Public Notices in Council Bluffs, Iowa | Iowa

Council Bluffs Community Schools held a workshop meeting on May 12, 2026 at Iowa Western Community College where the board approved the agenda and April 28 meeting minutes, received the superintendent's report, and acknowledged 2025–26 Iowa Western Community College graduates.

Lewis Central Community School District Nutrition Services seeks proposals for a Primary Vendor with submissions due May 22, 2026 by 1:00 PM; the contract will start July 1, 2026. Contact Michael Hoppe for the full RFP and submission details.

The will of Nick L. Nahach was admitted to probate May 8, 2026, and Angela Welsh appointed executor; creditors must file claims by the stated deadlines or be barred. The notice sets timelines for challenging the will and for filing creditor claims.

Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors met May 5, 2026, approved proclamations for National Travel and Tourism Week and Nurses Week, hired/introduced new employees, approved several contracts and policies, and held closed sessions on hiring evaluations. Multiple items were discussed with some deferred to May 12.

Hemphill, LLC plans to build a 199-foot guy-wired telecommunications tower and equipment near 225th Street in Council Bluffs, IA. The company seeks public input on potential effects to historic or cultural properties under Section 106 and NEPA within 30 days.

A verified petition alleging Temperance Hunter and Jealynn Kepharta are children in need of assistance has been filed; an adjudicatory hearing is scheduled for June 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM via Zoom. Failure to appear may result in proceedings without you.

Notice that the Pottawattamie County combined primary election will be held June 2, 2026, with polls open 7:00 AM–8:00 PM and absentee voting available May 18–June 1, 2026; includes polling locations, candidate lists, and ID/residence rules.

Multiple abandoned vehicles were taken into custody and are being held at towing facilities in Council Bluffs (and Fremont, NE). Owners have ten days from mailing to reclaim by paying cash for towing, storage, and fees or lose title and consent to sale or demolition.

The Council Bluffs Police Department intends to dispose of various unclaimed items held in its Property Division unless the rightful owner or custodian claims them within 30 days of publication by providing satisfactory proof of ownership.

This is notice of the Kenneth L. Neighbors Family Trust following the settlor's death on or about March 18, 2026; trustees are named and creditors or challengers must file timely claims or suits or be barred. Trustees and an attorney contact are provided.

The Will of Yvonne L. Herrington was admitted to probate and Dan Herrington appointed executor on April 23, 2026; creditors must file claims by specified deadlines or be barred. Actions to contest the will have limited time windows to be brought in Pottawattamie County District Court.

A verified petition alleges Temperance Hunter and Jealynn Kephart are children in need of assistance. An adjudicatory hearing is set for June 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM by Zoom; parents may have counsel appointed or retained and must complete a financial affidavit if counsel is court‑appointed.

Construction Manager Crossland Heavy Contractors is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from subcontractors for renovations to the Oak Street Pump Station for Council Bluffs Water Works. RFQs are due by 2:00 PM on May 14, 2026 via email to precon@heavycontractors.com.

An abandoned-vehicle auction will be held May 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM in Council Bluffs to sell a list of vehicles recovered as abandoned. Vehicles will be offered to the public; interested buyers can attend the auction on that date.

Lewis Central Community Schools published its board-approved payments for May 4, 2026, listing vendors, services, and a total of $701,900.72. The notice details district expenditures such as payroll-related reimbursements, supplies, repairs, contracts, and large capital purchases.

Council Bluffs Community Schools held a regular board meeting on April 28, 2026, including a public hearing on the proposed 2026/2027 property tax levy and multiple approvals such as budgets, contracts, wage increases, and facility namings. Board actions affect district operations and finances.

Multiple abandoned vehicles listed by VIN and description are being held by tow companies at specified impound lots; owners have ten days from the mailing date (May 7, 2026) to reclaim their vehicle by paying cash for towing, storage, and fees or waive rights and allow disposal.

Council Bluffs Community Schools held a work session on April 28, 2026 at 300 West Broadway where the board approved the agenda, entered a closed session to evaluate an individual's professional competency under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i), and adjourned at 6:23 PM.

Council Bluffs, Iowa — Public Notices

Council Bluffs Community Schools held a workshop meeting on May 12, 2026 at Iowa Western Community College where the board approved the agenda and April 28 meeting minutes, received the superintendent's report, and acknowledged 2025–26 Iowa Western Community College graduates.

Lewis Central Community School District Nutrition Services seeks proposals for a Primary Vendor with submissions due May 22, 2026 by 1:00 PM; the contract will start July 1, 2026. Contact Michael Hoppe for the full RFP and submission details.

The will of Nick L. Nahach was admitted to probate May 8, 2026, and Angela Welsh appointed executor; creditors must file claims by the stated deadlines or be barred. The notice sets timelines for challenging the will and for filing creditor claims.

Hemphill, LLC plans to build a 199-foot guy-wired telecommunications tower and equipment near 225th Street in Council Bluffs, IA. The company seeks public input on potential effects to historic or cultural properties under Section 106 and NEPA within 30 days.

A verified petition alleging Temperance Hunter and Jealynn Kepharta are children in need of assistance has been filed; an adjudicatory hearing is scheduled for June 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM via Zoom. Failure to appear may result in proceedings without you.

Notice that the Pottawattamie County combined primary election will be held June 2, 2026, with polls open 7:00 AM–8:00 PM and absentee voting available May 18–June 1, 2026; includes polling locations, candidate lists, and ID/residence rules.

Multiple abandoned vehicles were taken into custody and are being held at towing facilities in Council Bluffs (and Fremont, NE). Owners have ten days from mailing to reclaim by paying cash for towing, storage, and fees or lose title and consent to sale or demolition.

The Council Bluffs Police Department intends to dispose of various unclaimed items held in its Property Division unless the rightful owner or custodian claims them within 30 days of publication by providing satisfactory proof of ownership.

This is notice of the Kenneth L. Neighbors Family Trust following the settlor's death on or about March 18, 2026; trustees are named and creditors or challengers must file timely claims or suits or be barred. Trustees and an attorney contact are provided.

The Will of Yvonne L. Herrington was admitted to probate and Dan Herrington appointed executor on April 23, 2026; creditors must file claims by specified deadlines or be barred. Actions to contest the will have limited time windows to be brought in Pottawattamie County District Court.

A verified petition alleges Temperance Hunter and Jealynn Kephart are children in need of assistance. An adjudicatory hearing is set for June 15, 2026 at 10:30 AM by Zoom; parents may have counsel appointed or retained and must complete a financial affidavit if counsel is court‑appointed.

Construction Manager Crossland Heavy Contractors is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from subcontractors for renovations to the Oak Street Pump Station for Council Bluffs Water Works. RFQs are due by 2:00 PM on May 14, 2026 via email to precon@heavycontractors.com.

An abandoned-vehicle auction will be held May 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM in Council Bluffs to sell a list of vehicles recovered as abandoned. Vehicles will be offered to the public; interested buyers can attend the auction on that date.

Lewis Central Community Schools published its board-approved payments for May 4, 2026, listing vendors, services, and a total of $701,900.72. The notice details district expenditures such as payroll-related reimbursements, supplies, repairs, contracts, and large capital purchases.

Council Bluffs Community Schools held a regular board meeting on April 28, 2026, including a public hearing on the proposed 2026/2027 property tax levy and multiple approvals such as budgets, contracts, wage increases, and facility namings. Board actions affect district operations and finances.

Multiple abandoned vehicles listed by VIN and description are being held by tow companies at specified impound lots; owners have ten days from the mailing date (May 7, 2026) to reclaim their vehicle by paying cash for towing, storage, and fees or waive rights and allow disposal.

Council Bluffs Community Schools held a work session on April 28, 2026 at 300 West Broadway where the board approved the agenda, entered a closed session to evaluate an individual's professional competency under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i), and adjourned at 6:23 PM.