Scott County News and Notices

**Annual Test of Scott County’s Wireless Emergency Alert System**

The Treasurer's Office is transitioning to a new appointment system starting Tuesday, January 20. As a result, customers will not be able to schedule appointments beyond January 20th using the current system. Customers will not be able to schedule appointments from Thursday, January 14th – Monday...

Scott County Auditor Announces Candidate Withdrew Recount Request from 2025 City School Election DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins is announcing Chris J. Jerome withdrew his recount request for the 7th Ward race in the City of Davenport. The recount began at 9:00 a.m. with the four 7th Ward precincts: D71, D72, D73 and D74. These ballots were run through the central count machines using the same program from election day. All numbers were an exact match with the election day results. Therefore, Mr. Jerome chose to stop the recount.

NEWS RELEASE Release date: Immediately Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 Scott County Auditor Reminds Voters of City School Election Voting Options DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters that early voting is still available. “Our office is open on...

**Countywide Burn Ban for Scott County, Iowa, has been Lifted**

Yearly influenza vaccination continues to be recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older. If you have questions about the flu shot or other vaccinations, talk to your healthcare provider!

Join experts from the Iowa Cancer Registry and University of Iowa College of Public Health to learn about cancer trends, statistics, and risk factors in Scott County.

Join experts from the Iowa Cancer Registry and University of Iowa College of Public Health to learn about cancer trends, statistics, and risk factors in Scott County. Learn more here.

The Auditor’s Office is aware of a letter recently sent to voters in Scott County indicating the person may not be registered to vote. These letters were NOT sent by the Auditor’s Office or the Secretary of State’s Office and may not be accurate. Check your voter registration status at https:/...

Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced voters can submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the Davenport City Primary Election on October 7 and the City School Election on November 4. “It is a unique time as both forms can be requested and turned in together,” said Tompkins. You must submit a request for an absentee ballot to receive a ballot via mail for each separate election. Ballots will begin to be mailed on September 17 for the Primary Election and October 15 for the City School Election.

Release date: August 11, 2025 – release immediately Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 Candidate Filing Begins for Davenport City Primary 2025 DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced the filing period begins today to be on the ballot for the City of...

We will be hosting additional immunization clinics this month as families prepare to head back to school! Call us at 563-326-8618 to make an appointment. Thursday, August 21, 8:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friday, August 22, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday, August 25, 8:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

MEDIC EMS CAAS Reaccreditation "We're thrilled to announce that MEDIC EMS of Scott County has received its ninth 3-year reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS)! Every member of our team plays a vital role in upholding the rigorous standards set by CAAS...

Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced the period to submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the October 7 City of Davenport Primary Election, if applicable, begins Tuesday, July 29. 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 October 7,” said Tompkins.

Due to a locally acquired case of measles not linked to other known cases in Eastern Iowa on Monday, July 14, 2025, an accelerated MMR vaccination schedule is strongly recommended.

On July 14, 2025, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a disaster proclamation for Scott County due to the impacts of Friday’s severe weather.

In response to the severe weather events of July 11, 2025, Scott County Emergency Management Commission has declared a State of Emergency for the county. The State of Emergency authorizes certain response and recovery efforts throughout the community.

Bettendorf, IA - The Quad Cities’ third annual community emergency resource fair will take place on Sunday, August 17, from 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State Street in Bettendorf, Iowa. The Be Ready QC Emergency Resource Fair is a family-friendly event focused on educating the public on emergency and disaster preparedness. Brian Payne, Scott County EMA Director, shared “the goal of the fair is to make our community more resilient in the face of disasters and emergency events.”

The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2025 through January 10, 2026 at Scott County Park. This hunt is only for residents of Iowa. Applications are now available and need to be returned no later than Wednesday, July 31st, 2025...

DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced today the Candidate Guide is available via the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office for the City-School Election this fall and can be found at their website. “I encourage candidates to turn in their packets early in the filing period to allow time for any concerns. We also have great resources linked to our website, elections.scottcountyiowa.gov/candidates, including a video that explains how to review the full process with specific details,” shared Tompkins.