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The Emmetsburg City Council intends to fill the At Large City Council vacancy by appointment at their April 7, 2025 special meeting which will begin at 5:00 PM in the City Council Chambers of City Hall. Click below for more information.

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Announcements & Notices

Notice of Public Hearing – Proposed FY26 Budget

The Emmetsburg City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget on Monday, April 14 at 5:00 p.m. at The Shores at Five Island community […]
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Notice of Intent to Fill Council Vacancy by Appointment

NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILL VACANCY BY APPOINTMENT Pursuant to Iowa Code Section 372.13 (2)(a), the Emmetsburg City Council intends to fill the At Large Council vacancy by appointment. The […]
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Property Tax 101

Emmetsburg property owners received a notice in the mail from the Palo Alto County Auditor with upcoming public hearings on the proposed maximum property tax levy rates for the county, […]
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Did you know?

Barking Dogs (Dogs, Cats and Domestic Animals)

Did you know?! Emmetsburg City Code Chapter 55.02 prohibits animal owners from allowing their dog, cat, or domestic animal to cause a serious disturbance or annoyance to others by frequent barking, […]
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Junk and Junk Vehicles Prohibited

Did you know?! Emmetsburg City Code Chapter 51 prohibits storage of junk vehicles within city limits.   It is unlawful for any person to store, accumulate, or allow to remain […]
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Recreational Vehicle Parking

Did you know?! Emmetsburg City Code 169.12 prohibits parking or storing recreational vehicles – including campers, RVs, and boats – within the required setback for longer than seven days.    […]
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EMU

EMU Public Hearing Notice on April 22

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities (EMU) of Emmetsburg, Iowa will be holding a Public Hearing to review an application for a State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan and to […]
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Public Notice: EMU Intends to Seek Financial Assistance for Reverse Osmosis Treatment Building

Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities intends to seek financial assistance from USDA, Rural Utilities Service (RUS) for the Water Treatment Facility Project. The proposed project includes construction of a reverse osmosis treatment […]
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Progress on Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities Wastewater Treatment Facility Project

After years of careful planning and preparation, the Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities wastewater treatment facility project is moving forward. A pre-bid meeting held recently saw a strong turnout from contractors interested […]
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Past Announcements

Presidents’ Day Garbage Pickup

Emmetsburg City Hall and Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities will be closed on Monday, February 17 in honor of Presidents’ Day. Monday’s solid waste route will be picked up on Tuesday, February […]
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City Hall Closed for Mike Hermansen Funeral Services on Feb. 12

All city and utility departments/facilities will be closed on Wednesday, February 12 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM to allow employees to attend the funeral services of Mike Hermansen. The […]
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Public Notice: EMU Intends to Seek Financial Assistance for Reverse Osmosis Treatment Building

Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities intends to seek financial assistance from USDA, Rural Utilities Service (RUS) for the Water Treatment Facility Project. The proposed project includes construction of a reverse osmosis treatment […]
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