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Notice of Public Hearing Proposed Property Tax Levy
Notice of Public Hearing – Proposed Property Tax Levy
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BV County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Buena Vista County and its municipalities are updating our Hazard Mitigation Plan, and we need your input! The Hazard Mitigation Plan analyzes the County’s vulnerabilities to natural and human-caused hazards, and identifies actions the County can take to reduce the loss of life and minimize property damage from disasters. This survey seeks to collect information…
Buena Vista County Nov. 8th General Election Sample Ballots
Click here to view the November 8th Sample Ballots.
Buena Vista County Property Taxes
PROPERTY TAXES DUE First half property taxes for Buena Vista County are due Friday, September 30th, 2022. You can: Payments postmarked by September 30th, 2022, will be accepted without penalty, or place in the secure drop box on the east side of the Courthouse. Pay online (www.iowatreasurers.org) up until 11:59 p.m., Friday September 30th, 2022,…
BV County Flood Plain Revision 08/31/2022
Buena Vista County Floodplain Revision 08/31/2022 Click here for PDF document
BV County Chapter 4.5 Ordinance Prohibiting the Unlawful Use of Engine and Compression Brakes
TITLE IV STREETS, ROADS, PUBLIC WAYS and TRANSPORTATION CHAPTER 4.5 ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE UNLAWFUL USE OF ENGINE AND COMPRESSION BRAKES Section 4.5-1 PURPOSE. The purpose of this ordinance is to prohibit the excessive, loud, unusual or explosive use of engine and compressed air-braking devices within designated areas in Buena Vista County. Section 4.5-2 DEFINITIONS. For…
New Election Website Launched
Elections Page Moved Our election information has been moved to a dedicated website for everything you need to know about voting, registering, and more!
BV County Polling Location Changes
NOTICE OF CHANGES IN POLLING PLACES 06/07/2022 Primary Election Polling Places Precinct Name Polling Place Address BBLL Brooke-Barnes-Lee-Lincoln-(includes the Cities of Linn Grove, Rembrandt, and Sioux Rapids) American Legion Building 200 Main, Sioux Rapids CFNP Coon-Fairfield-Newell-Poland-(includes the Cities of Albert City, Newell, and Marathon) Albert City School Gym 300 Orchard…
National Pollworker Recruitment Day!
To find out more on how to become a Precinct Election Official, click here.
Recorder’s Office Passport Fee Changes
Effective December 27th, 2021 passport book prices increased for adults & children both in routine mail and expedite mail. Routine Mail PASSPORTS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – 9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM. PLEASE CALL (712) 749-2539 BEFORE YOU APPLY FOR A PASSPORT Please read the application and then complete. Passport Services asks that you please…
Driver’s License is Requiring Appointments
DRIVER’S LICENSE APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED Please be advised that appointments will continue to be required in the Buena Vista County Treasurer’s Office for all driver’s license issuance and testing. Please call 712-749-2571 to schedule your appointments. Thank you – Danelle Haberman, Buena Vista County Treasurer
2021 Election Law Changes for Iowa Voters
2021 Election Law Changes for Iowa Voters (Click Here) NEW IOWA ELECTION LAW Q & A Q: When do the polls close for the General Election? A: The polls close at 8:00 pm for ALL elections. Q: How many days before an election do I need to register to vote if I’m not registered or…
Buena Vista County Affirmative Fair Housing Policy – 2021
In pursuant with the requirements of Executive Order 11063 on equal opportunity housing, the following documents have been updated and are available for public view. Affirmative Fair Housing Policy CDBG Fair Housing Document
Recorder’s Office Requiring Appointments for Passports
Due to an influx of new applicants, Buena Vista County’s Recorder’s Office will be requiring appointments for passports for the forseeable future. Appointments can be made from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Monday through Friday. Please call 712-749-2539 to schedule an appointment. Along with this change, the BV County Recorder’s Office would like to remind…