Scott County News and Notices

An online auction to dispose of Scott County’s six remaining tax deed parcels will begin Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Noon, and close at Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:59am. The minimum bid for a parcel begins at $100, with the winning bidder also responsible for a 10% buyer’s premium to be paid...

A recount has been requested in the Iowa District 1 House race and the Iowa State House of Representatives District 98 race. The IA-1 recount will begin 11-22 at 12:30 pm at 1400 Lancer Ct, Eldridge, IA 52748. It will resume counting Monday 11-25 at 8:00 am. The H-98 Recount will begin 11-25 at 8:00...

MEDIC crew saves a patient in cardiac arrest On August 4th, 2024, Mark was having a medical emergency and called 911 in his home. The Bettendorf Fire Department and MEDIC EMS of Scott County arrived just in time. Mark’s heart stopped beating in front of the providers. MEDIC and BFRD successfully...

Release date: Immediate Release – November 8, 2024 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 Scott County Post-Election Audit Confirms Results DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, Kerri Tompkins, announced that a Post-Election Audit of the ballots cast in...

Release date: Immediate Release – November 5, 2024 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 (office) Scott County to Conduct Post-Election Audit DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections Kerri Tompkins announced today her office will conduct a Post-Election...

The 2024 Community Health Assessment is now available! This assessment is a data-driven approach to determining the health status, behaviors, and needs of residents in the Quad Cities area. View the report here: http://quadcities.healthforecast.net/index.html.

From October 27th 2024 to October 30th 2024, The Scott County Sheriff’s Office did Sex Offender compliance checks on all registered Sex Offenders who reside in Scott County, IA. There currently are 508 registered sex offenders who reside in Scott County. There are 43 registered sex offenders from outside of Scott County who are employed or attend school in Scott County, IA.

Scott County Auditor Reminds Voters of Voting Opportunities DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters that Election Day is around the corner. “It is important to me to get the correct information out and for each voter to know there are still numerous opportunities available to vote before Election Day.” Click title for more information

Temporary change to Recorder's Office processing times. Due to staffing, our office may be unable to provide same day processing for vital records requests including marriage licenses. If you are planning to get married in the month of December or New Years Day, you need to have your application...

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

Updated polling place reminders coming soon to Scott County voters’ mailboxes Davenport – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters that some polling places have changed due to redistricting across the state. This is the first Presidential General Election with the new changes. “Mailing Notices about polling place changes went out this week to every household with a registered Scott County voter. I want voters to be informed, so this is an extra communication effort to prepare voters for Election Day,” she said. Also, if you have questions, please call the office, 563-326-8631 or check the website, elections.scottcountyiowa.gov

Scott County Auditor Announces Early Voting Schedule for the November 5 General Election DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters in-person early voting options start tomorrow. “I am excited to share there is a record number of 14 early voting satellite locations with 76 hours available outside of normal business hours to vote in Scott County this General Election.

Des Moines, Iowa — Iowans affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding on June 16 through July 23, 2024, have until Oct. 22, 2024, to apply for FEMA assistance.

Flurry of Absentee Ballot Request Forms The Scott County Auditor’s Office has been fielding concerns from voters who have received multiple absentee ballot request forms in the mail. Not to worry, says Auditor Kerri Tompkins. Careful recordkeeping will assure that voters vote only once in a given...

The best way to protect yourself from the seasonal flu and potential complications is to get the flu shot every year. The flu shot can prevent you from getting sick in the first place, but it can also reduce the severity of illness in people who do still get sick. Visit https://www.vaccines.gov/ to find a vaccine location near you. You may need to check with the location to ensure they have vaccine available. Through the Vaccines for Adults (VFA) program, the influenza vaccine is available to uninsured and underinsured adults 19 years of age and older. Call us at 563-326-8618 to check eligibility and schedule an appointment!

Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announces important dates for the upcoming November 5 General Election. “Please plan ahead so you can be sure to cast your ballot,” says Tompkins.

Genesis Occupational Health will be onsite to administer the flu vaccine on the following dates: WEDNESDAY, October 2nd from 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. on the 1st floor Board Room of the Administration Center. THURSDAY, October 3rd from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. at Secondary Roads (SIGN UP directly with...

Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Scott County DES MOINES, Iowa — FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center on Thursday, Sept. 5 in Scott County to provide one-on-one help to people affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding this spring. Recovery specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration will provide information on available services, explain assistance programs and help survivors complete or check the status of their applications.

Scott County Auditor Announces First Day to Submit Request for Absentee Ballots for the November 5 General Election DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced that Tuesday, August 27 is the first day for voters to submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the November 5 General Election. You must request an absentee ballot to receive a ballot via the mail. Ballots will begin to be mailed on October 16. The completed absentee ballot request form is due in our office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 21

Absentee ballot date reminders for General Election on November 5, 2024 coming soon to Scott County voters’ mailboxes Davenport – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins wants to educate voters on important absentee ballot dates for the upcoming General Election.