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PUBLIC WORKS HELP WANTED:  The City of Manning is seeking to hire a Public Works Employee to join a team of four that is responsible for city streets, alleys, sidewalks, water, wastewater, rec center maintenance, cemetery maintenance, and park maintenance.  Ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work without close supervision and exercise sound judgement in decision-making.  Must have good verbal communication skills.  Mechanical or Construction background preferred.  Must be able to obtain CDL within 90 days and other certifications within two years (training provided).  Minimal nights/weekends required.  Starting salary DOQ.  Employees enjoy 100% single or family health and dental insurance paid, Paid Time Off, holidays, IPERS, and many other benefits.  Pre-employment drug testing required.  Employee must live within a 15-minute drive time. Applications are available here.  Full job description here. 

Submit to:  City Hall,  ATTN: Public Works Department, 321 Center Street Manning, IA  51455 or dawn@manningia.com.  Call Justin at 712-210-4628 with questions.  The position will be filled as soon as possible.  EOE

HILLSIDE SPLASH ALUMNI CHALLENGE!  

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Join the Challenge! Manning alumni and IKM-Manning alumni are competing for a chance to win a private pool party for themselves, their spouses, and their kids/grandkids! Two classes will win:
   *The class with the highest participation rate
   *The class with the highest dollar amount raised

The winning classes will be recognized on the donor wall along with any individual donations of $1000 or more.  

The competition is open until May 1!  Donate today at City Hall or donate online starting the first week of December.  Check back here for a link.


Want to follow the progress?  Get updates at:  www.facebook.com/HillsideSplash

If you've already donated and want your donation to count for a class, just call 712-655-2176 or email kathy@manningia.com 

NOW ACCEPTING EMERGENCY LOAN APPLICATIONS  

Emergency Loan Application


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MANNING CITY HALL
321 Center Street
Manning, IA  51455
712-655-2176
CITY DEPARTMENTS
  • Council, Mayor, and Boards
  • Emergency Services: Police, Fire, Ambulance
  • City Parks
  • Timmerman Shelter House
  • Kerkhoff Shelter House - Trestle Park
  • Recreation Center 
  • Public Library 
  • City Cemetery
    Historic Preservation Commission
        MAINTENANCE & UTILITIES:
  • City Streets
  • Trash & Recycling
  • Water & Waste Water (Sewer)
  • Manning Municipal Utilities
    • Light Plant
    • Natural Gas
    • MMCTSU (Communications)
CARROLL COUNTY WEBSITE  

Commonly Requested Forms-Policies

  • Building Permit Application
  • Central Business District Building Permit
  • Utility Service Application
  • Automatic Withdrawal Form--utilities
  • Peddler/Solicitor Permit Application
  • Shelter House (Timmerman) Rental Agreement
  • Pet License Application
  • Zoning Ordinances
  • Job Application

Didn't find what you were looking for?  
Contact City Hall at 712-655-2176

Commonly Requested Ordinances

  •  Junk and Junk Vehicles
  • Outside Parking & Storage of Vehicles
  • Animal Protection and Control
  • Dog and Cat Licenses
  • Dangerous and Vicious Animals
  • Property Maintenance
  • Sidewalk Regulations
  • ATV and Off-Road Vehicles 
  • Bicycle Regulations
  • Central Business District Improvement
  • Building Permits​
  • Protection of Public Water Wells

UPCOMING BUDGET INFO

Approved FY21-22 Budget
FY21-22 Proposed Budget Hearing Information

FY21-22 Proposed Property Tax Levy Hearing Info

ARCHIVED BUDET INFO

FY20-21 Budget Hearing Information

Fiscal Year Budgets

20-21 FY Budget
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Planning for the future:  Many volunteer hours went into creating a plan for the community for the future.  It addresses current resources as well as identifies some future needs of Manning for the next 5, 10, and 20+ years. 

A copy of the 2017 Comprehensive Plan is available here.

Manning City Hall is here to help!  Whether starting a business, moving to town, finding out more information, or trying to get a law changed, City Hall can help

ONLINE BILL PAY!

Pay any of your utility bills here:  electric/water/sewer, natural gas, or communications! 



CLICK HERE TO PAY YOUR BILLS

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Reminder:  Be sure to select which bill you're paying when you make your payment.  
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Fees will apply for all echeck, debit and credit card transactions.
​For FREE auto withdrawal options please stop in or call the utility office.

Having trouble with online bill pay or want more information?
  Call 712-655-3905.

CITY ADMINISTRATION

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CITY ADMINISTRATOR / CLERK
Dawn Meyer  |  dawn@manningia.com

Dawn started with the City in 2007 as Deputy City Clerk for about six months, was City Clerk for three years, and has been City Clerk/Administrator since 2011.  She enjoys the challenges that come with working with City Government.  Her favorite aspects of the job include grant writing, public interaction, and community development.

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DEPUTY CITY CLERK
Kathy Schwaller  |  kathy@manningia.com

Kathy and her family moved to Manning in 1992.  In October of 2019, she began working for the City of Manning as the Deputy City Clerk.  She enjoys the many different facets of the position.  Serving the public has always been a favorite part of any position she has held.

LIBRARY, PARKS AND RECREATION, CEMETERY, MUNICIPAL HOUSING

CITY OF MANNING,  PUBLIC LIBRARY  |  webpage
310 Main Street, Manning, IA  51455  |  712-655-2260
Linda Muhlbauer, Director  | library@manningia.com

Extensively remodeled in 2008 and part of the inter-library loan program.  The library features an inviting kid's section, four public computers with internet access, wifi access, public fax and copy machines, and two meeting rooms.  You can also check out e-books at Manning Library. 

CITY OF MANNING, PARKS & REC CENTER OFFICE  |  webpage
702 6th Street, Manning, IA 51455  |712-655-3861
Cory Arp, Director  |  cory@manningia.com

The Parks and Rec Department oversees the City Park, the Warren Timmerman Shelter House, the Rec Center, and multiple youth and adult recreation programs.  The newest project includes implementing a trail system in town.


MANNING CITY CEMETERY  | webpage
South on Center Street  |  712-655-2176
Kathy Schwaller, Deputy City Clerk  |  kathy@manningia.com

The Manning City Cemetery is located south on Center Street.  There are currently over 10,000 spaces and have been over 3,000 burials at the City cemetery in the last 100+ years.  

CITY OF MANNING, MANNING MUNICIPAL HOUSING AGENCY  
Terrace Apartments Office, 421 Center Street, Manning, IA 51455  
Dawn Lorenzen, Director |  terrace@mmctsu.com  | 712-655-2155

The Manning Municipal Housing Agency owns and operates the Terrace apartments, a 24-unit apartment complex.

MANNING COMMUNITY GARDENS
Southwest of City Ball Diamonds, access through alley on South Main
Kathy Schwaller  |  kathy@manningia.com  |  712-655-2176

Plots are available to rent from the city for $20 which includes tilling and on-site water.  Community Garden Agreement Form

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Questions? Call City Hall: 712-655-2176 
or Email Us: cityofmanning@manningia.com