City of Decorah

09/09/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Decorah Parks and Recreation
Press Contact: Marc Holtey, Parks and Recreation Director, 563-382-4158

Community Prairie (Southwest Quadrant) Woody Plants Spot Spraying

Decorah, IA (September 4, 2026) - Update
Due to forecasted rain this afternoon and following the application guidelines for Garlon, the spot spraying scheduled today for the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie is re-scheduled to Thursday, September 10.

Decorah, IA (September 1, 2026)

On Friday, September 4 (if conditions permit), the southwest quadrant of the Community Prairie will be spot sprayed for woody plants with a mixture of Milestone and Garlon to reduce the proliferation of woody plant species including buckthorn.

The area will be closed until the re-entry period of 24 hours, and signage will remain up for 96 hours with additional information regarding the application.

This is an official city press release. Modifications of any kind are prohibited without express written consent of the author. Any reprint or broadcast of this information must include this entire communication.

08/20/2026

Dunning’s Spring Step Project Complete! ✅

This project is an important improvement to one of our community’s beautiful natural areas, helping make access safer and more enjoyable for visitors.

A big thank-you to everyone who helped make this project possible—from planning and funding to the hard work that brought it all together. We’re grateful for the continued support of our community and everyone who helps preserve and improve Dunning’s Spring.

**If you see one of our parks members out and about, be sure to thank them for their dedication to this project.
Pictured left to right: Reid Berns, Jon Geiger, Logan Hahn**

08/04/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE: With the threat of rainy weather, tonight's National Night Out location is going to be changed to the Community Building at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds in Decorah. We are trying to get the word out so PLEASE SHARE THIS POST. Winneshiek County Sheriff's Office Helping Services for Youth & Families.

07/21/2026

The City of Decorah is seeking a motivated, customer-focused Code Compliance Officer / Building Inspector to help ensure our community remains safe, attractive, and well-built.

As the City’s Code Compliance Officer / Building Inspector, you will:

Review construction plans for compliance with building and zoning regulations.
Perform inspections throughout all phases of construction.
Serve as staff liaison to the Planning & Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Assist with nuisance abatement and property maintenance enforcement.

Use the link below to find the full posting.

Now Hiring Code Compliance Officer/Building Inspector   The City of Decorah is seeking a motivated, customer-focused Code Compliance Officer / Building Inspector to help ensure our community remains safe, attractive, and well-built. As the City’s Code Compliance Officer / Building Inspector, you ...

07/06/2026

06/18/2026

The City of Decorah is seeking proposals from qualified firms and individuals to provide contractual building inspection services associated with new construction, additions, remodels, and other building permit activities within the city.

Interested firms and individuals may obtain a copy of the RFP from the link below. Questions regarding the RFP must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026. Proposals must be received by the City no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Decorah City Manager Press Contact: Travis Goedken, 563-382-3651 City of Decorah Seeks Proposals for Contract Building Inspection Services   Decorah, IA June 17, 2026) – The City of Decorah is seeking proposals from qualified firms and individuals to provide contractual buil...

06/15/2026

If you were in city hall earlier today (Monday, June 15th) and left a bag in the lobby area, please come in and describe the bag and/or contents to claim it at the Decorah Police Department.