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The Sheriff’s Office would like to introduce our new Deputy K9, Denali. Denali is a 16 month old Belgian Malinois that was obtained from North Iowa K9. She is a multi-purpose K9, meaning she can be utilized for narcotics searches, tracking of suspects, article searches, building searches, and bite...

Posted: May 14, 2021

Scott County, Rock Island County Health Department Logos

COVID-19 Press Briefing - May 13, 2021

VIDEO: May 13, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: May 13, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - May 4, 2021

VIDEO: May 4, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: May 4, 2021

Jail Unsung Hero Award

Scott County Jail Unsung Hero Award The Unsung Hero citation was created to recognize exceptional performance by staff who step up and go above and beyond in their duties for the jail. This quarter’s recipient, Officer Luchner, has shown the determination and versatility to become cross-trained in...

Posted: May 3, 2021

2021 BioBlitz Biological Sampling

Bi-State Conservation Action Network( BiCAN), a group from various Quad-City environmental agencies, is planning a BioBlitz on June 25/26 from 2pm-2pm. Registration deadline is June 4. It will be held at Illiniwek Forest Preserve, Elton Fawks and Fisherman's Corner. Experts will be surveying and...

Posted: May 1, 2021

Much Higher Risk of Blood Clots with COVID Infection vs. After Vaccination

American Heart Association reports 8-10 times higher risk of blood clots due to COVID-19 infection than after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. Read more here .

Posted: April 30, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - April 28, 2021

VIDEO: April 28, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: April 28, 2021

Jails Newest Correctional Officers

The Sheriff's Office would like to welcome Scott County Jails newest Correctional Officers, Officer Sunderlin, Officer Hudson, Officer Gimm and Officer Scheer. We are excited to see them progress in their field training and continue in the Correctional profession.

Posted: April 27, 2021

Reserve Deputy Lutterman

Last Thursday, Sheriff Lane swore in Reserve Deputy Lutterman. He will be joining our Reserve Unit in the very near future to help out the citizens of Scott County. Welcome and Congrats. Carson Lutterman is originally from Wellsburg, IA. He went to school at AGWSR in Ackley, IA. Carson is a...

Posted: April 27, 2021

New Deputies

The Sheriff’s Office recently hired three new Deputies that will be joining our Patrol Division over the next few months. Deputy Rubino and Delgado just graduated the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy on Wednesday. Deputy Mauro will start the Academy in the next few weeks. The Sheriff’s Office would...

Posted: April 23, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - April 20, 2021

VIDEO: April 20, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: April 20, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - April 13, 2021

VIDEO: April 13, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: April 13, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - April 6, 2021

VIDEO: April 6, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: April 6, 2021

Protesting an Assessment April 2021

County Assessor Office Operation: Due to COVID-19 concerns, the Scott County Assessor’s Office remains closed to the public, but continues to operate during regular business hours by email and phone only. Email: [email protected] Call: 563-326-8635 Please do not visit the Scott County...

Posted: April 1, 2021

Two instructors in the pool demonstrating a skill to a group of children sitting along the edge of the pool.

Learn to Swim at Scott County Park!

Scott County Park Pool is proud to be an American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Provider. The Learn-to-Swim program is unique compared to other learn to swim programs. Classes are offered for children ages 3 years old and up. Students progress through the levels at their own pace, mastering the skills in...

Posted: March 31, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - March 30, 2021

VIDEO: March 30, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: March 30, 2021

Countywide Burn Ban March 29, 2021

April 8, 2021 - 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 & property for Scott County, Iowa, has been reduced...

Posted: March 29, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - March 23, 2021

VIDEO: March 23, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: March 23, 2021

County Property Assessments 2021

Scott County property assessments increase despite COVID-19 pandemic In early to mid-2020, it was believed that COVID-19 may have a negative effect on the value of real estate. It turns out it was the opposite. Due to the combination of all-time low interest rates, reduced local inventory, and...

Posted: March 16, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - March 11, 2021

VIDEO: March 11, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: March 11, 2021

Sex Offender Registry Sweep March 6, 2021

On Saturday, March 6th, 2021 the Scott County Sex Offender Task Force including the following agencies: Scott County Sheriffs Office, Scott County Sheriffs Office Reserve Division and Scott Emergency Communication Center conducted a registered Sex Offender compliance check sweep.

Posted: March 10, 2021

Iowa Announces Expanded Eligibility for COVID-19 Vaccine

On Thursday, March 4, the Iowa Department of Public Health announced that beginning Monday, March 8, health care providers are now authorized to vaccinate individuals 64 years of age and younger with medical conditions that are or may be an increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Qualifying...

Posted: March 5, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - March 4, 2021

VIDEO: March 4, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: March 4, 2021

20th Avenue (Y30) between 240th Street and State Highway 130

SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE Road Involved: 20th Avenue (Y30) will be closed between 240th Street and State Highway 130 Date Closed: Monday, March 8, 2021 Description of Closure: Road will be closed to thru traffic for two bridge replacement projects. The road may be closed for up to...

Posted: March 4, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - March 2, 2021

VIDEO: March 2, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: March 2, 2021

2021 Special Election Turnout

2021 Special Election voter turnout information.

Posted: March 2, 2021

Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) Vaccine Receives EUA

On February 27, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the third vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19. Learn more about the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) vaccine: https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/janssen-covid-19-vaccine

Posted: March 1, 2021

Controlled Burns

March through May is the best time to conduct a controlled burn. Farmers, residents, and land managers are gearing up for spring burn season. Have you ever wondered the many benefits controlled burns? Burns help nutrients back into the soil to promote future plant growth and help control brush,...

Posted: March 1, 2021

Edward Rivers, Director, Announces Retirement

Edward Rivers, Director of the Scott County Health Department, has announced his retirement effective Friday, March 5. Message from Edward Rivers

Posted: February 26, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 25, 2021

VIDEO: February 25, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 25, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 23, 2021

VIDEO: February 23, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 23, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 18, 2021

VIDEO: February 18, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 18, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 16, 2021

VIDEO: February 16, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 16, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 9, 2021

VIDEO: February 9, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 9, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 11, 2021

VIDEO: February 11, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 9, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 4, 2021

VIDEO: February 4, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 4, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - February 2, 2021

VIDEO: February 2, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: February 2, 2021

February 1 COVID-19 Vaccine Update

Public Health Update: COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Thank you for your patience as our department rolled out the first public clinic and the use of a new vaccine management system. We recognize the intense interest in the very limited amount of vaccine, 500 doses total. Due to extreme demand even...

Posted: February 1, 2021

Property Taxes Second Installment Due

Tax Notice Reminder The second installment of property taxes and mobile home taxes must be received or post marked by Wednesday, March 31, 2021 to avoid interest charges. More about Property Taxes & Online Payment Treasurer's Office Receive a Property Tax Notice Reminder by Email

Posted: February 1, 2021

Jail Unsung Hero Award goes to Officer Bo

Scott County Jail Unsung Hero Award goes to Officer Bo! The Unsung Hero citation was created to recognize outstanding performance by staff who step up and go above and beyond in their duties for the jail. This quarter’s unsung hero has become an everyday fixture in our jail. Since the month of July...

Posted: January 29, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 28, 2021

VIDEO: January 28, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 28, 2021

Scott County Audit Report FY20 Released

Baker Tilly US, LLP (formerly known as Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP) has released an audit report on Scott County, Iowa. The County had local tax revenue of $335,882,963 for the year ended June 30, 2020, which included $24,182,771 in tax credits from the state. The County forwarded $311,700,192 of the local tax revenue to the townships, school districts, cities and other taxing bodies in the County. Find the report on the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) page under Administration.

Posted: January 27, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 26, 2021

VIDEO: January 26, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 26, 2021

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Posted: January 24, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 21, 2021

VIDEO: January 21, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 21, 2021

Reserve Deputy Geigle

Sheriff Tim Lane swore in our new Reserve Deputy Joshua Geigle today. He will be joining as a volunteer to assist our citizens of Scott County. Reserve Geigle is also known to the people of the Walcott area with his 19 ½ years of service with the Walcott Fire Department. We would like to...

Posted: January 21, 2021

New Correction Officers McCaffrey and Peters

Please welcome Scott County Jails newest Correctional Officers, Officer McCaffrey and Officer Peters joined the Correctional team on January 11th 2021. Both have served in US Military Services, McCaffrey served in the Army Reserves and Peters continues his service with the National Guard. They are...

Posted: January 21, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 19, 2021

VIDEO: January 19, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 19, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 14, 2021

VIDEO: January 14, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 14, 2021

Conservation Executive Director Roger Kean shaking new Park Ranger Brad Taylor's hand.

Welcome Park Ranger Taylor

We would like introduce our newest Park Ranger, Bradley Taylor. Bradley started in December and we were able to officially swear him in at our virtual Conservation Board meeting on January 13, 2021. He joins our team with 15 years previous experience with Clinton County Conservation and is excited...

Posted: January 14, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 7, 2021

VIDEO: January 7, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 7, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - January 5, 2021

VIDEO: January 5, 2021 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: January 5, 2021

2020 IRVM Updates

2020 IRVM program updates 2020 IRVM program produced the largest number of native plantings since its start in 2016. This was due to the hard work of the Secondary Roads crews cleaning out ditches along roadsides, replacing field drives, installing culvert pipes, and bridge repairs. The interest in...

Posted: January 1, 2021

COVID-19 Press Briefing - December 30, 2020

VIDEO: December 30, 2020 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: December 30, 2020

Winter Weather Emergency & Road Conditions

With the upcoming winter storm, road conditions in Scott County could vary widely and vary depending upon the storm’s track & timing. Road conditions in some locations could be EXTREMELY treacherous and hazardous, especially in the rural areas of Scott County. The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, Scott County Sheriff’s Office and the Scott County Secondary Roads recommend residents to avoid travel and outdoor activity when possible. Be especially careful on sidewalks, decks, patios, outdoor stairs, and parking lots. Exercise extreme caution if you go outside. Remember as you begin to clear snow that the surface below could be icy and slippery. Slips and falls may happen. We ask all residents within Scott County to use EXTREME caution if you have to travel out and remember that even if a roadway, sidewalk, or driveway appears to be clear, it could still be very icy. Please monitor your local news stations or the National Weather Service for weather updates and changes.

Posted: December 29, 2020

COVID-19 Press Briefing - December 22, 2020

VIDEO: December 22, 2020 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: December 22, 2020

Moderna Vaccine EUA & Information

Full Moderna education document: https://www.modernatx.com/covid19vaccine-eua/recipients/faq The Moderna vaccine received Emergency Use Authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday, December 18. The Moderna vaccine is available for individuals 18 years of age and older...

Posted: December 21, 2020

COVID-19 Press Briefing - December 17, 2020

VIDEO: December 17, 2020 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: December 17, 2020

COVID-19 Press Briefing - December 15, 2020

VIDEO: December 15, 2020 Scott County, Iowa & Rock Island County, Illinois Health Departments Press Briefing

Posted: December 15, 2020

COVID-19 Vaccine Arrived

The first doses of COVID-19 vaccine have arrived in our community. Hear from the partners involved!

Posted: December 15, 2020

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