News & Announcements

Phase 2 Park Renovation Project

Posted on March 30, 2026

Phase 2 of our Park Renovation Project will take place early summer. We will be installing a glider and 3 activity panels. We are excited to report that we have received grant money from the following organizations. Alliant – $1000, Winneshiek County Foundation – $10,000, ICAP – $1000, a memorial …

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Fort Atkinson Rendezvous – Celebrating 50 Years!

Posted on March 30, 2026

This year marks our 50th Rendezvous – a celebration of the volunteers, families, and community members who have kept this tradition alive for generations.  Whether it’s your first visit or your fiftieth, we hope to see you at one of Iowa’s most treasured historic sites! For half a century, the …

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Council Meeting MONDAY, March 2, 2026 (note date change)

Posted on February 26, 2026

Regular meeting date changed to March 2, 2026 Fort Atkinson Community Center @ 6:00 P.M.  

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FORT ATKINSON STATE PARK IS NOW OPEN

Posted on July 3, 2024

Fort Atkinson Preserve historic fort reopen to the public FORT ATKINSON — The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is pleased to announce that the Fort Atkinson State Preserve is once again open to the public. The site was closed this spring to repair several of the historic structures at …

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NO BURNING ALLOWED

Posted on October 27, 2022

THE CITY OF FORT ATKINSON ALLOWS NO BURNING WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS

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You May be Eligible for Funding Assistance for Home Repairs

Posted on April 22, 2022

The Northeast Iowa Regional Housing Trust Fund (NEIHTF) is accepting applications for housing rehabilitation/improvement projects. Applicants can be low-moderate income homeowners, non-profit organizations or for-profit organizations to promote and create affordable housing activities. All applicants must be in one of the four counties of Allamakee, Clay, Howard and Winneshiek. Eligible …

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City Building Availability

Posted on July 6, 2021

The community center is now open for public use. Contact Greg Barta at 563-380-7741 or on his cell (563-380-7741) with any questions.

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Flood Insurance

Posted on December 9, 2017

Federal Flood Insurance Is Now Available In The City of Fort Atkinson Effective October 14, 2010, the City of Fort Atkinson has qualified as a participant in the National Flood Insurance Program. Click the PDF below for further information. Federal Flood Insurance Information

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Yard Waste Information

Posted on November 9, 2017

There is no open burning allowed within the city limits of Fort Atkinson. Yard waste; leaves, brush, trees, garden waste, can be taken to the City’s yard waste site. The site is located on the south side of the campground located in the City Park. This dump-site is for yard …

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