May 28, 2020
Effective June 1, 2020, city parks (including playground equipment and skate park) will be open for use by individuals and small groups of less than 10 people. The City continues to encourage the practice of social distancing when utilizing the parks of Webster City. The emphasis on enforcement of groups of 10 or more in the parks will continue.
The restrooms located within the parks will remain closed until further notice, no shelter reservations will be accepted at this point.
We appreciate your patience while these necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of our citizens and staff which is critical to mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact: Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at 515-832-9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com.
May 28, 2020
Fuller Hall Reopening June 1, 2020
Summer Hours 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekdays (closed weekends)
Faculties Usage 50% Capacity for exercise purposes only
People 18 and older may use the facilities until further notice
Fuller Hall reapertura el 1 de junio de 2020
Horario de verano de 6 a.m. a 6 p.m. Entre semana (fines de semana cerrados)
Uso de facultades 50% Capacidad solo para ejercicio
Las personas mayores de 18 años pueden usar las instalaciones hasta nuevo aviso
No hay fiestas, clases, reuniones grupales o eventos sociales en este momento.
No niños hasta nuevo aviso.
Cuando entre y salga del edificio, use una cubierta para la cara o algo mejor si lo tiene. Considere usar una cubierta para la cara durante su entrenamiento.
Si está enfermo, quédese en casa. Si tiene temperatura, quédese en casa. Si alguien en su casa está enfermo, quédese en casa. Si tiene alergias y no puede controlar los estornudos, quédese en casa.
Utilice el distanciamiento social al registrarse en la recepción y respete la distancia / espacio personal de los clientes en cualquiera de las áreas.
Cualquier reunión con los empleados debe programarse con anticipación y debe usar máscaras faciales.
No reunirse en grupos en ninguna de las áreas.
Planifique previamente su rutina de ejercicios para evitar quedarse / socializar con otros.
Limite los artículos tocados dentro de las áreas de entrenamiento y desinfecte con los suministros provistos cuando termine.
No se permiten ventiladores en ninguna de las áreas de entrenamiento.
Cardio Room 6 personas:
1. Use estaciones de lavado de manos antes y después
2. Desinfecte después del uso limpiando el equipo que utilizó
Sala de pesas 6 personas:
Lo mismo que Cardio Room
Se han colocado y extendido bicicletas estáticas en la sala Sampson y la sala de juegos, los usuarios que usan el equipo deben mantener una distancia de 6 pies. Limpie antes y después de usted con el desinfectante colocado por el equipo.
Gimnasio, no se permiten juegos de contacto, se han guardado todos los balones de baloncesto, 1 o 2 personas pueden traer su propio baloncesto solo para lanzar canastas. Puedes hacer ejercicio en el gimnasio usando distanciamiento social.
Sala de juegos cerrada
Canchas de racquetball cerradas
Piscina cerrada hasta nuevo aviso
Todas las fuentes de agua potable han sido puestas fuera de servicio, y se anima a los clientes a traer su propia agua.
Recuerde los requisitos de distanciamiento social en los vestuarios.
Limpie todas las manijas y perillas antes y después de tocar con las toallitas desinfectantes proporcionadas.
May 28, 2020
On Monday, June 1, 2020, all offices located at City Hall in Webster City will be open by appointment only.
Most services can be handled online or over the telephone and residents are strongly encouraged to continue to use those options until further notice.
Utility Office – (515)- 832-9141
Please remember the following can be handled without coming into City Hall. If you need to contact the office, please call the office at (515)-832-9141.
Payments including Utility, Permits and Accounts Receivable – drop box, mail or online at Xpress Bill Pay (xpressbillpay.com or use the link on the City’s web page at webstercity.com), at this point the service fee continues to be waived.
Transfer or Termination of Service – call office at (515)-832-9141
New Service – call office at (515)-832-9141
We encourage you to call as soon as you know you will be moving for deposit information as well as completing the application form.
Rebates – forms can be found on the home page of our website (webstercity.com) – mail or use drop box on west side of building to return the application, copy of receipt and energy star verification if applicable
If you are using the drop box, please do not fold envelopes to fit unless you call to tell staff beforehand. The drop box is meant for regular-sized envelopes and can get jammed easily to the point of other items are not able to pass through.
Public Works, Zoning & Inspection – (515)-832-9139
Please remember the following can be handled without coming into City Hall, please give us a call, (515)-832-9139.
City Manager’s Office – (515)-832-9151
For residents who believe they must visit City Hall, please call the appropriate number listed above to see if an appointment should be scheduled. Most service requests can be handled without having to physically come into City Hall. If not, an appointment time will be established and the following guidelines will apply:
Citizen and staff health and safety continue to be our number one priority. Please do not enter City Hall if you are experiencing any of the following flu-like/respiratory symptoms:
In keeping with the Governor’s public health proclamation, vulnerable persons, including those with preexisting medical conditions and those older than 65 should continue to limit their activities outside of their home, including visits to City Hall for any purpose.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep you and our staff safe and healthy.
El lunes 1 de junio de 2020, todas las oficinas ubicadas en el Ayuntamiento de Webster City estarán abiertas solo con cita previa.
La mayoría de los servicios se pueden manejar en línea o por teléfono y se recomienda a los residentes que sigan usando esas opciones.
Oficina de utilidades – 832-9141
Recuerde que lo siguiente puede manejarse sin entrar al Ayuntamiento, llámenos al 832-9141.
Pagos, incluidos servicios públicos, permisos y cuentas por cobrar: buzón, correo o en línea en Xpress Bill Pay (xpressbillpay.com o use el enlace en la página web de la ciudad en webstercity.com), en este punto, la tarifa de servicio continúa sin pagar
Transferencia o Terminación del Servicio – llame a la oficina al 832-9141
Nuevo servicio – llame a la oficina al 832-9141 – lo alentamos a que llame tan pronto como sepa que se mudará para obtener información sobre depósitos, así como para completar el formulario de solicitud
Reembolsos: los formularios se pueden encontrar en la página de inicio de nuestro sitio web (webstercity.com): envíe por correo o utilice el buzón en el lado oeste del edificio para devolver la solicitud, copia del recibo y la verificación de Energy Star, si corresponde
Le preguntamos si usa el buzón, no dobla los sobres para que quepan, a menos que llame para avisar al personal de antemano: el buzón está destinado a sobres de tamaño normal y puede atascarse hasta el punto de que otros artículos no pasen.
Obras públicas, zonificación e inspección – 932-9139
Recuerde que lo siguiente se puede manejar sin entrar al Ayuntamiento, llámenos al 832-9139.
Oficina del administrador de la ciudad – 832-9151
Para los residentes que creen que deben visitar el Ayuntamiento, llame al número correspondiente arriba, es probable que podamos ayudarlo sin que tenga que venir al Ayuntamiento. De lo contrario, se establecerá una cita y se aplicarán las siguientes pautas:
La salud y la seguridad de los ciudadanos y el personal siguen siendo nuestra prioridad número uno. No ingrese al ayuntamiento si tiene alguno de los siguientes síntomas respiratorios o similares a los de la gripe:
De acuerdo con la proclamación de salud pública del Gobernador, las personas vulnerables, incluidas aquellas con afecciones médicas preexistentes y las personas mayores de 65 años deben continuar limitando sus actividades fuera de su hogar, incluidas las visitas al Ayuntamiento por cualquier motivo.
Gracias por su comprensión y cooperación mientras trabajamos para mantenerlo a usted y a nuestro personal seguros y saludables.
May 19, 2020
The City-Wide Cleanup Day will be likely be held a little later in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenge of rescheduling and finding an alternate location.
Usually held in early June at the Webster City Middle School parking lot, the City Council of Webster City decided Monday night to push the event to a later date.
The council discussed moving the event to August or September, but with school likely starting in August, the event might have to be moved to a different drop off spot.
“I’d prefer to push it back,” said Councilman Brian Miller. “We can always find a different spot if we have to.”
“I think September sounds good to me,” said Councilman Matt McKinney.
Mayor John Hawkins suggested the event could be moved to the area behind the Elks building, but street department officials suggested that could interfere with the truck route.
Another idea suggested was to use Nokomis Park parking lot and baseball diamonds.
The council decided to continue discussions on a date and location.
The transition plan to get the city offices back open was also discussed.
The plan outlines that the street, line and public grounds departments will return to work in teams on a staggered schedule. The water and wastewater plant crews will remain at the assigned plant to limit exposure as must as possible. Break times will not be taken together, and disinfecting processes will be in full force, according to the plan.
Police department dispatch will remain on the 7-days on, 7-days off schedule and will re-evaluate the schedule prior to June 1. The recreation department will continue a rotation and will also re-evaluate prior to June 1.
The administrative offices will continue a rotation basis, with individuals working from home on their “out of office rotation,” and will re-evaluate before June 1.
All the departments and buildings will remain closed to the public. According to city officials, that will be the last phase of reopening and will be based on the circumstances at the time.
The council also heard a proclamation declaring Monday, May 25 as Memorial Day in Webster City. American Legion Commander Rich Stroner told the council that the traditional Memorial Day services will not be held in person. A ceremony will be broadcast at 11 a.m. on KQWC radio, followed by a parade of vehicles with flags around the community.
View this article as it originally appeared in the Daily Freeman-Journal.
May 19, 2020
All of Webster City’s city parks will open again for use by the public at noon Tuesday, May 19, as part of the eased restrictions for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Area residents will find that there are still a few restrictions in place and not all areas will be available for use.
The Webster City City Council discussed the openings last night during its regular meeting held via Zoom and broadcast on Facebook Live.
City Manager Jeff Sheridan said consistent with Gov. Kim Reynolds’ proclamations, park playgrounds will remain closed until further notice. The skate park will also remain closed as will the restrooms at West Twin Park and Brewer Creek Park. Sheridan also said that there will be no park shelter rentals until further notice.
Sheridan said he had received questions about the disk golf course at Brewer Creek Park. Since the course is part of the park grounds, the disk golf would be open for use, provided the participants practice good social distancing, according to the city manager.
A decision on the opening of the outdoor pool will not be made until at least June 1, he added.
Fuller Hall will likely reopen sometime in June, he said.
“As you may know, city staff has take the opportunity provided by the closure of Fuller Hall to complete painting and other much needed maintenance that could not have been done while the facility was open,” he said in a memo to the council. “That work is expected to be completed sometime in early June.”
Sheridan said Fuller Hall would likely reopen the workout room first for adults only and for a limited number of people at a time.
“After that, if circumstances allow, the rest of the facility will be reopened, most likely at a reduced capacity,” according to Sheridan.
View this article as it originally appeared in the Daily Freeman-Journal.
May 18, 2020
The City of Webster City would like to inform all persons that the Memorial Day Service at Graceland Cemetery on Monday, May 25, 2020, will be canceled due to COVID-19 and social distancing restrictions.
Please direct any questions to Graceland Cemetery at (515) 832-9125.
April 7, 2020
At the City Council meeting on April 6, 2020, the Council chose to modify the closure of the City-owned trails as part of closing City Parks, restrooms and parking lots in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Effective immediately, the trails are open for use by individuals and small groups of less than 10 people. The City continues to encourage the practice of social distancing when utilizing the trails. The emphasis on enforcement of groups of 10 or more on the trails will continue. The rest of the parks, all playground equipment and restrooms will remain closed until further notice.
We appreciate your patience while these necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of our citizens and staff which is critical to mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact: Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at 515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com.
April 2, 2020
After consulting with the Hamilton County Public Health Department, effective immediately, all City of Webster City parks are closed. This includes the park restrooms and playgrounds. This action is due to the COVID-19 virus pandemic.
We appreciate your patience while these necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of our citizens and staff which is critical to mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact:
Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at 515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com.
April 5, 2020
On 4/5/2020 Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) reported a positive case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Hamilton County. This individual is currently self-isolating at home.
While this is Hamilton County’s first case, it most likely will not be the last. “We continue to urge all residents to make prevention a priority by following these measurers.” said Hamilton County Public Health Administrator Shelby Kroona MPH BSN.
• Washing hands frequently with soap and water for a least 20 seconds each time.
• Covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow/upper arm.
• Staying home when ill.
• Limit contact with other individuals.
Approximately 80% of Iowans infected with COVID-19, will experience only a mild to moderate illness. Most mildly ill Iowans do not need to go to their healthcare provider or be tested to confirm they have COVID-19. Sick Iowans must stay home and isolate themselves from others in their house. You should continue to isolate yourself until all of the following are met:
• You have had no fever for at least 72 hours (that is three full days of no fever without the use of medicine that reduces fevers)
• other symptoms have improved (for example, when your cough or shortness of breath has improved)
• At least 7 days have passed since your symptoms first appeared.
If you think you may need healthcare, call first. Your provider can assess whether you need to be seen in the office or if you can recover at home. There may also be options for you to talk to a medical provider from home using technology.
For up-to-date information on COVID-19, visit the IDPH webpage at
https://idph.iowa.gov/Emerging-Health-Iss…/Novel-Coronavirus and follow the department on Facebook at @IowaDepartmentOfPublicHealth..
“The Hamilton County Board of Supervisors, Hamilton County Board of Public Health, Emergency Management, Sheriff, and Van Diest Medical Center will continue to hold conference calls to update all parties of current developments and needs.” said Shelby Kroona, Hamilton County Public Health Director and Public Information Officer.
Respectively Submitted,
Shelby Kroona, Hamilton County Public Health Director Duane Hendrickson, Board Chair
515-832-9565/shelbyk@hamiltoncountypublichealth.com Hamilton County Board of Public Health
Public Information Officer (PIO)
April 2, 2020
Due to the COVID-19 virus pandemic and subsequent staffing changes, the city-wide hydrant flushing scheduled to begin next week on April 6th has been indefinitely delayed.
We appreciate your patience while these necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of our citizens and staff which is critical to mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact:
Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at 515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com.
March 31, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 virus, the City of Webster City facilities are closed to the general public including the Inspection Department at City Hall. Building Inspection Services has outlined the following guidelines to assist builders and developers in limiting interactions in the field during this time.
PERMITS: All permit applications are available online and applications continue to be required to be submitted electronically. You can find all the permit applications for Building and Trade Permits on the City website.
BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES: Building Inspection services will continue, with some restrictions in place to protect the safety of the public, our builder and contractor partners, and our employees.
General guidelines for all inspections:
No Modifications: Inspections that will occur as normal:
Modifications: Inspections that will be adjusted for public safety:
We want all our citizens, staff, contractors and developers to get through this difficult time while still making positive progress in our community. Stay safe and please follow the recommendations established by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Hamilton County Health Department.
March 24, 2020
Effective immediately, the Utility Office will not be mailing out late payment notices, delivery of disconnect slips nor will we be disconnecting water or electric service for non-payment until further notice. In addition, the 1.5% penalty assessed for late payment will be waived until further notice.
The City is putting these procedures in place to help the residents and businesses that may be experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 virus. It is important to note that the bill amounts are not being forgiven.
We are encouraging customers to call the Utility Office at 832-9141 if they are in a hardship to work with the office and to set up a payment plan.
Until further notice, the City is also limiting employee exposure and are not permitting them to enter homes unless an emergency.
We appreciate your patience while these necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of our citizens and staff which is critical to mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact:
Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at 515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com.
March 24, 2020
In an effort to respond to the current COVID-19 circumstances, as well as to be prepared should the situation worsen, effectively immediately the City Public Works Department has been divided into two teams which will alternate two weeks on and two weeks off, sheltering in place. Public Safety will continue to operate under a regular schedule. City Hall staff are also divided into two teams and will rotate on a one week in the office, one week out except for the City Manager.
We appreciate your patience while these necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of our citizens which is critical to mitigating the spread of the Coronavirus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact;
Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at 515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com.
March 18, 2020
To support the Governor’s Proclamation of Disaster Emergency pursuant to Iowa Code sections 29C.6, 135.140, and 135.144, the Iowa Department of Public Safety and Iowa Department of Public Health are providing the following guidance in the enforcement of this order.
The Proclamation contains a number of orders issued by the Governor in conjunction with the Department of Public Health, including orders related to the closure of:
• All restaurants and bars. Food or beverages may continue to be sold if delivered to customers off the premises or if such food or beverages are promptly taken from the premises, such as by carry-out or drive-through services.
• All fitness centers, health clubs, health spas, gyms, and aquatic centers.
• All theaters or other performance venues at which live performances or motion pictures are shown.
• All casinos or other facilities conducting pari-mutuel wagering or gaming operations.
• All facilities that conduct adult day services or other senior citizen centers.
It further prohibits social, community, spiritual, religious, recreational, leisure, and sporting gatherings and events of more than 10 people. This includes parades, festivals, conventions, and fundraisers.
March 17, 2020
Today, Governor Reynolds issued a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency, mandating that effective Noon today, March 17, 2020, and continuing until 11:59 p.m. on March 31, 2020, all restaurants and bars are hereby closed to the general public except that to the extent permitted by applicable law, and in accordance with any recommendations of the Iowa Department of Public Health, food and beverages may be sold if such food or beverages are promptly taken from the premises, such as on a carryout or drive-through basis, or if the food or beverage is delivered to customers off the premises.
In an effort to support our local restaurants in meeting these new requirements, the City of Webster City is accepting requests from establishments to install temporary signs reserving up to two parking spots for pickup/takeout service. To request signs, please call the City Manager’s Office at (515) 832-9151.
We appreciate your patience while necessary actions are taken to protect the health and safety of all Iowans and which are critical to mitigating the spread of the virus.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact:
Jeff Sheridan, City Manager
515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com
March 17, 2020
METHODS OF PAYING YOUR UTILITY BILL IF YOU CANNOT PAY AT THE COUNTER:
You may call the city office at 515-832-9141 to speak with a staff member to help with the process. Staff hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Your banking institution should have an online option called bill pay. Call or go to their website for more information.
TO ADD, REMOVE OR CHANGE UTILITY SERVICE – Call 515-832-9141
Due to COVID-19 outbreak the following departments will be locked and not open to the public. If you need assistance, please call:
Police Department: 911 for emergency, non-emergency 515-832-9166
Fire Department: 911 for emergency, non-emergency 515-832-9131
Line Department: 515-832-9159 or 515-297-1307
Street Department: 515-832-9123 or 515-297-1620
Wastewater Plant: 515-832-9185
Water Plant: 515-832-9146
March 16, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the Webster City Police Department is announcing changes in their daily operations during the duration of City Hall’s closing. The Police Department will continue to provide services to the community while taking precautions to keep their staff safe.
Effectively immediately, the following changes will go into effect:
• Both the north and south entrances to the Police Department lobby will be closed. If an individual needs to speak with an officer, they are to call the Police Department business line at 515-832-9166. Every effort will be made to handle the matter over the telephone. In the event the matter can’t be handled over the phone, an appointment will be made for an officer to meet the individual at the Police Department.
• Payments of fees and fines are to placed in the Utility Office Drop Box on the west side of the City Hall building. Payments will not be accepted at the Police Department window.
• Fingerprint services will be suspended while City Hall is closed.
• Prescription drug collection and drop off will be suspended while City Hall is closed.
The Police Department wants to clarify that the only changes in their daily operations will be those conducted one-on-one at City Hall. There will be no disruption in safety services being provided to the community as officers and staff will remain on duty twenty-four hours a day, seven days a weekMarch.
March 16, 20202
In response to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Webster City is making the following changes effective immediately;
• City Hall will be closed to the public. All utility and other City payments may be made to the drop box located on the west side of City Hall.
• Fuller Hall will be closed at least until April 20th.
• All City operations, buildings and locations are also closed to the public. Please contact by phone or email your questions, issues or concerns.
• All City boards and commission meetings are canceled until further notice. Meetings may be scheduled to be held via phone or virtual meeting platform.
• All City staff work-related out of town travel is canceled.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact:
Jeff Sheridan, City Manager at
515 832 9151 or citymanager@webstercity.com
For up-to-date information regarding the Coronavirus, please click on one of the following links:
Iowa Department of Public Health
Hamilton County Public Health
Center for Disease Control and Prevention
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