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flyer showing pictures of plants and stating information about workshop

Come learn about he many wild edible plants in your neck of the woods. We will focus on identifying plants, foraging basics, and preparing wild edibles. We will take a hike outdoors to identify and harvest some of the summer wild edibles available during this time. At the end of the program you...

Posted: May 1, 2018

Phone Scam

SCAM Alert – *Law Enforcement does not call and demand payment* The Scott County Sheriff’s Office have received reports again that SCAMMERS are identifying themselves as employees of the Sheriff’s Office and using the names of our personnel. We have also received reports over the weekend from...

Posted: April 30, 2018

Officer Involved Shooting

On April 25th 2018 at approximately 9:35 am a disturbance was reported outside of the front main entrance to the Scott County Courthouse. Two bailiffs from within the courthouse and a Davenport Police Officer responded. Upon arrival they encountered a subject carrying a blunt object. The situation...

Posted: April 25, 2018

RFA for Medical Examiner Autopsy Transportation Services

The department has released a Request for Applications (RFA) for Medical Examiner Autopsy Transportation Services. Proposals are due to the Scott County Health Department by May 7, 2018.

Posted: April 25, 2018

Moonlight Frog Chorus

Experience the sounds of the season, in search of the frogs and toads which inhabit the Wapsi River Center. Visitors will learn how to identify the various calls associated with each species and then on on a night time frog catching adventure! Please bring a flashlight and waterproof footwear...

Posted: April 23, 2018

Kayak Experience at Scott County Park

This Event has been canceled today due to chance of severe weather. Thank you for your understanding. Join Director/Naturalist Dave Murcia for an adventure with canoes and kayaks. Whether you are a beginner or regular paddler, come out to learn basics. Program includes all equipment use, covers...

Posted: April 21, 2018

Wildflower Hike

Join Naturalist Michael Granger for a tour of the Wapsi woods in search of spring wildflowers. Bloodroot, Dutchman's Breeches, Trout Lily, and Jacob's Ladder are just some of the flowers to be found! Please call to Register for this program - 563-328-3286

Posted: April 21, 2018

Board of Supervisors recognizes April 20 & April 21 as "Quad Cities Big Table Weekend"

On April 5th, the Scott County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution recognizing April 20 and 21, 2018 as "Quad Cities Big Table Weekend". The Board of Supervisors invites all Quad Citizens to participate in this community-wide initiative to further connect our community so that we can become a...

Posted: April 19, 2018

Scott County Board of Supervisors have proclaimed April 28th, 2018 as the day to Sound the Alarm

The Board of Supervisors have proclaimed April 28, 2018 as the day to Sound the Alarm and help educate and protect the residents of our community against home fires and encourage everyone to support the American Red Cross and join in this lifesaving effort. Sign up today at https://www.redcross.org...

Posted: April 19, 2018

Map showing detour pedestrian route from 5th Street Parking lot to Admin Center.

Pedestrian Detour to 5th Street Parking Lot

Update: Construction is complete and the intersection is open. Starting Monday, April 9, 2018 the pedestrian crossing at 5th & Western will be CLOSED due to construction. The closure is anticipated to last approximately 4 weeks. Signage will be provided to clearly indicate the path for the...

Posted: April 5, 2018

Appeal an Assessment Electronically

Note: This service is only available during the annual protest period every April. A new and convenient feature of the Scott County Assessor’s new website gives property owners the option to formally appeal an assessment to the Board of Review online. Using the County Assessor’s website, property...

Posted: April 4, 2018

Press Release: National Public Health Week April 2nd-6th

Scott County Health Department to Host Event to Celebrate National Public Health Week April 2 - 6 is National Public Health Week! The theme of National Public Health Week 2018 is "Changing Our Future Together.” The Scott County Health Department (SCHD) is kicking off its celebration by hosting an...

Posted: April 2, 2018

Public Safety Telecommunicator's Week 2018

RECOGNIZING NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATOR’S WEEK APRIL 8TH – APRIL 14TH Each year, the second full week of April is dedicated to the men and women who serve as Public Safety Telecommunicator’s. The official name of the week, when originally introduced in Congress in 1991, was "National...

Posted: April 1, 2018

View of area of scott county parcel map.

Changes to Parcel Query and GIS Map

During the month of April 2018, the Parcel Query and GIS mapping applications will be updated with a new consolidated property and map viewing solution named Beacon, hosted by the Schneider Corporation. The new service provides additional functionality and display options to users. The service will be available the first week of April 2018, however both old and new systems will be accessible through the end of April to aid in transition. You can continue to access the both parcel and map sites from https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/parcels .

Posted: March 28, 2018

Open House: National Public Health Week

Join Scott County Health Department for a free open house to celebrate National Public Health Week! Thursday, April 5, 2018 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Scott County Administrative Center, First Floor Boardroom 600 W. 4th Street Davenport, Iowa 52801 You can expect: Welcome from Ed Rivers, Health Department Director at 12:00 PM Learn more about the Scott County Health Department at information tables Free car seat safety checks Enjoy light snacks and refreshments We look forward to seeing you there!

Posted: March 21, 2018

Glynns Creek Golf Course Opening

Glynns Creek Golf Course is scheduled to open for the season (weather permitting) Friday, March 16th at 10:00am. For more information, please call.

Posted: March 14, 2018

Hot Mix Asphalt Project

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received at the Scott County Engineer’s Office, 950 E. Blackhawk Trail, Eldridge, Iowa, 52748 until 10:00 A.M., March 30, 2018, for the construction of three Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) projects that are tied together. Project L-413 is a HMA Surfacing Project on 52nd...

Posted: March 14, 2018

Passport Day March 21, 2018

PASSPORT DAY – MARCH 21, 2018 Scott County Recorder, Rita Vargas, is extending their work day hours on Wednesday March 21, 2018, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm to provide passport acceptance services to citizens needing a first-time U.S. passport. Important! On April 2, 2018, the U.S. State Department...

Posted: March 9, 2018

Gun Violence Research

The American Journal of Public Health, a publication of the American Public Health Association, has gathered a number of studies on gun violence, including studies on concealed firearm permits, safe gun storage, hospitalizations from firearm injuries, and mental illness and mass shootings. This research provides important information to all sides of the conversation regarding firearms in our communities.

Posted: March 8, 2018

Two instructors in the pool demonstrating a skill to a group of children sitting along the edge of the pool.

Learn to Swim at Scott County Park!

Scott County Park Pool is proud to be an American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Provider. The Learn-to-Swim program is unique compared to other learn to swim programs. Classes are offered for children ages 3 years old and up. Students progress through the levels at their own pace, mastering the skills in...

Posted: March 1, 2018

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