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Application Process  - Human Resources
  		• If I submit a resume, will your office contact me when a job becomes available that I am qualified for?
  		• How can I apply for County jobs?

    Board of Supervisors  - Board of Supervisors
  		• Where do I get a marriage license?
  		• What is the number for the Cedar Rapids/Linn County Solid Waste Agency (formerly Bluestem)?
  		• What if I missed my court date?
  		• What is the number for the Clerk of Court?
  		• Where do I get my driver’s license?
  		• Where do I get my license plates?
  		• What is the phone number for the Humane Society?
  		• What is the number for the Social Security Office?
  		• What is the number for the Extension Service?
  		• Where do I get a copy of my birth certificate?
  		• Where do I get a burn permit?
  		• When does the Board of Supervisors meet?
  		• How do I apply for a Witwer grant?
  		• Are there aids available for Board meetings if I am hard of hearing?
  		• How do items get on the Board's agenda?

    Building  - Planning and Development
  		• Is a building permit required for siding, roofing or replacing windows in Linn County?
  		• When are inspections required in Linn County and how do I set up an inspection?
  		• What are the building inspectors' hours?
  		• What are the current construction codes for Linn County?
  		• How much does a building permit cost in Linn County?

    Business Services  - Options
  		• How does a business get a quote for work from Options?
  		• How does a business get the product to Options?
  		• What is the turn around time for finished product from Options?
  		• What can Options do for my business?

    Child Development  - Child Development Center
  		• Does your center operate year round?
  		• What ages does the Linn County Child Development Center serve?
  		• Does a family need to be of low-income for children to attend the Linn County Child Development Center?
  		• Does the Linn County Child Development Center provide a “pre-school program”?
  		• What is an “accredited” child care center?
  		• What hours is the Linn County Child Development Center open?
  		• What are the qualifications of the staff at the center?
  		• Do you provide programming for school-age children?
  		• My child needs some special help and support--can the center serve her?
  		• What are your facilities like?

    Clinic  - Public Health
  		• Where can I get tested for sexually transmitted diseases?
  		• Where can I get a HIV test?
  		• Where can I get a tetanus shot?
  		• Where can I get a physical for school, sports, camp, etc?
  		• How can I get a copy of my immunization records?

    Common Questions  - Emergency Management
  		• What is the Special Needs Program?
  		• What is the difference between a “Watch” and a “Warning?”
  		• What is Emergency Management?
  		• Why can’t I hear the emergency sirens in my house?
  		• If there is a local disaster, should I go pick up my children at school?
  		• How do I "Shelter-in-Place?"
  		• What should I do when I hear the emergency sirens?

    Community Services  - Community Services - Core Services
  		• Is Community Services the same as the Department of Human Services?
  		• Is Community Services where I go to get food stamps?
  		• Where can I report child abuse/neglect or suspected child abuse/neglect?
  		• I've never heard of Community Services before. Is it a new department?
  		• Where can I find out about low-income housing (like Section 8 housing)?
  		• What are the programs of Linn County Community Services?
  		• Where can I apply for a County job?
  		• What groups of people receive service from Linn County Community Services?

    Correctional Center  - Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Brian D. Gardner
  		• How do I send mail to an inmate in the Linn County Correctional Center?
  		• How many visits per week is an inmate allowed? Who can visit?
  		• What is restricted in the visitation area?
  		• For what reasons can I be denied visiting an inmate?
  		• Can I bring money in to the inmates so they can purchase commissary items?
  		• When are the inmates allowed to use the telephones?
  		• How do I set up a pre-paid phone account so I can receive calls from inmates at the Linn County Correctional Center?
  		• How do I have my phone number blocked so I don't receive phone calls from inmates at the Linn County Correctional Center?
  		• Why will the Correctional Center phone system not allow an inmate to call my phone number?
  		• Can I bring clothing in for an inmate?
  		• If I'm coming into the Linn County Correctional Center to serve time, what can I bring with me?
  		• What time is arraignment court for those appearing the first time?
  		• Can I watch arraignment court?
  		• If an inmate has a death in the family or other family emergency, how do they go about getting released from the Linn County Correctional Center?
  		• If I owe fines, room and board money, or have a question about a garnishment, who do I contact to make a payment or payment arrangements?
  		• Where is the Linn County Correctional Center located?
  		• What are the inmate visiting hours at the Correctional Center?
  		• What type of identification do I need to visit an inmate?

    Criminal Division  - Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Brian D. Gardner
  		• What identification is required to get a permit to acquire a handgun?
  		• Does an individual need to register their handgun(s) in the state of Iowa?
  		• When does the Linn County Sheriff's Office do fingerprinting? What does it cost?
  		• How much does it cost to get a copy of an accident or criminal report?
  		• How can a person find out if an individual is on the Sex Offender Registry?
  		• What does a person need to get a permit to carry a weapon (non-professional or professional)?
  		• When can I apply for a weapon permit (permit to acquire and/or permit to carry)?
  		• How can I get a copy of a photograph from an accident report?
  		• What are the training requirements for a new Iowa professional or nonprofessional permit to carry weapons?
  		• What defines a NEW APPLICATION and a RENEWAL APPLICATION?
  		• Who is eligible for a permit to carry weapons?

    Customer Feedback Form  - LIFTS
  		• How do I provide LIFTS customer feedback?

    Dust Control  - Engineering & Secondary Road Department
  		• What type of dust control is available?
  		• When is the sign-up period for dust control?
  		• If the oil on my road is still good, can I keep it?
  		• Is the retain permit refundable if my oil or seal coat can not be retained?
  		• I rent a house on a county road and would like to put dust control down. Can I put dust control down even if I don’t own the property?
  		• I want to put dust control in front of my property but it will also be in front of a neighbor's house. Can I do that?
  		• Will my dust control still be effective after they blade the road?
  		• Does the County fill gaps between dust control areas?

    Entrance Permits  - Engineering & Secondary Road Department
  		• Do I need a permit to widen my driveway?
  		• Can I put in a second driveway?
  		• I am building a new house. There is a driveway already there but it is for a field. I want to use the same driveway. Is that possible?
  		• Will my driveway permit expire?
  		• Do I need an entrance permit for my driveway even if it won't require a culvert?
  		• Do I need a permit to concrete or pave my driveway?

    Environmental  - Public Health
  		• I am selling my home that has a septic system and a well. A lending company says I need to have them checked. What do I do?
  		• My business needs to install equipment that requires venting. Do I need a permit for my air exhaust?

    FAMILY FARM CREDIT  - Assessor
  		• What is the Family Farm Credit (State Code of Iowa 425A) and how do I qualify?

    FAQ  - Aging & Disability Resource Center of Linn County
  		• What kinds of things can I get help with?
  		• What agencies does the Aging & Disabililty Resource Center of Linn County work with?
  		• What does it cost?
  		• What about the agencies providing service?
  		• Who makes the decisions about services?
  		• Who do I call to receive Options Counseling services from the Aging & Disability Resource Center?
  		• Is the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Linn County part of The Heritage Agency on Aging?
  		• How do I qualify for Aging & Disability Resource Center services?
  		• Why use the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Linn County?
  		• When does the Historic Preservation Commission meet?
  		• How do I apply for a county Historic Preservation Grant?

    Finance and Budget  - Finance And Budget
  		• Are there definitions for the terms in the financial report and the budget document?
  		• How can I get a copy of the Linn County audit?

    Financial Assistance  - MHDD-Mental Health And Developmental Disability Services
  		• How do I apply for SSI?

    Financial Division  - Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Brian D. Gardner
  		• How can one pay for Room and Board?
  		• Why charge for room and board?
  		• Does the Sheriff's Office collect past due court fines?
  		• Why would the Sheriff's Office accept the court fine collection responsibility?
  		• If I owe court fines or room and board, what should I do?
  		• As a concerned taxpayer, what can I do to help?
  		• Why have a Financial Division?
  		• What is a Room and Board fee?
  		• What if someone refuses to pay Correctional Center room and board fees?

    General  - Home Health
  		• How do I apply for service?
  		• How much does service cost?
  		• Is there a waiting list?
  		• How long will it take to get services started?
  		• Where can I get help with yard work or fixing my house?
  		• How do I report adult abuse?
  		• How can I get paid to take care of someone in their home?
  		• What can the HCA do?
  		• How do I qualify?
  		• Does Linn County currently maintain a vendor list?
  		• How can I contact the Purchasing Division or the Mailroom?

    General Assistance  - Linn County General Assistance
  		• Does General Assistance help with transportation?
  		• What are your office hours?
  		• Where do I apply for Food Assistance (Food Stamps) or FIP - Family Investment Program?
  		• Can you pay to get my car repaired?
  		• How do I apply for S.S.I (Supplemental Security Income)
  		• What is United Way 211?
  		• How do I get a NACo Prescription Discount Card?
  		• How do I apply for General Assistance?

    General Employment Relations  - Human Resources
  		• What is the current minimum wage?
  		• Where can I apply for City jobs?
  		• I think I was fired from my job because of my age. Who do I call to file a complaint?
  		• How many employees does Linn County have?
  		• Where can I get a work permit for my 14 year old?
  		• How can I find out about County jobs?
  		• Where do I file for unemployment benefits?
  		• What is the contact information for Department of Human Services (DHS)?

    General Health Questions  - Public Health
  		• How would my child become lead poisoned?
  		• Can I volunteer to help prepare Linn County against emergencies posed by natural and man-made disasters?
  		• I plan to travel overseas. Should I be concerned about any diseases and do I need any vaccinations?
  		• Where can I get my child tested for lead poisoning?
  		• Where do I get information on OSHA-type worker safety rules?
  		• Where can I get the 8-hour Lead Safe Renovation, Remodeling & Painting training?
  		• What is the Linn County Special Needs Registry?

    General Questions  - Veteran Affairs
  		• How can I contact Veteran Affairs?
  		• How do I qualify for the veteran affairs relief program?
  		• How can I obtain a copy of my military records?
  		• How do I enroll for VA medical benefits?
  		• Does the Department of Veteran Affairs have 24-hour crisis line?
  		• How do I get a ride to the Iowa City VA Hospital
  		• How do I get Veterans designation on Drivers License?

    General Service Division  - Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Brian D. Gardner
  		• What are some of the most Frequently Asked Questions regarding the hiring process for Deputy Sheriff?
  		• What is the general job description for Deputy Sheriff?
  		• What is the Benefit Package and Minimum Requirements for a Deputy Sheriff?

    Home and Garden  - Soil Conservation
  		• Where do I go for help in identifying outdoor plants and associated diseases?

    HOMESTEAD CREDIT  - Assessor
  		• How do I qualify for homestead credit?
  		• How do I apply for homestead credit?

    Indoor  - Public Health
  		• What is radon?
  		• Where can radon test kits be purchased?
  		• Can new homes be built to lessen the entry of radon into the home?
  		• Can my work, home or school be inspected for indoor air quality (IAQ) concerns?

    Juvenile  - Attorney
  		• Can the county attorney or juvenile court help me enforce or modify child support and visitation orders entered by District Court in my divorce/child custody proceedings?
  		• How do I emancipate my child? How do I, a minor, become emancipated?
  		• My child is under age 18 and has run away from home. What can I do to get them back?
  		• I am the victim of a crime committed by a juvenile. The police department told me to contact your office to find out when the court hearing will be held and when I will receive my restitution.
  		• I can't get through to my own attorney and I need to talk to someone, so may I speak to the county attorney?
  		• I am the victim of a crime and I would like a copy of the police report.
  		• I cannot afford an attorney so how can I apply for a court-appointed attorney?
  		• A juvenile is harassing/threatening a member of my family or myself. Can the county attorney help me obtain a restraining order against the juvenile?
  		• The Department of Human Services has removed my grandchild/niece/nephew from the parent's home. Can the County Attorney tell me what is going on, and how can I become involved in the case?

    Location  - MHDD-Mental Health And Developmental Disability Services
  		• How do I get to the MHDD offices?
  		• Where is the best place to park when visiting MHDD?

    Mapping/GIS  - Auditor Joel D. Miller, CERA
  		• Where do I get a map of a property in Linn County?
  		• How do I get digital maps and parcel information?
  		• Where on the Internet can I view aerial photography?
  		• Do you have maps for other counties in Iowa?

    MHDD Services  - MHDD-Mental Health And Developmental Disability Services
  		• I just moved here from Council Bluffs. Do I have to go all the way back there to apply for county assistance with mental health costs?
  		• What's going to happen to my son with intellectual disabilities when I am too old to care for him anymore?
  		• I got fired because I had a seizure on the job. Isn’t that against the law?
  		• I’m afraid my sister is going to hurt my mom, with whom she lives. She is on disability and has been doing okay, but recently she’s talking really strange and won’t take her medicine.
  		• It's after hours and all mental health offices are closed. My family is having a mental health crisis. Who should I call?
  		• How do I apply for Social Security Disability?
  		• Where do I go to get Food Stamps?
  		• I just moved here from out of state. Am I eligible for Linn County services?
  		• My son or daughter with disabilities will be graduating in the next six months and I have no idea what they will do next. I have heard there are lots of services but none of it is clear to me. Who can I talk to about my concerns?

    MILITARY EXEMPTION  - Assessor
  		• How do I qualify for the military exemption?
  		• How do I apply for military exemption?

    Miscellaneous  - Engineering & Secondary Road Department
  		• How do I know what maintenance district or Board of Supervisor district I am in?
  		• Where do I find maps of the Linn County Secondary Road system on the website?

    Motor Vehicle  - Treasurer
  		• For a list of frequently asked questions relating to motor vehicle topics such as title, registration, calculation of registration fees, replacement documents, refunds or credits and special or personalized plates.

    OTHER EXEMPTIONS  - Assessor
  		• What other exemptions are there and when should I file?

    Other Permits and 911  - Engineering & Secondary Road Department
  		• How do I obtain a 911 address?
  		• Who do I call if I want to build a pond?
  		• What do I do if my blue and white 911 sign is damaged or stolen?

    Outdoor  - Public Health
  		• What can I do to protect myself from mosquitoes and the West Nile Virus?
  		• Why can I not burn my leaves and garden material when I live in Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha or Marion?

    Passenger Information  - LIFTS
  		• How do I make a reservation to ride LIFTS?
  		• What is the best time to call LIFTS for a ride?
  		• Can I take a LIFTS bus to go grocery shopping?
  		• Will the LIFTS driver help me on and off the bus?
  		• Can I take my oxygen tank on the LIFTS bus?
  		• Can I take my service animal on the LIFTS bus with me?

    Patrol Division  - Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Brian D. Gardner
  		• How do I report a crime or a traffic accident?
  		• What are the Patrol Division's hours of operation?
  		• Can I make a report over the telephone or does a deputy need to come to my house?

    Payment  - Engineering & Secondary Road Department
  		• Who do I make my check payable to?
  		• Do you accept credit or debit cards?

    Planning  - Planning and Development
  		• What is a certain property or area designated on Linn County's Land Use Plan?
  		• Is there a deadline for submitting my application for next month's agenda?

    Planning & Development  - Planning and Development
  		• What permits are required to build a new house in Linn County?
  		• What is the "farm exemption" and what qualifies for the exemption?
  		• How do I find out who owns a certain property in Linn County?
  		• Does the office of Linn County Planning and Development accept public speaking engagements?
  		• How do I contact area City building and zoning departments?
  		• Where can I get septic and well permits for construction in Linn County?
  		• Where do I get a burning permit for Linn County?
  		• What are the hours of the Linn County Planning & Development office?
  		• Where is the office of Linn County Planning & Development located?
  		• Where do I find important dates for Linn County Planning and Development?
  		• What utilities are available in my area?
  		• Can I build a garage or shed on my property in rural Linn County?
  		• Who do I call about drainage issues?
  		• Who do I ask about my subdivision covenants?
  		• What are the regulations for putting a mobile or manufactured home on my property in rural Linn County?
  		• Can I view aerial photos of Linn County on the internet?
  		• Where do I go to get an address for my property?

    Pond Questions  - Soil Conservation
  		• Who regulates pond construction in Linn County?
  		• Where can I go to find information on pond design?
  		• How do know if I have a suitable pond site?
  		• How do I maintain a pond for fish?

    Protective  - Home Health
  		• How can I get services?
  		• Can I hire a HCA to supervise visits?
  		• How do I report child abuse?
  		• What can the HCA do?

    Real Estate  - Auditor Joel D. Miller, CERA
  		• Where do I file for Homestead and Military tax credits?
  		• How do I get a sale tax permit?
  		• How do I find liens and judgments on a piece of property?
  		• Where do I pay property taxes?
  		• Where can I find out more information about my tax rate for my property?
  		• How can I find out the assessed value for my property?
  		• Where can I find Spouse Survivorship Affidavit form?
  		• Where can I get a copy of my property deed?
  		• How can I find out about past taxes?
  		• Where can I get an estimate for property taxes?

    Recorder  - Recorder
  		• When are hunting/fishing licenses available for sale?
  		• If I'm 65, do I need a habitat stamp for fishing or hunting?
  		• Can a boat, snowmobile or ATV be transferred on an expired registration?
  		• Where do I find articles of incorporation for business?
  		• Where do I get a sales tax permit?
  		• Where do I apply for homestead/military tax credit?

    Risk Management General Questions  - Risk Management
  		• I would like to report concerns associated with a county road. Who do I call?
  		• I work in Linn County and have some safety concerns relative to my workplace. Who do I call?
  		• How do I request the use of county property or a county facility?
  		• Who is the worker's compensation carrier for Linn County?
  		• What are the insurance requirements for fireworks permit issuance?
  		• Who do I contact with questions about Linn County's privacy practices related to protected health information (HIPAA)?
  		• How do I get a fireworks permit application?

    Services  - Options
  		• What can you do for businesses?
  		• Who can work at Options?
  		• How do I get Options service?
  		• I have a disability. How can I apply to Options?
  		• Does Options help someone find employment in the community?
  		• Do you have a phone I can use?
  		• Is there an Options application online?

    Taxes  - Treasurer
  		• When do I receive a property tax statement?
  		• When are my taxes due?
  		• What period of time do these taxes cover?
  		• If my payment is postmarked on the due date, is that acceptable?
  		• I thought my mortgage company paid my taxes?
  		• What happens if I do not receive a tax statement?
  		• Can I make a partial payment on my tax due?
  		• What are my payment options when paying my property taxes?
  		• I am going to be moving my mobile home to another location. Do I need a tax clearance form?
  		• How late can I pay my taxes and not get my name published?
  		• Why were special assessments mailed to me?
  		• Is there any type of credit or help available for the elderly?
  		• How do I change a mailing address for my tax statement?

    Vital Statistics  - Recorder
  		• Does the Linn County Recorder have records for out-of-the-county births and deaths?
  		• Can I apply for a marriage license in one county in Iowa and get married in another?
  		• Are divorce records kept in the Recorder's Office?

    Voting and Elections  - Auditor Joel D. Miller, CERA
  		• How do I get an absentee ballot?
  		• Where do I register to vote?
  		• Are there maps of the Supervisor Districts?
  		• Do I have to show identification at my polling place?
  		• When and where are the election results available?
  		• What and when is the Pre-registration Deadline for voting?
  		• If I miss the Pre-registration Deadline, can I still vote?

    Winter Weather  - Engineering & Secondary Road Department
  		• When will my road be plowed?
  		• The post office will not deliver my mail because of the snow in front of my mailbox. Will the County be out to remove this snow?
  		• What are your hours of operation for winter snow removal?
  		• Do you sand and salt gravel roads?
  		• Why did the snow plow push snow beyond the edge of the road?
  		• My mailbox was destroyed by your plow. Are you going to replace it?

    Zoning  - Planning and Development
  		• Where do I obtain agendas for Linn County zoning meetings?
  		• How do I find out what the current zoning is for a certain property in Linn County?
  		• Can I operate a business from my home in Linn County?
  		• What are the required lot sizes and setbacks?
  		• What is the status of my Linn County zoning case?
  		• My property is subject to deed restrictions (covenants). What are they and does Linn County enforce them?
  		• What do I need to do to divide my property in rural Linn County?
  		• Can I sell the original farmhouse from the farm?
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