City of Maquoketa, City Hall        201 E. Pleasant St.     Maquoketa, Iowa 52060    

PHONE: (563)652-2484     FAX: (563)652-2485

News and Announcements

2010 Census Workers Needed

The 2010 Census is coming. The Census count is a huge undertaking that will require community-wide organization and participation. That means right now, applications are being taken and testing is being done in preparation for hiring of hundreds of people in Eastern Iowa. These temporary jobs range from $9.00 to $16.00 per hour according to the position and location. For more information, call 1-866-861-2010.

 

Community Involvement Plan For Downtown Fire Clean

The City of Maquoketa is taking comments on the wording of the community involvement plan for the South Main Redevelopment Site. Comments can be mailed to City Hall or interested persons are welcome to attend the public hearing on November 16, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at Maquoketa City Hall.

Please click here for a copy of the plan.

 

Grants Available for New Homeowners

Want to be a new homeowner? Grant funds are available for low and moderate income households for first time homebuyers within the City of Maquoketa.

For more information, call Tim Crabb at 563-556-4166 ext 214 or pick up an application at Maquoketa City Hall.

 

Volunteers Needed for Boards and Commissions

The City of Maquoketa currently has eight boards and commissions that have openings available. The Cable Commission has three openings, the Historic Preservation Commission has four openings, the Planning and Zoning Board has three openings, the Police Board of Trustees has two openings, the Property Maintenance Board has three openings, the Sidewalk Board has four openings, the Utility Board of Trustees has two openings and the Zoning Board of Adjustment has one opening. All Maquoketa residents are encouraged to apply to volunteer for one or more of these positions. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact City Hall at 563-652-2484. Applications can be downloaded from our download center in the left hand menu.

 

City of Maquoketa receives DRA Grant

The City of Maquoketa recently received a grant from the Dubuque Racing Association in the amount of $6000 to purchase and install four surveillance cameras at various locations within the City. The cameras will help the City monitor several City properties for vandalism and safety concerns. We would like to thank the Dubuque Racing Association for their support in financing this beneficial project.