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Maps If you're new to the area, these maps will help you get the lay of the land so you can find your way around. See Maps > Forms Pool Forms > Fall Festival Registraton > Community Links There's no way we can be all things to all people. Check out the community directory for more information. Download Community Services Directory Important numbers Keosauqua, where we have the best of both worlds! Experience the charm of our small yet vibrant community, where you won't find a single stoplight. But don't let our size fool you, because here you'll also enjoy the many conveniences typically found in larger communities. Keosauqua City Hall 201 Main Street 319-293-3536 Trash Collection & Recycling More Info VB Co Recycling Center 9032 Maple Avenue 319-293-3692 [Map] Keosauqua Public Library 608 First Street 319-293-3766 [Website ] [Map ] Keosauqua Fire Department Fire Station: 319-293-7110 Report Fire: 911 Van Buren Co. Hospital & Clinics 304 Franklin Street 319-293-3171 [Website ] [Map ] Keosauqua Light & Power Electrical service within the city limits of Keosauqua. 319-293-3406 Alliant Energy Natural Gas Supplier 1-800-ALLIANT (255-4268) [Website ] Van Buren Telephone Company Phone - Cellular - Internet Services 617 First Street 319-293-3187 [Website ] [Map ] Van Buren County Gov't. Offices [Website ] [Map ] See Council & Board Members City Documents and Resources See Business Directory > Permits, Forms and Applications ACH Authorization Application For Employment Building Permit Application Demo Permit Garbage Collection & Recycling Keosauqua Light & Power Rebate Portal 2020 KLP Rebate List Peddlers Permit Recycling Information Flyer Riverfront Amphitheater Rental Agreement Street Parking Closing Request Tax Abatement Application Utility Service Application Ferguson Sports Complex Rental Agreement Waste Management 2025 Schedule Wemiga 2025 Trash & Recycling Schedule Wemiga Trash Collection Guidelines Wemiga Recycling Guidelines Annual Financial Reports & Budgets AFR FY24 AFR FY23 AFR FY22 AFR FY21 Publication Annual Financial Report - FY21 FY24 Proposed Budget Hearing Ordinances Ordinance 188 - Garbage Rate Decrease - Effective July 1, 2025 Ordinance 187 - Alcohol Compliance Training Ordinance 186 - Garbage Rate Increase Ordinance 185 - Vacation of Alley Block 77,78, & 79 Ordinance 184- 2024 Recodification 2024 Keosauqua City Code Notices 2024 Water Quality Report Public Notice of Sale of Real Estate by Public Bid & Hearing Public Hearing - FY26 Budget Public Hearing - Property Tax FY26 Public Hearing - Budget Amendment FY25 Public Hearing - Water Trail Improvements Requests for Letters of Interest and Qualifications-Attorney Request for Bid Proposals - City Hall Building and Deck 2023 Keosauqua Water Quality Report FY25 Budget Adoption Hearing Notice Notice to Bidders - Franklin St Project Proposed Street Improvements - Franklin St Public Hearing Property Tax Levy Public Hearing Notice 2024 Recodification Public Hearing Notice 2022 Keosauqua Water Quality Report 2021 Keosauqua Water Quality Report Concession Stand Lease Information Keosauqua Code (Demolition Permit) Public Hearing Notice General Obligation Debt Public Hearing Notice Building Permit Violations Notice Max Tax Levy Publication Revised Values Public Hearing Feb 14 @ 3:30pm - Zoning Amendment Demo Permit Max Tax Levy Public Hearing Notice Feb 14, 2023 Publication USDA Grant Application Public Hearing Surprise Billing Model Notice 2022 Vacation (Yoder) Notice Of Vacation For Publication Vacation (Yoder) Notice Of Proposal To Convey For Publication Street/Alley Vacation (Hospital) Notice Of Vacation For Publication Street/Alley Vacation (Hospital) Notice Of Proposal To Convey Public Notice Of Possible Quorum -Open House 4.12.2022 Keosauqua Vacations (Henry St. Alley) Notice Of Hearing Publication Publication -Concession Stand Lease - Open for Proposals Notice Of Proposal To Sell Real Estate (509 Cass Street) Max Tax Levy Public Hearing Notice Keosauqua -Vacations (Druvenga)- Notice Of Vacation For Publication Keosauqua Abandonment (Heaberlin) Notice For Publication Public Hearing Notice of Proposal to Vacate Public Hearing Notice of Proposal to Convey Public Hearing Notice of Proposal to Vacate Public Hearing Notice of Proposal to Convey Public Hearing Notice -USDA Grant Application Van Buren Community Pool forms Pool Pass 2025 Pool Rental Agreement 2025 Swimming Lessons 2025 Aqua Aerobics Maps Keosauqua Zoning Map Keosauqua Trails Map How may we help you? Events Events Events Directory Events forms Events city Events visitors Online Bill Pay bill pay

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Upcoming Events Doug Brundies & Matt Fuller Fri, May 23 Hotel Manning More info Learn more Lions Memorial/Alumni Weekend Pancake Breakfast Sat, May 24 Keosauqua City Park More info Learn more Rolling on the River Sun, May 25 Keosauqua Riverfront Park More info Learn more Keosauqua Rotary Blood Drive Thu, Jun 05 Hotel Manning More info RSVP Fly Van Buren Sat, Jun 07 Keosauqua Municipal Airport More info Learn more Shannon Shepard Fri, Jun 20 Hotel Manning More info Learn more 4th of July Live Music Fri, Jul 04 Hotel Manning More info Learn more Stop Soldier Suicide Benefit Concert Sat, Jul 19 Keosauqua Riverfront Park More info Learn more Human Trafficking Awareness Fri, Jul 25 Hotel Manning More info Learn more Multiple Dates Clothing Giveaway Thu, Aug 07 Keosauqua Christian Church More info Learn more Engage Keosauqua Street Dance Sat, Aug 30 1st Street, Keosauqua More info Learn more Jive Radio Sat, Sep 20 Keosauqua Riverfront Park More info Learn more Keosauqua Fall Festival Fri, Oct 10 Keosauqua More info Learn more Highway 61 Fri, Oct 10 Hotel Manning More info Learn more Ivy Ford at Keosauqua Fall Festival Sat, Oct 11 Keosauqua Riverfront Park More info Learn more 19th Annual Car Show Sun, Oct 12 Keosauqua More info Learn more Submit your Event There are so many incredible things happening in the surrounding area and we want to know about them! Submit your event to our team so we can help you promote it. Learn More Never miss a beat again! Subscribe to hear more about our events Email Join Thanks for subscribing! Events Events Events Directory Events forms Events city Events visitors Online Bill Pay bill pay

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Today is lOOking pretty gOOd from here Photo Credit Parks & Recreation Van Buren Community POOL Read More Riverview Golf & Country Club Read More Trails Read More Ferguson Sports Complex Read More Keosauqua City Park Read More Keosauqua Riverfront Park Read More Pathfinders RC&D Kayak Rental Read More 1st Street Courts Read More Lacey Keosauqua State Park Read More Lake Sugema Read More Austin Park Read More .... Read More Parks and recreation See Pool Forms Van Buren Community POOL The pool is anticipating on opening for the 2024 season the last weekend in May. The hours of operation will be Noon to 6:00 pm daily. Season typically starts Memorial Day weekend and ends in late August, depending on weather and lifeguard availability. Pool Passes, Swimming Lesson Forms, & Rental Agreement are on the City, City Resources page - see the Forms button. Ferguson Sports Complex 1017 Franklin Street Keosauqua, IA 52565 Trails Keosauqua has a variety of trail systems available for walking or biking. The Van Buren County Trails Association has been the key player in the creation of the Keosauqua Loop trail that provides access to the downtown City Park, the Riverfront amphitheater and the new Ferguson Sports Complex. The water trail also runs through Keosauqua and more information about that trail can be found on the Travel Iowa website . Lacey State Park borders Keosauqua and also provides miles of trail adventures. Information about all of the trails in Van Buren County can be found here. Download Map Parks Riverfront Amphitheater & Riverfront Park The Van Buren County Trails Association was key in the creation of this space for community events. It provides a bandshell for musical events as well as a large lawn space for vendors or community gatherings. Information on the Riverfront Park can be found on the Van Buren County Trails Associations facebook page here. Rental forms for the Riverfront Amphitheater can be found here. Keosauqua City Park The city park has a recently renovated playground thanks to the Promoting Positive Visions volunteer group. All equipment has been updated, painted and refurbished for a fun outdoor play experience. There is also a small shelter that can be used for birthday parties or family events. A variety of picnic table, benches and bench swings are available throughout the park to make it comfortable for everyone to use and enjoy! How may we help you? Events Events Events Directory Events Engage Events city Events visitors Online Bill Pay bill pay

2025 City Officials Mayor Melissa Mahon: 319-293-3685 Council Members Carol Harlan: 319-293-3676 Chuck Lazenby: 319-293-6255 Kara McEntee: 319-217-2078 Penny Jones: 319-677-6303 Tom Allen: 319-293-3577 Council Meetings The City Council has its regular monthly meeting on the second Tuesday of each month. They will meet at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. Special City Council meetings are held as needed in the Council Chambers at City Hall. By statute, the agenda for each Council meeting is posted at City Hall 24 hours in advance. For questions about the city government, call City Hall at (319) 293-3536 or e-mail at citykeo@netins.net. Keosauqua boards and commissions RESOLUTION 21-24 AMENDING BOARD/COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2025 WHEREAS the City of Keosauqua is responsible for the maintenance of the infrastructure of the City, and WHEREAS instances occur when a decision is needed prior to council meetings, to act upon certain projects, and WHEREAS the council is appointed to certain committees for this purpose, and WHEREAS the City has different boards and commissions who conduct their own meetings, and have certain goals on behalf of the City, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Keosauqua that the following boards and committees be appointed: Committees Water/Sewer: Lazenby, Allen Streets/Curbing: Allen, Lazenby Finance/Personnel: McEntee, Harlan Solid Waste/Drainage: Allen, Lazenby Airport : Jones, Harlan Safety Supervisor: Dietzman Mayor Pro-tem: Harlan Fire Board Rep: Mahon Keda Board Rep: Mahon Cemetery Rep: McEntee 911 Committee: Jones – Alternate: Harlan Area XV Rep: McEntee VB CO Emergency Management: Harlan – Alternate: Jones Hazard Mitigation: Mahon, Harlan Trees Forever Rep: Allen Area XV Housing: vacant - rep needed City Clerk: Missy Harward Treasurer: Missy Harward City Superintendent: Matt Dietzman Zoning Administrator: Matt Dietzman Park & Rec : Jones, Harlan Revolving Loan: Mahon Boards & Commissions (6 Year Terms) PLANNING & ZONING: Marie Settles (2025*); Ben Morris (2027*); Joan Syfert (2029*); John Keller (2029*); Gary Lee (2025*) LIGHT & POWER BOARD: Barbara Morris (2026*); Chris McEntee (2028*); Maggie Cocherell (2030*); TREES FOREVER BOARD: Jon Thornsberry (2028*); Mike Lanman (2026*); Marie Settles (2026*); Jake Boyd (2030*); LIBRARY BOARD: Georgia Brecount (2027**); Dick Breckenridge (2027**); Heidi Bainbridge (2027**); Amanda Maras (2029**); Christina Hedstrom (2030**); Dave Kirchner (2030**); Carol Pilcher (2025**) *Term ends on December 31st of stated year **Term ends on June 30th of stated year UP FOR APPROVAL ON THE 17TH DAY OF DECEMBER 2024. 2025 Minutes January 14, 2025 Jan 30, 2025 Budget Work Session February 11, 2025 March 11, 2025 March 20,Property Tax March 20, Special Mtg Apr 3, Addtl Special Mtg Apr 8, 2025 Apr 22, 2025 May 13, 2025 2024 Minutes January 16, 2024 Feb 13th Budget Work Session February 13, 2024 March 12, 2024 April 2, 2024-Property Tax Hearing April 2, 2024 April 23, 2024 May 14, 2024 June 11,2024 July 9, 2024 Aug 13, 2024 Sept 10, 2024 Sept 16,2024 Special Oct 8, 2024 Nov 12,2024 Dec 10, 2024 Dec 17, 2024 2023 Minutes Jan 10, 2023 Jan 24, 2023 Special Mtg Feb 14, 2023 Mar 14, 2023 Apr 11, 2023 May 9, 2023 June 13, 2023 July 11, 2023 Aug 8, 2023 Sept 12, 2023 Oct 10, 2023 Nov 14, 2023 Dec 12, 2023 2022 Minutes Jan 11, 2022 Feb 8, 2022 Mar 8, 2022 Mar 28, 2022 Apr 5, 2022 Special Mtg Apr 12, 2022 Apr 27, 2022 Special Mtg May 10, 2022 June 14, 2022 July 12, 2022 Aug 9, 2022 Aug 18, 2022 Special Mtg Aug 26, 2022 Special Mtg Sept 13, 2022 Oct 11, 2022 Nov 8, 2022 Dec 13, 2022 2021 Minutes January 12, 2021 February 9, 2021 March 9, 2021 March 12, 2021 March 24. 2021 April 13, 2021 April 19, 2021 Special Meeting May 11, 2021 June 8, 2021 June 18, 2021 Special Meeting June 23, 2021 Special Meeting July 13, 2021 August 10, 2021 August 26,2021 Special Meeting September 14, 2021 October 12, 2021 November 9, 2021 December 14, 2021

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Keosauqua is a destination Platted in April 1839 and incorporated in 1842. The name Keosauqua was derived from Meskwaki and Sauk Indians, meaning the bend in the river. Our town is a unique blend of historic architecture, natural beauty, small-town values, quaint shops and business opportunity. While the Hotel Manning stands as Keosauqua's best known landmark and symbol of the town's steamboat era, the village has many special features that make it stand out. The Van Buren County courthouse is Iowa's oldest in continuous use and was the scene of Iowa's first legal hanging in nearby Hangman's Hollow. The 1847 Pearson House was at one time a stop on the "underground railroad." Keosauqua is important With virtually no crime (and literally not a traffic light in town) Keosauqua is a community of about 1,000 friendly neighbors. Despite its size, it still provides its citizens with vital services. A full-service hospital and clinic, pharmacy and dentist office all operate within the community. Keosauqua is the geographical center of the Van Buren County Community School District and the site of its junior-senior high school. Retirement apartments and an excellent nursing home facility offer its older residents a means of adapting to a new lifestyle. Get Involved Meet the City Council City Council The City of Keosauqua has a five member council that meets once a month. Meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month, starting at 4:00 pm at City Hall. Learn more about the City How may we help you? Events Events Events Directory Events forms Events city Events visitors Online Bill Pay bill pay

Rules for posting an event: Your event must be local and open to the public Your event must be in Keosauqua, Iowa Please give us at least 14 days notice to process your request Engage Keosauqua is not responsible for bringing traffic to your event Engage Keosauqua receives no compensation for event submissions and posts them on a first-come-first-serve basis Tell us about yourself: First and Last Name Address Email Phone Tell us about your event: Name of Event Description of Event Date(s) and Time(s) of Event Location of Event Website or Ticket Link If you have an image you would like to submit with your event, please attach a .jpg or .png file below. Thank you! Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Send Thanks for submitting! Well, hello there! we've been looking for you! Do you have a business or popup? Fill out our contact form to be a vendor, volunteer or just bring your lovely face to support our bursting local community events! Learn More How may we help you? Events Events Events Directory Events forms Events city Events visitors Online Bill Pay bill pay

October 10, 11, 12, 2025 Vendor Information Download Application Online Application General Information - The Keosauqua Fall Festival is held annually, the second full weekend in October coinciding with the Villages of Van Buren Scenic Drive Festival. Show hours are Friday the 10th, 12pm – 5pm (optional), Saturday the 11th, 9am - 5pm, and Sunday the 12th, 10am - 3pm. Vendors must be open and staffed Saturday and Sunday, the entire time. If you choose to be open on Friday, you are expected to be open and staffed all three days. No weather guarantees or refunds. There will be a limited number of vendors allowed per product type. Application Deadline - The guaranteed placement application deadline is September 1, 2025. To be considered for the EARLY BIRD discount ($10) you must submit your application prior to July 1, 2025. Festival Set Up Schedule - Thursday, October 9th 8am - 6pm & Friday, October 10th 8am - 6pm. All vendors must check in before setting up. A representative of Engage Keosauqua will be at the Hotel Manning to check you in and show you to your spot. ALL SPOTS ARE ASSIGNED. No returning vendors will be guaranteed the spot they have had previous years. Vendors are responsible for providing their own tent, extension cords, tables and chairs. Vendor spots will be set up in rows, side by side and back-to-back with some on pavement. Cancelations - Cancelations up to two weeks prior to the festival will be refunded, less a 25% administrative fee. Canceling within two weeks prior to Festival, for any reason, will result in the forfeiture of your fee. Rental Options TENT - OUTDOOR CRAFT SHOW - 10X10 $85.00 TENT - ADDITIONAL 10X10 SPACE(S) $25.00 TENT - ELECTRICITY $15.00 TRAILER - OUTDOOR CRAFT SHOW - 10X30 (Electricity Included) $125.00 FOOD VENDOR (Electricity Included) $150.00 Rules and Regulations Permits - Vendors are responsible for obtaining the appropriate permits from local authorities for their operation. An Iowa Sales Tax Number must be provided on the attached application; if you don’t have a Sales Tax number, one must be obtained at https://govconnect.iowa.gov/tap/_/#1 . If a vendor is exempted for any reason that must be stated on the application. All food vendors must display current food permit from the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals. Vendor Access - Vendors will be allowed to utilize vehicles to move equipment and goods to the site only before and after festival hours. There is only one approved entrance and exit. Vendors MUST use the route in and out of the festival area provided by the committed before the start of the festival. Vehicles MUST be off the street before the festival begins. Vehicles will not be allowed into the festival area during the festival’s hours, or they are subject to tow. Parking will be available at 202 Cass St. and other areas outside of the festival area. Trash - Vendors must dispose of all trash in the dumpsters provided for the festival, not in the trash cans in the park. Vendors are expected to clean up their area regularly during the festival and thoroughly at the close of the festival. Sub-letting - Transfer or subletting of booth space is not allowed. All products and/or services offered for sale during this festival must be the same products and/or services approved on the application. Liability and Indemnification - The vendor agrees to hold harmless the City of Keosauqua & Engage Keosauqua and to assume all liability for damage and/or injury, including death, to property or persons arising from accidents or other causes incidental to the vendors’ participation in the festival and hereby releases the City of Keosauqua and Engage Keosauqua from any liability whatsoever. We reserve the right to dismiss any vendor at any time, without refund, due to inappropriate behavior or neglect of rules and regulations. Online Vendor Application First name* Last name* Business Name* Email* Phone* Multi-line address Country/Region* Address* City* Zip / Postal code* TAX ID* If you are exempt from having an Iowa Sales Tax ID please use the space to explain why. Select what type of space you will be needed.* 1 - 10x10 Space $ 85 Additional 10x10 Space(s) $ 25 Electricity $ 15 10x30 Trailer $ 125 Food Vendor $ 150 Dates of Showing I will be open Friday 12pm-5pm New in 2025 the option for vendors to be open Friday 12pm-5pm is available. Note: this is optional. If you do not wish to be open Friday you will be expected to be open and staffed Saturday 9am-5pm and and Sunday 10am-3pm. If you do choose to be open on Friday, you are expected to be open and staffed all three days. description of item being sold:* Rules and Regulations General Information - The Keosauqua Fall Festival is held annually, the second full weekend in October coinciding with the Villages of Van Buren Scenic Drive Festival. Show hours are Friday the 10th, 12pm – 5pm (optional), Saturday the 11th, 9am - 5pm, and Sunday the 12th, 10am - 3pm. Vendors must be open and staffed Saturday and Sunday, the entire time. If you choose to be open on Friday, you are expected to be open and staffed all three days. No weather guarantees or refunds. There will be a limited number of vendors allowed per product type. Application Deadline - The guaranteed placement application deadline is September 1, 2025. To be considered for the EARLY BIRD discount ($10) you must submit your application prior to July 1, 2025. Festival Set Up Schedule - Thursday, October 9th 8am - 6pm & Friday, October 10th 10am - 6pm . All vendors must check in before setting up. A representative of Engage Keosauqua will be at the Hotel Manning to check you in and show you to your spot. ALL SPOTS ARE ASSIGNED. No returning vendors will be guaranteed the spot they have had previous years. Vendors are responsible for providing their own tent, extension cords, tables and chairs. Vendor spots will be set up in rows, side by side and back-to-back with some on pavement. Cancelations - Cancelations up to two weeks prior to the festival will be refunded, less a 25% administrative fee. Canceling within two weeks prior to Festival, for any reason, will result in the forfeiture of your fee. Permits - Vendors are responsible for obtaining the appropriate permits from local authorities for their operation. An Iowa Sales Tax Number must be provided on the attached application; if you don’t have a Sales Tax number, one must be obtained at https://govconnect.iowa.gov/tap/_/#1 . If a vendor is exempted for any reason, that must be stated on the application. All food vendors must display current food permit from the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals. Vendor Access - Vendors will be allowed to utilize vehicles to move equipment and goods to the site only before and after festival hours . There is only one approved entrance and exit. Vendors MUST use the route in and out of the festival area provided by the committed before the start of the festival. Vehicles MUST be off the street before the festival begins. Vehicles will not be allowed into the festival area during the festival’s hours, or they are subject to tow . Parking will be available at 202 Cass St. and other areas outside of the festival area. Trash - Vendors must dispose of all trash in the dumpsters provided for the festival, not in the trash cans in the park. Vendors are expected to clean up their area regularly during the festival and thoroughly at the close of the festival. Sub-letting - Transfer or subletting of booth space is not allowed. All products and/or services offered for sale during this festival must be the same products and/or services approved on the application. Liability and Indemnification - The vendor agrees to hold harmless the City of Keosauqua & Engage Keosauqua and to assume all liability for damage and/or injury, including death, to property or persons arising from accidents or other causes incidental to the vendors’ participation in the festival and hereby releases the City of Keosauqua and Engage Keosauqua from any liability whatsoever. We reserve the right to dismiss any vendor at any time, without refund, due to inappropriate behavior or neglect of rules and regulations. Signature* Sign in the box or use the keyboard to type. Signature field is empty. Clear By signing above, I have read and hereby abide by the Festival Rules and Regulations. Submit Questions regarding Fall Festival can be directed to Engage Keosauqua Phone: 319-931-6675 Email: engagekeo@gmail.com