City of Davenport

FY 2026 Proposed Property Tax Levy Public Hearing notice 👉 https://lnkd.in/gEUA2HQ5. FY 2026 Budget in progress information 👉 https://lnkd.in/gX69d9x5.

🤩Good Neighbor Project partners from Evolution Power Tools visited Hope at the BRICK House earlier this week to serve a meal and spend time with children who attend the after school program! Evolution Power Tools officially joined GNP in 2023 and have been active in the community ever since. With the addition of traditional neighborhoods, GNP has expanded to include several non-profits and for-profit companies. Evolution Power Tools has been a great neighbor by sponsoring The City of Davenport's Cops & Cocoa event for the last two years, and hosting a picnic lunch at their facility for the children from Hope at the BRICK House. Learn more about GNP 👉 davenportiowa.com/gnp.

The City of Davenport is seeking a Housing Rehabilitation Program Manager to join our team! This individual will be responsible for overseeing and managing the City’s neighborhood redevelopment and housing rehabilitation programs. Learn more and apply 👉 davenportiowa.com/careers.

Are you looking to add a new podcast to your library? Tune in to The Davenport Pulse podcast, a podcast aimed at connecting citizens to their local government. Explore important issues, community efforts, and more, right here in Davenport! Listen now 👉 davenportiowa.com/podcast, or anywhere you listen to your favorite podcasts.

🚨Smoke alarms save lives! The Davenport Fire Department is teaming up with the American Red Cross Quad Cities and Northwest Illinois to install smoke alarms! On Saturday, March 8, DFD crews and volunteers will be installing smoke alarms throughout Davenport. Please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 563-326-7906 to schedule a free smoke alarm installation

Have you ever wanted to get a more in depth look into what the Davenport Public Library offers? Apply to DavenportU Citizens Academy! Applications are closing soon! Apply by this Friday, February 21 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKbJDETh.

Fire Chief Mike Carlsten has formally announced his intention to retire from his position with the City of Davenport after 32 years of service. Chief Carlsten has led the Davenport Fire Department as Chief since 2018, but his commitment to public service started when he first joined the department in 1993. He was assigned to Central Station for the majority of his career, first as Firefighter. He rose through the ranks to Engineer, Lieutenant, Captain, District Chief, and most recently, Fire Chief. Chief Carlsten has been recognized for his professionalism many times throughout his career. He received the Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) in 2017 and 2020. He was also named the American Legion Firefighter of the Year in 2003. Carlsten earned his master’s in organizational leadership from St. Ambrose University in 2015 and is a Certified Public Manager. "It’s been an honor and a privilege to serve the people of Davenport,” said Carlsten. “My fondest memories are of the dedicated men and women I’ve served with and the camaraderie we shared.” The Davenport Fire Department is proud to be one of only 311 accredited agencies through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the CPSE. The Department’s current Insurance Service Office (ISO) rating is a Class 2/2X, putting DFD in the top 5% of departments nationwide. These continued accomplishments under Chief Carlsten’s leadership demonstrate the commitment to providing the highest quality of service to the Davenport community. “I want to thank Chief Carlsten for his years of exceptional service to the people of Davenport,” said Doug Maxeiner, City Administrator. “We wish him the best of luck in his next chapter.” Chief Carlsten plans to remain with the City of Davenport until at least July 1, 2025 to ensure a smooth transition process. A formal search for the next Davenport Fire Chief will begin immediately.

Have you ever wondered about the different ways Public Works maintains the community? Learn more by applying to DavenportU Citizens Academy and experiencing a full day of Davenport Public Works. This ten-session program is aimed at connecting citizens to their local government. Apply today 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJSFQtwy.

💻Join our team! The City of Davenport is seeking a Systems and Security Engineer that will help identify and drive impactful solutions to ensure a secure and stable environment. Learn more and apply today 👉 davenportiowa.com/careers.

📖Class is now in session! DavenportU Citizens Academy is back this spring. Have you ever wondered how heavy a Firefighters gear is or what the library offers besides books? This ten-week program is aimed at connecting citizens to their local government, exploring topics such as public safety, budget planning, project prioritization, and more. Apply today, spots are limited 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJSFQtwy.