WINTER GAMES – ATV/UTV/Snowmobile FAQ

Can I ride my ATV/UTV/Snowmobile on the street? City Ordinance permits ATVs/UTVs/Snowmobiles to operate on City of Okoboji streets. However, the operation of snowmobiles is not permissible on Highway 71. See Chapter 75 of the City of Okoboji Municipal Code. (PLEASE NOTE – In the City of Okoboji, ATVs/UTVs may be operated twenty-four (24) hours…

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Holiday Closures

The City of Okoboji City Hall and Public Works facilities will be closed on the following dates: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2024 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2024 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2024 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1, 2025 Thank you and have a great holiday season !

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Stake Out Road

NOTICE OF STREET WORK The City of Okoboji is undertaking important street improvement work on Stake Out Road. This work will enhance the safety and overall quality of the road. Project Details: Work Type: Mill and overlay with areas of full-depth reconstruction Shoulder addition to the north side of the road Tree and vegetation removal…

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Speier Park Playground Closure & Renderings

The Speier Park playground will be closed effective July 22, 2024 for revitalization. This project will be a three phase process. First, City Staff will remove the existing playground equipment and surfacing. Second, the City’s contractor will perform the necessary site preparations for the new playground. Finally, the playground installer and surfacing installer will complete…

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Playground Equipment Auction

The City of Okoboji has three playground pieces back up for auction: the Merry-Go-Round, the Monkey Bars, and the Climbing Dome. You can find these items on GovDeals at the following links: Merry-Go-Round: https://www.govdeals.com/asset/14/14100 Monkey Bars: https://www.govdeals.com/asset/16/14100 Climbing Dome: https://www.govdeals.com/asset/15/14100

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Collapsed Lakeshores

Online form for those with severe erosion or bank collapses This reporting form is being used by the Iowa DNR to gather contact information for lakeshore owners that have experienced severe erosion or bank collapses. Additional information and resources will be communicated as it becomes available. Landowners may immediately begin work with contractors or service…

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Curbside Pickup and Dumpster Services for Flood Debris

City of Okoboji: Curbside Pickup and Dumpster Services for Flood Debris Starting today, the City of Okoboji will begin curbside pickup of carpet, flooring, and carpet padding. This service will continue for at least the next week as City Staff work through the area. Please ensure all materials are placed curbside in neat, bundled piles…

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Storm Debris, Sandbags, & Lake Levels

THIS POST IS OLD INFORMATION FROM JUNE 16/17 STORM. STAY POSTED FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Residents who have storm debris, please  cut in to manageable sections of 10′ or less. As weather and availability permit, City Staff will pick up from curb. Sand and sand bags are available to Dickinson County residents. Go to www.dcem.us for…

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CLEAN UP DAY: JUNE 3, 2024

  The annual Clean-Up Day will be Monday, June 3rd, 2024.  It will be 1 day only. Clean-Up Day is designed to pick up items not normally picked up for regular garbage collection & is for residential only.  Please limit the weight of items you wish to have picked up &  have your items at the curb before the designated day. Be sure…

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