Scott County News and Notices

The Scott County Emergency Management Agency is proud to recognize National Emergency Management Awareness Month throughout August. The campaign is designed to increase public awareness of the emergency management profession and recognize the dedicated professionals who work every day to help communities, businesses, schools, healthcare organizations, and government agencies prepare for emergencies and disasters.

We will be hosting additional immunization clinics in August as families prepare to head back to school! Call us at 563-326-8618 to make an appointment.

World Breastfeeding Week takes place August 1–7, 2026. This year’s theme is “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works." The campaign goal is to build long-term support systems so that all families can breastfeed if they want to. Per the World Alliance for Breastfeeding...

The Scott County Health Department’s Healthy Pregnancy Coalition is excited to host a Community Baby Shower on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the TMBC Lincoln Center (318 E 7th St, Davenport) from 1 to 3 PM.

The Scott County Health Department was made aware of extortion scams occurring in the Dubuque area targeting temporary food, event, or food truck license holders in Iowa. The Health Department urges everyone to take extra precaution.

By December 1, 2026, certain Iowa Health and Wellness Plan (IHAWP) Medicaid members will need to meet monthly requirements to enroll in and keep IHAWP health plan coverage. Click on the article to learn about ways members can be ready for the coming changes.

The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2026 through January 10, 2027 at Scott County Park. This hunt is only for residents of Iowa. Applications are now available and need to be returned no later than Friday, July 31st, 2026 by 4...

Davenport, Iowa – Due to a water main break, the Scott County Treasurer’s Office location at the County General store (behind the Village Shopping Center) is temporarily closed until further notice. To ensure continued access for the public, all services normally conducted at the County General Store location will be available at the downtown office located in the Scott County Administrative Center.

On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Scott Emergency Communications Center (SECC) experienced an intermittent disruption affecting some incoming 911 calls. The issue began at approximately 4:40 p.m. and lasted for about 30 minutes. During that time, some 911 calls were received successfully, while others appeared as abandoned and/or dropped calls.

Emergencies and disasters can happen with little warning. Whether it is severe weather, a power outage, a fire, or another unexpected event, having a plan in place can make a difference. For families with young children in school or child care, planning ahead can help reduce confusion and stress, while ensuring children are safely reunited with parents or caregivers during an emergency.

The cities of Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge, and LeClaire are inviting residents to participate in a survey to share experiences and ideas to improve public transportation in Scott County. The regional transit study is made possible by an Iowa Department of Transportation grant awarded to the four...

Absentee voting is available from Wednesday, May 13 until Monday, June 1 at the Auditor’s Office, Scott County Administrative Center, 600 West 4th Street, 5th Floor, Davenport. Voting at the Administrative Center is Monday - Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Voting will also be available on Saturday, May 30 from 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. There were no valid petitioned satellite locations.

Scott County Supports Federal Fair Housing Practices We Do Business in Accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law (The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988) It is Illegal to Discriminate against any person because of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Handicap, Familial Status, or National Origin In the...

The assessment protest period has officially ended for the year 2026. The time has ended to informally protest an assessment with the Assessor's Office, which is from April 2 to April 25 annually. The time has ended to formally protest an assessment with the Board of Review, which is from April 2 to...

Did you know that the Iowa tick season starts in April? Ticks are common throughout the summer and often become less of a problem after cooler weather arrives. Ticks come in a variety of colors, sizes, and shapes. Some carry illness and disease so it’s important to check pets and people for ticks after being outside.

The Quad Cities communities are working together to increase bicycle and pedestrian safety. It’s important to remember that safety is the highest priority on all Quad Cities trails.

Each April, National Public Health Week shines a spotlight on the systems, people, and partnerships that keep our communities healthy. This year’s theme —Ready. Set. Action! — was chosen by the American Public Health Association (APHA) and calls on each of us to look back at the progress made and look forward to the steps needed for an even healthier future.

Outdoor Warning Sirens Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with local public safety partners, is reminding residents about the purpose of outdoor warning sirens and when they may be activated. Outdoor warning sirens are meant to alert people who are outside about a potentially...

**Countywide Burn Ban for Scott County, Iowa, has been Lifted** The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshalls Office, has determined that the danger to life and property in Scott County, Iowa, has been reduced enough to remove...

DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced the period to submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the June 2 Primary Election is now open. Iowa law allows county auditors to accept absentee ballot requests no more than 70 days before an election. “Please plan ahead if you know you will not be able to vote in-person on June 2,” said Tompkins. The completed absentee ballot request form is due in our office at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 18. Request forms are available in the office (M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), via download from the Auditor’s webpage or the Auditor’s Office will mail forms to voters upon request, 563-326-8631. The request form link is on the website: