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The 2016 Activity Guide, published by the Quad Cities Convention and Visitor's Bureau, is a full-color comprehensive look at everything there is to see and do in the Quad Cities. View it online, or request a copy by mail. 2016 Quad Cities Activity Guide

Posted: March 7, 2016

Public Notification

Ben Sanders, aka Todd Brown, aka Sandman Sanders, is a convicted sex offender. He is required to register as a sex offender in Iowa. On February 29th he will move to 530 Ripley Street, apartment 4. Ben Sanders has been classified as a Tier III offender. He is required to report quarterly to the...

Posted: February 29, 2016

TFQC Year in Review

The Tobacco-Free QC Coalition has posted the Year in Review for FY2015. The TFQC is a bi-state coalition formed by a visionary effort to unite many local resources to reduce the impact of tobacco and improve the health of the Quad City community.

Posted: February 26, 2016

County Administrator Application

Scott County has retained Waters & Company, a Springsted Company to conduct a recruitment for a new County Administrator for Scott County. The position will be open until March 25th.

Posted: February 26, 2016

Interstate 80 Study

The Iowa DOT is studying Interstate 80 in Iowa from Illinois to Nebraska in an effort to increase mobility across the interstate system. Find information such as maps, special studies, and online public meetings on the study web page updated throughout the course of the study. I-80 Planning Study...

Posted: February 25, 2016

Fingerprint Scheduling

Effective Monday, February 29, 2016 the Scott County Sheriff’s Office will offer an online service to schedule fingerprint appointments, with the option to pay using credit/debit card. The cost to be fingerprinted will be $20.00. Citizens will still be able to schedule an appointment in person at...

Posted: February 24, 2016

Rental House Scam!!!

The Scott County Sheriffs Office is posting this informational announcement regarding a scam that has recently been taking place on Craigslist.org (Quad Cities) in a posting for a rental house in Davenport. The address of the residence involved is 1933 W. 38th Street and the following is being responded to by people answering to the involved scam ad

Posted: February 24, 2016

Bettendorf Reappraisal Project

The County Assessor’s Office with the approval of the Conference Board has hired Vanguard Appraisals Inc. to do a door-to-door revaluation within the Bettendorf city limits to be completed for the January 1, 2017 assessment year. Visit this page for appraisal staff photos and information.

Posted: February 18, 2016

National Condom Day

February 14 is National Condom Day. Click on this link to learn more about STD prevention and treatment.

Posted: February 12, 2016

Operation "Methed Up"

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit has been involved in an ongoing methamphetamine investigation since summer of 2015 which has netted 46 arrests to date. The investigation started in August, 2015 with a tip involving illegal methamphetamine manufacture and use in the Lake...

Posted: February 10, 2016

Board Seeks Input in Administrator Search

Scott County has retained Waters & Company, a Springsted Company to conduct a recruitment for a new County Administrator for Scott County. The Board of Supervisors received input from the Scott County community regarding thoughts on experience, management and leadership characteristics...

Posted: January 29, 2016

Citizens Police Academy

Every February, in cooperation with other area Scott County Police agencies, the Bettendorf Police Department sponsors a Citizens Police Academy. The Academy is an eight week program designed to give each participant a basic knowledge of how their law enforcement agencies operate. Each participant...

Posted: January 21, 2016

Life Saving Award

On Friday, January 22, 2016, the Sheriff's Office will be presenting a Life Saving Award at 9:00 a.m. in the Sheriff's Office Administrative Conference Room in the Scott County Courthouse. Scott County Sheriff's Deputy Jamey Fah, Blue Grass Fire Chief Brian Seamer, Blue Grass Firefighter Josh...

Posted: January 21, 2016

January Public Health Connection Newsletter

The January Public Health Connection talks about the benefits of workplace wellness programs and covering your cough when sick. Read all about it! http://www.scottcountyiowa.com/health/newsletter .

Posted: January 7, 2016

Cervical Health Awareness Month

Cervical Health Awareness Month: the HPV vaccine and screenings are the best ways to prevent and detect cervical cancer.

Posted: January 4, 2016

Meth Investigation

NEWS RELEASE On December 21st, 2015 the Scott County Special Operations Unit served three residential search warrants in the City of Davenport as part of an extensive methamphetamine investigation. Based on information received from the public, agents established a conspiracy to manufacture...

Posted: December 22, 2015

Vehicle Accident rural Walcott

Update - December 23rd, 2015 The driver of the 2000 Ford F150 pickup who was fatally injured on 12/22/15 was identified as Paul H. Ostrand, 55, from Stockton, IA. The accident remains under investigation. NEWS RELEASE On December 22nd, at approximately 5:36 pm, Scott County Sheriff's deputies...

Posted: December 22, 2015

Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Scott County has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for Scott County’s current FY16 Budget.

Posted: December 16, 2015

Street Parking Changes on Ripley

Effective December 10, 2015, signs on Ripley Street by the City of Davenport designate "Official Sheriff's Dept. Vehicle Parking Only" from 4th Street to the exit of the sally port of the Scott County Jail. Violators will be ticketed and/or towed by the City of Davenport.

Posted: December 10, 2015

Sheriff Conard, Office Rupe, and Major Gibbs

Children's Christmas Bike Giveaway

On December 8, 2015, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office Community Restoration Program participated in this year’s Children’s Christmas bike giveaway at the Friendly House in Davenport. The Community Restoration program was started in 2004 by Sheriff Conard and designed to involve low risk, minimum...

Posted: December 10, 2015

Sheriff's Office to participate in I-PLEDGE

SCOTT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE TO PARTNER WITH IOWA ABD FOR TOBACCO, ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE AND VAPOR PRODUCT EDUCATION AND ENFORCEMENT Davenport, Iowa (December 09, 2015) – The Scott County Sheriff’s Office has taken a pledge to keep tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor products out of the hands...

Posted: December 10, 2015

December Public Health Connection

The December newsletter describes tips for maintaining a healthy state of mind this winter and staying safe on the road. Read all about it in the Public Health Connection :

Posted: December 8, 2015

Weapons Permit Applications

Due to the vast interest of persons applying for weapons permits, permits will no longer be issued the same day. If a person actually comes in to the Sheriff’s Office and completes their application on the Sheriff’s Office kiosk computer, their permit will be issued in the order in which it was...

Posted: December 7, 2015

NEWS RELEASE – Vehicle Accident (Buffalo)

NEWS RELEASE – Car Accident (Buffalo) On Saturday December 5, 2015 at approximately 02:02am the Scott Emergency Communications Center was notified of a vehicle accident with a male being ejected near the 100 block of 40th Avenue in Buffalo, IA. 40th Avenue is located in the south west part of Scott...

Posted: December 6, 2015

Weapons Permit Application and Renewal

With the 5 year anniversary of the Iowa Weapons Carry Permit law upon us, and with many carry permit holders getting ready to renew their 5 year carry permits, I thought it was important to share the information on the difference between the new carry permit and the renewal permit, as well as...

Posted: December 2, 2015

Snow Shoe & Cross Country Ski Equipment Available at Wapsi Center

Come explore the Wapsi River Center this winter, via snowshoes or cross country skis. The Wapsi River Center has aluminum snowshoes, and X country ski equipment which may be checked out on Saturdays from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. The equipment is available on a “first come first served” basis. Please...

Posted: December 1, 2015

Conference Board appoints new Scott County Assessor

Scott County Conference Board unanimously approved to appoint City of Davenport Deputy Assessor Tom McManus as the new Scott County Assessor effective January 1, 2016.

Posted: December 1, 2015

Scott County Administrator discusses retirement

Scott County Administrator, Dee F. Bruemmer discussed her retirement plans with the Board of Supervisors at their last regular meeting. Ms. Bruemmer was appointed County Administrator in August of 2008 after serving 27 years as an assistant administrator in the City of Davenport. She plans to leave the County in the spring.

Posted: November 25, 2015

Health Department Fiscal Year 2015 Annual Report

The Scott County Health Department 2015 Fiscal Year Annual Report is now available. We are thankful for the many partnerships and accomplishments of the past year and look forward to another year of promoting public health in our community! Read the full report at on the Annual Report page.

Posted: November 19, 2015

Swearing in Ceremony

On Friday, November 13, 2015, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office held a Swearing in Ceremony at the Sheriff’s Office for three newly appointed Deputies, Howard Wilson, Daniel Grafton and Eric Poirier.

Posted: November 16, 2015

View of the housing unit of Scott County Jail.

Scott County Jail - The National Institute of Corrections

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office would like to share a video that was recently produced by The National Institute of Corrections. Our Sheriff, Dennis Conard, along with a number of our Jail Correction Officers were featured within this documentary, which portrays the Corrections side of the Scott...

Posted: November 16, 2015

Moody’s Investor Services Upgrades Scott County to Aa1

Moody’s Investor Services upgraded Scott County, Iowa’s general obligation credit rating from Aa2 to Aa1, the second highest rating possible. The rating upgrade will allow the County to obtain lower interest rates on bond issuances and save taxpayers money.

Posted: November 4, 2015

Life Saving Ribbon Award Ceremony

The Scott County Sheriff's Office is holding an award ceremony where we are awarding our life saving ribbon for two separate incidents which happened earlier this year. The ceremony will be held Wednesday November 4th, 2015 at 9 am in the Sheriff's Office Pavilion Conference Room. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Posted: November 2, 2015

Scott County Conservation Board Meeting Date Change

The Scott County Conservation Board announces that the November Board meeting regularly scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11th, has been changed to Tuesday, November 17th at 3:00 p.m. at West Lake Park Headquarters office. For additional information, please call (563) 328-3280.

Posted: November 2, 2015

Oral Health for Seniors

Scott County Health Department’s I-Smile™ Silver pilot program has been working to improve the oral health of seniors. Daily oral hygiene and dental care help older adults stay healthy. Through education and partnerships, we can support overall health for seniors! Learn more in this month’s...

Posted: November 1, 2015

Bald Eagle Viewing

Bald eagles will start arriving in November along with migrant waterfowl. The stretch of the Wapsi River below the Center supports dozens of eagles in the night roost. The best viewing will be at the Center from December through early March, one to two hours before dusk. During Center hours scopes...

Posted: October 28, 2015

October Special from IDNR to Provide Seedlings

The Iowa DNR is offering a specialty packet for the month of October designed to provide habitat for Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Quail, which includes 50 bonus seedlings and opportunity to receive Sportman's warehouse gift cards. See the below attachment for additional information.

Posted: October 9, 2015

Conservation Board Meeting Location Change

The Scott County Conservation Board announces that the regular October Board Meeting will take place at 4:00p.m. at Glynns Creek Clubhouse on October 14th. If you would like additional information please call (563) 328-3280.

Posted: October 6, 2015

Fall and Winter School Field Trips at the Wapsi Center

Fall and Winter School Field Trips If you would like to schedule a field trip, we encourage educators to schedule as far in advance as possible and take an active role. School programs are not scheduled for Mondays so that staff may work on administration and projects. You may download our field...

Posted: October 5, 2015

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness: Scott County Care for Yourself can help!

Posted: October 1, 2015

Fight the Flu. Get the Flu Shot.

Flu season is here! Get the flu shot. Click to learn more!

Posted: October 1, 2015

Fall Green Fee Special at Glynns Creek Golf Course

Beginning in October and continuing through the remaining season at Glynns Creek Golf Course you can play 18 holes of golf for the 9 hole rate Monday through Friday ($25 w/cart). On Saturday and Sundays play 18 holes for the weekday rate ($35 w/cart). Come out and take advantage of this special and...

Posted: October 1, 2015

Rabies Awareness

What is Rabies? Rabies disease affects the brain and is fatal to humans. It is spread by animals infected by the rabies virus like bats, raccoons, skunks, and others. The best prevention is to avoid animal bites and vaccinate pets. Learn more about rabies in the October newsletter.

Posted: October 1, 2015

Pine Grove Campground at Scott County Park Closed for Renovations

Pine Grove Campground is now closed for the season as electrical services are being updated to 50 amp. We look forward to providing you these updated services next season.

Posted: September 30, 2015

Special Notice to Scott County Assessor's Commercial Properties

The State of Iowa Department of Revenue has issued a 7% Equalization value increase to COMMERCIAL properties for 2015 assessments in the Scott County Assessor jurisdiction (excludes properties in the Davenport City limits). Find fillable form for the Petition to Local Board of Review under the...

Posted: September 29, 2015

260th Avenue is Open

Scott County Secondary Road Open Notice Road Involved: 260th Avenue is OPEN between F33 (Bluff Road) and 290th Street Date Open: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 Description of Closure: The road was closed for a bridge replacement project over Lost Creek. This project has been substantially completed...

Posted: September 23, 2015

Release of Findings of Community Health Assessment

Do you know which health needs exist in our community? Findings of the 2015 Quad Cities Community Health Assessment are now available!

Posted: September 15, 2015

Absentee/Early Voting Ballots Available in Auditor’s Office

NEWS RELEASE 2015 Davenport City Primary Election Release date: September 14, 2015 Contact: Scott County Auditor’s Office 563-326-8631 Absentee/Early Voting Ballots Available in Auditor’s Office DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Roxanna Moritz announced today that absentee/early voting ballots for...

Posted: September 14, 2015

September is National Preparedness Month

If disaster strikes, are you ready? Whether at home, in our neighborhoods, at work/school, or traveling the globe, prepare for everywhere! Check out the September Public Health Connection Newsletter to learn more.

Posted: September 9, 2015

Have a Food-Safe Labor Day Celebration!

Labor Day picnics and cookouts are a great time...when they are food-borne illness free! Learn more.

Posted: September 1, 2015

Scott County Conservation Board September Meeting Date Change

The Scott County Conservation Board announces that the Board Meeting regularly scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 has been moved to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at West Lake Park Headquarter's office.

Posted: August 25, 2015

Help Make Your County Parks Better - We Need Your Input

The Scott County Conservation Board would like your feedback to help us plan for future enhancements at your parks. We hope to identify and prioritize our most immediate needs and would like input from people who know us best, our friends and customers! If you'd like to participate, please complete...

Posted: August 24, 2015

2015 School Elections

Release date: August 24, 2015 Contact: Roxanna Moritz, Scott County Auditor & Commissioner of Elections 563-326-8631 office 563-370-3915 mobile Voter registration Deadlines for School Elections is Friday, August 28th. DAVENPORT – Scott County Auditor Roxanna Moritz is reminding those interested...

Posted: August 24, 2015

2015 School Boards Election Vote Centers to be Used

2015 SCHOOL BOARDS ELECTION “VOTE CENTERS TO BE USED” Polling hours will vary by school districts. For the Davenport and North Scott School Districts polls will be open from12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. Because there are no contested races or ballot measures voting hours were shortened in these two...

Posted: August 24, 2015

"Healthy" Back to School Checklist

August means back to school time! Check out the Public Health Connection August newsletter for a "healthy" back to school checklist.

Posted: August 11, 2015

Summer Food Safety: Picnics, Potlucks & BBQs...oh my!

From family picnics to potlucks to backyard barbeques, tips from the Food Program at the Scott County Health Department can help you enjoy some of the favorite foods of summer safely!

Posted: August 7, 2015

RBT Launches New Service to Iowa City

Beginning August 18th, River Bend Transit launched the “ QC•IC X-press ”, a new transportation service to Iowa City Tuesday through Friday. For more information, visit (link deprecated) or call (563) 386-1350 or (800) 292-8959.

Posted: August 5, 2015

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

We all need shots to protect us from diseases. Learn more!

Posted: August 1, 2015

2015 RAGBRAI

July 15, 2015 Dear Scott County Resident, On Saturday, July 25, 2015, approximately 20,000 cyclists with RAGBRAI will travel through the west side of rural Scott County and end in Davenport. The same route will be utilized in rural Scott County as in 2011. The cyclists will enter Scott County on...

Posted: July 14, 2015

Alert Iowa

Scott County is part of the State of Iowa Alert Iowa - a county/statewide mass notification and emergency messaging system which can be used by state and local authorities to quickly disseminate emergency information to residents in counties that utilize the system. Learn More and Sign Up

Posted: July 9, 2015

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