The County Treasurer is elected every four years at a general election and serves as the county finance officer.
The Treasurer is responsible for collection of taxes and other fees for state, county, city, school districts, community colleges, and other taxing bodies such as townships, fire districts, and drainage districts.
The Treasurer collects and accounts for all funds coming into the county from the various departments.
The County Treasurers' Office is responsible for all motor vehicle transactions and issues driver licenses.
Tax Duties
Preparing and mailing annual tax statements
Property tax collections
Tax apportionment to all taxing bodies
Investment of county funds
Balance financial records
Motor Vehicle Duties
The State of Iowa Department of Transportation directs the County Treasurer as their agent to process motor vehicle transactions and collect appropriate fees according to the Code of Iowa (law).
Motor vehicle titling and registration and collection of New Registration fees (Use Tax)