Osceola’s Downtown Streetscape Project is nearing completion after delivering major infrastructure upgrades beneath the historic square, including modernized streets, parking, water, and wastewater systems. Discover how replacing century-old utilities is helping prepare downtown Osceola for the next generation of growth and revitalization.
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Thanks to a project replacing outdated and aging water meters, Osceola Water Works crew was alerted to an unusual spike in usage, and they were able to notify the customer who found and stopped a leak before damage could be done.
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The Osceola City Council recently approved a new three-home development by Parson Creek Company, LLC through the Osceola Housing Incentive (O-HI) Program. The project brings the total number of homes approved through the program to seven since its launch in 2025 and highlights ongoing efforts to expand affordable new housing opportunities in Osceola.
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Creating your own rain barrel to collect rainwater is relatively easy and can go a long way toward conserving water, reducing stormwater runoff into sewers, and lowering utility bills.
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A major mixed-use housing project proposed for Osceola’s town square was discussed at Osceola’s City Council meeting on the 5th. The project will bring much-needed 18–24 new residential units and new commercial space to the area.
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Although many areas across Iowa have seen a reduction in varying degrees of drought conditions due to April’s above-average rainfall, it’s important that Osceola residents continue practicing smart water usage as we head into the warmer months of summer.
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After decades of persistence, planning, and partnership, the Clarke County Reservoir Project has reached a defining moment in its journey toward securing a sustainable water source for Osceola and Clarke County. Project leaders have received confirmation from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Environmental Protection
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After the devastating 2024 tornado season, Osceola is taking action. City Council has approved funding to begin planning a community storm shelter—bringing new peace of mind to residents in the Warren Park area.
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A dry winter across the Midwest has contributed to widening drought concerns, but conservation now can help the community stay ahead of dry conditions in the future.
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Osceola Water Works has launched an important project to upgrade the community’s water treatment plant, the facility that turns water from West Lake into the clean, safe drinking water residents rely on every day.
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At the February meeting of the Osceola Water Works Board of Trustees, the Board discussed uncertain weather patterns along with the Seasonal Precipitation and Seasonal Temperature Outlooks. That uncertainty is exactly why preparation is so important and how, by staying mindful of water usage now, Osceola can reduce the risk of future shortages.
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Osceola is experiencing abnormally dry weather conditions, and the lack of consistent moisture in the soil can contribute to ground movement and settlement, putting pressure on the water pipes, making them susceptible to cracks and fractures.
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Osceola Water Works is taking steps to counteract the effects of a seasonal West Lake event called turnover that is temporarily causing a change in the odor and taste of Osceola’s tap water.
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The City of Osceola has reached a major milestone in expanding its community trail system with the completion of design and planning for a new trail extension over the I-35 bridge along Clay Street. With all federal grant documents finalized and signed, the project is officially positioned to move into its next phase
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Iowa is once again facing a cold snap, with low temperatures that can create serious challenges for homeowners and renters alike. With daytime highs well below freezing and nighttime lows dipping to single digits, the risk of frozen pipes and the costly damage they can cause increases dramatically.
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