Avoca’s Utility Board is responsible for guiding the vision and strategy of the community’s essential public utilities. The board acts as a steward of resources, overseeing utility operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting transparency, reliability, and sustainability in service delivery. Board members are committed to acting in the best interests of customers, balancing operational needs with long-term planning and community welfare.
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.
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.
Avoca's Community Relations Coordinator, Cydney Shriver, was honored to be selected as the Iowa Foundation for Parks and Recreation's 2026 Spring Conference Trueblood Scholarship Recipient, which gave her the opportunity to participate in four days of networking, educational sessions, and celebrations with parks and recreation professionals from across the state at the Iowa Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA) Spring Conference in Sioux City the week of March 23rd.
"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.
"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.
Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday weekend! 🐰
Be sure to watch community businesses’ social media pages to verify holiday hours, as they may fluctuate.
Be sure to watch community businesses’ social media pages to verify holiday hours, as they may fluctuate.
Note this month's City Council Meeting will be held at the Avoca Public Library. 📚
🔗 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
🔗 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.
View April's E-Newsletter now: https://bit.ly/3QbvHch
Our e-newsletters are sent out via Avoca's Alert System and on social media at 6 AM on the first business day of each month. Sign-up here: bit.ly/4slJITp
Our e-newsletters are sent out via Avoca's Alert System and on social media at 6 AM on the first business day of each month. Sign-up here: bit.ly/4slJITp
You're invited! 📧 Avoca's City Council is hosting a special meeting tonight, March 31st as a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 Tax Levy.
🌐 View the agenda and packet items for tonight's meeting here: cityofavoca.com/page/agendas-minutes
🌐 View our government records at cityofavoca.com/page/government-records
🌐 View the agenda and packet items for tonight's meeting here: cityofavoca.com/page/agendas-minutes
🌐 View our government records at cityofavoca.com/page/government-records
What an exciting update to kick off the 2026 season! We are happy to share that the new restroom facilities near Hole 3, Hole 7, and the Tiki Hut has officially been completed.
A big thank you goes out to Martin Construction, McCarthy Trenching, and the additional subcontractors for all of their hard work and dedication in helping complete this project!
We would also like to thank Culture & Recreation Board members Dan Rold, Sean Christensen, and Chris Petersen for donating their time to reshingle the Tiki Hut. A special thank you to Chris for also serving as the project manager throughout this effort.
This improvement enhances the experience for both local golfers and visitors by providing modern, convenient amenities that support one of our community’s valued recreational assets.
📆 Avoca is full of events happening throughout the community in April! Be sure to watch socials and our websites for event information:
🌐 cityofavoca.com
🌐 avocamainstreet.com/calendar/
🌐 avoca.lib.ia.us/events
🌐 cityofavoca.com
🌐 avocamainstreet.com/calendar/
🌐 avoca.lib.ia.us/events
The Pottawattamie County Veterans Service Office will begin offering a Mobile Service Office beginning in April.
Find the proposed Tax Levy FY 2027 on our Official App or on website at cityofavoca.com/page/government-records.
Gear up for Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 23rd! ⛈🌪☔
On Tuesday, March 17th, at the City Council Meeting, Mayor Tom Bruck officially signed a proclamation declaring April 24, 2026, as the City of Avoca’s Arbor Day Celebration and Tree Planting Day. 🌳
We invite all residents, business owners, and visitors to join us as we celebrate this special occasion and the importance of trees in our community.
📍 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. 🌱
We invite all residents, business owners, and visitors to join us as we celebrate this special occasion and the importance of trees in our community.
📍 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. 🌱
It's officially spring! 🌷🌞
Avoca's annual Hotdog Open is back! We can't wait to see you back at the course.
• Team of four players
• $160 / team
• 18-hole best ball
• Max of 20 teams
There is only room for 20 teams, so be sure to register yours ASAP:
📲 Text 712-307-1301
💵 Pay via Venmo @avocacrc or by check at City Hall
• Team of four players
• $160 / team
• 18-hole best ball
• Max of 20 teams
There is only room for 20 teams, so be sure to register yours ASAP:
📲 Text 712-307-1301
💵 Pay via Venmo @avocacrc or by check at City Hall
🚫 Cart Use Update at the CountryView Golf & Grille:
Carts are not permitted at this time due to current course conditions. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to protect and preserve the course.
We’ll share updates as conditions improve, thank you for understanding!
Carts are not permitted at this time due to current course conditions. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to protect and preserve the course.
We’ll share updates as conditions improve, thank you for understanding!
Trash collection for this week has been moved to Saturday, March 21st. Please plan accordingly and have your items out and ready for pick-up. Thank you for your flexibility!
Applications due by Friday, March 20th to City Hall! ⏳ 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.
Avoca’s Culture & Recreation Board plays an important role in shaping the programs, activities, and spaces that bring our community together. Serving on the Board is a great way to share your ideas, represent residents, and help shape the future of Avoca. Board members also serve as a bridge between residents, local organizations, and city leadership to ensure that arts, culture, and recreation continue to thrive.
