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February 2020

Public Hearing on Proposed ATV Ordinance

Linn County to Hold Two Public Hearings on ATV Use on County Roads


The Linn County Board of Supervisors will hold two public hearings on the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-road vehicles on county roads in unincorporated Linn County. The first will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. at the Falcon Civic Center, 137 N. 4th Street in Central City and the second will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Linn County Public Service Center, 935 2nd St. SW in Cedar Rapids. 

This is an opportunity for the public to share their input on the use of ATVs and off-road vehicles on secondary roads in unincorporated Linn County. Anyone who is unable to attend the meeting but would like to provide input may contact the Linn County Board of Supervisors by email at [email protected] or by phone at 319-892-5000.


Public Hearing on March 4 for Proposed Property Tax Levy 


New legislation requires counties and cities to hold two public hearings and adopt a resolution establishing the total maximum property tax dollars that may be certified. The Linn County Board of Supervisors will hold its first public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021 budget on March 4, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center (935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids). The second public hearing will be held March 25 at 10 a.m. also at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center.  

A link to the max rate notice can be found at on the Linn County website.


Historic Preservation Grant Window Open

Historic Preservation Commission Preservation Grant Window Now Open


The Linn County Historic Preservation Commission is now accepting grant applications from non-profit organizations for its annual Historic Preservation Grant Program. Application information is available on Linn County’s website. There is $28,800 in grant funding available this year. 

This year marks the 40th year of the Linn County Historic Preservation Grant Program. Since its inception in 1980, the program has awarded over one million dollars in funding toward 228 historic preservation projects in Linn County.

Applications are due by 5 p.m. on April 1, 2020. 

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Linn County Accepting Proposals for Farm Operation and Management as Part of Dows Farm Agri-Community


Linn County is seeking proposals from experienced farmers and/or organizations to develop, manage, and conduct agricultural operations as part of the Dows Farm Agri-Community. 

Agricultural operations would include growing food for the Dows Farm residents and greater community while providing educational activities to the larger area. Educational activities could include field trips, classroom presentations, demonstrations, workshops, markets, cooking classes, volunteer days, and other community engagement opportunities.

The selected applicant will enter into an agreement with Linn County for the operation and management of the farm in accordance with mutually agreed farm management guidelines.

The deadline to submit proposals is 5 p.m., March 18, 2020.

More information and a link to the full request for proposals is available on the Linn County website.


Linn County Board of Supervisors Awards $80,000 in Witwer Trust Grants


The Linn County Board of Supervisors has awarded $80,000 in grants from the Linn County Board of Supervisors Witwer Trust Fund to 31 non-profit organizations whose work benefits Linn County residents. The recipients were selected through an annual competitive grant process that began in November. The Board of Supervisors received more than $180,000 in grant requests with $80,000 in available funds.

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Share Your Feedback on Linn County's Website


In February 2019, Linn County launched a redesigned County website, LinnCounty.org, with a variety of enhancements to improve the customer experience and make doing business online with the County faster and easier. As the County approaches the one-year anniversary of the new website, Linn County is seeking the community’s feedback on the new site through a short online survey. Your feedback will help the County continue to improve its website.
 
The deadline to complete the survey is February 29, 2020.

Take the 2-minute survey.

Be A Census Taker

Be A Census Taker - Earn $21.50/Hour


The 2020 Census is your chance to play a part in history! The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring temporary census positions that offer the perfect opportunity to earn extra money while helping your community. Most 2020 Census positions will last several weeks and feature:

  • Competitive wages
  • Weekly paychecks
  • Flexible hours
  • Paid training

To learn more, visit 2020Census.gov/jobs.


United States 2020 Census

Watch Your Mail for the 2020 Census


The 2020 census is coming up and we want all residents to participate in this important civic event. The census, conducted once every 10 years, is the constitutionally-required count of every person living in the United States. It asks questions about all the people who live and sleep in a household as of April 1, 2020 - including babies and anyone staying in the household who has no other permanent place to stay.

Your Participation Matters
The Census determines how many representatives Iowa gets in Congress and which states get billions of dollars in federal funding for roads, health care, low-income programs and other projects. It's important for every person to be counted!

How to Respond - Watch the Mail
Every household in America will receive a letter in the mail with information on how to respond. You can respond to the census by phone, mail, or online.

It's Safe
Your responses are safe, secure, and protected by federal law. Your answers cannot be used against you by any government agency or court in any way.

Learn More
For more information and downloadable resources: https://2020census.gov.

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Visit Linn County’s website at LinnCounty.org/NotifyMe to sign-up to receive the information that is important to you. There is no cost to subscribe. Text messages are subject to standard text messaging rates.

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