2025 Session
§ 379.03 — Notice of Hearing
Plain-Language Summary
Before the county board acts on a petition to change town boundaries or create a new town, it must post notice of the hearing at least 30 days in advance within the affected area. The notice must include a copy of the petition and be served on the clerk of each affected town.
379.03 NOTICE OF HEARING.
Before acting on any petition mentioned in section 379.02, the county board shall cause 30 days’ posted notice of the time of hearing the same to be given within the bounds of the territory proposed to be partitioned, altered, or formed into a new town. Such notice shall include a copy of the petition, and be served on the clerk of each town whose territory may be affected.
History:
History: History: (790) RL s 453
Practical Notes
This 30-day notice requirement gives residents time to learn about proposed changes and prepare to speak at the hearing. Town clerks in affected areas must be personally served with the notice.