Public Notices

In 2026, the U.S. Department of Transportation will award up to $350 million in Competitive Highway Bridge Program (CHBP) grants to support critical infrastructure projects across the country. CHBP is a nationally competitive grant program that provides funding for transportation bridge infrastructure.

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT), along with Mitchell County and 20+ other counties and cities, is applying for funding to rebuild 32 bridges in poor condition across the state. These bridge replacement projects would improve safety, increase communities’ connection to nearby areas, such as schools, businesses, hospitals, and parks, provide easier access for freight and agricultural movement, and support economic growth.

We need your help by completing a brief survey! This survey will give us insight into your views on the bridges, how you use the current structures, and your thoughts on potential wider, safer bridges capable of carrying heavier loads. The survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete. We appreciate your input!

https://hdr.jotform.com/261896807054063

Mitchell County Planning & Zoning is looking to fill a one 20-hour Administrator position.

The Administrator is responsible for performing the administrative, technical, and enforcement activities of the Planning and Zoning Department.

Starting wage is $24.35/HR , potentially more based on experience.

Position will remain open until filled.

Mitchell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mitchell County is accepting applications for a Conservation Board Member. This
appointed position has a five-year term. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, June
25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Applications are available at Mitchell County Conservation.
Applications can be submitted to Mitchell County Board of Supervisors at 212 South 5th
Street, Osage, IA or emailed to supervisors@mitchellcountyiowa.gov.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is an application of file of a proposed amendment to the Mitchell County Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance 17) and Mitchell County Zoning Map that revises the zoning for parcels 10-22-300-012, 10-22-300-014, 10-22-300-015, 10-22-300-027, 10-22-300-029, from Agriculture District to Arterial Commercial District. Such application was reviewed on Thursday April 9th, 2026, by the Zoning Commission of Mitchell County, Iowa.
You are further notified that said application will be heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday May 5th, 2026, beginning at 8:45am, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers at the Mitchell County Courthouse in Osage, Iowa.
Any questions may be directed to Mitchell County Planning and Zoning Department at the Mitchell County Courthouse, via e-mail at abaer@mitchellcountyiowa.gov, or by calling (641) 832-3943.

IN RE:             Proposed Vacation and Conveyance of: 

Vacated Western Avenue, 66 feet wide running 366 feet long along and extending past the West line of Blocks 6 and 7 of Wolff’s Addition to Little Cedar, Mitchell County, Iowa.

AND

A strip of land 20 feet wide running 200 feet along the South line of Lots 3, 4, 5, and 6 in Block 7 of Wolff’s Addition to Little Cedar, Mitchell County, Iowa.

To Whom It May Concern:

The Mitchell County Board of Supervisors, acting under the authority of Iowa Code Sections 354.23 and 331.361, proposes to vacate and convey property in Mitchell County, Iowa described as follows:

Vacated Western Avenue, 66 feet wide running 366 feet long along and extending past the West line of Blocks 6 and 7 of Wolff’s Addition to Little Cedar, Mitchell County, Iowa.

AND

A strip of land 20 feet wide running 200 feet along the South line of Lots 3, 4, 5, and 6 in Block 7 of Wolff’s Addition to Little Cedar, Mitchell County, Iowa.

To Abben Family Trust for costs anticipated to be $300.

A hearing will be held by the Mitchell County Board of Supervisors meeting at 8:45 A.M. on April 21, 2026.  Any person shall have the right to file, in writing, or appear personally at said hearing to present objections or comments.  The failure to appear and be heard will result in a forfeiture of any right to object to said sale.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there is now on a recommendation of file with the Board of Supervisors of Mitchell County, Iowa, a proposed amendment to the Mitchell County Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance 17) and Mitchell County Zoning Map that revises the zoning for parcel 10-14-400-010 from Agriculture District to Light Industrial District.
You are further notified that said recommendation will be heard by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday March 17th, 2026, 8:45 am, in the Board of Supervisors Chambers at the Mitchell County Courthouse in Osage, Iowa.
Any person interested in this matter may attend the hearing by the means above or submit their views in writing at least 24 hours prior to the hearing date.
Any questions may be directed to Mitchell County Planning and Zoning Department at the Mitchell County Courthouse, via e-mail at abaer@mitchellcountyiowa.gov, or by calling (641) 832-3943.

The Mitchell County Board of Supervisors will hold a public meeting at 9:00 A.M., March 17, 2026, in the Board of Supervisor’s room at the Courthouse in Osage, Iowa. The purpose of this hearing is to consider Mitchell County Ordinance No. 64, an Ordinance re-adopting the existing County Code and all Amendments thereto. A copy of the proposed Ordinance is available at the office of the Auditor for public inspection and copies may be obtained at the Auditor’s Office. Anyone wishing to speak in support or opposition of the ordinance should be present at this hearing.