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Humane Society of Scott County Prevent Rabies! There will be a Rabies/ Microchip Clinic, Tuesday, February 13th 5:30-7:00 at the Humane Society of Scott County No appointment necessary Cost is $7.50 CASH for the rabies and $18.00 CASH for the Microchip Dogs MUST be on a leash and cats MUST be in a...

Posted: January 29, 2018

How is your food safety game?

Football fans, the big game is coming up! As you host, remember these things: Clean: When prepping party food, wash hands and surfaces often. Separate: Use separate plates for raw and cooked food when cooking. Cook: Cook food to the right temperature. Chill: Don’t leave food at room temperature for longer than two hours.

Posted: January 26, 2018

News Release: Shots Fired

News Release: Shots Fired On 1-9-18 at approximately 941pm Scott Emergency Communications Center (SECC) dispatched The Scott County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division to 5700 block of Valley Drive, Panorama Park to take a report of possibly 2 stolen vehicles from the area. The complainant was waiting...

Posted: January 10, 2018

Board of Supervisors Organizational Meeting

At the January 2, 2018 Organizational Meeting of the Scott County Board of Supervisors, the board elected a new chair and vice-chair. The new chair is Tony Knobbe. The new vice-chair is Ken Beck. agenda, packet, minutes

Posted: January 2, 2018

Fireworks show on the Mississippi River in front of the Centennial Bridge.

Consumer Fireworks Reminder

Please be reminded consumer fireworks are only permitted between the hours of 10:00pm on December 31 to 12:30am on January 1. Please be a good neighbor. See Chapter 19 of County Code of Ordinances

Posted: December 27, 2017

Sheriff Tim Lane and Deputy Andrew Siitari

Siitari Sworn In as Newest Scott County Deputy

On Wednesday, December 20th, Andrew Siitari became the newest Scott County deputy sheriff. Andrew Siitari was born in Des Moines, Iowa and raised in Madison, Wisconsin. He graduated from Edgewood High School in 2010 and went on to earn his B.A. from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa. He majored in...

Posted: December 20, 2017

Gilda's Club presented with donation

Sheriff’s Office presented a $1000 check to the Gilda's Club of the Quad Cities, which was donated by 25 Deputies, Reserves, and Bailiffs that participated in No Shave November. This money will provide a month of FREE support groups to those in our community that are impacted by cancer. https://www...

Posted: December 19, 2017

Swearing-In Ceremony for Deputy Siitari

On Wednesday, December 20th, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Swearing- In Ceremony in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room on the second floor of the Scott County Courthouse. Andrew Siitari has been hired as the newest deputy sheriff for Scott County. Andrew Siitari was born...

Posted: December 18, 2017

Clinic Closed

The STD clinic will be closed on Tuesday, December 26, 2017. Thank you for understanding!

Posted: December 18, 2017

New Deputy Swearing In Ceremony

Posted: December 18, 2017

No Shave Leads to Donations

In November, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office Jail Personnel participated in “No Shave November” and took donations from staff that participated. This year we were able to donate 214 pounds of food and $1,015 to the River Bend Foodbank. With what was donated the foodbank will be able to provide 5,...

Posted: December 4, 2017

New Deputies

On November 21st Sheriff Tim Lane swore in our two new deputies Jake Turner and Adrian Jones. Jake Turner was born and raised in Davenport, Iowa and graduated from Assumption High School in 2014. He earned his Associate’s Degree from Kirkwood Community College in 2016. Jake was on the Dean’s List...

Posted: November 21, 2017

Officer Involved Shooting

This is a follow-up to the media release by the Davenport Police Department concerning the two Officers that were involved in a shooting, which took place in the early morning of Sunday November 20th, 2017 in the 400 block of E12th Street Davenport, Iowa. The Officers involved in the incident are...

Posted: November 20, 2017

Swearing In Ceremony

On Tuesday, November 21st, at 0900, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will hold a Swearing In Ceremony in the Sheriff’s Office Conference Room on the second floor of the Scott County Courthouse. Jake Turner and Adrian Jones have been hired as the newest deputy sheriffs for Scott County. Jake Turner...

Posted: November 17, 2017

Regular City Election Turnout

Regular City Election voter turnout information will be updated on November 7th approximately 11:30 am and 4:30 pm.

Posted: November 7, 2017

Recognizing November as Diabetes Awareness Month

Board of Supervisors recognizes November as Diabetes Awareness Month

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: November 3, 2017

Sex Offender Compliance Check

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: November 2, 2017

Picture of Scott County Sheriff's Office squad car door

Sex Offender Sweep

Posted: November 2, 2017

Your Life Iowa

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: November 1, 2017

Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

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...

Posted: November 1, 2017

Chairs and tables facing a white board and TV in the new program area.

Juvenile Diversion Programs Ribbon Cutting

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: October 25, 2017

Child Lead Poisoning Survey

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: October 17, 2017

Prescription Drugs

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: October 16, 2017

Great Atlatl Pumpkin Hunt

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: October 8, 2017

Picture of a grown man and child with trout in a fishing net.

Trout Release

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...

Posted: October 6, 2017

QC Bald Eagle Days

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...

Posted: October 1, 2017

Bald Eagle Days

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: October 1, 2017

Fall Green Fee Special at Glynns Creek Golf Course

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...

Posted: October 1, 2017

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

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: October 1, 2017

Scott County Snapshot Event

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: September 29, 2017

School Boards Election Turnout

School Boards Election voter turnout information will be updated on September 12th approximately 11:30 am and 4:30 pm.

Posted: September 12, 2017

Emergency lights on sheriff vehicle shining in distance.

Fatality Accident

**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: September 3, 2017

Property Taxes First Installment Due

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: September 1, 2017

2016-2017 Immunization Audit Reports

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: August 31, 2017

2016-2017 School Dental Screening Report

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: August 31, 2017

Board of Supervisors signs Proclamation affirming a Safe, Welcoming and Diverse Community

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: August 25, 2017

"Water Over Road" sign on roadway submerged in water.

Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Input

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: August 24, 2017

The Scott County Board of Supervisors visits City Councils in 2017

The Scott County Board of Supervisors travels to 16 local City Councils biennially to exchange and discuss ideas.

Posted: August 23, 2017

Cover of HIV report; includes red ribbon

2016 HIV Disease End-of-Year Surveillance Report

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: August 23, 2017

Iowa Acute Disease Monthly Report - July 2017

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: August 23, 2017

Healthiest State Walk

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: August 18, 2017

Explanation about School Districts

School District Boundaries overlap City Boundaries. Here are the examples for all School Districts in Scott County.

Posted: August 17, 2017

2017-2018 Tax Bill

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: August 14, 2017

Summit Cabins overlooking Railroad Lake.

Summit Cabins Now Accepting Reservations!

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...

Posted: August 10, 2017

New License Plate Design Vote

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: August 10, 2017

85th Avenue between 265th Street and Allens Grove Road

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: August 7, 2017

Phone Scam

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...

Posted: July 26, 2017

Glynns Creek Golf Lessons

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 http://www.scottcountyiowa.com/conservation/glynns-creek-golf-course/lessons

Posted: July 17, 2017

Counterfeit Opioid Drugs Found in Iowa

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: July 17, 2017

Jail Promotional Ceremony

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: July 15, 2017

Kayak Experience at Scott County Park

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: July 14, 2017

Board of Supervisors ribbon cutting sidewalk construction dedication.

Courthouse Parking Lot Construction

The Scott County Board of Supervisors dedicated the new sidewalk in a ribbon cutting on October 17, 2017. The sidewalk project is complete.

Posted: June 29, 2017

Scott County Park Pool

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: June 10, 2017

Sheriff’s Office Bicycle Restoration Program

On today’s date, 06/08/2017 at approximately 0804 hours Davenport Police Department was dispatched to the 3700 block of Brady Street for a reported accident involving a pedestrian on a bicycle vs car. Victim, Kristel Kruuser 21 YOA was treated and released for minor injuries. As a result of this...

Posted: June 9, 2017

Free HIV Testing for National HIV Testing Day 2017

Scott County Health Department will be partnering with Greater Than AIDS and Walgreens Pharmacy for National HIV Testing Day 2017. Free rapid testing will be available at Walgreens Pharmacy, 1805 Brady Street Davenport on June 27, 28, and 29 from 3:00-7:00pm. Click here to learn more:

Posted: June 9, 2017

Paint by Nature - Pond Life

Registration is full for this event. Please look forward to future events. Thank you for your interest! In this kid friendly class that blends nature and art, discover what creatures live in a pond and see if you can catch them with a dip net! Then, enjoy some lemonade while you learn to paint a...

Posted: June 9, 2017

102nd Ave and 285th St between 275th St and 285th St

SCOTT COUNTY SECONDARY ROAD OPEN NOTICE Road Involved: 102nd Avenue and 285th Street are OPEN between 275th Street and 285th Street Date Opened: Thursday, August 31, 2017 Description of Closure: The roads were closed intermittently for culvert replacements. This project has been substantially...

Posted: June 8, 2017

River Hydrology

This event has been postponed. Please look to our next WREN for a new date. Do you like to recreate on or near rivers? Learn about the hydrologic cycle, how the National Weather Service forecast river levels, where to look for information on river levels, as well as information on flooding and...

Posted: June 2, 2017

Random numbers in columns from screen shot of tax sale report.

2017 Annual Tax Sale

The tax sale will be held at 8:30 am on Monday, June 19, 2017 in the Scott County Board Room at the Scott County Administrative Center located at 600 W. 4th Street, Davenport, Iowa. Pre-registration required. Tax Sale Information

Posted: June 1, 2017

Promotional Ceremony

On Thursday, June 1st, 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. Deputy Thomas Leonard will be promoted to the rank of sergeant and Sergeant Tara Dinneweth will be promoted...

Posted: May 30, 2017

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