News and Announcements
Treasurer News
Title Transfers by Appointment Only - January 1
Change to Title Appointments to Take Effect January 1
County Recorder News
Holiday Hours
The Office will be closed on the following days: Christmas - Friday, December 23rd & Monday, December 26th |New Year's - Monday, January 2nd |MLK JR. Day - Monday, January 16th
Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Seeks to Appoint Members to Condemnation Compensation Commission
The Polk County Board of Supervisors is looking for residents to serve on various boards and commissions.
Election News
VOTER REGISTRATION CHALLENGE - Polk County Iowa Resident J. Whitver
Voter Registration Challenge hearing held on Wednesday, November 30th in front of Jamie Fitzgerald, Commissioner of Elections and Auditor of Polk County Iowa.
County Attorney News
Deng Convicted of Murder in the First Degree
On November 30, 2022, Danil Deng was sentenced in Polk County Criminal Number FECR3352018.
Human Resources News
Notice of Public Meeting - 12/01/2022
THE DEFERRED COMPENSATION COMMITTEE WILL HOLD THEIR QUARTERLY MEETING ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022 AT 11:00 A.M., IN ROOM 390 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE BUILDING.
Election News
City of Elkhart - Special Election
City of Elkhart Special Election to Fill-a-Vacancy for City Council - Election Date: Tuesday, December 13th
Conservation News
New, Year-Round Recreation Feature Coming to Sleepy Hollow Sports Park
Polk County Conservation announces phased approach to re-launching the winter sports destination.
County Attorney News
Dunbar Convicted of Kidnapping and Sexual Abuse
On October 21, 2022, a Polk County jury found Michael Dunbar guilty of Kidnapping in the 1st Degree and Sexual Abuse in the 2nd Degree.
Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Seeks to Appoint Members to Various Boards and Commissions
By State of Iowa law, the Polk County Board of Supervisors are responsible for appointing residents to various boards and commissions. The Board of Supervisors are currently seeking a number of Polk County residents to fulfill terms with the following boards and commissions:
County Sheriff News
Public Jail Visitations
Polk County Jail Lobby Visitation resumes on Sunday, October 16, 2022. Please see the below flyer for more information.
Treasurer News
Polk County Property Tax Statements Arrive in Mailboxes This Week
2022/2023 Property tax statements are now available and will be delivered to property owners the week of 8/29/2022.
Health Department News
Health Department Urges Everyone to Get a Flu Shot: Australia sees their worst flu season, Iowa could see the same
Each year, flu season is unpredictable and severe. The past several years we have seen mild flu seasons. Other flu seasons, such as when the H1N1 and H2N3 strains appeared, we saw healthy individuals, those with underlying health conditions, the young and old become sick, hospitalized and even die. This year, we could possibly be in for a rough flu season.
Conservation News
Long-anticipated bridge over Beaver Creek opens along Trestle to Trestle Trail.
A major artery between the cities of Johnston and Des Moines is once again flowing with cyclists and walkers.
County Recorder News
Renew Your ATV or Snowmobile Online!
Save yourself a trip downtown and the money of parking. Renew your ATV/ORV or Snowmobile online. Visit Online Renewals to renew your Personal Watercraft today! If you don't know your DNR or PIN # give us a call at 515-286-3160.
Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Board of Supervisors to Host FREE Welcoming Week Events
Polk County is thrilled to join Welcoming America and other organizations nationwide in hosting free events to celebrate the contributions of refugees, immigrants, and new residents in our community during this year’s Welcoming Week.
Conservation News
Seeking public input on proposed mountain bike park and related re-zoning.
View virtual presentation on the project.
Health Department News
Vaccine Schedule for September 12 - 16, 2022
Vaccine Schedule for September 12 - 16, 2022
Health Department News
Vaccine Schedule for September 5 - 9, 2022
Vaccine Schedule for September 5 - 9, 2022