Scott County News and Notices

Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters they can begin casting their ballot today at the Scott County Auditor’s Office on the first floor. In addition, there will be other early voting opportunities before the November 7, 2023 Election Day.

REAP Builds Communities: Attend this year’s regional assembly to help build yours! Are you interested in improving natural resources such as soil, water, air, wildlife, and habitat for the direct benefit of Muscatine & Scott Counties? Please join us on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 10:00 am to...

2023 Davenport City Primary Election voter turnout information.

Plan to be at West Lake Park on Saturday, October 21st approximately 2,000 Rainbow Trout will be released as part of the Iowa DNR community trout stocking program. There will be 200 tagged trout, and prizes will be awarded to those who catch a tagged fish during the event. Prizes will not be...

Scott County Auditor Reminds Davenport Voters In-Person Early Voting Begins Today for the October 10 Davenport City Primary Election DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds City of Davenport voters they can begin casting their ballot today at the Scott County Auditor’s Office on the first floor. “Absentee ballots are ready and available for the Davenport City Primary Election,” said Tompkins and “Since there is a mayoral primary, every eligible voter in the City of Davenport can vote.”

Renew your ATV/OHV/Snowmobile on or before December 31, 2023 to avoid the $5 late fee.

The past comes alive at Pioneer Village on both Sunday, September 3rd and Monday, September 4th from 11-4pm. Please join us for some old fashioned fun! Old world crafts demonstrated by Friends of the Pioneer Village Ice cream available in the Soda Shop & root beer in the family friendly Saloon ($)...

Davenport, Iowa (August 4, 2023) Ken Beck, Scott County Board Chair, announced the appointment of Paul Andorf as the Director for Scott County’s newly established MEDIC EMS Department at the Board of Supervisor’s meeting this evening. Scott County will formally acquire MEDIC EMS on January 1, 2024. With over three decades of experience in Emergency Medical Services, twenty-seven of them with MEDIC EMS, and an excellent academic background, Mr. Andorf brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Scott County.

Property Tax Notice Reminder The first installment of property and mobile home taxes must be received or post marked by Monday, October 2, 2023 to avoid interest charges. More about Property Taxes & Online Payment Treasurer's Office Receive a Property Tax Notice Reminder by Email

What do you think about plastic litter in our community? The Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI), and Xstream Cleanup along with local partners want to know what YOU think during a local action plan workshop. Join one for prizes...

BEGINNING MONDAY JULY 31st. US 61 Northbound Exit and Scott County Park Road F-41 Southbound Entrance ramps will be closed through the end of September due to road construction work. While these ramp closures are taking place, you will be detoured around the work zone using the old U.S. 61/Scott...

Many parents do not know that lead poisoning, which is a result of a child ingesting lead, still occurs. While lead paint is no longer used, many homes built before 1978 may still have lead paint. Over 60% of all Iowa homes were built before 1960!

Deputy Mason Wilson our newest Deputy Sheriff was sworn in by Sheriff Tim Lane. Mason Wilson was born in Davenport, Iowa and grew up in the Quad Cities. Mason graduated from Pleasant Valley High School in 2013 and graduated from Scott Community College in 2015 with an associate degree in IT/Applied...

The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2023 through January 10, 2024 at Scott County Park. This hunt is only for residents of Iowa. Applications are now available and need to be returned no later than Monday, July 31st, 2023 by 4...

Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced today the Candidate Guide, (www.sos.iowa.gov/elections/clerkssecretary) is available via the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office for the City-School Election this fall. “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 (www.scottcountyiowa.gov/auditor/candidates), including a video that explains how to review the full process with specific details,” shared Tompkins.

Links and signatures needed table for 2023 City/School Election.

The Scott County Health Department is spearheading the 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Resource Fair at the Freight House Farmers Market this Saturday, June 24th, from 8 AM until 1 PM. The purpose of the Health and Wellness Resource Fair is to provide easy access to supportive health and wellness...

On Monday, June 19, 2023, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff's Office will hold a promotional ceremony in the Sheriff’s Administration Conference Room in the Scott County Courthouse. Corrections Officer Alyssa Cousins and Corrections Officer Andrew Stark will be promoted to the rank of sergeant...

ROAD Closure – This Saturday the 17th between 6:30 – 11:00 am 160th Street (Locust), 110th Ave (near West Lake Park) and part of 70th Ave (south of Walcott) will be CLOSED for the QC Triathlon. Please take an alternate route.

Join Iowa DNR and the Sheriff's Office for Cops n’ Bobbers on July 8th from 9 am - 11 am at Lost Grove Lake! Kids 15 & under can fish with local law enforcement officers. Don’t have a fishing pole? No problem, equipment is provided! See you there!

Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Iowa businesses and residents affected by the Hotel Davenport Apartments building collapse that occurred May 28, announced Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration. SBA acted under its own authority to declare a disaster in response to a request SBA received from Gov. Kim Reynolds on June 7.

Comment period has closed May 30. 2023.

While this meeting date has passed, the Scott County Health Department would still like to connect with community members about possible coalition membership or to receive your feedback about making Scott County a healthy place for families. Please reach out to us at 563-326-8618. The Healthy...

Scott County Secondary Roads and Conservation, in partnership with the Waste Commission of Scott County, will be assisting with the collection of debris from recent Mississippi River flooding for residents living in unincorporated Scott County.

New 65+ Homestead Property Tax Exemption State legislators recently passed a new law enabling Iowa homeowners who are 65 years of age or older a homestead exemption in addition to their homestead credit. Claimants who are 65 years of age or older on or before January 1 of the assessment year are...

Deputy Murray was Sworn-in as our newest Deputy by Sheriff Lane on April 26th. Hunter Murray was born in Augusta, Georgia, and grew up in Princeton, Iowa where he graduated from North Scott High School in 2019. Hunter was a member of North Scott High School’s Trap Team. Hunter attended and graduated...

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a disaster proclamation for Scott County as one of several Iowa Counties impacted by flooding.

Scott County Administrative Center is down to one functioning elevator causing delays moving between floors. Alternatives for conducting business to avoid the wait: Online options may be available depending on which office you need Use the mail (Be mindful of deadlines) Drop addressed items intended...

Rock Island and Scott County residents impacted by flooding and needing support with sheltering are encouraged to contact the American Red Cross. A flood hotline for has been established for residents and staff are standing by to take calls.

On Wednesday, April 26th, 2023, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff's Office will hold a Swearing-in Ceremony at the Sheriff's Office Headquarters at 3206 South 16th Avenue in Eldridge. Hunter Murray has been hired as the newest deputy sheriff for Scott County. Hunter Murray was born in Augusta...

April 15, 2023 - 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...

According to the National Weather Service, there is a 67% chance of reaching major flood stages at the Rock Island and LeClaire river gauges. Based on current information, river crest levels could be reached approximately the last week of April through the first week of May.

Are you looking for a fun summer job? How about working for Scott County Conservation? Come out and learn all about the fun seasonal positions at Scott County Park, Glynns Creek Golf Course, and West Lake Park. Positions include lifeguards, park rangers, maintenance workers, and more. Everyone who...

Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins wants voters to know a statewide mailing will be released this week to keep the voter registration list updated. If you did not vote in the last general election, and have not reported a change of address, name or party affiliation, state law requires this notice be sent and for your voter registration be made “inactive.” To stay active, simply return the notice (follow the directions) with paid postage and you will be made “active.” If you get a card at your address, but it is not you, simply disregard the mailing. “No Activity Notice postcards are a great tool to assist us in maintaining our voter registration list and is required by Iowa Code 48A.28,” she said.

On March 28, 2023 at 10:00 am, the Scott Emergency Communications Center will conduct an out-of-sequence test of emergency warning sirens in the communities of Eldridge, Long Grove and Park View, in Scott County, Iowa. These additional tests are required to test programming changes made in those communities for the system the system that triggers sirens during an actual emergency.

Assessed values for most county properties saw very hefty increases for 2023 assessments. This same real estate trend has occurred locally, throughout the entire State of Iowa, and nationally. This year in Scott County, there have been significant increases in property assessed values. There are multiple reasons for this, but the main reason is due to the local real estate market, which has rapidly increased since just 2 years ago.

The Scott County IT Department is seeking input on your experiences with our department and Scott County technology. This survey is administered through a 3rd party and all responses will remain anonymous. This survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete. Thank you for your participation...

The Eldridge Police Department and Community recognized a few of our Deputies on Monday evening reference a call that they assisted with on December 29th. These Deputies along with Eldridge PD, Fire, and Medic responded to assist with a worker that was stuck within a conveyor belt at Kings Material...

We are excited to announce the release of the 2023 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) for the Scott County and Rock Island County Health Departments! Due to the COVID-19 pandemic interrupting the implementation of the 2019 CHIP, community partners decided to transition several strategies and activities to this CHIP for all priority areas: mental health, nutrition, physical activity, and weight, and access to healthcare. This plan will help guide the collaborative efforts taking place over the next three years to improve the health of our community. Read more about the plan here: https://www.scottcountyiowa.gov/health/data-assessments/community-health-assessment.

We are looking to fill a variety of positions supporting Scott County Conservation managed parks, facilities and activities. Positions can start as early as March and end as late as October. Deadline: Open until filled. APPLY NOW: scottcountyiowa.gov/conservation/employment