In the heart of scenic Northeast Iowa, Ossian is located in Winneshiek County .  Part of an agricultural community, Ossian has all the benefits of a small town.  It is a safe friendly place to live, where it's 845 residents have a commitment to their quality of life.

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When announcements regarding activities, garbage day changes, etc. are happening, we will try to get the information to you using our Facebook page. 

The City of Ossian is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Foreman. This position will be responsible for planning, organizing and directing the following City operations: streets, sewer and water treatment and distribution systems, storm water, general property and equipment maintenance and any other duties relating to the position or that may be required by the Mayor and/or City Council. A high school diploma or equivalent is required along with a Class B CDL. Applicants must live within the city limits of Ossian or able to relocate. Experience in public works or similar construction work is preferred. The application and full job description can be found at http://www.ossianiowa.com/printable-forms and at the city clerk’s office. Please send cover letter, resume, application for employment, and references to: City of Ossian, Attn Mayor Beckman, P.O. Box 295, Ossian, IA 52161 by April 26, 2021 to be considered for the position.

The City of Ossian, IA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Effective January 1, 2020 it will be legal to operate UTV and Golf carts on city streets, but to do so you must register them at the city clerk's office.  For further information call the city clerk at 563-532-8939 or go to the Printable Forms page here on our web-site where you will find both the registration form and the regulations.   

Mark you calendar for the 2021 Ossian City-Wide Spring Garage Sales 

As mandated by the state of Iowa, The City of Ossian is required to hold a public hearing for a proposed property tax levy for the FY2021/2022 Budget. To see the information listed, you can click on the link below to see the public hearing notice.

On January 1, 2016 an Urban Revitalization Plan became effective in the City of Ossian. 

The purpose of the plan is to offer property tax relief to qualified residential, commercial or industrial owners who increase the actual value of their property by at least 15% with new construction or improvements to property within the city limits. 

Prior to starting a project, an application describing the improvement, cost, etc. must be filed with the Ossian City Council for their approval.  The application can be found under the Forms Tab on this web-site.

Property owners planning improvements to their property are encouraged to contact the city clerk for further information.

Click the link to access the Urban Revitalization Plan

The following report contains information regarding the quality of the Ossian's water system.  The source of the City's water is ground water.

Click here to see the report.