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The City of Emmetsburg is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as Assistant Community Center Manager for The Shores at Five Island Community Center. Qualifications should include previous service industry, hospitality and customer service experience along with ability to work nights and weekends.

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Announcements & Notices

Hiring Assistant Community Center Manager

The City of Emmetsburg is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as Assistant Community Center Manager for The Shores at Five Island Community Center. This position works directly […]
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Resolution 22-06 – Adoption of FY27 Budget

On April 13, 2026, the Emmetsburg City Council approved Resolution 26-06 adopting the annual budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. Click here to view the FY27 budget summary.
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Notice of Public Hearing – Proposed FY27 Budget

The Emmetsburg City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget on Monday, April 13 at 5:00 p.m. at The Shores at Five Island community […]
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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 Flushing Hydrants 9/30-10/2

Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities will be flushing hydrants Tuesday, September 30 to Thursday, October 2nd. Residents are encouraged to check their water before doing laundry.
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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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Hiring Notices

Hiring Assistant Community Center Manager

The City of Emmetsburg is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to serve as Assistant Community Center Manager for The Shores at Five Island Community Center. This position works directly […]
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North Huron

9/22 North Huron Update

This morning the road crew will be working on the east lane of North Huron Street, beginning on the south end and working northward. Expect delays and blocked driveways as […]
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9/18 North Huron Update – East Lane

Crews will be working on the east lane of North Huron Street, starting on the north end and working south. Expect delays and blocked driveways as they move past your […]
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9/17 North Huron Update

Crews will be working on the south bound lane of North Huron Street, starting on the south portion (5th Street intersection) and working north. Expect delays and blocked driveways as […]
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Past Announcements

City Hall & EMU Closing Early 1/21/26

Emmetsburg City Hall and Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities are closing early today, January 21, due to the winter storm. For gas, water or sewer emergencies, please call EMU on-call personnel at […]
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MLK Jr. Day Garbage Change

Emmetsburg City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 19 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Monday’s solid waste route will be picked up on Tuesday, January 20.
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Christmas & New Years Garbage Schedule

Emmetsburg City Hall & Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities will be closed all day on Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) and Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day). The Wednesday garbage route will not […]
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