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Jefferson County, Iowa
Jefferson County, located in southeastern Iowa, has a population of 15,663. It is governed by a Board of Supervisors.
The County Seat is Fairfield, Iowa. There are seven incorporated towns in Jefferson County, Iowa.
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Jefferson County Iowa Map, 1871
Maybe you've seen this map on a restaurant wall or museum? Well, the library of congress keeps a high res version of this on their website. You...
Maasdam Barns
The Maasdam Barns are emblematic of the entrepreneurial spirit, which has characterized Jefferson County, Iowa, for well over a century. The...
Brand New Website!
Welcome to our new online presence. In June of 2023, Jefferson County, Iowa got an entirely new website. We hope this new website dramatically...
Courtroom Renovation Dedication
The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors approved a plan to renovate and remodel the Jefferson County courtroom in the courthouse. Renovation...
Courtroom Renovation Photos, May 20, 2010
Work on the fixtures continues in the courtroom, and the Assessor's office is ready for move-in day. It should all be ready for Dedication...
Courthouse Hours
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8am – 4:30pm
Location:
51 W Briggs Ave.
Fairfield, IA 52556
Jefferson County Courthouse
Fairfest Music Festival
Jefferson County, Iowa
Board of Supervisors
Jefferson County is administered by a three-member Board of Supervisors who are elected for four-year terms. Other elected officials include the Attorney, Auditor, Recorder, Sheriff, and Treasurer.
The supervisors meet every Monday at the courthouse. The public is invited to attend, but should submit agenda items in advance to the Auditor’s office by noon Thursday. See the Agenda & Minutes.
The County Supervisors main responsibility is setting a county budget to meet the needs of the rural population in the township areas and the human service needs of the entire county. More Jefferson County history >
Supervisors Agendas & Minutes
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| File | Download |
|---|---|
| Minutes 06-05-23 | Download |
| Agenda 06-12-23 | Download |
| Minutes 05-23-23 | Download |
| Minutes 05-22-23 | Download |
| Minutes 05-17-23 | Download |
| Minutes 05-16-23 | Download |
| Minutes 05-15-23 | Download |
| Minutes 05-12-23 | Download |
| Agenda 5-29-23 | Download |
| Agenda for week of May 22, 2023 | Download |
| Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget (Notice of Public Hearing) | Download |
| Minutes of May 10 , 2023 | Download |
| Agenda for week of May 15, 2023 | Download |
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