Part Time Job Opening

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The Ida Grove Library is accepting applications for a part time Library Assistant to work eighteen hours per week; including day, evening and weekend hours. The person in this position will provide our community with outstanding patron services and be committed to promoting the services the library offers. Candidates must have knowledge of current technology, excellent customer service skills, and be willing to learn library practices and procedures. This position requires a high school diploma and is contingent upon a successful background check. Applications and job descriptions for this position may be obtained from Ida Grove City Hall, 403 Main Street, Ida Grove, IA 51445. Open until filled.

City to start work on Library sewer lines

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The City of Ida Grove will be starting sewer line work at the library at 7:30am on Thursday, August 23rd. Please be advised that the library will not have open public restrooms while this work is being completed. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Source Water Protection Plan

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YOU ARE INVITED!

The City of Ida Grove is pleased to announce that we are in the beginning stages of a collaborative Source Water Protection effort between our city officials, community members, and members of our rural community.  We would like to welcome you to an open planning meeting regarding Source Water, our current protection efforts and how we can move forward together in developing a long term plan for keeping our drinking water clean.

PLEASE JOIN US!

March 13, 2018

6:00pm

Ida Grove Community Rec Center

YOUR PARTICIPATION IS GREATLY VALUED!

For more information, contact Bridget Durst:

712-262-4177

[email protected]

City of Ida Grove: 712-364-2428

Extendable Backwater Valves

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Basement flooding can result in serious property damage.  Be mindful of your health and safety when cleaning up your flooded basement.  Floodwater may carry waterborne diseases, corrosive agents, irritants, and sharp objects.  Electrical accidents are possible because of contact between appliances and water.  Dress appropriately; wear overalls, gloves, protective eyewear, protective boots and a mask.  Open windows and stay away from electrical equipment and outlets or shut off the electrical power.

A backwater valve is a device that prevents sewage from backing up into your basement.  A valve will automatically prevent water from the sanitary sewer from coming back into your home’s plumbing system.  A properly installed backwater valve must be placed so that sewage backup will be stopped and not come out through plumbing fixtures or the floor drain in your basement.  A licensed plumber can look at your system and recommend the appropriate installation.  If you are going to install a backwater valve, a licensed plumbing contractor must install it properly.  These valves also require periodic inspection and maintenance to remove debris and reduce the risk of failure.  Ask a licensed plumbing contractor how to properly inspect and maintain the backwater valve that is installed for your home.

It is important to note that a backwater valve is designed to be closed during sewer surcharge conditions to keep water from the sanitary sewer system from flowing into your home.  When the backwater valve closes, water from inside of your home will not drain out.  When there is a risk of sewer surcharge, such as during a heavy rain storm, you should avoid using the toilet, sink, shower, washer, dishwasher or any other appliance that releases water to the sanitary sewer system.  The water will not be able to get past your backflow prevention device(s) and will have nowhere to go except back into your home.

If you are redoing the sewer line to your house, the City of Ida Grove suggests you include an extendable backwater valve.  This valve will help prevent sewer line backups into your basement.  If you have any questions, please contact City Hall at 364-2428 or the WWTP Operator Shannon Hazelton at 364-3252.

Online Utility Bill Pay

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In an effort to provide you with ease and flexibility for your utility bill payments, the City of Ida Grove has implemented a new online payment service through Forte.  You can find the new service payment link at the bottom of the city’s main web page, or you may click on the Government dropdown box tab at the top right of the main page, click on the utilities option and click on the payment link located on this page.

  • Pay your bill via Forte’s secure website
  • Select payment options that work for you – credit card or debit card
  • Receive an electronic confirmation of your payment

Mike Collins Presented With Service Award

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The City of Ida Grove and the Ida Grove Fire Department would like to thank Mike Collins for his many years of service to the community.  Mike served as Fire Chief for 10 years within his total of 32 years of service in the Fire Department.  Mike is presented with his service award by Mayor and Assistant Fire Chief Devlun Whiteing.  Thank you Mike for your service, it is very much appreciated by everyone in the community.

4th of July Celebration

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The City of Ida Grove wishes you a safe and happy 4th of July celebration!

Rec Center Schedules Spring Classes

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