents that snowmobiles may be operated upon streets that have not been plowed during the snow season. Also, snowmobiles may be driven in alleys to and from Fifth Street. Remember to keep to the right-hand curb when operating snowmobiles on Fifth and Rohwer Streets. NO snowmobiles […]
Mayor’s Proclamation For City Of Ida Grove
MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION FOR CITY OF IDA GROVE ALL NIGHT PARKING PROHIBITED SNOW REMOVAL PARKING PROHIBITED PLEASANT VALLEY TRAIL CLOSED DURING WINTER BADGER CREEK PARK NORTH & SOUTH ENTRANCES CLOSED DURING WINTER -NOW IN EFFECT- Notice is hereby given Chapters 10.45.080, 10.45.100 and 12.60.080 of the City Code of the City of Ida Grove will be […]
City Plow Trucks
City Plow Truck for Sale The City of Ida Grove is seeking sealed bids for a 1993 International Single Axle Truck, Manual Transmission, with a 10’ Dump Box with attached 11’ Reversable Plow. Has 119,074 Miles. City Plow Truck for Sale The City of Ida Grove is seeking sealed bids for a 1994 Ford L8000 […]
Tree Removal Bid Invitation
Invitation to Bid 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 13 marked trees in various locations in the city. Bid specifications can be obtained at City Hall, temporarily located at the Rec Center, 311 Barnes Street, Ida […]
City Hall Closed 11/10/23 For Veterans Day
City Hall will be closed this Friday, November 10, 2023 in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, November 13, 2023. Thank you to all of our Veterans for your service.
Election Day 2023!
Just a reminder that today, November 7, 2023, is Election Day for City Council, School Board, and EMS support. Stop into the Ida Grove Recreation Center to vote! The polls are open until 8 p.m.
Water Tower Update
Sandblasting for the water tower has been completed. The first of 3 coats have been applied. This is a corrosion barrier coat to protect the tank from rust. Unfortunately, due to the forecasted drop in temperatures, crews are unable to finish with painting for the year. The paint crew has Ida Grove listed as top […]
City Amenities Closed For Season
With colder temperatures in the upcoming forecast, please note the following closures for City amenities. City Park: Restrooms are closed and the tennis & pickleball nets are being taken down. Kiwanis Ballfields: Restrooms and drinking fountains are closed. Public Works will reopen these amenities in the spring of 2024.
Lost Dog
An older female dog (shepherd breed) was found near Harold Godbersen Drive today. She is very calm and friendly. If anyone has any information regarding this lost dog, please contact City Hall at 364-2428.
Milling & Overlaying
Blacktop Service Company will be in town today to begin milling streets. They will then begin to overlay the streets late Thursday and/or Friday. The following streets are: 6th Street from Taylor to Burns 2nd Street from Rohwer to Warren 800 Block of Valley View Drive
Street Repairs
Beginning today, 10-2-2023, Blacktop Service Company will start crack sealing the following streets: Circle Drive Fairlane Street Iowa Street Washington Street from Highway to N. Main Street Moorehead Avenue from Highway to N. Main Street N. Main Street Court Street from 5th to 7th Moorehead Street from 5th to 7th These repairs will continue throughout […]
Lost Dog 9-26-23
This dog was found at the OABCIG High School, but was also seen running around Fairlane earlier. If anyone has any information on this lost dog, please contact City Hall at 712-364-2428. We would like to see this dog find it’s owner.
Water Tower Sandblasting & Painting
Within the next couple of days, Maguire Iron will begin sandblasting our water tower. The tower will be contained as much as possible to help control the noise and dust. However, residents near the tower may experience increased noise levels during this time. Crews will begin working approximately 7am to 7pm seven days a week […]
Caution: Chemical Spraying 2023
Public Works crew members will be spraying for weeds over the next several weeks at City parks as well as other City property. These flags will be placed in all areas being sprayed, please refrain from walking through areas where this flag is present.
City Council Opportunities Deadline Today 9-21-23
Reminder that forms are due today, 9-21-23, by 5 p.m.
OABCIG Homecoming 2023
We are cheering on our OABCIG Falcons tonight as they play against MVAOCOU at 7pm. There will be lots of exciting activities going on today! Enjoy the Homecoming parade today at 4:00, tailgating at the OABCIG High School at 4:30 with games, food, and fun, followed by the Homecoming game. If you are unable to […]
BOIL ADVISORY LIFTED 9-14-23
We have just been notified that the second round of water samples have come back and passed all requirements. The boil advisory has been lifted. You do not need to boil the water before consuming. Thank you for your patience.
Update 9-13-23
The boil advisory that was issued yesterday morning was due to a short term outage during the City’s ongoing migration from the old water system to the new water system, which caused a loss of pressure. We understand the frustration and are doing everything we can to avoid a future disruption. Please be patient while […]
CY-HAWK GAME 2023
WE’VE GOT SPIRIT YES WE DO! WE’VE GOT SPIRIT HOW BOUT YOU?! POST A PICTURE ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OF WHO YOU ARE ROOTING FOR TOMORROW. THE CY-HAWK GAME BEGINS AT 2:30. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
Update ~ Boil Advisory
The current boil advisory for Badger Creek Drive and all of Zobel’s Addition is still in effect. In order to lift the boil advisory, the city is required by the Iowa DNR to submit and pass two individual water samples. As of today, 9/7/2023, our first 18 hour test sample passed the requirements. We will […]
City Hall Closed Labor Day
City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
2nd & Main Farmers Market 8/24/2023
ATTENTION: We are sorry to announce that we are canceling tomorrow’s market due to the heat. This heat advisory is now continuing through tomorrow and we just want all of our vendors and grillers (and market-goers!) to be safe. PTP will potentially be grilling and serving food at a future market, more on that to […]
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