Clarke County Organizations Partner to Offer Rain Barrel Workshop for Local Community Members

On April 15, 2024   /   Health & Wellness, Your News   /   Leave a comment
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Water and conservation have been hot topics across Iowa over the recent months. To help the Clarke County and Osceola community up their water conservation efforts, Clark County Hospital, along with Clarke County Conservation and Clarke County Extension put on a Rain Barrel Workshop to help concerned citizens learn how to recycle rain water …

Check out the latest release and video with tips on constructing your own rain barrel system… it also has a discount offer for rain barrel supplies!

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Osceola Water Works – Breaking Down Your Osceola Utility Bill

On February 14, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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After recent conversations the team at Osceola Water Works had some of their customers, there was the realization that there is still some confusion on the breakout of the utility bill they administer. While the bill customers receive includes fees for Water, Sewage, and Garbage, rates and management for the water portion is the sole responsibility of the Osceola Water Works. Any other utility rates and/or service management fees are controlled through the City of Osceola.

To help, they’ve provided a more detailed breakout with additional information on the Osceola utility bill…

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Encouraging Osceola to Think of Bottled Water as Conservation Measure

On December 13, 2023   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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While recent community water conservation measures have shown daily water use averages down and the dropping levels in West Lake slowing, the Osceola Water Works Board, City, and Clarke County EMA are encouraging water customers to consider implementing a bottled water routine for their daily water consumption needs.

To read more, click through to the latest update …

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Dry Spring Raises Osceola Water Concerns

On July 3, 2023   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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With less-than-expected rainfall through this Spring and forecasts of a dry Summer ahead, the Osceola Water Works Board is concerned about the available water supply in West Lake. In their July meeting the board will be discussing the Water Conservation Plan and what will need to be done to assure safe and abundant water for the customers.

Click through to read the latest updates for Osceola water conservation…

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Updated Strategies to Increase Osceola Water Quality and Savings

On April 26, 2023   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Osceola Water Works recently changed out the carbon filter material in the water treatment plant in hopes of improving water quality and to increase savings on future treatment for the community.

Click through to the latest feature to read more about the updates and how they could impact your water bill…

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Osceola Water Board Increases Conservation Plan to ‘Water Warning’ Level

On November 29, 2022   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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The Osceola Water Works Board recently raised the Osceola Water Conservation Plan Level to a Water Warning. With current drought conditions and little relief in sight, the Board wanted to make sure the community is aware of the warning level. Click through to the latest feature for more details on their decision, what it means for water restrictions and potential penalties for violation.

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2020 Challenges Motivate Osceola Water Works Team For 2021 Progress

On December 30, 2020   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Osceola Water Works (OWW) and the customers they serve faced a number of unprecedented challenges in 2020. While it was understandably a tough year, there were also a number of positives to look back on as 2021 planning starts. The weather at the start of the year

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Osceola Water Works Researching Plans for Improved Water Quality

On October 21, 2020   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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It seems to be an annual occurrence. As soon as the heat of late summer hits, surface water sources around the midwest become victims of algae blooms, causing treatment challenges for municipalities and water departments and giving citizens concern for their water quality. In Osceola’s West Lake,

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Clarke County Reservoir Project Engineering Reports Return with Added Costs

On September 24, 2020   /   CCDC, Your News  
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On September 17, the latest engineering report, including revised cost projections for the Clarke County Reservoir, was submitted to the Clarke County Reservoir Commission by HDR Engineering. With initial engineering and construction costs estimated in 2013 and after geotechnical research revealed numerous unforeseen challenges, the reservoir project

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Commercial Building Reopening Tips from CDC and Osceola Water Works

On May 16, 2020   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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As the state of Iowa looks at reopening businesses after an extended COVID-19 shutdown, there are a number of preparation steps to be taken to ensure the safety of employees and customers. One thing that may not be top of mind for many people is the condition

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CCRC Moves to Final Stages with Reservoir Project Finish Line In Sight

On June 12, 2019   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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After decades of planning, studies, and hard work, the Clarke County Reservoir project is on schedule and ready to move on to its next phase. In the mid 1990s, a study was commissioned to evaluate the viability of a new, larger reservoir to meet the growing needs

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A Legacy of Local Leadership – Sandy Kale Steps Down as Commission Chair

On November 6, 2017   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Sandy Kale, Chairperson for the Clarke County Reservoir Commission since its inception, stepped down from the position in July. Brandon Patterson, Osceola Water Works Superintendent, was elected as the new CCRC Chairperson to complete the vision that began nearly 30 years ago. Sandy has spent much of

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NOTICE: Watch for Water Works Annual Treatment Change

On October 9, 2017   /   City of Osceola  
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Starting in October, Osceola Water Works will begin transitioning to winter maintenance and will be making a change in the water treatment process. While residents may notice a difference, there will be no cause for alarm. In early October, the water works department will begin their annual fire

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Osceola Growth Depends on the Clarke County Reservoir Project

On May 30, 2017   /   CCDC  
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In an effort to grow the city of Osceola and to draw more businesses and residents to Clarke County, the need for a safe, secure and sufficient water supply to sustain the area well into the future has become evident. With the current water supply, Osceola isn’t

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Public Hearing on Clarke County Reservoir Wednesday, October 26th

On October 25, 2016   /   CCDC  
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The Clarke County Reservoir Commission is holding a public hearing on Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30p.m at the Clarke County Fairgrounds. The public is invited to the open hearing to learn more about the project and its goals for serving Clarke County and the surrounding communities. According

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