Change can be chaos good.

From our landscape to the quality of our public services, Warren County is changing quickly.

We’re fortunate to have growth opportunities and strong rural communities - not every county can say the same.

But, finding common ground in a rural/growth dynamic can be challenging. Sometimes one area is improved while others fall to the wayside. Things get a bit off balance. That’s where we’re at.

It’s time to recalibrate.

 Elect Jenna Thompson 

Nov. 5, 2024

A long-time resident, I believe that investing in all of Warren County is essential - corner to corner, community to community.

I am committed to delivering practical, balanced improvements: pursuing responsible growth and enhancing our rural infrastructure and public services.

Your support matters!

Every dollar, volunteer hour, and yard sign can help Jenna earn votes to serve our county and make a positive impact.

Vote

Jenna

Nov. 5

Vote Jenna Nov. 5

It’s time to elect supervisors who can find common ground, face budget realities, and move forward without moving some of us backward.

Here’s a question I’m asked quite often:

So … what does a County Supervisor do? 

Interestingly, there’s not a simple answer.

To understand why that is, read up on “Home Rule” on page 14 in the Iowa State Association of County’s Manual for New County Officers (click here).

The answer I offer is:

Supervisors influence our quality of life.

The board navigates various issues, weighs trade-offs, and sets priorities. To be effective, supervisors must be able to work with each other (and with all levels of government) to correct inefficiencies and deliver positive results for our residents and communities.

  • Click through the topics below for some key details.

  • A grassroots layer in our intergovernmental system, counties are key to building healthy, vibrant communities.

    County government impacts public safety, planning and zoning, road systems, health and human services, and many other aspects of our daily lives.

  • As the county’s governing body, the Board of Supervisors is typically responsible for policies, budget allocation, real estate matters, tax levies, economic development and more. The board must navigate various issues, weigh trade-offs, and set priorities.

  • But, our “hierarchy” is not vertical - supervisors aren’t like a CEO. We have several elected county officials, each overseeing their own “quasi-independent” departments with nuanced decision-making authority. There are numerous boards, commissions, and other agencies whose decisions impact us. To be effective, supervisors must be able to collaborate.