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This Report contains important information regarding the water quality in our water system. The source of our water is groundwater and groundwater under the influence of surface water. 

 

Our water quality testing shows the following results:

 

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To view the PDF version of the 2026-2027 Proposed Tax Levy 

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This Report contains important information regarding the water quality in our water system. The source of our water is groundwater and groundwater under the influence of surface water. 

 

Our water quality testing shows the following results:

 

CLICK HERE

To view the PDF version of the 2025-2026 Proposed Tax Levy 

CLICK HERE

Job Announcement - Police Officer 

Humboldt is a growing community of 4,792 citizens located on the Des Moines River in North Central Iowa, offering ample employment opportunities, quality education, and medical facilities. Humboldt is a clean community, with wide streets, beautiful landscape, and a rich heritage. We are looking for Officers that want to join our community and our Police Department. The Police Department is a community focused service-driven, police department, committed to 21st Century Policing practices. The Humboldt Police Department strives to be Iowa’s Gold Standard for culture, professionalism, and training. The Humboldt Police Department officer is a positive role model, dedicated to excellence, and determined to support the goals, and mission of the department.

 

To apply for a City of Humboldt Police Officer Position:

 

Job Announcement: CLICK HERE

Application: CLICK HERE

 

Please return to the Chief of Police via email at -  jacob.miller@humboldtpd.com or in person at the Humboldt Police Department.

The Humboldt Police Department will have seven sworn academy-certified police officers. The Humboldt Police Department and the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department have a joint facility located on Sumner Ave and 5th Street.

This year the annual tree walk is going to be held at the Lifegate area. It will be held in the Quonset building to the South of the new church on Highway 169 North. The Tree walk starts on Friday November 24th and run thru Thursday December 25th. 8:00AM to 8:00PM everyday.

A Christmas Dinner will be held there among the trees on Christmas Day starting at noon. It will be a free will donation. 

City Offices will be closed Nov. 23rd & 24th in Observance of Thanksgiving.

Brush Pick Up - They will begin pickup on Monday October 9th, 2023. Brush is limited to branches up to 7 feet in length and 6 inches in diameter. They must be placed close to the curb and away from sign posts and other things that might hinder the pick up. Limited...

All city offices will be closed, Monday, September 4th in observance of Labor Day.

The City of Humboldt participates in the Heart of Iowa Regional Housing Trust Fund. Low-income residents may qualify for a $15,000 forgivable loan to complete home rehabilitation projects. For more information or to submit an application, please contact Ashly Edwards at (515) 576-4551 ext. 1253.