City of Graettinger - Small Town, Big Heart

The City of Graettinger would like to thank the Depyper and Ross family. Miranda, Al, Jen, Lane and Lauren you guys are amazing!! The new flowers and the landscaping look wonderful and we are so blessed that we have such amazing people in our community. If you would like to contribute to the pool please talk with Staci G. or Allyson T! We love our kids!!!!!

Citizens of Graettinger and the surrounding area have access to a zero-entry pool which is great for all ages. Come relax and enjoy the pool while your kids utilize the large twisting slide! This is a great addition for our community on those HOT summer days! Concessions are avaiable. Daily Hours 12-8 PM Daily Admission $5.00 Phone Number - (712) 859-3569

The City of Graettinger would like to remind everyone to please slow down while driving in town and be more aware of our fellow pedestrians and cyclists. The summer season can be extremely busy with all the kids around town, and we want to remind everyone to pay extra careful attention. Please also be responsible and remind our youth to pay attention to their surroundings and look both ways when crossing the street. Remember if you are on a bike you must follow all traffic signs. Golf carts may be operated upon the traveled portion of streets in the city by persons POSSESSING A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE. For any questions please feel free to call City Hall 712-859-3742. Thanks again

We would like to thank those of you that have taken the time to clean up your property! We appreciate your help in taking pride in our community and keeping our town clean. We would like to remind our neighbors about some common nuisances to address around town. Junk Vehicles: According to city ordinances, a junk vehicle is any motor vehicle or piece of machinery that is inoperable, such vehicles are considered a threat to the health and safety of the citizens and is a nuisance within the meaning of Section 657.1 of the Code of Iowa. If any junk or junk vehicle is kept upon private property in violation hereof, the owner of or person occupying the property upon which it is located shall be prima facie liable for said violation. The following characteristics are an example of junk and junk vehicle: Broken glass, Broken parts, flat or loose parts, habitat for animals or insects, defective or obsolete condition, said vehicle has not moved for 30days. Dogs are not to run at large. Vicious dogs are not allowed in the City and if your dog bites someone or is running at large you may be subject to medical bills for the injured party as well as fines from the City. If dogs are tied up, they need to be kept on your property not on public property (which includes sidewalks) or someone else’s property. Keep in mind even though you may know the animal, someone else may be intimidated by it. Also, a barking dog is considered a nuisance. This could be very bothersome to others that live in your neighborhood. The intent is not to serve fines but rather to make our community one that we can all be proud to live in and enjoy. If individuals comply no further action will need to be taken. If fines apply, the first offense is $750 and $1,000 for each day thereafter. Please contact City Hall at 712-859-3742 if you have any questions. Thank you! If you see a neighbor that needs help, please be kind. Graettinger Tree Dump is available for our residents of Graettinger. Garbage tags are available for additional bags you may have, they are $2.00 each and are needed for Harris Sanitation pickup. The tags can be purchased here at City Hall.

Pool closed today due to weather. We welcome the rain, but look forward to future sunny days.

The City of Graettinger received this letter from Senator Chuck Grassley today! How cool is that!! The city would like to thank everyone for all their help organizing this grant for the citizens of graettinger - the monies received will be used to help complete the Pickleball court and walking trails located at Citizens Park. Graettinger's Vision committee have been working hard to bring this project to life. Please check out the link below for more information about our AARP grant. https://www.facebook.com/aarpiowa/videos

Just a quick heads up—since we’ll be out celebratin’ the nation just like you this 4th of July, our office will be closed on July 4. But fear not—we will open back up and running on July 5 . However you’re celebrating, stay safe and don’t forget the reason for the season! Our drop off box is located outside main entrance if you need to return or drop off. Graettinger Library hours are Wednesday 9-12 and Thursday 9-5 - they will be closed this Friday 7/7. Please check out their website for more information https://www.graettinger.lib.ia.us/

A note from our friends at Harris Sanitation .........Harris Sanitation would like to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July! we will be running on the 4th of July in Graettinger and a normal schedule for all other routes this week.

Yeah for Graettinger!! ..... Please check out the link below for more information about our AARP grant. https://www.facebook.com/aarpiowa/videos

The City of Graettinger and the Graettinger Business Club would like to thank the PACGDC, Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation, for the matching funds grant we received for our new trash receptacles. This grant allowed us to purchase new trash receptacles for our city parks and shelter houses. Please remember shout out a huge THANK YOU to our wonderful Business Club and PACGDC for making this happen. They look amazing and are a wonderful addition.

Just a reminder... We will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th. Let us know how we can help you in any way before the long weekend. Happy Independence Day!

Congratulations to the City of Graettinger!!! Recently Graettinger applied for a grant through AARP to help fund the pickleball courts currently under construction at Citizens Park. The grant program is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which supports the efforts of cities, towns, neighborhoods and rural areas to become great places to live for people of all ages, especially those age 50 and older. Since 2017, AARP Iowa has awarded 29 grants and over $300,000 through the program to nonprofit organizations and government entities across the state. The pickleball courts and walkways will be a wonderful addition for our citizens, of all ages, to come together and enjoy our beautiful town.

Sandy... with this award in recognition for your many years of visionary guidance, exceptional leadership and unconditional commitment serving as the city clerk for the City of Graettinger. Thank you!!!!

The Classic Car Show is this Friday June 30 come on out and enjoy a free meal from the Business Club! We will be serving from 5:30-7:00.

The Graettinger pool will be opening back up tomorrow June 27. The leak is fixed. Thankyou Bryon and Brad for all your hard work!!!! Come on out and cool off at the Graettinger Pool - hours are 12- 8pm

Update!!! Bryon and Brad are working hard to fix the leak at the pool. We are planning on opening Tuesday, if we can get the right parts! If you see our boys around town please thank them for all their hard work! WE APPRICIATE ALL THEY DO for the city and the kids.

Don’t forget to join the City of Graettinger for the Classic Car Show on June 30 and enjoy a free meal from the Business Club! We will be serving from 5:30-7:00. Come join in the festivities!

The Graettinger pool will be temporarily closed till further notice. We have a water leak and we are working to fix the issue as soon as possible. We will let everyone know when the issue has been corrected.

Welcome! The City of Graettinger would like to take a moment and welcome Kara Currans as the new city clerk. We are pleased to have you with us and look forward to working beside you. We would also like to wish Sandra Henderson all the best as she starts her retirement journey . Sandy has been with the city for 23 years!

Don’t forget to join us for the Classic Car Show on June 30 and enjoy the free meal the Business Club will be serving 5:30-7:00.