A Note from the Mayor

Welcome to the City of Spencer! Spencer is the economic hub of northwest Iowa bringing in families and individuals from a 40-50-mile radius. Spencer has a unique, historical and vibrant downtown full of shops and service-oriented businesses. The south side of Spencer has a variety of commercial venues, professional offices and retail outlets. The community is also served by two industrial parks that are home to a variety of manufacturing, warehouses, and service businesses. The north side of the city is on the march as well! The city is in the process of providing street and sewer infrastructure to a 40+ acre commercial development area on north Highway 71. The City of Spencer works together with our partners in the business community and non-profit organizations to create a progressive economic development atmosphere. Whether you would like to start a new business or expand an existing business, the City of Spencer will provide the necessary information and assistance you need.

The community of Spencer also provides the amenities that provide a positive quality of life. The city park system and other recreational venues allow for a multitude of activities including: canoing and kayaking, biking and running trails, golfing, fishing, playgrounds, aquatic center and campground with more opportunities in the planning stages. Whether you want to explore local history, take an art class, or participate in some aspect of theater, the arts are alive and well with the Clay County Heritage Center, Arts on Grand, and the Spencer Community Theater.

Spencer is proud of our outstanding public-school system with state-of-the-art facilities including a nationally recognized middle school. Spencer is also a satellite location for Iowa lakes Community College and is served by two elementary parochial schools. The Spencer Hospital is an excellent regional care facility and is served by a wide variety of physicians and other health care providers. The hospital is presently in the process of upgrading the Emergency Room facility with a multi-million-dollar project.

Whether you are visiting our community or looking for a place to build a business or raise a family, the City of Spencer welcomes you!

Steve Bomgaars Mayor – City of Spencer