REMEMBERING OUR PAST, LOOKING TOWARD OUR FUTURE
Welcome to the City of Toledo IA. A small town located in the center of the state of Iowa with a 2020 census population of 2,369. Toledo was chosen the county seat of Tama County in 1853 and its downtown area is full of landmarks on the National Register of Historic Places including the Tama County Courthouse which was built in 1866 at a cost of $25,000. The Wieting Theater was built in 1912 and given to the people of Toledo by Mrs. Philip Wieting in memory of her husband. The former Toledo fire station was built in 1875 and has been completely renovated into a private residence and features a swimming pool and elevator. Hotel Toledo was built in 1901 and still serves travelers and permanent guests; its lobby has a marble floor, elegant beamed ceiling and grand fireplace. The Tama County Historical Museum and Genealogical Library is housed in the former county jail which was built in 1870; a restored log cabin is on site. Toledo is home to the original “Butter Cow Lady” from the Iowa State Fair, Norma (Duffy) Lyon. A bronze cow/calf sculpture was erected on the hilltop at the intersection of Highways 30 & 63 in her honor and the Toledo Library has a display case dedicated to her achievements.
CITY NEWS
City Council Meetings:
March 13th and March 27th @ 5:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, Reinig Center
1007 S. Prospect Dr. Toledo
For any emergencies that may occur after business hours, please contact the Police Department at 641-484-3013. They will get in contact with the appropriate person to assist you.
March 13th and March 27th @ 5:00 P.M.
Council Chambers, Reinig Center
1007 S. Prospect Dr. Toledo
For any emergencies that may occur after business hours, please contact the Police Department at 641-484-3013. They will get in contact with the appropriate person to assist you.
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2023 CITY OF TOLEDO CONTRACT MOWING BIDS
The city will be awarding bids for mowing parcels at their regular meeting on April 10, 2023. This will be for a three-year contract. Bids must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by 3:00 P.M. Friday, April 7, 2023 to be considered. All bids must be in writing. Bids must be made by parcel. A list of parcels and bid packet are available at the Toledo City Clerk’s Office, 1007 S Prospect Dr., Toledo IA. Successful bidder(s) must provide own equipment and fuel; shall have own liability insurance and shall provide proof of insurance coverage with bid(s). Any questions should be directed to The Toledo city clerk’s office at 641-484-2160. The City of Toledo reserves the right to refuse any and all bids. The City of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer |
CONTRACTOR BIDS BEING ACCEPTED
The City of Toledo, Iowa is taking bids for nuisance property clean-up contractors. The City would like to receive bids for an hourly rate to perform work for the clean-up of nuisance properties in Toledo on a case-by-case basis as needed. Please have your sealed bids delivered to: Toledo City Hall 1007 S. Prospect Drive Toledo, IA 52342 By 3:00 PM - April 07, 2023 (City hall hours are 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday) If you have any further questions, please contact City Hall at 641-484-2160 (Successful bidders must provide their own equipment, supplies, and labor. Contractors must hold their own liability insurance with a minimum of $1,000,000 coverage and the City of Toledo listed as an “additional insured”.) The City of Toledo is an Equal Opportunity Employer |
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CITY UTILITY BILL ONLINE PAYMENTS:
It's easy to make payments online with a Debit or Credit card! To set up automatic withdrawal from your checking/savings account, contact the City Hall at 641-484-2160.
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IOWA JUVENILE HOME & WOODLAWN ADDITION PROGRESS
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