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posted March 19, 2025
The campground at Greater Ottumwa Park is set to open March 24, 2025.
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posted March 17, 2025
Effective at 10 a.m. on March 17, 2025, Wapello County is under a burn ban until further notice.
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posted March 12, 2025
There will be a public hearing for the FY26 proposed property tax levy on April 1 at Bridge View Center.
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posted February 28, 2025
The Ottumwa/Wapello Landfill closed early on Friday, February 28, 2025.
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posted February 26, 2025
Lake Road is about to see some activity associated with utility marking, repairs, and reconstruction.
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posted February 11, 2025
Here are some update images for City Hall from February 7, 2025.
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Connect with Ottumwa's Government
Upcoming Meetings
Youth City Council Meeting
March 24, 2025
3:30 p.m.
Conference Room 8B
210 W. Main St.
Airport Advisory Board
March 25, 2025
1:30 p.m.
Airport Terminal
14802 Terminal St.
Water Works Board of Trustees
March 25, 2025
4:00 p.m.
Water Works
230 Turner Dr.
IF NEEDED - City Council Special Meeting
March 25, 2025
5:30 p.m.
Conference Room 8B
210 W. Main St.
Ottumwa, Iowa
Welcome to the city of Ottumwa, Iowa, located in Wapello County in the southeast region of the state. With a population of nearly 25,000, Ottumwa is a Main Street community with a revitalized downtown district, anchored by a Public Library, City Hall, and County Courthouse all part of the National Register of Historic Places.
