Clarke County IA Courthouse

04/09/2026

Poll workers are the unsung heroes of our elections.
They help voters check-in, manage lines, troubleshoot equipment, and provide assistance.
Learn how you can become a poll worker by contacting our office at 641-342-3315.

04/03/2026

The Clarke County Courthouse will close Wednesday, April 8th at 1 p.m. due to a planned power outage. We will be open normal business hours on Thursday, April 9th.

03/11/2026

The public hearing for the Proposed Property Tax Levy will be held on Monday, March 30 at 9:00 a.m. at the Clarke County courthouse. Please see the link or image below for additional information
Please contact the Auditor's office with any questions.
https://clarkecounty.iowa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Property-Tax-Levy-Notice.pdf

03/05/2026

02/04/2026

Important USPS Postmark Update — Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute!
Heads up, everyone — the U.S. Postal Service has recently updated how postmark dates are applied. Under the new rule that took effect Dec. 24, mail may not get postmarked on the same day it’s dropped off at a post office or mailbox; instead, the postmark may reflect the date it is first processed at a sorting facility.
This shift could have real consequences if you rely on postmarks to meet deadlines — such as motor vehicle registration renewals or property tax payments. Traditionally, the postmark has served as proof of when something was mailed, but under the new guidance it may not accurately reflect when you handed it over to USPS.
➡️ What this means for you:
Pursuant to Iowa law, deadlines for motor vehicle and property tax payments mailed depend on the postmark date, mailing something on the last day might not count as on time if the postmark is applied later.
📌 Our strong recommendation:
Don’t wait until the last day to mail payments or documents that are deadline-sensitive. Mail in advance or consider options like requesting a manual postmark at the post office, using certified mail, or submitting online where available to ensure your payment or filing is clearly on time.
Avoid unnecessary penalties by submitting your payment prior to the last day.

12/10/2025

The Treasurer office will be closed Friday, December 19th, 2025 for all services - Motor Vehicle will be closed Monday, December 22nd, 2025.