Our Public Works staff is responsible for the major utilities and infrastructure of the City. Our Director of Public Works is Scott Moorhead. Scott grew up in the area and graduated from Adel Desoto Minburn school. He currently resides in Adel with his wife, five children, and the family dog Charlie. He spends most of his free time working on home renovations, coaching, camping, and spending quality time with his family. Scott looks forward to meeting the community and working with everyone to help Minburn thrive!
One Call Whether you’re trenching in a field, planting a tree or digging a foundation, Iowa law requires everyone to locate underground utilities before digging. Call before you dig! Call 811. or 800-292-8989
Building Permits Building permits are required for building erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, removal, conversion, demolition, fencing, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, sidewalks and driveway work. You can find these at City Hall. *No permit can be issued until all fees have been paid and no work can commence until the permit is issued.