Scott County News and Notices
Regular City Election voter turnout information will be updated on November 7th approximately 11:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Posted: Tue, 7 Nov 2017 - 08:00
At the November 2nd Board Meeting the Board of Supervisors presented representatives from both the Walcott and Eldridge Lions Club a signed resolution recognizing November as Diabetes Awareness Month.
Posted: Fri, 3 Nov 2017 - 08:45
On October 22nd through October 25th the Scott County Sex Offender Task Force, along with deputies of the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, members of the Sheriff’s Office Reserves, members of the Sheriff’s Office Senior Volunteers, the Iowa Department of Corrections, the Iowa Department of Criminal...
Posted: Thu, 2 Nov 2017 - 17:00
On October 22nd through October 25 th the Scott County Sex Offender Task Force, along with deputies of the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, members of the Sheriff’s Office Reserves, members of the Sheriff’s Office Senior Volunteers, the Iowa Department of Corrections, the Iowa Department of Criminal...
Posted: Thu, 2 Nov 2017 - 08:00
Everyone needs help sometimes. If you are struggling with alcohol, drugs, gambling or suicide, there is hope for you! Check out the resources at Iowa’s new website: https://yourlifeiowa.org/
Posted: Wed, 1 Nov 2017 - 11:30
Effectiveness of a Third Dose of MMR Vaccine for Mumps Outbreak Control The New England Journal of Medicine https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1703309 During a recent outbreak of mumps in a group of vaccinated students at the University of Iowa, health officials implemented a widespread MMR...
Posted: Wed, 1 Nov 2017 - 00:00
The Scott County Board of Supervisors will be conducting a ribbon cutting ceremony to recognize the completion of the Scott County Juvenile Diversion Programs space. The ceremony will take place at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday October 31, 2017 at 500 W 4th Street, the east side of the building.
Posted: Wed, 25 Oct 2017 - 08:00
You are invited to take part in a research study regarding child lead poisoning. Augustana College and the Scott County Health Department (SCHD) are collecting data regarding child lead poisoning in our community. Click the heading to link to the survey.
Posted: Tue, 17 Oct 2017 - 14:00
Vital Signs: Changes in Opioid Prescribing in the United States, 2006–2015 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/66/wr/mm6626a4.htm?s_cid=mm6626a4_w Prescription opioid-related overdoses have been making headlines in recent years, with the prevalence of deaths...
Posted: Mon, 16 Oct 2017 - 00:00
You are being invited to take part in a research study regarding child lead poisoning. Augustana College and the Scott County Health Department (SCHD) are collecting data regarding child lead poisoning in our community. Your valuable input will help us to develop effective campaigns to raise...
Posted: Fri, 13 Oct 2017 - 00:00
Join naturalist Michael J. Granger for a chance to hunt with an atlatl, a primitive hunting weapon originally used to hunt mastodon and bison. Large target pumpkins and real pumpkins will be set out as targets. Fun for the whole family and outdoor enthusiasts alike!!! Please call to pre-register.
Posted: Sun, 8 Oct 2017 - 07:45
Plan to be at West Lake Park, Lake of the Hills, Gate 1 at 10:30am. 2,000 rainbow trout will be released with 200 tagged giving you a chance to win a great prize*! There will also be raffle prizes where any person at the event has a chance of winning a prize. Several sponsors will be available along...
Posted: Fri, 6 Oct 2017 - 12:15
The Quad Cities Conservation Alliance, Modern Woodman, Arconic, and Army Corps of Engineers are sponsoring this annual event. This event features live birds of prey, a 20 foot climbing tower over 100 display booths, and of course, viewing of our national bird, the American bald eagle. The event is...
Posted: Sun, 1 Oct 2017 - 07:45
The Quad Cities Conservation Alliance, Illinois Department of Natural Resources and Army Corps of Engineers are sponsoring this annual event. This event features live birds of prey, a 20 foot climbing tower over 100 display booths, and of course, viewing of our national bird, the American bald eagle...
Posted: Sun, 1 Oct 2017 - 07:45
Beginning October 2nd and continuing through the remaining season at Glynns Creek Golf Course you can play 18 holes of golf for the 9 hole rate Monday through Friday ($25 w/cart). On Saturday and Sundays play 18 holes for the weekday rate ($35 w/cart). Come out and take advantage of this special and...
Posted: Sun, 1 Oct 2017 - 06:00
10 Policies to Prevent and Respond to Childhood Lead Exposure: An assessment of the risks communities face and key federal, state, and local solutions Health Impact Project, The PEW Charitable Trust http://www.pewtrusts.org/~/media/assets/2017/08/hip_childhood_lead_poisoning_report.pdf In response...
Posted: Sun, 1 Oct 2017 - 00:00
The Scott County Snapshot Event engages residents in water quality through a user friendly, process for data collection and provides a “snapshot” of the water quality in Scott County. The 2017 Fall Scott County Snapshot Event will be held October 10th, 8:00 am-12:00 pm at Bettendorf Fire Station, 5002 Crow Creek Rd, Bettendorf 52722 Volunteers are welcome and appreciated.
Posted: Fri, 29 Sep 2017 - 13:15
School Boards Election voter turnout information will be updated on September 12th approximately 11:30 am and 4:30 pm.
Posted: Tue, 12 Sep 2017 - 08:00
**Follow-up ** 09-04.17 The driver of the vehicle has been identified as Brian Jermaine Johnson, 35 years of age, from Blue Grass Iowa. The accident remains under investigation, nothing further at this time. ---------------------------------- On 09-03-17 at approximately 4:05 am Scott Emergency...
Posted: Sun, 3 Sep 2017 - 10:45
Tax Notice Reminder The first installment of property taxes and mobile home taxes must be received or post marked by Monday, October 2, 2017 to avoid interest charges. More about Property Taxes & Online Payment Treasurer Receive a Property Tax Notice Reminder by Email
Posted: Fri, 1 Sep 2017 - 08:00
The Iowa Department of Public Health has released the results of the 2016-2017 School and Child Care Immunization Audits. Click the header to view the immunization results for Scott County schools and child cares.
Posted: Thu, 31 Aug 2017 - 09:15
Scott County continues to be above the state average for compliance with the dental screening requirement for students enrolled in kindergarten and 9th grade. View the 2016-2017 School Dental Screening Audit Report to see how Scott County compares to others across the state.
Posted: Thu, 31 Aug 2017 - 09:00
The Scott County Board of Supervisors signed a proclamation affirming Scott County as a Safe, Welcoming and Diverse community. This proclamation was signed by all Supervisors and read by Supervisor Brinson Kinzer during the August 24, 2017 Board Meeting.
Posted: Fri, 25 Aug 2017 - 09:00
Public Meeting for Hazard Mitigation Plan A meeting of the Scott County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Advisory Committee will be held on Monday, November 27, 2017 at 5:00 p.m. at the Scott Emergency Communications Center, 1100 E 46th Street, Davenport Iowa to accept comments prior to...
Posted: Thu, 24 Aug 2017 - 08:00
The Scott County Board of Supervisors travels to 16 local City Councils biennially to exchange and discuss ideas.
Posted: Wed, 23 Aug 2017 - 12:45
The Iowa Department of Public Health recently released its 2016 State of Iowa HIV Disease End-of-Year Surveillance Report, describing HIV disease for the state of Iowa and its population subgroups as well as trends analyzed throughout the state.
Posted: Wed, 23 Aug 2017 - 08:45
The Iowa Department of Public Health has recently published the Iowa Acute Disease Monthly Report for July, providing information on confirmed and probable cases of notifiable diseases. Information is available by county. Learn more: https://hhs.iowa.gov/public-health/center-acute-disease-epidemiology
Posted: Wed, 23 Aug 2017 - 08:00
Sign your community or workplace up to participate in Iowa's Healthiest State Initiative annual walk. Learn more about walking to make Iowa healthier and to promote healthy lifestyles! http://www.iowahealthieststate.com/events/annual-walk/resources/.
Posted: Fri, 18 Aug 2017 - 00:00
School District Boundaries overlap City Boundaries. Here are the examples for all School Districts in Scott County.
Posted: Thu, 17 Aug 2017 - 08:00
Scott County tax bill for September 2017 and March 2018 will be mailed out the third week of August 2017. PDF versions of the statements will be available on the Scott County parcel website toward the end of August. Taxes are based on January 1, 2016 valuations – taxes for July 1, 2016 to June 30...
Posted: Mon, 14 Aug 2017 - 00:00
Reservations are now being accepted for the new luxury rental cabins at West Lake Park. Each cabin comfortably sleeps eight, with two bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, fireplace, and kitchen area. The cabins feature finished interiors, covered porches and overlook Railroad Lake. The cabins are...
Posted: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 - 11:15
Iowans can cast a vote for their favorite new license plate design online at iowadot.gov/StateFair/PickAPlate.aspx. Voting will be open August 10-20, 2017 From the August 10, 2017: Iowa DOT Press Release The new plate will replace the county standard issue plate which currently carries a blue and...
Posted: Thu, 10 Aug 2017 - 00:00
UPDATE: SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 85th Avenue is OPEN between 265th Street and Allens Grove Road Date Opened: Tuesday, October 3, 2017 Description of Closure: The road was closed for a bridge replacement project over a Tributary to Mud Creek. This project has been...
Posted: Mon, 7 Aug 2017 - 07:45
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office once again has received numerous phone calls that a Deputy or Sergeant contacted them advising them that they have an arrest warrant. THIS IS A SCAM This scammer is advising potential victims that an arrest warrant can be paid off by providing information from a pre...
Posted: Wed, 26 Jul 2017 - 08:30
Group Lesson Dates: Series # 3 Thursday 5:30 – 6:30: August 10, 17, 24, 31, September 7, 14 For more information and to sign up please call John Valliere PGA Head Golf Professional. (563) 328-3284 https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/conservation/glynns-creek-golf-course/lessons
Posted: Mon, 17 Jul 2017 - 08:30
A new counterfeit opioid drug has been found in Iowa. These counterfeit pills that have been made to look like the prescription pain pill oxycodone were found to have much more powerful and dangerous opioid drugs mixed within the pill. Click here to learn more.
Posted: Mon, 17 Jul 2017 - 08:00
On Tuesday, July 18th at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Promotional Ceremony in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room on the second floor of the Scott County Courthouse. Corrections Officers Laquisha Morgan and David Wallace will be promoted to the rank of corrections sergeant...
Posted: Sat, 15 Jul 2017 - 09:15
Join Director/Naturalist Dave Murcia for an adventure with kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or regular kayaker, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers safety, techniques, and taking a tour of Pride Lake. You may bring your own vessel/PFD, though it must comply with...
Posted: Fri, 14 Jul 2017 - 08:00
The Scott County Board of Supervisors dedicated the new sidewalk in a ribbon cutting on October 17, 2017. The sidewalk project is complete.
Posted: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 - 08:00
The emergency repairs to the well have been completed and the pool has reopened. We’d like to give special thanks to our staff and the service department from Johnson H2O for working through the night and all morning to complete the repairs. We appreciate your patience while we were closed. For...
Posted: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 - 10:00