Welcome to the City of Chariton's official website! We are excited to use this site to communicate online with our citizens, businesses, and visitors

At the City of Chariton, we strive to provide up-to-date information on services that enhance your quality of life. We will continue to expand the content and enhance the visual aspect of the site and welcome any feedback from visitors.
 

 


The City of Chariton is looking for their next City Manager.

For a complete job description, visit City of Chariton Position and Community Profile


 We are excited to share our Master Plan for the Yocom Park with you!!

For more details and to view the full plan, visit Link to Yocom Park Master Plan
 Thank you for being a part of this exciting transformation!

 


 Friday, October 25, we will be closing early at 10:30 a.m., due to staff training.


Beggars Night 

Trick or Treat in the City of Chariton is set for Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 5 p.m.-8 p.m.

Please leave your porch light on to participate.


🏀 Youth Basketball Sign-Up Now Open! 🏀

K-6th grade boys and girls, get ready to hit the court!

Games will be played on Saturdays in November-December.
Registration is $30 and forms can be found here Basketball 2024 and dropped off at City Hall (115 S. Main).
All forms are due by 11 a.m. Friday, October 18, 2024.

 


  Rental Inspection Program - Starts on July 1, 2023 

The City of Chariton has implemented a rental inspection program, which will start on July 1, 2023. All rental properties will need to register, and inspections will occur on properties in the city limits. For information on the rental inspection program, please visit our website


 City of Chariton's Urban Revitalization Plan  

The Chariton Urban Revitalization Plan is intended to encourage development, redevelopment, and revitalization in the corporate city limits of Chariton. For more details, a copy of the plan, and tax abatement request forms, area available here
 

 

Operations and Services for Chariton Water Department

The Chariton Water Department office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 1:00 pm.  

Water payments may be made by dropping them through the payment box at the water office, payments may be mailed to PO box 866, Chariton Iowa, 50049. The Chariton Water Department has a new website at www.charitonwater.com. Payments can be made on the website.  


  Lucas County Resources Guide 

Lucas County Resources to important information for residents in Lucas County, Created by Lucas County Health Center. 


 Applications are now being accepted for Boards and Commissions

Applications are available at City Hall or online under the government section 


  

The Chariton City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. 

They meet in the Council Chambers in City Hall, located at 115 South Main Street.