Who must attend the condemnation appraisement hearing?

The six appointed condemnation commissioners must appear at the Sheriff’s Office in Tipton on June 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

What is the purpose of the June 3, 2026 meeting?

Commissioners will qualify, view the property involved in the US 30 project, and make an award of damages.

Public Hearing — 711 East South Street, Tipton, Iowa

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The Cedar County Sheriff notifies appointed condemnation commissioners to appear June 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in Tipton to qualify, view property and assess damages for an Iowa DOT condemnation project (US 30 improvement). Failure to appear has legal penalty.

Key Takeaways

Commissioners must appear June 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
Meeting location: Sheriff’s Office, 711 East South Street, Tipton
Purpose: qualify, view premises, and award damages for US 30 project
Communication with parties before meeting is prohibited
Failure to appear may result in legal penalty

Published: May 20, 2026 · yesterday
Category: Public Hearing
City: Tipton
Address: 711 East South Street, Tipton, Iowa

Research context

2 public hearing notices in Tipton (last 12 months)

If you don't respond

If an appointed commissioner fails to appear on June 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., they may face penalties under Iowa law and may be replaced so the commission can proceed without them.

What to do next

1
Appear at the Sheriff’s Office
Arrive at 711 East South Street, Tipton, Iowa on June 3, 2026 by 9:00 a.m. to qualify and begin duties.
2
Avoid prohibited communications
Do not discuss the condemnation with applicants, owners, tenants, or agents before the commission meets.
3
Contact county sheriff for questions
If unable to attend or for questions, contact the Cedar County Sheriff’s Office (address listed in notice) before the hearing date.

Frequently asked questions

Who must attend the condemnation appraisement hearing?: The six appointed condemnation commissioners must appear at the Sheriff’s Office in Tipton on June 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
What is the purpose of the June 3, 2026 meeting?: Commissioners will qualify, view the property involved in the US 30 project, and make an award of damages.
Can commissioners speak with property owners before the hearing?: No. The notice prohibits communication with the applicant, property owner, tenant, or their agents prior to the commission meeting.

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Legal terms in this notice

Condemnation Commission: A panel appointed to inspect property and determine fair compensation for government takings.
Appraisement Hearing: A meeting where commissioners assess the value of property taken and award damages.
Application of Condemnation: A formal request to the court to take property for public use under eminent domain.

Full Notice Text

Legal Notice NOTICE OF APPRAISEMENT HEARING AND PUBLIC HEARING OF COMPENSATION COMMISSION TO ASSESS DAMAGES In the matter of the Condemnation of Certain Rights in Land by the Iowa Department of Transportation for the Improvement of Primary Road No. US 30 West of Mechanicsville, Cedar county, Iowa. Project No. NHSN-030-8(55)—2R-16 Group “A” To:Emilie Walsh, William Mooney, John Hierseman, Bob Steen, Wayne Frauenholtz, Wayne Ralfs An Application of Condemnation, having been presented to the Chief Judge of the Judicial District, requesting the appointment of six (6) qualified persons as a Condemnation Commission:WHEREAS, such an appointment has been filed in my office and whereas you have been appointed and selected as such Condemnation Commissioners:NOW THEREFORE, you are commanded to be and appear before the undersigned at the Office of the Sheriff of Cedar county, Iowa, at 711 East South Street, Tipton, Iowa 52772 on the 3RD day of JUNE 2026, at the hour of 9 a.m.for the purpose of qualifying as such commissioner, and proceed to view said premises and make an award of damages as provided by law. Prior to the meeting of the commission, the commission or a commissioner shall not communicate with the applicant, property owner tenant, or their agents, regarding the condemnation proceedings. FAIL NOT TO MAKE YOUR APPEARANCE UNDER PENALTY OF THE LAW. This notice published pursuant to Section 6B.11, Code of Iowa. Warren Wethington, Sheriff of Cedar county, Iowa C 20

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