City of Chelsea, Iowa

06/03/2026

Paying your water bills just got easier. Our online payment portal is open 24/7. Pay from your phone, tablet, or computer.

https://chelseaia.frontdeskgworks.com

04/16/2026

City-Wide Clean Up is back!

02/09/2026

City of Chelsea – Water Bill Mailing Update

The City of Chelsea would like to share an update regarding recent water bill delivery.

Some residents reported that their January water bills arrived later than usual or were not received. This occurred because postcard stamps needed for mailing were not available at the Chelsea post office even though she had requested them from higher branch, which delayed mailing until January 8 rather than the typical mailing date of the 4th.

We understand how important timely billing is and have taken steps to prevent this from happening again. The City has ordered and stocked a multi-month supply of postcard stamps to ensure future bills are mailed on schedule without reliance on irregular stamp availability. We will continue to support our local Post Office.

To ensure fairness, late penalties were not applied to accounts that were current prior to this delayed mailing. Residents who have questions about their bill or would like to review their account are encouraged to contact City Hall, and we will be happy to assist.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue working to serve our community responsibly and transparently.

City of Chelsea
City Hall: 641-489-2525
Office Hours: Mondays 1pm-4pm and Tuesdays 1:30-4, other hours by appointment

09/30/2025

🎃👻 Join us for a Spooktacular Night of Fun! 👻🎃

Bring the family to Chelsea Community Park for our Halloween Trunk-or-Treat! 🚗🍬

📅 Friday, October 31
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM

✨ Highlights:
• Award for Best Decorated Trunk 🏆
• Haunted Enclosed Trailer 👀
• Free Popcorn 🍿

Sponsored by Chelsea Savings Bank 💜

Come in costume, bring your candy buckets, and enjoy a safe and festive night of Halloween fun! 🕷🧛‍♂️🧙‍♀️

07/08/2025

Chelsea, like most cities in Iowa, uses the Mayor-Council form of government. City elections in Iowa are held in odd-numbered years. The City Council terms are four years and are staggered, so that in one city election three Council terms are expiring and in the next city election two Council terms are expiring. The terms of Mayor and 2 Council members are up at the end of 2025.
The opportunity to run for political office is a privilege we enjoy in our society. To hold office in a city, a candidate must meet the same qualifications required to vote and be a resident of the city he or she plans to serve. For the 2025 election cycle, the filing period is August 25 to September 18, 2025. Anyone wishing to have their name on the ballot to serve as mayor or on the city Council must complete two forms and submit them to the County Auditor by September 18 at 5 PM. The two forms are the affidavit of candidacy, which must be completed by the candidate and signed in the presence of a notary, and a nomination petition, which must contain the signatures of at least 10 eligible voters.
These forms are available from the city clerk, from any courthouse in Iowa or from the Secretary of State website.
These year’s election will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Interested in running for a political office? Learn what the requirements are and resources available.

06/18/2025

The City of Chelsea is now offering FrontDesk, a modern and convenient solution that provides online access to a variety of tools to interact with us including your utility account. Sign up for FrontDesk here (https:chelseaia.frontdeskgworks.com) to get these exciting advantages:
-Modern, online interactions with the City of Chelsea – anywhere, anytime, from any device!
-Conveniently pay your monthly utility bills from the comfort and safety of your home. No more writing out a check each month to pay your utility bill!
-Receive bills electronically. Go green and reduce your stack of paper bills.
-Enroll in autopay so you won’t have to remember to pay your bills each month.
-Update your notification settings so you can receive important messages and notifications via email or text.
-24/7 access to your utility account and usage information including utility usage, tracking multiple accounts, and submitting service requests.

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04/28/2025

Due to a publishing error, the notice for tonight’s budget adoption meeting did not appear in the newspaper as required. As a result, the meeting will be rescheduled to May 12th at 7pm during our council meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

04/25/2025

📚 We’re Hiring! 📚
Chelsea Public Library is looking for a part-time Library Director to help lead our small but mighty community library!

📌 Pay: $12–$15/hour, depending on experience
📌 Hours: 19–22 hours per week
📌 Perks: Paid holidays + vacation after 1 year

Are you organized, friendly, and love working with people of all ages? Whether you’re experienced or eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you! Our library is a welcoming space at the heart of Chelsea, and we’re looking for someone who’s ready to make a difference. Training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

📄 Pick up an application at the Chelsea Public Library or Chelsea City Clerk’s office during business hours,
or email [email protected] to request one.

📬 Completed applications and a cover letter can be returned in person or by email.
📅 This position will remain open until filled!

Tag someone who might be perfect for this! 💛

11/10/2024

From Debbie Rhoads: On Wednesday at 3 AM, we found out our car was stolen. We were notified by the Powasheik County sheriff's office that they pulled a kid over and said he had permission to drive our spare vehicle.
Fortunately, it was recovered undamaged near Grinnell after a traffic stop. Tonight, our neighbor reported a suspicious guy going through vehicles in Chelsea. The thief who stole our car recently turned 18; it is uncertain whether they are the same individual involved in tonight's incidents. please make sure your vehicles and other items are locked up. 

09/01/2024

Big thanks to Rob Fattig for all your hard work in making this park a reality!

CHELSEA — Rob Fattig grew up in Chelsea, graduated from South Tama County High School in 2006, went to Central College and spent over a decade in the engineering field with Pella Corp. before returning home about two years ago and switching careers in the process, following in his father’s foots...