Scott County News and Notices

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.

On June 27th, National HIV Testing Day, Scott County Health Department will be providing free rapid HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) testing and counseling at Walgreens located at 1720 W Kimberly Road in Davenport from 10 AM to 6 PM.

Scott County, Iowa – At approximately 2:50 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, the Scott Emergency Communications Center (SECC) received credible reports from Scott County Sheriff’s Deputies and personnel with a rural fire department of two rotating funnel clouds observed in the area of U.S. Highway 61, near Park View, Eldridge, and Long Grove.

MEDIC EMS of Scott County has been nationally recognized for its outstanding GOLD standard pre-hospital care. MEDIC, along with partnering fire departments in the county, has demonstrated adherence to the latest research-based clinical practice to support better outcomes for our patients. We are...

**Brian Payne receives the Emergency Manager of the year award.**

The community is encouraged to attend the Health and Wellness Fair hosted by Scott County Health Department and community partners on Saturday, May 31st, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Freight House Farmer's Market (421 W River Drive, Davenport, IA 52801).

Scott County Auditor encourages voters to update voter registration status, respond to No Activity and Change of Address notices Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins and Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate are alerting voters they may be receiving important mailers in the coming weeks as part of annual...

Glynns Creek Golf Course is now open for the season (weather permitting). For more information and Tee times, please call.

Questions about recently mailed Property Owner Budget Statements? These notices were mailed to comply with recently passed legislation as found in Iowa Code 24.2A. They are not your property tax statement, but a notice of: Proposed tax levies for the 2026/27 budget year for respective School...

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

Some landowners view prairie plants as unkempt weeds that need to be eradicated. But Iowa corn and soy-bean farmer Hans Schnekloth chose to have prairie plants seeded on the roadside bordering his property after he heard his county would do it for free. He said he was compelled to add the plants...

NOTICE OF DATA PRIVACY INCIDENT February 28, 2025 Scott County, Iowa (“Scott County”) recently became aware of an incident that may have impacted the privacy of information related to certain individuals. While Scott County is unaware of any actual or attempted misuse of information in relation to...

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

In 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation will award up to $250 million in Competitive Highway Bridge Program (CHBP) grants to support critical infrastructure projects across the country. CHBP is a nationally competitive grant program that provides additional transportation infrastructure...

Today, the Iowa Donor Network recognized our local heroes. In the year of 2024, MEDIC EMS of Scott County transported 5 critically ill patients that were able to donate healthy organs. MEDIC EMS has the highest number of transported patients in the state of Iowa that resulted in the donation of...

Property Tax Notice Reminder The second installment of property and mobile home taxes must be received or post marked by Monday, March 31, 2025 to avoid interest charges. More about Property Taxes & Online Payment Treasurer's Office Receive a Property Tax Notice Reminder by Email

Do you have questions about vaccines? Let us know what they are in our short survey! https://scottcountyiowa.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_em4IonOlkdtS7hY

Scott County Auditor Reminds Voters to Vote on January 28 for the Special Election DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins wants voters in Scott County to be aware of the Special Election on Tuesday, January 28. “This election only applies to 7400 Scott County voters, so please confirm eligibility before going to the polls.” The district covers all of Clinton County with small portions of Jackson and Scott Counties. Voters can verify eligibility online at elections.scottcountyiowa.gov or by contacting the Auditor’s Office 563-326-8631.

The Scott County Health Department and partners are proud to be hosting a Winter Wellness Event at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on Monday, January 27, 2025 from 9 am – 12 pm.

Due to a data conversion, the Treasurer’s Office will not be able to post any property tax payments Thursday, January 23rd – Saturday, January 25th. We anticipate the conversion to be completed on Monday, January 27, 2025.

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

The health department is pleased to present our Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report, highlighting our department's programs and activities. View the report here: FY2024 Annual Report

The Scott County Board of Supervisors invites the community to join in celebrating the completion of the newly constructed Youth Justice and Rehabilitation Center. This ribbon-cutting ceremony offers a chance to tour the facility and learn more about Scott County’s commitment to providing care for youth in a secure and rehabilitative environment.

On October 17th, 2024, MEDIC and the Bettendorf Fire Department responded to a four-year-old who was not breathing. BFD arrived on the scene, and a bystander was giving CPR to Shaniyah. Lt. Kyle Priest took over the resuscitation with his firefighters, and then the ambulance with Bailey and Anthony...

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.