📍 Community Tree Planting Ceremony
🗓 TODAY
⏰ 10:00 AM
📌 In front of City Hall (201 E. Elm Street)
🌲 This tree will be our annual Holiday Tree
Come be a part of this meaningful event as we recognize the value of urban forestry and work together to enhance the beauty and sustainability of Avoca. 🌱
From helping at local events and supporting city initiatives to lending a hand wherever it’s needed, our volunteers are the backbone of what makes Avoca such a special place to live.
Your dedication does not go unnoticed, we are truly grateful for all that you do to make our community stronger, kinder, and more connected. Join us in celebrating and thanking the volunteers who make a difference every day! 👏
He and his girlfriend, Katie, call Avoca home, along with their three dogs; Tucker, Sis, and Gaia. Outside of work, Bailey and Katie enjoys playing in sand volleyball leagues in the Council Bluffs area.
We’re excited to have you on the team, Bailey! Welcome to Avoca! 🥳
Happy World Book Day! 📖
On Tuesday, April 21st, Mayor Tom Bruck signed a Proclamation during the regular City Council Meeting declaring April 19th through April 25th as Official National Library Week in the City of Avoca.
We encourage all residents to take time this week to visit the Avoca Public Library, explore its resources, and celebrate the important role it plays in our community.
From helping at local events and supporting city initiatives to lending a hand wherever it’s needed, our volunteers are the backbone of what makes Avoca such a special place to live.
Your dedication does not go unnoticed, we are truly grateful for all that you do to make our community stronger, kinder, and more connected. Join us in celebrating and thanking the volunteers who make a difference every day! 👏
Today is a reminder that even the smallest actions can have a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. From reducing waste to supporting local sustainability efforts, each step forward matters.
As a community, we have the opportunity to lead by example, keeping our spaces clean, conserving resources, and thinking about the future we’re building for the next generation.
This Earth Day, consider one simple change you can make, not just today, but every day. 🌱
🌐 View the agenda and packet items for tonight's meeting here: cityofavoca.com/page/agendas-minutes
Today we’re celebrating the incredible team behind the Avoca Public Library for National Library Workers Day! 📚
From helping patrons find the perfect read to creating fun programs for all ages, their dedication keeps our library a welcoming and vibrant place for everyone. Thank you for everything you all do, every single day. 👏
Be sure to stop in or leave a comment to thank our amazing library staff today! 💙
📍 Community Tree Planting Ceremony
🗓 Friday, April 24, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
📌 In front of City Hall (201 E. Elm Street)
🌲 This tree will be our annual Holiday Tree
Come be a part of this meaningful event as we recognize the value of urban forestry and work together to enhance the beauty and sustainability of Avoca. 🌱
Happy National Library Week! 📚 National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries and library professionals play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.
Be sure to follow the Avoca Public Library's socials and website to stay up to date on their fun-filled week of celebration! 🎉
Avoca Fire & Rescue offers the community to show their national pride with a subscription to our You're A Grand Old Flag Program. For just $50 a year, they'll place a beautiful American flag in your front yard on six national holidays:
• Memorial Day
• Flag Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Patriot Day
• Veterans Day
How it Works
• A 3’x5’ nylon American flag on a 10’ pole will be placed in your yard.
• Flags are set out at dawn and retrieved at dusk.
• On three-day holiday weekends, flags may remain up all weekend.
• A small, flush-mounted ground receptacle will be installed near your curb — safe for mowing and out of the way year-round.
Learn more or register for the program for the 2026 year at cityofavoca.com/o/coa/page/avoca-old-flag-program
Are you gearing up for Avoca's annual Spring Garbage Day? Be sure to stop by City Hall to grab those large item stickers if needed. 🧹✨
Call City Hall with any questions at 712-343-2424 from 9 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday.
If you’re passionate about community involvement and want to help make a difference, we encourage you to apply! Find the application on our website at cityofavoca.com/page/avoca-applications.
Applications due by Friday, April 24th to City Hall. Learn more about Avoca's Utility Board online at cityofavoca.com/page/utility-board.
"As someone newer to the parks and recreation industry, this conference provided valuable insight, inspiration, and encouragement. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from so many passionate professionals and bring back new ideas that can continue to benefit our community," said Cydney. "Thank you to the Iowa Foundation for Parks & Recreation and IPRA for this opportunity and to everyone who made the conference such a memorable experience."
Cydney is excited to move forward with bringing new ideas and much-needed updates to our parks, recreational facilities, and community spaces.
We’re getting utility bills returned in the mail again — over 20 this week alone.
If you have not received your utility bill, please call City Hall at 712-343-2424 between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, so we can update your:
• Mailing Address
• Phone Number
Keeping your information current helps ensure you receive your bill on time each month and we have a way to contact you if they come back to us.
Be sure to watch community businesses’ social media pages to verify holiday hours, as they may fluctuate.
🔗 Community Management Calendar: https://bit.ly/3KZErQT
🔗 Culture & Recreation: cityofavoca.com/page/culture-recreation
🔗 Library Board: cityofavoca.com/page/library-board
🔗 AVCC Commission: cityofavoca.com/page/american-legion-building-comm
🔗 Utility Board: cityofavoca.com/page/utility-board
🔗 Mayor & City Council: cityofavoca.com/page/city-council
Look at this! 🤩 Avoca Fire & Rescue is officially moved in and now operating out of their new station. We are so excited for this new chapter for our volunteer department and for the enhanced services they will be able to provide to our community and surrounding areas. 🚒
Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony during the Avoca Fire & Rescue Station Open House on Saturday, May 9th.
What sad weather for the first day of the 2026 golf season. ⛈️
Important Updates:
⛳ The Clubhouse is open, but hours may fluctuate weather depending
⛳ Be sure to watch socials for any closures due course conditions
⛳ The Flour Mill is not open for food/dining, more information to come
Additionally, we ran out of membership cards (what a great problem to have!) so there is a slight delay on membership and reciprocal cards. I will update once those have been officially dropped off at the Clubhouse.
Please contact City Hall at 712-343-2424 with any questions.
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