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Ash Borer Impacts

Tree Removal Project in Ely

The emerald ash borer has arrived in Ely. The City has partnered with Cy’s Tree Service out of Anamosa to remove ash trees on city property... more ››

Aaron Cooper

2024 Citizen of the Year

Upon the submission of a thoughtful nomination, the Selection Committee has named Aaron Cooper the recipient of the 2024 Jim Miller Ely... more ››

City Council Meeting Reminder

Special Council Meetings: Jan 29

Reminder, there are two public meetings with Council tonight, January 29:

Snow Emergency

Snow Emergency: January 11

A snow emergency has been declared effective 9:00pm today, Thursday January 11, through 6:00pm on Saturday January 13. A snow emergency... more ››

Ely City Hall Winter

Jan 10 Afternoon Update

In this video below, Administrator Miller provides an update on snow plowing efforts, impending snow events over the next several days and... more ››

Snow Totals from January 9

Jan 10 Snow Emergency Update

The current Snow Emergency is set to expire today, Wednesday January 10, at noon. With predicted 1-3” of snow tonight, and a potential 4-8... more ››

Snow Emergency

Snow Emergency Update

Due to the duration of this storm, a majority of our staff have reached their max hours for the 24 hour period. As a result, we will be... more ››

Communication

Communication Survey

The city is looking to improve communication with residents. Communication from the city ranges from events, news, and policy changes. To... more ››

Snow Emergency

Snow Emergency: January 8

A snow emergency has been declared effective 5:00pm today, Monday January 8, through 12:00pm noon on Wednesday January 10. A snow emergency... more ››

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Ely Legion Scholarship

The 2024 Ely American Legion Family Scholarship program and application is open. We are grateful for the engagement from our Legion to... more ››

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2024 Senior Banners

It's that time of year! One of the most beloved traditions in our community - recognizing the graduation achievement of each of the seniors... more ››

Water Disruption

Water Line Repair

As crews work to repair a leak on a private service line this morning, water pressure will be reduced on both sides of Ridgeview Dr between... more ››

Toys for Tots

Ely's Toys for Tots

Ely's Annual Holiday Toys Giveaway

Ely's Comprehensive Plan

Ely's Comprehensive Plan LIVE

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Ely Winterfest December 9

Winterfest

Join the City of Ely, Library and Business District for their annual celebration of winter and the upcoming holidays on December 9.

Mayor Scott Ladwig

Welcome, Mayor Ladwig!

Welcome Letter From Mayor Scott LadwigThank you to all, the people of Ely for entrusting me with this great responsibility... more ››

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Giving Tuesday: Give Back by Getting Involved

This Giving Tuesday, the City of Ely is looking for a different type of donation, the donation of time. We have a variety of boards in our... more ››

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Snowmobiles: Ely

Iowa Snowdrifters: 2023 UpdateThe Snowdrifters Club presented their 2023 trail maps and plans for navigating through Ely... more ››

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Citizen of the Year

Ely is filled with so many wonderful people! The Jim Miller Citizen of the Year Award allows us the opportunity to highlight these... more ››

City Offices Closed on November 23 and 24

City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving

City offices including City Hall, Public Works and the Library will be closed on Thursday & Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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