City Services
Ensuring the safety, comfort, and sustainable growth of our community through dedicated municipal leadership.
Emergency Services
The Taylor County Sheriff's Department, Lenox Fire, and Ambulance teams are committed to the safety of our residents. In case of immediate danger or medical need, please contact emergency dispatch.
Public Utilities (LMU)
Reliable electricity, water, and communications services provided by Lenox Municipal Utilities.
- Service Setup & Transfers
- Water Quality Reports
- Community Links
Public Works / Gas
Natural gas maintenance, street repair, and infrastructure management for a safer Lenox.
Gas Service Requirement: A $200 gas deposit is required for new residents. This is fully refundable after one year of consistent on-time payments.
Department Leadership
Blake Horton
Gas & Zoning
Ryan Brown
Street Department
Quent Dalton
Sewer Department
If you smell gas, call 911 immediately.
Do not use phones or light switches in the area. Evacuate the premises immediately.
Call 811 before you dig.
Iowa law requires you to notify utilities at least 48 hours before any excavation project.
Recycling
Eco-friendly waste management solutions and drop-off location.
Paint Your Home Program
Beautification grants funded by the Vern Reynolds Trust ($6,953.54 available annually).
Program Requirements
- Home must be owner-occupied and within Lenox city limits.
- Exterior use only; home must be hand-painted (no spraying).
- Homeowner must complete the application and provide dimensions for paint calculation.
- Paint colors must be approved by the City Council.
- Project must be completed by October 30th of the approval year.
- Must paint the primary home before qualifying for accessory structures.
- Approval is determined by City Hall staff.
Deadlines & Extensions
Applications are accepted March 1st through June 30th. Projects must be completed by October 30th. Failure to complete the project requires reimbursement of all funds to the City. One extension may be requested, subject to City Council approval.
What's Covered
- Paint
- Primer
- Trim Paint
- Scrapers (max 4)
- Brushes (max 6)
*Approved applicants receive supplies, not cash.
Not Covered
- Structural repairs prior to painting
- Labor costs
- Professional painting companies