Notices
Public legal notices and court announcements
State v. Belt
The State filed a petition for the removal of Scott Belt from his position on the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors (“Board”), alleging Mr. Belt had been intoxicated while acting in his official capacity on five occasions. After a two-day bench trial, the district court entered a judgment granting the State’s petition, finding the State proved intoxication on one of the five alleged occasions: a November 25, 2025 town hall meeting that the Board organized. The district court granted the State’s petition to remove Mr. Belt from office. On appeal, Mr. Belt argues the district court erred by: (1) failing to recognize and exercise discretion in its removal decision; (2) concluding a single instance of intoxication warranted removal; (3) ruling he was acting in his official capacity at the time of intoxication; and (4) finding he was intoxicated at the town hall meeting.
In the Matter of Adopting Amendments to Chapter 6, Iowa Rules of Appellate Procedure, and Chapter 8, Iowa Rules of Juvenile Procedure
In the Matter of Adopting Amendments to Chapter 6, Iowa Rules of Appellate Procedure, and Chapter 8, Iowa Rules of Juvenile Procedure September 28, 2026 Chief Justice Christensen has signed an order adopting amendments to chapter 6, Iowa Rules of Appellate Procedure, relating to juvenile appeals, and corresponding amendments to chapter 8, Iowa Rules of Juvenile Procedure. Additionally, corresponding amendments to Form 4: Notice of Appeal (Cross-Appeal) (Child in Need of Assistance and Termination Cases), and Appellate Procedure Timeline No. 3: Iowa Code Chapter 232 Child in Need of Assistance and Termination of Parental Rights Appeals were also made. The amendments to rules 6.102, 6.104, and 8.21 are subject to legislative council review as provided by Iowa Code section 602.4202. The rule amendments are adopted effective January 1, 2027.
Tama County Reminds Landowners of Noxious Weed Control Responsibilities
Iowa Code Chapter 317 requires all landowners to control noxious weeds on their property. Tama County is fortunate to have a Weed Commissioner who assists landowners in this effort. The Commissioner also serves as the County Surveyor. Please contact Kevin Beed with any questions regarding noxious weeds or property line issues.