Benton County Supervisors Approve ARPA Report Filing

Board also sets date for land use change hearing

Apr. 17, 2026 at 11:46pm

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A photorealistic painting of a government building with a classic mid-20th century architectural style, the exterior bathed in warm, golden light and deep shadows, conveying a sense of quiet civic duty and administrative function.The routine business of local government unfolds within the stately walls of the Benton County Service Center.Vinton Today

The Benton County Board of Supervisors held a routine meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the Benton County Service Center in Vinton, Iowa. During the meeting, the board approved the filing of the annual ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) report and set a date of Tuesday, May 5 at 9:15 a.m. for a land use change hearing.

Why it matters

The ARPA report filing and land use change hearing are standard procedures for the Benton County Board of Supervisors as they oversee the county's finances and development. These routine actions help ensure transparency and proper governance at the local level.

The details

At their meeting, the Benton County Board of Supervisors approved the filing of the ARPA annual report, which details how the county has utilized federal pandemic relief funds. The board also scheduled a land use change hearing for Tuesday, May 5 at 9:15 a.m., where they will consider a proposed change to the county's zoning or development plans.

  • The Benton County Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • The land use change hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5 at 9:15 a.m.

The players

Benton County Board of Supervisors

The elected governing body of Benton County, Iowa, responsible for overseeing the county's finances, development, and operations.

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What’s next

The Benton County Board of Supervisors will hold the scheduled land use change hearing on Tuesday, May 5 at 9:15 a.m. to consider the proposed zoning or development plan alteration.

The takeaway

This meeting demonstrates the Benton County Board of Supervisors carrying out their routine duties of financial oversight and land use planning, ensuring transparent and responsible governance at the local level.