Van Buren County Public Health

10/23/2026

Saturday October 24th is National Takeback Day. Please bring any unused prescription medication to the Sheriff's Office Lobby and drop it in our drop box.
Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. That's why it is great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn them in - safely and anonymously.

Please remember no needles, liquids or aerosols.

10/23/2026

The Van Buren County Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting of the Board on:
Monday, October 26, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM in the 1st Floor District Courtroom
Language assistance is available for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals. Please contact the county auditor at (319) 293-3129 or via email at [email protected] for assistance.
Attend the Meeting Remotely by Zoom Webinar – Find the links and information on how to attend below.
TENTATIVE AGENDA:
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Acknowledge the minutes for the meeting on October 12, 2026
3. 9:05 AM or immediately following Item #2 – Public Hearing on the closure, vacation, and disposition of the following road right-of-way:
• A portion of 110th Street beginning at a point approximately 430’ north of the South Quarter Corner of Section 3, Township 70N, Range 8W (the intersection of Violet Avenue and 110th Street) then east 150’ to the point of previous vacation.
4. Discussion and possible action on a resolution to vacate the road right-of-way in Item #3
5. PUBLIC FORUM
6. Meet with Caitlyn Vandenberg regarding the Van Buren County Citizens Convenience and Recycle Center including:
• FY2027 1st Quarter Report
• Discussion regarding the County’s monthly payment for operation of the facility
7. Meet with the County HIPAA Compliance Committee for discussion and possible approval of the HIPAA Policies and Procedures Manual
8. Meet with the County Engineer for an update on various secondary road matters including:
• Discussion and possible action on a resolution for application for Volkswagen Settlement Environmental Mitigation Trust funding program
• Discussion regarding Highway Department equipment
9. Discussion regarding a possible ordinance to restrict where consumable h**p and ma*****na products may be sold in the unincorporated areas of Van Buren County
10. Discussion regarding Senate File 2472 and tax abatements allowed under the County’s Revitalization Plan
11. Action on renewal of Class B Retail Alcohol License for Boyd Grocery Inc
12. Action on special assessment liens for delinquent Mt. Sterling sewer accounts
13. Approval of payroll/claims/reports
14. Committee reports
15. Adjournment
Van Buren County is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Van Buren Board of Supervisors - Meeting
Time: Oct 26, 2026, 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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10/09/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Early detection matters, and at Van Buren County Hospital, we’re proud to offer Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) as an additional screening option for women with dense breast tissue.

ABUS works alongside mammography to provide a more detailed look at dense breast tissue, where some abnormalities can be harder to see on a mammogram alone.

💗 Take time this month to prioritize your breast health. Talk with your healthcare provider about your breast density and whether ABUS may be right for you. Call 319-293-8721 to schedule your mammogram today!

10/09/2026

🏠 FREE RADON TEST KITS AVAILABLE to all homeowners in Van Buren County! Pick yours up today at our office located in the Van Buren County Courthouse or call with questions 319-293-3431.

10/09/2026

The Van Buren County Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting of the Board on:
Monday, October 12, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM in the 1st Floor District Courtroom
Language assistance is available for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals. Please contact the county auditor at (319) 293-3129 or via email at [email protected] for assistance.
Attend the Meeting Remotely by Zoom Webinar – Find the links and information on how to attend below.
TENTATIVE AGENDA:
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Acknowledge the minutes for the meeting on September 28, 2026
9:05 AM or immediately following Item #2 – Public Hearing on the closure, vacation, and disposition of portions of the following streets and alleys platted in the unincorporated towns of Leando and Douds: Main Street, Monroe Street, and the alleys in Blocks 1, 6, 9, 11, 12, 14, 15 & 16 in Leando; Elm Street, Front Street, McClure Street, 1st Street, the alley in Block 6 in Douds Station, the alley in Morrow’s Addition, and the alley in Pedrick’s 1st Addition in Douds
3. PUBLIC FORUM
4. Meet with Kris Rankin from the SAFE Coalition for a progress report on SAFE Coalition programs and the National Opioid Settlement funds
5. Meet with the County Engineer for an update on various secondary roads projects
6. Approval of payroll/claims/reports
7. Committee reports
8. Adjournment

Van Buren County is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Van Buren Board of Supervisors - Meeting
Time: Oct 12, 2026, 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
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Passcode: 621714

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09/25/2026

Driving in rural Iowa comes with a few extra things to watch for — including Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblems. When you see a tractor or other farm equipment ahead of you with flashing lights and an orange triangular SMV symbol, it means the vehicle is traveling 25 mph or less. Slow down, increase your following distance and be prepared for limited visibility or sudden turns into fields or driveways.

09/25/2026

The Van Buren County Board of Supervisors will hold a meeting of the Board on:

Monday, September 28, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM in the 1st Floor District Courtroom

Language assistance is available for Limited English Proficiency (LEP) individuals. Please contact the county auditor at (319) 293-3129 or via email at [email protected] for assistance.
Attend the Meeting Remotely by Zoom Webinar – Find the links and information on how to attend below.

TENTATIVE AGENDA:
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Acknowledge the minutes for the meeting on September 14, 2026
3. PUBLIC FORUM
4. Meet with representatives from DVIP/RVAP for discussion and possible action on a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
5. Recess the Board of Supervisors’ meeting to meet with the Van Buren County Soil & Water Commissioners for the annual joint-meeting regarding the Indian Creek Watershed structures
• Discussion and possible action regarding maintenance of Lake Sugema
• Discussion and possible action regarding maintenance of the remaining Indian Creek structures
6. Return to the Board of Supervisors’ meeting
7. Meet with the County IT Director for discussion regarding Iowa Administrative Code §11-25.11(8A)
8. Adoption of VBC Ordinance #2026-1, Amendment #1, as a supplement to the VBC Code of Ordinances – “An Ordinance Relating to Floodplain Management Within Van Buren County, Iowa”
9. Meet with the County Engineer for an update on various secondary roads matters including:
• Discussion and possible action on resolution setting the date for public hearing for vacation of 110th Street east of Violet Ave
10. Action to approve an amendment to a Class E retail alcohol license for Boyd Grocery, Inc
11. Approval of payroll/claims/reports
12. Committee reports
13. Adjournment
Van Buren County is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Van Buren Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting

Time: Sep 28, 2026, 09:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)

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Meeting ID: 814 3595 5058
Passcode: 169821

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09/24/2026

38 Cases of Measles in Iowa to date in 2026 compared to a total of 9 cases in 2025. Make sure you are protected! We continue to have MMR vaccine available at NO COST regardless of age or insurance coverage

👀Van Buren County Public Health has MMR vaccine available AT NO COST regardless of age or insurance status‼️

09/18/2026