The Iowa Northern Railway will be working on the railroad crossing on 4th Street SW starting Monday June 17, 2019. Work is expected to continue through Thursday, June 20, 2019. 4th Street SW will be closed to through traffic in the crossing area during this time.
Mosquito Spraying Scheduled
The City of Oelwein will spray for mosquitoes according to the following schedule. Spraying will begin at 8:00 P.M. and continue through the evening until the entire quadrant of town is sprayed.
Monday, June 17 Northwest
Tuesday, June 18 Northeast
Wednesday, June 19 Southeast
Thursday, June 20 Southwest
Friday, June 21 Rain/Weather Make-Up
Residents can call City Hall at (319) 283 5440 should they not want their property sprayed.
2018 Water Quality Report
The 2018 Water Quality Report is now available. This report contains important information regarding the quality of our water.
Help Wanted
The City of Oelwein is looking for a self-motivated individual to fill the full time position of Parks Assistant. Competitive wages and benefits. At least five years experience in the field is preferred with three years in a supervisory position. Requires regular attendance, outstanding work ethic, excellent communication skills, and familiarity dealing with the public. A job description can be found here. Resumes and job applications accepted through June 21, 2019 at Oelwein City Hall, 20 2nd Avenue SW, Oelwein, IA 50662, Attn: Joshua EEOC/AA
Swim Lesson Registrations Forms Available
City of Oelwein Parks Superintendent Joshua Johnson and Acquatics Center Manager Lisa Nolan has just released registration forms for Group Swimming Lessons. Private lessons are also available for children more comfortable with a one-on-one session.
Downtown Development Assistance Available
The City of Oelwein is providing forgivable loans for improving the downtown properties. These loans are five years in term and will be forgiven each year. Funding can range from $5,000 to$50,000. Any loan over $25,000 must include improvements for upper story housing. The city will have $75,000 to allocate annually. All downtown property owners are encouraged to apply. The full presentation can be viewed here.