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Notice of Public Hearing

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING – CITY OF WALCOTT
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
RELATING TO THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP

Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Walcott, Iowa, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Walcott City Hall, 128 W. Lincoln Street, Walcott, Iowa, to receive public comment and consider proposed amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan relating to the Future Land Use Map.

The proposed amendment would revise the Future Land Use Map designations for certain areas near the Interstate 80 interchange area within the City’s planning area, including changing certain areas currently designated as Commercial to Industrial.

A copy of the proposed Future Land Use Map amendment is available for public review at Walcott City Hall during regular business hours or online at www.cityofwalcott.com. Interested individuals may make comments on the proposed Future Land Use Map amendment during the public hearing or submit written comments to Walcott City Hall or by email to info@cityofwalcott.com.com by 4:00 p.m. on September 8, 2026. 

Future Land Use Map

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Zoning Board of Adjustment Vacancy Notice

The City of Walcott is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

The Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) is a quasi-judicial body authorized by the State of Iowa and the Walcott City Code to interpret and give exceptions to the zoning code. Such exceptions include variances and special use permits. Additionally, the Zoning Board of Adjustment hears and decides any appeals of the decision of the Zoning Administrator.

The vacant position will be filled by appointment by the City Council. The appointee will serve the unexpired term ending December 31, 2027. Meetings are infrequent and are scheduled by the Zoning Administrator following receipt of an appropriate application and are typically held on either the 2nd or 4th Monday of the month.

To be considered for an appointment, applicants must be a resident of the City of Walcott and at least 18 years of age. Submit a completed application to Walcott City Hall or email to info@cityofwalcott.com no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Applications are available at here or at Walcott City Hall. 

Applications are subject to the Iowa open record laws. Appointees will be required to complete an open meetings and open records training.  

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City Newsletter

The City of Walcott Spring/Summer newsletter is now available! Click here to read.

 

 

 

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Eye On Water

Powered by Badger Meter Eye On Water allows Walcott water utility customers view their latest water usage on a desktop or mobile device.  Customers can quickly view recent water usage with a two-week comparison, view detailed water usage history by the hour, day, week, and month, and sign up to receive alerts for potential leaks. To register for Eye On Water, visit: eyeonwater.com/signup or download the Eye On Water app on your mobile device! You’ll need your account number, which you can find on your water utility bill. This app allows customers to view their water usage, not billing or payment information.  EyeonWater Instructions

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