The AHSTW Community School District and Opaa! are providing a Free Summer Meal Program to children ages 3 – 18:
📆 Beginning June 3rd
📆 Ending August 5th
🍎 Open to all youth within the AHSTW communities
🎒 Pickups will be on Wednesdays and will include seven breakfasts and seven lunches for the week
To assist with planning and preparation for June 3rd, AHSTW asks all interested parties to complete a short survey at https://bit.ly/4fJQ23d
📣 Survey will close Friday, May 29th at 12:00 PM
❗ While the survey will help the district with meal preparations, it is not required to be filled out to participate in the program
We’re Hiring: Executive Director 🚨 The future of downtown starts here. Avoca Main Street is seeking a passionate, community-driven leader to serve as our next Executive Director.
This position plays a vital role in shaping the growth, vibrancy, and continued revitalization of downtown Avoca's downtown district through community engagement, event coordination, business support, marketing, fundraising, and strategic development.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Loves building community relationships
• Has strong organizational and communication skills
• Can lead projects and events from idea to execution
• Is passionate about small-town growth and economic development
• Brings creativity, leadership, and vision to the role
Why Avoca? Avoca is a thriving small town with strong community pride, exciting momentum, and a commitment to preserving our historic downtown while investing in the future. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community that values collaboration, innovation, and progress.
📍 Location: Avoca, Iowa
📅 Position Type: Part-Time, 25 Hours / week
📧 To apply or request additional information: https://bit.ly/3OZQ1NV
⏰ Applications accepted until: May 30, 2026
Help us continue building a downtown and community people are proud to call home.
This position plays a vital role in shaping the growth, vibrancy, and continued revitalization of downtown Avoca's downtown district through community engagement, event coordination, business support, marketing, fundraising, and strategic development.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Loves building community relationships
• Has strong organizational and communication skills
• Can lead projects and events from idea to execution
• Is passionate about small-town growth and economic development
• Brings creativity, leadership, and vision to the role
Why Avoca? Avoca is a thriving small town with strong community pride, exciting momentum, and a commitment to preserving our historic downtown while investing in the future. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community that values collaboration, innovation, and progress.
📍 Location: Avoca, Iowa
📅 Position Type: Part-Time, 25 Hours / week
📧 To apply or request additional information: https://bit.ly/3OZQ1NV
⏰ Applications accepted until: May 30, 2026
Help us continue building a downtown and community people are proud to call home.
Home of the free, because of the brave. On Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25th and will reopen on Tuesday with regular business hours.
City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25th and will reopen on Tuesday with regular business hours.
The class of 1975 is currently in the lead in the Class vs. Class Challenge with the class of 1979 very close behind! We're accepting donations for the Avoca Veterans Community Center (AVCC) now through Monday, June 1st.
Ways to Donate:
• Check: Payable to City of Avoca – memo: Avoca Veterans Community Center Project (or) AVCC
• Drop off at City Hall between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM
• Or place in the after-hours drop box at City Hall – please drop check enclosed in an envelope with your name and contact information
See more on the AVCC at cityofavoca.com/page/avoca-avcc
Construction began on August 1, 2025, for our new Avoca Veterans Community Center (AVCC) with a current completion date of May 2026. And while project funding is secured, there are still many additional purchases needed to bring the center to life. We are reaching out now to ask for your support!
Ways to Donate:
• Check: Payable to City of Avoca – memo: Avoca Veterans Community Center Project (or) AVCC
• Drop off at City Hall between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM
• Or place in the after-hours drop box at City Hall – please drop check enclosed in an envelope with your name and contact information
See more on the AVCC at cityofavoca.com/page/avoca-avcc
Construction began on August 1, 2025, for our new Avoca Veterans Community Center (AVCC) with a current completion date of May 2026. And while project funding is secured, there are still many additional purchases needed to bring the center to life. We are reaching out now to ask for your support!
Grab your sunscreen, towels, and your favorite pool crew because summer officially starts Monday, June 1st in Avoca! 🏊🤩
☀ Pool open daily from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
☀ Lounge chairs are not available this summer, please bring your own or plan to sit in the grass
☀ Daily admissions fee is $8.00
☀ 2 Years & Under: FREE
☀ 10 Day Pass: $70.00
Purchase a season pass or a 10-day pass at City Hall from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Find more information by going to cityofavoca.com/page/splash-aquatic-center
Avoca's summer swim lesson sign-ups are now available! 🏊💦
Go to cityofavoca.com/o/coa/page/avoca-swim-lessons to download and print the sign-up form and deliver or mail to City Hall by Monday, June 8th!
You're invited! 📧 City Council meetings are where important decisions are made about our streets, parks, public safety, community events, budgeting, and future projects. Attending is one of the easiest ways to stay informed and involved in what’s happening in Avoca.
🌐 View the agenda and packet items for tonight's meeting here: cityofavoca.com/page/agendas-minutes
🌐 View the agenda and packet items for tonight's meeting here: cityofavoca.com/page/agendas-minutes
The Wall that Heals will be hosting a motorcade escort TOMORROW, May 20th and it will be starting right here in Avoca at the East Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds.
📣 Construction Alert
Our Highway 59 construction project is officially in the works! In close partnership with the Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT), this multi-year project is scheduled to begin in Spring 2027.
🚧 The north project (Phase 1) is currently in final design with no Right Of Way impacts anticipated.
🚧 The south project (Phase 2) is nearly ready to be sent to the ROW office, with a couple of properties expected to have impacts. We will continue keeping the community informed as the project progresses.
IDOT and the City will also host pre-construction meetings and extend invitations to the school, city staff, county officials, county law enforcement (Pottawattamie and Shelby Counties), animal control, fire/rescue, and other impacted partners.
IDOT has also created a project website with detailed information, updates, and resources related to the project. The site includes an option to sign up for notifications whenever new information is posted.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4nytNzb
Thank you for your patience and support as we work toward long-term improvements for our community and transportation infrastructure.
🚨 We’re Hiring: Executive Director 🚨 The future of downtown starts here. Avoca Main Street is seeking a passionate, community-driven leader to serve as our next Executive Director.
This position plays a vital role in shaping the growth, vibrancy, and continued revitalization of downtown Avoca's downtown district through community engagement, event coordination, business support, marketing, fundraising, and strategic development.
We’re looking for someone who:
• Loves building community relationships
• Has strong organizational and communication skills
• Can lead projects and events from idea to execution
• Is passionate about small-town growth and economic development
• Brings creativity, leadership, and vision to the role
Why Avoca? Avoca is a thriving small town with strong community pride, exciting momentum, and a commitment to preserving our historic downtown while investing in the future. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community that values collaboration, innovation, and progress.
📍 Location: Avoca, Iowa
📅 Position Type: Part-Time, 25 Hours / week
📧 To apply or request additional information: https://bit.ly/3OZQ1NV
⏰ Applications accepted until: May 30, 2026
Help us continue building a downtown and community people are proud to call home.
The City of Avoca is committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive community for all residents, businesses, and visitors. As part of this effort, the City is implementing a renewed and consistent Nuisance Abatement and Code Enforcement Program. All residents should have received a courtesy notice in the mail to inform all households of common nuisance violations and to provide advance notice of increased enforcement.
❗ While the City has historically addressed nuisance concerns, full and consistent enforcement will begin July 1, 2026.
Please ensure your property is ready for visitors to our community with Mother's Day, Graduation, Memorial Day Weekend, Father's Day, Farmers Market, AvocaDays (July 3-5), Labor Day Weekend and all Summer festivities in mind. All residents/property owners are encouraged to assess your properties for enforceable nuisances as strict enforcement begins July 1, 2026. Taking proactive steps now will help avoid future enforcement actions.
If you are unsure whether a condition may be a violation, or if you need additional time due to extenuating circumstances, we encourage you to contact City Hall. If you have questions or need clarification, call us directly at 712-307-2362 or via email at cityadministrator@cityofavoca.com.
❗ While the City has historically addressed nuisance concerns, full and consistent enforcement will begin July 1, 2026.
Please ensure your property is ready for visitors to our community with Mother's Day, Graduation, Memorial Day Weekend, Father's Day, Farmers Market, AvocaDays (July 3-5), Labor Day Weekend and all Summer festivities in mind. All residents/property owners are encouraged to assess your properties for enforceable nuisances as strict enforcement begins July 1, 2026. Taking proactive steps now will help avoid future enforcement actions.
If you are unsure whether a condition may be a violation, or if you need additional time due to extenuating circumstances, we encourage you to contact City Hall. If you have questions or need clarification, call us directly at 712-307-2362 or via email at cityadministrator@cityofavoca.com.
The Avoca Veterans Community Center (AVCC) is now accepting rental requests! You can find rental information and the rental request form on our website at cityofavoca.com/page/avoca-avcc
Can’t make it to City Hall during regular hours to purchase a season pool pass? Join us at our After Hours Sign Up Night and get it done! We’ll also have a raffle during the event, where two lucky winners will each receive a $25 pool concession stand gift certificate.
Join us on:
💦 Wednesday, May 13th
💦 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
💦 City Hall; Crocker Street Entrance
🏆 Everyone who registers that evening will be entered into a drawing to win a $25 concession stand coupon; two winners will be announced
Cash, check, or cards will be accepted. Prefer to plan ahead? You can find both an online and printable form on our website: cityofavoca.com/page/splash-aquatic-center
Get ready to make a splash this season! ☀️🌊
There's still time to participate in the Grand Old Flag Program before the first holiday of Memorial Day! 🇺🇸
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
Can’t make it to City Hall during regular hours to purchase a season pool pass? Join us at our After Hours Sign Up Night and get it done!
Join us on:
💦 Wednesday, May 13th
💦 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
💦 City Hall; Crocker Street Ent8:00 prance
🏆 Everyone who registers that evening will be entered into a drawing to win a $25 concession stand coupon; two winners will be announced
Cash, check, or cards will be accepted. Prefer to plan ahead? You can find both an online and printable form on our website: cityofavoca.com/page/splash-aquatic-center
Get ready to make a splash this season! ☀️🌊
City Hall will be closed from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM today, May 6th.
Thank you for your understanding.
Thank you for your understanding.
🚨 OPEN HOUSE & STREET DANCE FUNDRAISER 🚨
You’re invited to tour Avoca Fire & Rescue's new Station! Bring the whole family during the day and enjoy:
• Lunch with hamburgers and hotdogs
• Hands-on kids’ crafts
• Fire trucks, ambulance & LifeNet on display
• Bounce house
• Plenty of family-friendly fun — and more!
Then that evening, keep the fun going and help support the department at their Street Dance Fundraiser:
• 🎶 Live entertainment by Aiden Mack Flathers at 7 PM
• 🍖 Dirty Pig BBQ Food Truck at 6 PM
• 🍕 Hungry Spartan Pizza Food Truck at 6 PM
• 💵 $10 cover per person
• 🍻 Alcohol provided by Fred’s & The Exchange
Come out, have fun, and support your local fire department; we can’t wait to see you there! 🚒🔥
You’re invited to tour Avoca Fire & Rescue's new Station! Bring the whole family during the day and enjoy:
• Lunch with hamburgers and hotdogs
• Hands-on kids’ crafts
• Fire trucks, ambulance & LifeNet on display
• Bounce house
• Plenty of family-friendly fun — and more!
Then that evening, keep the fun going and help support the department at their Street Dance Fundraiser:
• 🎶 Live entertainment by Aiden Mack Flathers at 7 PM
• 🍖 Dirty Pig BBQ Food Truck at 6 PM
• 🍕 Hungry Spartan Pizza Food Truck at 6 PM
• 💵 $10 cover per person
• 🍻 Alcohol provided by Fred’s & The Exchange
Come out, have fun, and support your local fire department; we can’t wait to see you there! 🚒🔥
Pool Passes are now available!
Stop by City Hall Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM to sign up and purchase yours.
Prefer to plan ahead? You can find both an online and printable form on our website: cityofavoca.com/page/splash-aquatic-center
Get ready to make a splash this season!
Regular, everyday laughter can release stress, bolster the immune system, improve mood, and more. And that’s something to celebrate! This World Laughter Day, you might want to:
• Watch a funny movie or TV show
• Go to a comedy show
• Tell jokes or make up your own
• Host a game night with friends
• Have a funny photoshoot
However you mark the occasion, spread joy to those around you!
• Watch a funny movie or TV show
• Go to a comedy show
• Tell jokes or make up your own
• Host a game night with friends
• Have a funny photoshoot
However you mark the occasion, spread joy to those around you!
View May's E-Newsletter now: https://bit.ly/4n4yKQf
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