Glenwood Police Department

08/18/2026

Great job Council Bluffs Police Department and all assisting agencies for their quick response and teamwork in locating that individual! This is a great example of how technology, training, and teamwork can make a difference when every minute counts. 👏

We are proud to offer Project Lifesaver to Mills County residents as an added layer of safety for individuals who may be at risk of wandering or becoming lost.

If you have a loved one who may benefit from Project Lifesaver, we encourage you to reach out and see if they are eligible for this program.

📍3 N Vine St Glenwood, IA 51534
☎️ Office Phone: 712-527-9920
📧 Email: [email protected]
📧 Email: [email protected]

Project Lifesaver Success Story:

First responders were recently called to help find a missing older adult enrolled in Project Lifesaver. Teams from Council Bluffs Police Department, Council Bluffs Fire Department, the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office, and Oakland Volunteer Fire Department responded and began searching.

Project Lifesaver participants wear a small transmitter that emits a unique tracking signal. Using a specialized receiver, Council Bluffs Deputy Chief Alex Ford picked up that signal and followed it, helping locate the missing individual near Veterans Memorial Highway.

He was found just 27 minutes after the 911 call and was 2.5 miles from home! A great outcome made possible by technology, training, and teamwork.

That’s exactly what Project Lifesaver is designed to do. The program provides an extra layer of protection for individuals who may be prone to wandering due to dementia, autism, or other cognitive conditions, while giving their families a little more peace of mind. Currently, 42 people are registered in the Project Lifesaver program.

08/03/2026

🚲⚡ Ride Smart. Ride Safe. 🛴🪖

E-bikes and e-scooters are a fun and convenient way to get around, but safety should always come first! Whether you're a rider or a parent, taking a few simple precautions can help prevent serious injuries.

Check out the flyer below! ⬇️

07/31/2026

Don't forget to mark your calendars! You won't want to miss Cultivate Community!

🌱🚔 Join Us for Cultivate Community! 🚔🌱

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
🕔 5:00 – 8:00 P.M.
📍 Glenwood Town Square

Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled evening featuring:

🎈 Bounce Houses
🚗 Shine & Show Car Show
🚂 Train Rides
💦 Water Fun with the Glenwood Fire Department
🍿 FREE Popcorn & Sno-Cones
💧 Dunk Tank hosted by the Glenwood Fire Department
🏪 Displays from Local Businesses
🚓 Law Enforcement Vehicles & Interactive Activities

This is a great opportunity to meet your local first responders, support local businesses, and enjoy a night of family fun in the heart of Glenwood.

We can't wait to see you there!

07/17/2026

🌱🚔 Join Us for Cultivate Community! 🚔🌱

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
🕔 5:00 – 8:00 P.M.
📍 Glenwood Town Square

Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun-filled evening featuring:

🎈 Bounce Houses
🚗 Shine & Show Car Show
🚂 Train Rides
💦 Water Fun with the Glenwood Fire Department
🍿 FREE Popcorn & Sno-Cones
💧 Dunk Tank hosted by the Glenwood Fire Department
🏪 Displays from Local Businesses
🚓 Law Enforcement Vehicles & Interactive Activities

This is a great opportunity to meet your local first responders, support local businesses, and enjoy a night of family fun in the heart of Glenwood.

We can't wait to see you there!

07/02/2026

Our administrative office will be closed tomorrow, July 3rd, in observance of Independence Day. If you need immediate assistance please call 712-527-4844. For emergencies, always dial 911.

We wish everyone a safe, fun, and happy Independence Day!

06/26/2026

06/25/2026

Who is ready to celebrate? We are!!

Thank you to everyone who is planning, contributing, and supporting events for America's Freedom Fest! Glenwood's 250th Birthday Celebration for America!!

We will post daily calendars too, but we wanted you to see our impressive overview of the whole week!

06/25/2026

Notice!

The Glenwood square will be closed to traffic this Sunday for the 250th Independence Day celebration activities. Several family oriented activities if you’re looking for something to do.

06/16/2026

🚨 ATTENTION 🚨

🚧 Starting tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17th, the Glenwood Police Department parking lot will be closed for construction. 🛠️Here is what you need to know:

📅 Duration: Wednesday, June 17th through the morning of Friday, June 19th

🚫 Access: The parking lot will be completely closed to all traffic.

👮 Services: All police services remain fully operational during this time. You can contact our office at 712-527-9920. For all emergencies please dial 911.

🤝 We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we improve our facilities!

📢 Please share this post to help spread the word!

06/09/2026

Glenwood Residents - The trees debris dump site will be open from 6:30am until 2pm each day this week.

Residents in the unincorporated areas, if you aren't disposing of the tree debris on your property or a neighbors burn pile, there are a few options available at the property owners expense.

Loess Hills Regional Sanitary Landfill
Council Bluffs Recycling Center

**The Pottawattamie County Recycling Center outside of Oakland Iowa, DOES NOT accept Tree Debris/yard waste.

We do ask property owners in the unincorporated areas intending to burn their tree debris to contact Mills County 911 Communications at (712) 527-4871.