Moving Here
The library is much more than a place to check out books. We have programs and services for everyone in our community. Friendly and knowledgeable librarians will help you find the materials and information you’re looking for.
Schools
The Maquoketa Community School District, in full partnership with the community, is committed to providing life-long learning opportunities, which enable all learners to develop their potential. All students will learn to communicate, work both independently and with others, and manage change.
Police Department
The mission of the Maquoketa Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in the community with the dedication to excellence. The Maquoketa Police Department is a team of committed people whose focus is on safety and service. The 32 members make up three divisions: Enforcement, Communications, and Reserves.
Fire Department
The mission of the Maquoketa Fire Department is to protect the people and the property of Maquoketa and the surrounding area from fire and to educate and demonstrate fire prevention. The Maquoketa Fire Department consists of trained volunteers who are dedicated to saving lives and property in and around the Maquoketa area. Training is held on the first and third Thursdays of each month. The Maquoketa Rescue Squad is operated within the Maquoketa Fire Department and its member’s train on the second Thursday of each month.
Hospitals
Genesis Health System is committed to minimizing health care costs, enhancing the range and quality of services offered, and improving access to care for those in need. Our affiliates bring together more than 665 licensed beds, 700 physicians, 5,000 staff members and hundreds of volunteers to serve our community.
Utilities
Senior Living Facilities
- Clover Ridge Place Retirement Community - 205 Ehlers Lane Maquoketa, IA 52060 563-652-2125
- Jackson County Senior Center/Adult Day Center - 1000 E. Quarry StreetMaquoketa, IA 52060563-652-6771
Civic Clubs and Organizations
Maquoketa, Iowa
*All Area Codes are 563 unless otherwise stated*
Alzheimer’s Association Greater
Iowa Chapter- 800-272-3900
5900 Saratoga Plaza, Suite 11
Dubuque, IA 5200
Boy Scouts
Chris Banowetz, Scoutmaster
Angie Banowetz, Committee Chair
Cgbano39@gmail.com
Cub Scouts Pack #238
Tom Wiebenga, Cubmaster
Contact by email only:
maquoketacubscouts@gmail.com
Dept. of Human Services –
For Jackson County
121 6th Ave. South – 563-242-0573
Clinton, IA 52732
Maquoketa Community Serv.
Board of Directors – 563-652-2640
P.O. Box 974, 107 S. Jones Ave.
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Maquoketa Ed. Adv. Council
Maquoketa Comm. School Dist.
612 S. Vermont St. – 563-652-4984
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Jackson Co. Hospital Auxiliary
c/o Jackson Co. Regional Center
700 W. Grove St. 563-652-2474
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Jackson/Clinton Co. Dairy Assoc.
Karen & Allen Till
7707 Highway 62
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Jackson Co. Board of Realtors
Heather Hafner, Assoc. Exec.
106 W. Quarry – 563-652-5638
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Jackson Co. Fair Association
Lanny Simpson – 563-652-4282
P.O. Box 859, 1212 E. Quarry
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Jackson Co. Historical Society
Bonnie Mitchell, Curator
1212 E. Quarry – 563-652-5020
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Kiwanis Club of Maquoketa
Attn: President
Box 701
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Maquoketa Optimist Club
Attn.: President
P.O. Box 803
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Masonic Temple – Helion Lodge
Ron Mitchell
107 N. Decker St.
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Maquoketa Rotary Club
Box 671
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Master Gardeners – Jackson Co.
Jackson County Extension Office
201 W. Platt St. – 563-652-4923
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Peace Pipe Players
President
P.O. Box 1255
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Terry Creegan
1102 E. Platt St. – 563-652-6626
Maquoketa, IA 52060
Women’s Resource Center
United Church of Christ – 563-326-6431
Crisis Line 563-326-9191
206 E. Platt, P.O. Box 893 Mon. & Wed.
Maquoketa, IA 52060