INFRASTRUCTURE:
NOTE: If you have a gas leak, call the MidAmerican Energy Gas Leak Hotline at 1-800-595-5325. For an electrical emergency call 1-800-799-4443.
OSKALOOSA & MAHASKA COUNTY:
From the Mahaska Chamber & Development Group: (3-27-20)
County Offices are closed to general public until further notice.
The City of Oskaloosa is closing its offices to the general public. That includes City Hall, the Police Department, Fire Department and Public Works. You can still reach any of these departments over the phone and online. There’s more information available at the City of Oskaloosa’s website. www.oskaloosaiowa.org.
The Mahaska County Law Enforcement Center in Oskaloosa is now closed to all walk-in traffic. All essential law enforcement services will continue, but non-essential services may be limited.
OTTUMWA:
April 13, 2020 - Ottumwa City Hall will remain closed to the public until further notice. If you have specific business to conduct with city staff, please call ahead for further instruction at 641-683-0600. City administration has taken a serious approach to this pandemic. Staff was advised to monitor proper distancing and increase cleaning of common surfaces throughout the day. We continue to follow the guidelines of the CDC, Governor Reynolds, and Wapello County Emergency Management and the Wapello County Public Health Department.
The current practice for ill employees (per medical advice) was to be home for three days following the end of symptoms without the need for medication –but no less than seven days since the beginning of symptoms. Earlier this week we added language specific to positive or suspected positive COVID-19 results which required those individuals to be off for a minimum of fourteen days.
Since receiving notification of an employee with a positive test on Friday morning, employees were sent home and City Hall was shut down for the day to allow for a more thorough cleaning of the building. Further, we have been advised that only employees who have had direct contact with the individual for a period of thirty minutes or more should self-quarantine.
Employees who are not subject to quarantine requirements will be expected to wear a mask while moving through the building. This is in addition to the previous protocols of social distancing, hand washing, and extra cleaning. Additionally, the City will increase the use of distance meetings during the closure period.
WAPELLO COUNTY:
As decided by the Wapello County Board of Supervisors, the Wapello County Courthouse effectively closed at 4:30 today, March 19, 2020. The offices will remain staffed and the public may contact them by phone (641) 683-0060 or email and receive direction. Phone numbers and links are available on website. Magistrate Court and court services will continue with restrictions to the public. Property taxes can be paid online at www.iowatreasurers.org or mailed to:
Wapello County Treasurer 101 W 4th St, Ottumwa, IA 52501 using a check or money order.
Wapello County Conservation Visitor Center, campground, and cabins are currently closed to the public. Wapello County Secondary Roads, Wapello County Motor Vehicle Department, Wapello County Community Health Services/South Central Behavioral Health Region will also be closed today at the close of business hours, March 19, 2020. All departments will remain staffed and be available by to patrons by phone.
PELLA:
The City of Pella has officially extended the closure of all City offices, recreational facilities, and playgrounds until further notice.
The Pella Public Library will launch a curbside pick-up program beginning on Monday, May 4.
For more information, visit: www.cityofpella.com/covid19pressrelease
Below are a few additional resources to assist our citizens during this time. Payment of utility bills can be handled through the following methods:
• Automated phone system at 844.546.8162
• Online at https://ipn2.paymentus.com/cp/plla
• Drop boxes located at City Hall, in the alley behind the library, and at Hy-Vee
If you are having difficulty paying your utility bill, contact City Hall at 641.628.4173.
Library resources are available online at https://www.cityofpella.com/Library
All public meeting changes will be online at https://www.cityofpella.com/calendar.aspx?CID=14
The City of Pella will continue to provide updates as they are available via our social media accounts and website. If you would like to opt-in to receive a notification when updates are available, sign-up at https://pellaia.regroup.com/signup and choose the “Emergency Alerts” distribution group.
Finally, the United Way hotline feature has been activated for all Marion County residents who have questions regarding COVID-19. The line is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week by calling 211 or 800.244.7431.
For updated information and resources, please visit the links below:
Marion County Public Health Department
Iowa Department of Public Health
KEOKUK COUNTY:
The Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office says it is still open, but is trying to limit contact with the general public. You’re not allowed to visit inmates in the county jail. And it’s recommended that you call the Sheriff’s Office to see if you can get help over the phone or on the internet. The Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office’s phone number is 641-622-2727.
Effective March 18, 2020 – until further notice: Due to COVID19 and public health concerns, Keokuk County is taking steps to protect employees and the public. Keokuk County has elected to close their offices to the public to limit the spread of COVID-19. Our employees will continue to report to work and serve the public to the best of our ability under these circumstances. Business hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Our goal is to continue to provide services while protecting
the citizens and employees of Keokuk County.
Please contact the County Department by phone or email with questions regarding services:
Assessor’s Office - 641-622-2760 - dsanders@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice.
Attorney’s Office - 641-622-3500 - attorney@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice.
Auditor’s Office - 641-622-2320 - auditor@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice. Nomination papers for June 2nd Primary and November 3rd General Elections will be accepted in the office – please call ahead. Absentee voting is strongly encouraged. Call to request an absentee ballot by mail or print a form off the keokukcountyia.com website- click on Auditor. City budgets are due to the Auditor’s Office on or by March 31st – please mail or call ahead.
Board of Supervisors - 641-622-2902 - hadleymichaelc@yahoo.com
Will hold their normal Monday board meetings as usual beginning at 8:30 a.m. Please call with comments or questions.
Clerk of Court - 641-622-2210 - Keokuk.County.Clerk@iowacourts.gov
Open to the public for court related services on a limited basis. There is a drop box at the East Entrance of the Courthouse for any court related documents/payments. Please call for more information or with questions.
Community Services - 641-622-2383 or 641-790-0048 - commsvcs@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice – call to schedule an appointment.
Conservation Department - 641-622-3757 or 641-660-8621 - kccb@cloudburst9.net
Staff is working daily until further notice. We are committed to enforcing CDC recommendations regarding COVID-19. The park is open.
Emergency Management - 641-622-2528 or 641-790-1045 - lsmth5450@lisco.com
Keokuk County Emergency Operations Center is in close correspondence with State and Federal partners. Please direct COVID-19 questions to 211. Reminder to always call before with questions
Engineer’s Office - 641-622-2610 - keocohwydept@keokukcountyia.com
HOURS - 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. - Closed to the public but working daily until further notice.
IT Office - 641-622-2721 or 641-790-0097 - kcinfosys@keokukcountyia.com
Public Health’s Office - 641-622-3575 - vlarson@keokukcountyia.com
We will continue Public Health, Home Care Services and Emergency Preparedness services. Please call ahead if you are planning on coming to the office. Call your provider if you are sick – stay home if you are ill. Remember to cover your cough and wash your hands. Iowa Department of Public Health web page link is: https://idph.iowa.gov/. Call with questions or concerns.
Recorder’s Office - 641-622-2540 - recorder@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice. No genealogy searches and unnecessary land record searches may be performed until further notice. Land records are accessible at www.iowalandrecords.org from 1989 to present. For gaming privileges, you can download the GoOutdoorIowa app on your android or apple phone. For information on how to obtain Boat, Snowmobile and ORM/ATV/ORV license renewals and registrations, and for any certified copies of birth, death, marriage, records, please call or email
Sheriff’s Office - 641-622-2727 - chinnah@keokukcountyia.com
Please call ahead to see if you can conduct business electronically or over the phone. Visitors will be limited.
Treasurer’s Office - 641-622-2421 - treasurer@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice. There is a drop box inside the East Entrance of the Courthouse for payments. Online payments may be made at www.iowatreasurers.org with e-check for 25₵. Payments may be sent through the mail to Keokuk County Treasurer at 101 S. Main Street, Sigourney, IA 52591.
Driver’s License: suspended at this time.
Veteran’s Affairs - 641-622-2761 - va@keokukcountyia.com
Closed to the public but working daily until further notice – call to schedule an appointment.
A drop box is located inside the east entrance.
POWESHIEK COUNTY:
In Poweshiek County, the County Courthouse in Montezuma is closed to public access, except for court proceedings. All nursing and assisted living facilities in Poweshiek County have restricted visitor access, while UnityPoint Grinnell Medical Center has a no visitor policy.
From Poweshiek County Emergency Management: (3-26-20)
Poweshiek County Emergency Management continues to work with local community partners in response to COVID-19. Currently, we have 4 confirmed cases of the virus in Poweshiek County. Three of these patients are in the age category of 61-80, and one patient is in the 81 and older category.
Poweshiek County and its communities continue to follow guidance from the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and abide by the Governor’s Public Health Emergency Disaster Declaration and Proclamation. The following have taken additional steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and reinforce social distancing by implementing the closures below:
Grinnell-Newburg Schools: Playground equipment is closed for use. Open green space use still permitted for independent or small groups (less than 10 people).
Montezuma School District: Playground equipment is closed for use. Open green space use is still permitted for independent or small groups (less than 10 people)
City of Grinnell: Parks and equipment are still open; however, equipment is not sanitized and proper social distancing and hygiene guidelines should be followed. It is encouraged to use open green space independently or in small groups (less than 10 people)
City of Brooklyn: Landes Park is closed for use
City of Malcom: City Park is closed for use
City of Montezuma: City Park is closed for use