Who do I call to get my Utilities hooked up?

Emmetsburg Municipal Utilities provides gas, water, and sewer services to Emmetsburg.  Call 712-852-2550 or fax  712-852-3744.  Visit http://www.emmetsburgutilities.com/  for more information.

Who do I call to get my Electricity hooked up?

MidAmerican Energy provides electrical services to Emmetsburg.  For Customer Service call 1-888-427-5632; for Gas Leaks, call 800-595-5325; for Power Outages/Wires down, call 800-799-4443.  For more information visit www.midamericanenergy.com/html/contact1.asp

Where can I get a standard telephone or cell phone hookup?

Iowa Telecom at http://www.iowatelecom.com/contactus/
Customer Service:  1-877-901-4692
Provides Internet and Telephone service.

U.S. Cellular® at http://www.uscellular.com/
Cell Service:  712-480-4444
Provides Internet & Cell Phone service

Midwest Wireless at http://www.midwestwireless.com
Customer Service:  712-852-2245
Provides Internet and Cell Phone service.

Where can I get an Internet hookup?

Iowa Telecom   at http://www.iowatelecom.com/contactus/
Customer Service:  1-877-901-4692
Provides Internet and Telephone service.

U.S. Cellular® at http://www.uscellular.com/
Internet Service:  712-480-4444
Provides Internet & Cell Phone service

MediaCom at http://www.mediacomcc.com 
Customer Service:  800-332-0245
Customer Service Fax:  515-246-1655
Online Tech support:  877-387-8087
Provides Cable TV and Cable Internet Service

Midwest Wireless at http://www.midwestwireless.com
Customer Service:  712-852-2245
Provides Internet and Cell Phone service.

Northwest Communications at http://www.ncn.net
Customer Service:  800-249-5251 or 712-776-2222
Provides Internet Service

What day is my garbage picked up?

The times vary with your location in Emmetsburg.  Call City Hall (852-4030) to determine the specific day of your pickup.

What day is my recycling picked up?

Recycling pickup is the first and third Wednesday of every month on the North side of Hwy 18.  It is picked up the first and third Thursday of every month on the South side of Hwy 18.

Where can I dispose of grass clippings, leaves, branches, etc.?

There is a Tree Dump at the Palo Alto County Transfer Station on 450th Ave. (852-2482)

What do I do with old furniture & appliances?

Large items such as furniture and appliances must be taken to the Palo Alto County Transfer Station on 450th Ave. (852-2482)

Who do I call if I want to dig on my property?

Call IOWA ONE CALL at 1-800-292-8989.  Call the toll free number at least 48 hours before digging.  The Utilities company will mark the location of underground lines.

Where do I pay for traffic tickets?

You pay your fines in the Clerk of Court’s Office on the 3rd floor of the Palo Alto County Courthouse at 11th and Broadway.

Where do I get marriage licenses and passports?

You can get marriage licenses and passports in the Recorder’s Office on the 2nd floor of the Palo Alto County Courthouse.

Where do I get vehicle titles, registrations, & license plates?

You can get motor vehicle registrations and related items in the Treasurer’s Office on the 2nd floor of the Palo Alto County Courthouse.

Where do I get a drivers license?

You can get your new or renewed driver’s license in the Treasurer’s Office on the 2nd floor of the Palo Alto County Courthouse.

Where do I pay my property taxes?

You can pay your property taxes in the Treasurer’s Office on the 2nd floor of the Palo Alto County Courthouse.

Where do I go to vote?

To determine which Ward you vote in and where, call the Auditor’s Office in the Palo Alto County Courthouse at 11th and Broadway (712-852-2924).    
All 4 Wards in the city of Emmetsburg vote at the Election Center which is located at 1302 South Broadway, across from Food Pride grocery store.

Where do I register to vote?

To register to vote, go to the Auditor’s Office in the Palo Alto County Courthouse at 11th and Broadway or call (712-852-2924).    
This web address will allow you to register online:  https://ssl.capwiz.com/congressorg/e4/nvra/. 

Where do I find out more about the Wellness Center?

You can call 712-852-5311 or visit their website at http://www.emmetsburg.com/attractions/wellness-about.htm or http://www.iowalakes.edu/smithwellnesscenter/

Where do I find the public library?

The Emmetsburg Public Library is located in the same building as the Smith Wellness Center at Iowa Lakes Community College on the north end of town.  The public and college libraries are joined together in one room, but they have separate areas, along with a Computer Lab. 

Is there a Dinner Date program or Senior Center in Emmetsburg?

Yes.  The Multipurpose Senior Center is located at 2008 11th St.   It provides the Dinner Date meals Monday through Friday and provides a social environment for senior citizens. Call for dinner reservations at 712-852-3350. 

What medical facilities does Emmetsburg have?

The Palo Alto County Hospital is an excellent medical facility located on First Street in the northwest corner of Emmetsburg.  The PACH serves the entire area with its new and modern facilities, the Family Practice Clinic with superb doctors, and access to specialists who come to Emmetsburg.  Call 712-852-5500 for information.

Is there a listing of Emmetsburg businesses?

For a complete listing of businesses in Emmetsburg, click here.

Where can I find information on available housing?

Emmetsburg has several Real Estate businesses that will be glad to help you locate housing.

What schools are in Emmetsburg?

Who offers professional medical services in Emmetsburg?

For a complete listing of businesses in Emmetsburg, click here.