The Scott County Board of Supervisors Vacancy Committee unanimously votes to appoint Davenport resident, Rita Rawson.
Posted: January 27, 2023
Scott County News and Notices
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We would like to Congratulate Deputy J. Johannes, Deputy K. Ahrens, and Deputy C. Law for Graduating last Friday from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. They have spent the last 16 weeks away from their families to accomplish becoming a Certified Officer. All three will have roughly another 16 weeks...
Posted: December 19, 2022
Registrations for snowmobiles and OHVs purchased during the 2022 registration cycle expire Dec. 31, 2022 . Any decal displayed on a machine with a 22 printed on it will no longer be valid for machines used on snowmobile trails, public ice, or the OHV parks. Any registration that is not renewed...
Posted: December 15, 2022
Sunday, December 18, 2022, at 1:00 PM TEST of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system for cell phones conducted countywide by Scott County Emergency Management Agency.
Posted: December 14, 2022
Sheriff Lane sworn in Reserve Deputy Matt Fowler, Deputy Harrison Jestel, Deputy Eric Long, Deputy Nicholas Bougie, and Deputy Kavon Grubbs-Hampton at today’s swearing in ceremony held in Eldridge. We would like to Congratulate and Welcome these new Deputies on their new careers in law enforcement...
Posted: December 7, 2022
Please find the attached report and supporting documentation from the Administrative Recount. Please know Scott County met the State of Iowa documentation requirements on November 21, 2022 with the updated canvass documentation. Therefore, in addition to the requirements, Scott County is releasing...
Posted: December 7, 2022
Sergeant Sean Thompson was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant by Sheriff Lane. Sean Thompson was born and raised in Davenport and is a graduate of Davenport Central High School. In 1990 Sean joined the United States Marine Corps and was deployed to the Persian Gulf, Japan, Fort Bliss, Texas, Kuwait...
Posted: December 7, 2022
Deputy Chad Weipert was promoted to the rank of Sergeant by Sheriff Lane. Sergeant Weipert was born and raised in Davenport, graduating from the Davenport Community School District and then Scott Community College with a focus in Law Enforcement. He was hired by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office in...
Posted: December 7, 2022
On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff's Office will hold a Swearing in Ceremony and Promotional Ceremony at the Sheriff's Office Headquarters at 3206 South 16th Avenue in Eldridge. Matt Fowler will be sworn in as a reserve deputy sheriff, Harrison Jestel, Eric Long,...
Posted: December 6, 2022
Glynns Creek Pro Shop Open for Holiday Shopping through Dec. 22nd Our Clubhouse Pro Shop will be open Tuesdays through Saturdays 9am - 4pm. Stop in for that perfect gift for the golfer on your list!
Posted: November 28, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: November 18, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 MEDIA RELEASE: Final GE 2022 Administrative Recount Davenport – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins shares the Administrative Recount is officially complete. “Thank you again for your patience as...
Posted: November 18, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: November 17, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 MEDIA RELEASE: GE 2022 Administrative Recount Davenport – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins shares the Administrative Recount will continue with a final machine count on November 18, 2022 at 8:...
Posted: November 17, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: November 16, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 MEDIA RELEASE: Update-Administrative Recount Davenport – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins shares the Administrative Recount will continue with a ballot hand count on November 17, 2022 at 8:00...
Posted: November 16, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: November 11, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 MEDIA RELEASE: Administrative Recount Davenport – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins shares there will be an Administrative Recount for the November 8, 2022 General Election. “My job is to audit...
Posted: November 11, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: Immediate Release – November 10, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 (office) Scott County Post-Election Audit Confirms Results DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, Kerri Tompkins, announced that a Post-Election Audit...
Posted: November 10, 2022
2022 General Election voter turnout information.
Posted: November 8, 2022
Scott County Auditor Reminds Voters of Important General Election Dates 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.”
Posted: November 1, 2022
November 6, 2022 - 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...
Posted: October 21, 2022
Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters that some polling places have changed due to recent redistricting across the state.
Posted: October 20, 2022
Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins is excited to share another way to communicate via social media with the Scott County Iowa Auditor’s Office Face Book page.
Posted: October 14, 2022
A ground breaking ceremony for the Youth Justice and Rehabilitation Center will take place on Monday October 17, 2022 at 11:00 am. The site for the new building is located at 4715 Tremont Avenue, Davenport. Parking is available on the site or in the Dee Bruemmer Public Works Parking lot. Brief...
Posted: October 12, 2022
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (IHHS) announced a new initiative to provide naloxone (the opioid overdose reversal medication) to Iowa organizations, businesses, and schools, in the event that their employees, agents, or volunteers encounter someone experiencing a suspected opioid overdose. Having this medication available could save someone's life.
Posted: October 7, 2022
The event will kick off at the West Lake Campground Office in the Park Terrace Campground (Gate 5). During the event, volunteers will learn proper tree planting techniques and care. Then volunteers will put their knowledge to work by helping staff plant 15 trees throughout the campground and other...
Posted: October 5, 2022
Visit https://www.vaccines.gov/find-vaccines/ to find a vaccine location near you: Enter your zip code. Pick what type of vaccine you are looking for. Search!
Posted: October 5, 2022
Scott County Recorder, Rita Vargas and the Iowa County Recorders Association wants to make all veterans aware that recording or requesting military records should always free of charge for a veteran .
Posted: October 4, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: Immediate Release – September 16, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 (office) Scott County Post-Election Audit Confirms Results DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, Kerri Tompkins, announced that a Post-Election...
Posted: September 16, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: Immediate Release – 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 Audit...
Posted: September 14, 2022
Scott County Auditor, Kerri Tompkins announced today that her office will mail a voting notice to each Scott County household with at least one registered voter. The notice informs voters on how to request ballots by mail and options for in-person early voting, including in the Auditor’s Office and at various satellite locations. The notice includes QR codes with links to the Auditor’s webpage for absentee ballot requests and general election information
Posted: September 8, 2022
Rita Vargas, Scott County Recorder, is extending work day hours on Thursday, September 15th, 2022, from 4:30pm until 6:30pm to provide passport acceptance services to citizens needing a first time U.S. Passport.
Posted: September 1, 2022
Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced that Tuesday, August 30th is the first day for voters to submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the November 8, 2022 General Election. You must request an absentee ballot in order to receive a ballot via the mail. Ballots will begin to be mailed on October 19th
Posted: August 30, 2022
The Scott County Sheriff's Office held a Swearing-in Ceremony this morning swearing-in Clinton Law, Kobe Ahrens, and Jeremy Johannes as our newest Deputies. They will be attending the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy for the next 17 weeks. Clinton Law, 41, was raised in Basco, IL. He earned his BA of...
Posted: August 25, 2022
On August 19th two of our newest Deputies graduated from the Iowa Law Enforcement 304th Basic Academy. We would like to welcome back Deputy Pridemore and Raabe and congratulate them on the job well done.
Posted: August 25, 2022
The following offices are vacant on the ballot as of right now for the 2022 General Election: Allen’s Grove Township: Township Clerk Blue Grass Township: Township Trustee Cleona Township: Township Clerk Hickory Grove Township: Township Clerk Princeton Township: Township Trustee Winfield Township:...
Posted: August 25, 2022
The end of season hours for the Scott County Park Pool are as follows: Monday August 22nd through Monday, September 5th Weekdays (Mon-Fri): Closed Weekends (Sat-Sun): 12:00pm – 7:00pm Labor Day (Mon): 12:00pm – 7:00pm The pool can be reached by calling (563) 328-3282 ext 5.
Posted: August 23, 2022
Learn more about being a poll worker. If you are interested, please complete this form. By filling out this form, you are expressing your interest in becoming a poll worker. Filling out this form does not commit you to serving, and it does not commit the County Auditor to hiring you. It will put...
Posted: August 15, 2022
Property Tax Notice Reminder The first installment of property and mobile home taxes must be received or post marked by Friday, September 30, 2022 to avoid interest charges. More about Property Taxes & Online Payment Treasurer's Office Receive a Property Tax Notice Reminder by Email
Posted: August 1, 2022
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. Officer Shayne Larson has been with the jail for 16 years and has consistently been a bright spot for the County. Officer Larson is well liked and...
Posted: July 15, 2022
COVID-19 Community Levels are a new tool to help communities decide what prevention steps to take based on the latest data.
Posted: July 13, 2022
Scott County Auditor, Kerri Tompkins announced today that the filing period for candidates for non-party political organizations (NPPOs) and candidates nominated by petition for the upcoming General Election, held on November 8, 2022, has been modified to run from Monday, August 8th to Wednesday, August 31st at 5:00 p.m. [Click article title for more]
Posted: July 12, 2022
The Scott County Conservation Board has approved a special deer hunt for archery hunters only from October 1, 2022 through January 10, 2023 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, August 1st, 2022 by...
Posted: July 1, 2022
Beginning Friday, June 24, 2022, TestIowa kits can no longer be dropped off at Scott County Health Department to be transported to the State Hygienic Lab for analysis. Individuals can still pick up kits from the Health Department, but must return them at a UPS drop-off location.
Posted: June 24, 2022
NEWS RELEASE Release date: Immediate Release – June 10, 2022 Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-326-8631 (office) Scott County Post-Election Audit Confirms Results DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, Kerri Tompkins, announced that a Post-Election Audit of...
Posted: June 9, 2022
Media Alert FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: BRIAN PAYNE SCOTT COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY DEPUTY DIRECTOR 563.484.3056 [email protected] MEDIA ALERT Weather Siren Announcement Due to an unforeseen issue, the weather sirens in Scott County, Iowa, went off...
Posted: June 1, 2022
Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins reminds voters that some polling places have changed due to recent redistricting across the state.
Posted: May 20, 2022
Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins is excited to share a new service offering for Scott County voters during a Primary Election of satellite locations. “Satellites are a typical service of the General Election. However, we are happy to serve the county with five locations where every ballot style will be available,” said Tompkins.
Posted: May 18, 2022
A Health & Wellness Resource Fair is being hosted this Saturday, May 14 by the Scott County Health Department and local community organizations!
Posted: May 12, 2022
Make sure you're #VoterReady for the June 7th primary election. This short video provides an overview of important dates and deadlines to remember. If you want to vote by mail, you need to request your ballot by Monday, May 23rd. And return to your county audtior by June 7. Starting May 18th, you...
Posted: May 5, 2022
The Sheriff’s Office would like to introduce Deputy K9 Echo – a 13 month old Dutch German Shepard that was obtained from North Iowa K9. Echo is a multi-purpose K9, meaning he can be utilized for narcotic searches, tracking of suspects, article searches, building searches and bite apprehension. Echo...
Posted: May 3, 2022
Congratulations to James Raabe, Scott County's newest deputy sheriff. Deputy Raabe was sworn in this morning at a ceremony at Patrol Headquarters. (pictured left to right: Sheriff Tim Lane and Deputy James Raabe)
Posted: April 27, 2022
Notice of Data Privacy Event Scott County, Iowa (“Scott County”) is providing notice of a data privacy event. To date, we have no evidence of actual or attempted misuse of information as a result of this incident. In an abundance of caution, we are notifying potentially impacted individuals so that...
Posted: April 22, 2022
On Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff's Office will hold a Promotional Ceremony at the Sheriff's Office Headquarters at 3206 South 16th Avenue in Eldridge. Sergeant Tom Leonard will be promoted to Lieutenant and Deputy Eric Burton will be promoted to Sergeant. Thomas Leonard...
Posted: April 4, 2022
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: April 4, 2022
Open daily 9am-6pm for self-guided tours . Admission/donation: $2.00 adults, $1.00 children, under 5 free. Bring the family out to tour our 19 historical buildings depicting life in rural Iowa from early settler times to the 1940’s. http://www.scottcountyiowa.com/conservation/pioneer-village
Posted: April 1, 2022
Heritage Days Memorial Day May, 26-27, 2024, 11-4 daily. Admission: $2.00 adults, $1.00 children, under 5 free. Blacksmithing, weaving, kids games & crafts. Bring the family out to tour our 19 historical buildings depicting life in rural Iowa from early settler times to the 1940’s. http://www...
Posted: April 1, 2022
Day Camp runs June 3 to Aug 2, 2024 for ages 6-12. Each week a different theme. Register for one to all eight weeks http://www.scottcountyiowa.com/conservation/pioneer-village
Posted: April 1, 2022
Release date: March 23, 2022 – release immediately Contact: Kerri Tompkins, Scott County Auditor 563-328-4115 Filing Date Error in Iowa Secretary of State Candidate Guide to Primary Election DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins announced today that her office has discovered an error in...
Posted: March 23, 2022
Glynns Creek Golf Course is now open for the season (weather permitting). For more information and Tee times, please call.
Posted: March 21, 2022
The Scott County Jail would like to welcome our newest corrections officers: Christopher Mauro Anthony Beckman We are excited to have them join our organization and thank them for their commitment to serve their community.
Posted: March 15, 2022
The Scott County Jail would like to welcome our newest corrections officers: Sydney Schneider Erica Carlson Felicia Smith-Shaffer We are excited to have them join our organization and thank them for their commitment to serve their community.
Posted: March 15, 2022