Editing Maquoketa, Iowa

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{{Infobox settlement
|official_name            = Maquoketa, Iowa
|settlement_type          = [[City]]
|nickname                 = ''Timber City''
|motto                    = ''One of a Kind''
|image_skyline            = Maquoketa Middle School.jpg 
|imagesize                = 
|image_caption            = Maquoketa Middle School
|image_map = Jackson_County_Iowa_Incorporated_and_Unincorporated_areas_Maquoketa_Highlighted.svg
|mapsize                  = 250px
|map_caption              = Location of Maquoketa, Iowa
<!-- Location -->
|subdivision_type         = [[List of sovereign states|Country]]
|subdivision_name         = United States
|subdivision_type1        = [[U.S. state|State]]
|subdivision_name1        = [[Iowa]]
|subdivision_type2        = [[List of counties in Iowa|Counties]]
|subdivision_name2        = [[Jackson County, Iowa|Jackson]]
<!-- Government -->
|government_footnotes     = 
|government_type          = 
|leader_title             = Mayor
|leader_name              = 
|established_title        = Incorporated 
|established_date         = January 27, 1857<ref>{{cite web |title=List of Incorporated Cities |url=https://sos.iowa.gov/business/pdf/IncCities.pdf |publisher=Iowa Secretary of State |access-date=28 April 2020}}</ref>
<!-- Area -->
|unit_pref                = Imperial
|area_footnotes           = <ref name="CenPopGazetteer2020">{{cite web|title=2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files|url=https://www2.census.gov/geo/docs/maps-data/data/gazetteer/2020_Gazetteer/2020_gaz_place_19.txt|publisher=United States Census Bureau|accessdate=March 16, 2022}}</ref>
|area_total_km2           = 11.76
|area_land_km2            = 11.70
|area_water_km2           = 0.07
|area_total_sq_mi         = 4.54
|area_land_sq_mi          = 4.52
|area_water_sq_mi         = 0.03
<!-- Population -->
|population_as_of         = [[2020 United States census|2020]]
|population_footnotes     = 
|population_total         = 6128
|population_density_km2   = 523.78
|population_density_sq_mi = 1356.65
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|timezone                 = [[North American Central Time Zone|Central (CST)]]
|utc_offset               = -6
|timezone_DST             = CDT
|utc_offset_DST           = -5
|elevation_footnotes      = <ref name=gnis/>
|elevation_ft             = 715
|coordinates              = {{coord|42|03|42|N|90|39|54|W|region:US_type:city|display=inline,title}}<ref name=gnis/>
<!-- Area/postal codes and others -->
|postal_code_type         = [[ZIP code]]
|postal_code              = 52060
|area_code                = [[Area code 563|563]]
|blank_name               = [[Federal Information Processing Standard|FIPS code]]
|blank_info               = 19-49215
|blank1_name              = [[Geographic Names Information System|GNIS]] feature ID
|blank1_info              = 2395848<ref name=gnis>{{GNIS|2395848}}</ref>
|website                  = {{URL|http://www.maquoketaia.com/}}
|footnotes                = 
}}
'''Maquoketa''' ({{IPAc-en|m|ə|ˈ|k|oʊ|k|ᵻ|t|ə}}) is a city in [[Jackson County, Iowa|Jackson County]], [[Iowa]], [[United States]]. Located on the [[Maquoketa River]], it is the [[county seat]] of Jackson County.<ref name="GR6">{{cite web|url=http://www.naco.org/Counties/Pages/FindACounty.aspx|access-date=2011-06-07|title=Find a County|publisher=National Association of Counties}}</ref>

[[U.S. Route 61 in Iowa|U.S. Route 61]] adjoins the city, which therefore hosts traffic between [[Dubuque, Iowa|Dubuque]] and the [[Quad Cities]]. Iowa Highways [[Iowa Highway 62|62]] and [[Iowa Highway 64|64]] also pass through the city. [[Maquoketa Caves State Park]] is located a few miles northwest of Maquoketa.

The population was 6,128 at the time of the [[2020 United States census|2020 census]].<ref name=cen2020>{{cite web |title=2020 Census State Redistricting Data |url=https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial/2020/data/01-Redistricting_File--PL_94-171/Iowa/ |website=census.gov |publisher=United states Census Bureau |access-date=12 August 2021}}</ref>

== History ==
[[John E. Goodenow]], the inaugural settler in the region, arrived in what is now recognized as Maquoketa in 1838. He established his residence on the present-day southeast corner of Main and Platt streets, erecting a cabin in that vicinity. By 1840, Zalmon Livermore had acquired the quarter section on the northeast corner of this intersection, while Alonzo Spaulding claimed the northwest corner, and John Shaw occupied the southwest corner. The center of today's business district was originally the epicenter of this early settlement, known at the time as Springfield. The town's growth was propelled by two key factors: its strategic location at the intersection of the Davenport-to-Dubuque mail and stage route, as well as its proximity to the path used by pioneers traveling from Chicago to the west. Additionally, the abundance of water in the area facilitated the development of industries along the North and South Forks of the Maquoketa River.<ref name=":0">https://www.maquoketaia.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif8316/f/uploads/maquoketa_commercial_hd_snrc.pdf {{Bare URL PDF|date=August 2024}}</ref>

Around 1840, the mail route between Davenport and Dubuque was established through Springfield, located on what is now Main Street in Maquoketa. Consequently, the post office moved to Springfield, with John Goodenow appointed as postmaster. In 1844, due to multiple towns named Springfield in the area, the town was renamed Maquoketa, after the [[Maquoketa River]].<ref name="history">{{cite book |author=Chicago and North Western Railway Company |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OspBAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA98 |title=A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways |year=1908 |page=98}}</ref>  The river's name derives from ''Maquaw-Autaw'', which means "Bear River" in [[Fox language|Meskwaki]].<ref>{{cite news |date=May 12, 1870 |title=Maquoketa as the Centre of Trade |work=Maquoketa Jackson Sentinel}}</ref>

As other nearby towns declined, Maquoketa emerged as the primary center of commerce. In 1843, early settlers began dividing their land into lots informally, resulting in the irregular lot sizes seen in the modern business district. With the increasing settlement and the importance of the mail route, demand for lodging grew. In 1849, John Goodenow built the Goodenow House, the town's first hotel, near Main and Platt streets, drawing visitors and showcasing Maquoketa's potential for growth.<ref name=":0"/>

The [[Davenport and St. Paul Railroad]] was extended to Maquoketa in 1870 prompting growth.<ref name="jackson">{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=HHwUAAAAYAAJ&pg=PA557 | title=History of Jackson County, Iowa, Volume 1 | publisher=S.J. Clarke Publishing Company | year=1910 | pages=557}}</ref> The county seat was transferred from [[Andrew, Iowa|Andrew]] to Maquoketa in 1873.<ref name="jackson" />

Maquoketa experienced a period of economic growth during the late 19th century, primarily due to its location near valuable natural resources such as timber, limestone, and fertile farmland. As the town prospered, wealthy residents sought to display their affluence through the construction of grand homes many of which are still extant within the community.

The onset of the First World War in 1917 significantly affected the commercial district. Numerous businesses experienced the loss of young male employees, either through voluntary enlistment or compulsory military service. Upon the war's conclusion in 1918, returning soldiers were ceremoniously welcomed home with parades along Main Street.<ref name=":0" />

Following the stock market crash of 1929, the Great Depression brought a halt to construction activity in the commercial district. The American Savings Bank closed its doors, leading to the renovation of its building at 100 S. Main Street in 1935. The revamped structure housed a National Tea Company grocery store on the ground floor and served as meeting space for the American Legion above. This renovation, which included the removal of classical pilasters and the installation of modern storefront materials, signaled a shift in the district's architectural landscape. Despite these changes, Maquoketa experienced relatively moderate economic effects compared to other regions, likely due to its strategic location at the intersection of two commercial highways.<ref name=":0"/>

After World War II, Maquoketa, Iowa experienced a surge in residential construction, particularly on the west side of town. Many of these homes were constructed on old farmland, This rapid suburbanization not only met the housing needs of the time but also contributed to the town's post-war growth and prosperity.

In 1950, Maquoketa, Iowa, reached a significant milestone in its healthcare infrastructure by constructing its first public hospital. Prior to this development, the town had relied on a patchwork of privately-run small hospitals to meet the healthcare needs of its residents. These small hospitals, while providing essential services, often faced limitations in terms of capacity, resources, and accessibility.

Maquoketa experienced another pivotal moment with the relocation of the Clinton Machine Company to the city in 1950. Don Thomas spearheaded this move, establishing the company on a 12-acre plot within Maquoketa, strategically leveraging a rail spur for transportation. Clinton Engines, a division of the company, became a powerhouse, producing approximately 18 million small engines and ranking as the 10th largest employer in Iowa.

In the 1960s, Maquoketa, Iowa witnessed the emergence of a new commercial district. Main Street, formerly part of US Highway 61, underwent a significant transformation with the planning and construction of a four-lane highway bypass starting in the late 1960s. As the bypass project progressed, many businesses along Main Street made plans to relocate to the west side of town in anticipation of increased automobile traffic from the highway. Following the opening of the Highway 61 bypass in 1967, there was a notable shift in commercial activity away from Main Street towards the new commercial district. Despite this disinvestment in the Main Street area, property owners remained committed to maintaining the integrity of the existing buildings, ensuring they remained in good repair.<ref name=":0"/>

During the 1980s, many towns in Jackson County, Iowa, faced significant challenges, particularly due to the farm crisis that devastated rural communities across the region. While the county as a whole experienced population declines and economic hardships, Maquoketa saw only minor decreases in its population. Nevertheless, the farm crisis did have negative repercussions for Maquoketa, impacting local agricultural businesses and contributing to a sense of economic uncertainty within the community.

In 1999 the town was bypassed by the now four lane Highway Sixty-One, further diverting traffic away from the downtown area.<ref>{{Cite web |title=US 61 |url=https://www.iowahighways.org/highways/us61.html |access-date=2024-02-04 |website=www.iowahighways.org}}</ref> This highway bypass had detrimental effects on Maquoketa's economy, as it resulted in decreased traffic flow through the town center, affecting local businesses that relied on passing trade. Additionally, the bypass diminished Maquoketa's visibility and accessibility, further exacerbating economic challenges for the community. Despite these setbacks, Maquoketa persisted in its efforts to adapt and evolve, seeking new avenues for economic growth and community development in the face of adversity.

The early 2000s posed significant economic challenges for Maquoketa, Iowa, exacerbating the struggles of its downtown district. Already grappling with vacant storefronts and declining economic activity, the town faced further hardship during this period including the closure of the Clinton Engines Company.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Community {{!}} Maquoketa, IA |url=https://www.maquoketaia.com/community#:~:text=The%20founding%20story%20of%20Maquoketa,As%20such,%20recorded%20plats%20began. |access-date=2024-02-04 |website=www.maquoketaia.com}}</ref> However, the most devastating blow came on January 19, 2008, when a large portion of the downtown area, already struggling, succumbed to a devastating fire. While tragic, this event served as a catalyst for change, sparking renewed efforts to revitalize the downtown district and enhance the overall community.

Beginning in the 2010s, Maquoketa experienced a wave of revitalization, marked by the attraction of new businesses, significant infrastructure investments, and a renewed focus on preserving its historic downtown district.

One notable development was the construction of a new hospital in 2019, enhancing healthcare services for residents.  Additionally, Maquoketa embarked on ambitious housing initiatives, including the construction of new housing developments to meet the growing demand for residential properties.

==Demographics==
{{US Census population
|align=
|1850= 168
|1860= 1090
|1870= 1756
|1880= 2467
|1890= 3077
|1900= 3777
|1910= 3570
|1920= 3626
|1930= 3595
|1940= 4076
|1950= 4307
|1960= 5909
|1970= 5677
|1980= 6313
|1990= 6130
|2000= 6112
|2010= 6141
|2020= 6128
|footnote=[http://data.iowadatacenter.org/datatables/PlacesAll/plpopulation18502000.pdf Iowa Data Center]<ref name=cen2020/>
}}

===2020 census===
As of the [[United States census|census]] of 2020,<ref>{{cite web |title=2020 Census |url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census/decade/2020/2020-census-main.html |publisher=United States Census Bureau}}</ref> there were 6,128 people, 2,674 households, and 1,536 families residing in the city. The [[population density]] was 1,356.6 inhabitants per square mile (523.8/km<sup>2</sup>). There were 2,888 housing units at an average density of 639.3 per square mile (246.8/km<sup>2</sup>). The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States census|racial]] makeup of the city was 90.6% [[White Americans|White]], 1.5% [[African Americans|Black or African American]], 0.4% [[Native Americans in the United States|Native American]], 0.5% [[Asian Americans|Asian]], 3.0% [[Pacific Islander Americans|Pacific Islander]], 0.6% from other races and 3.5% from two or more races. [[Hispanic and Latino Americans|Hispanic or Latino]] persons of any race comprised 1.7% of the population.

Of the 2,674 households, 25.8% of which had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.4% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 8.2% were cohabitating couples, 31.5% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present and 19.9% had a male householder with no spouse or partner present. 42.6% of all households were non-families. 37.4% of all households were made up of individuals, 18.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years old or older.

The median age in the city was 41.3 years. 25.2% of the residents were under the age of 20; 5.1% were between the ages of 20 and 24; 24.1% were from 25 and 44; 24.7% were from 45 and 64; and 21.0% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

===2010 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2012-05-11}}</ref> of 2010, there were 6,141 people, 2,655 households, and 1,612 families residing in the city. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1418.2|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 2,856 housing units at an average density of {{convert|659.6|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the city was 95.0% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.7% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.4% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.3% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 1.3% [[Race (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.6% from [[Race (U.S. Census)|other races]], and 1.7% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.8% of the population.

There were 2,655 households, of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.7% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 39.3% were non-families. 34.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.88.

The median age in the city was 41 years. 24.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.5% were from 25 to 44; 25.7% were from 45 to 64; and 19.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

===2000 census===
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2008-01-31|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref> of 2000, there were 6,112 people, 2,614 households, and 1,599 families residing in the city. The population density was {{convert|1,773.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 2,797 housing units at an average density of {{convert|811.5|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the city was 98.10% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.16% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.21% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 0.11% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.34% [[Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)|Pacific Islander]], 0.34% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.72% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.98% of the population.

There were 2,614 households, out of which 29.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.4% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 11.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.8% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.90.

Age spread: 24.4% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 21.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,984, and the median income for a family was $36,705. Males had a median income of $25,819 versus $19,421 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the city was $16,360. About 9.1% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 18.6% of those under age 18 and 8.6% of those age 65 or over.

==Geography==
Maquoketa is located primarily in Jackson County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of {{convert|4.37|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|4.33|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.04|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2012-05-11|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt|archive-date=2012-01-25}}</ref>

===Climate===
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| single line = Y
| collapsed = Y
| location    = Maquoketa, Iowa, 1991–2020 normals, extremes 1896&ndash;present

|Jan record high F = 62
|Feb record high F = 71
|Mar record high F = 85
|Apr record high F = 93
|May record high F = 105
|Jun record high F = 104
|Jul record high F = 108
|Aug record high F = 108
|Sep record high F = 102
|Oct record high F = 94
|Nov record high F = 80
|Dec record high F = 68

|Jan avg record high F = 48.0
|Feb avg record high F = 52.9
|Mar avg record high F = 68.0
|Apr avg record high F = 80.1
|May avg record high F = 87.7
|Jun avg record high F = 91.7
|Jul avg record high F = 92.4
|Aug avg record high F = 90.7
|Sep avg record high F = 89.1
|Oct avg record high F = 83.4
|Nov avg record high F = 66.8
|Dec avg record high F = 52.4
|year avg record high F = 94.1

<!-- Average high temperatures -->
| Jan high F  =26.7
| Feb high F  =31.2
| Mar high F  =44.5
| Apr high F  =58.6
| May high F  =70.3
| Jun high F  =79.4
| Jul high F  =82.2
| Aug high F  =80.6
| Sep high F  =74.8
| Oct high F  =61.7
| Nov high F  =46.1
| Dec high F  =32.5
<!-- Mean daily temperature -->
| Jan mean F  =19.0
| Feb mean F  =23.1
| Mar mean F  =35.5
| Apr mean F  =47.8
| May mean F  =59.8
| Jun mean F  =69.6
| Jul mean F  =72.5
| Aug mean F  =70.6
| Sep mean F  =63.2
| Oct mean F  =50.7
| Nov mean F  =37.2
| Dec mean F  =25.3
<!-- Average low temperatures -->
| Jan low F  =11.4
| Feb low F  =15.1
| Mar low F  =26.4
| Apr low F  =37.0
| May low F  =49.3
| Jun low F  =59.8
| Jul low F  =62.9
| Aug low F  =60.6
| Sep low F  =51.6
| Oct low F  =39.8
| Nov low F  =28.3
| Dec low F  =18.0

|Jan avg record low F = -13.4
|Feb avg record low F = -7.6
|Mar avg record low F = 4.4
|Apr avg record low F = 22.1
|May avg record low F = 33.2
|Jun avg record low F = 45.9
|Jul avg record low F = 51.0
|Aug avg record low F = 49.6
|Sep avg record low F = 36.1
|Oct avg record low F = 23.6
|Nov avg record low F = 11.1
|Dec avg record low F = -3.9
|year avg record low F = -17.5

|Jan record low F = -37
|Feb record low F = -34
|Mar record low F = -21
|Apr record low F = 5
|May record low F = 21
|Jun record low F = 33
|Jul record low F = 39
|Aug record low F = 34
|Sep record low F = 17
|Oct record low F = 2
|Nov record low F = -8
|Dec record low F = -27

<!-- Total precipitation, this should include rain and snow. -->
| precipitation colour    =  green
| Jan precipitation inch  =1.32
| Feb precipitation inch  =1.65
| Mar precipitation inch  =2.22
| Apr precipitation inch  =3.44
| May precipitation inch  =4.21
| Jun precipitation inch  =5.09
| Jul precipitation inch  =4.15
| Aug precipitation inch  =4.18
| Sep precipitation inch  =3.64
| Oct precipitation inch  =2.93
| Nov precipitation inch  =2.08
| Dec precipitation inch  =1.78

|unit precipitation days = 0.01 in
|Jan precipitation days = 7.3
|Feb precipitation days = 7.3
|Mar precipitation days = 8.8
|Apr precipitation days = 10.9
|May precipitation days = 11.9
|Jun precipitation days = 11.3
|Jul precipitation days = 9.4
|Aug precipitation days = 8.9
|Sep precipitation days = 8.4
|Oct precipitation days = 9.2
|Nov precipitation days = 7.3
|Dec precipitation days = 8.6

<!-- Snowfall -->
| Jan snow inch  =8.4
| Feb snow inch  =8.0
| Mar snow inch  =3.8
| Apr snow inch  =0.9
| May snow inch  =0.1
| Jun snow inch  =0.0
| Jul snow inch  =0.0
| Aug snow inch  =0.0
| Sep snow inch  =0.0
| Oct snow inch  =0.3
| Nov snow inch  =1.7
| Dec snow inch  =7.1

|unit snow days = 0.1 in
|Jan snow days = 5.6
|Feb snow days = 4.9
|Mar snow days = 2.7
|Apr snow days = 0.6
|May snow days = 0.0
|Jun snow days = 0.0
|Jul snow days = 0.0
|Aug snow days = 0.0
|Sep snow days = 0.0
|Oct snow days = 0.2
|Nov snow days = 1.3
|Dec snow days = 5.4

|source 1 = NOAA<ref name = NOAA>
{{cite web
|url = https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/access/services/data/v1?dataset=normals-monthly-1991-2020&stations=USC00135131&format=pdf&dataTypes=MLY-TMAX-NORMAL,MLY-TMIN-NORMAL,MLY-TAVG-NORMAL,MLY-PRCP-NORMAL,MLY-SNOW-NORMAL
|publisher = National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
|title = U.S. Climate Normals Quick Access – Station: Maquoketa, IA
|access-date = March 4, 2023
}}
</ref>
|source 2 = National Weather Service<ref name = NOWData>
{{cite web
|url = https://www.weather.gov/wrh/climate?wfo=dvn
|publisher = National Weather Service
|title = NOAA Online Weather Data – NWS Quad Cities
|access-date = March 4, 2023
}}
</ref>
}}

==Government==
{{update needed|date=April 2025}}
Maquoketa is governed by the [[Mayor–council government|Mayor with city council]] form of government, with several departments, boards, and commissions.

The council votes on and passes motions, resolutions and ordinances. Resolutions are statements of policy and ordinances are the laws of the city. The votes of each council member are recorded in the minutes of the meeting. The council also approves expenditures and the budget, contracts, city policies and zoning changes.<ref name="MaquoketawebsiteCD">{{cite web|url=http://www.maquoketaia.com/city/citydepartments/index.html|title=Official Maquoketa City Website|publisher=City Council|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101119071108/http://www.maquoketaia.com/city/citydepartments/index.html|archive-date=November 19, 2010}}</ref>

'''Mayor'''

The mayor is Tom Messerli. The mayor is the city's chief executive officer and presides over council meetings.

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|title=PAST MAYORS from 1853 to 2009 {{Citation needed|date=November 2010}}
 
 
 
 
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{{columns-list|colwidth=22em|
*1853–1855   John E Goodenow
*1855–1856   Isaiah K Millard
*1856–1857   Rodger Pierre
*1857–1857   Zalmon Livermore
*1857–1858   Isaiah K Millard
*1858–1859   Albert Harrison
*1859–1862   Seneca S Germond
*1862–1864   Daniel S Haight
*1864–1866   Thomas E Cannell
*1866–1867   Col. Joseph J Woods
*1867–1868   Dr. John H Allen
*1868–1869   Gary Jacobson
*1869–1871   Dr. John H Allen
*1871–1872   Benjamin A Spencer
*1872–1873   Franklin Deskly
*1873–1874   Thomas E Cannell
*1874–1875   Henry Thompson
*1875–1876   Dudley M Hubbell
*1876–1878   William M Stephens
*1878–1879   Tom Goodenow
*1879–1881   Pearce Mitchell
*1881–1882   Thomas E Cannell
*1882–1884   Caleb M Sanborn
*1884–1886   Levi Keck
*1886–1887   Thomas E Cannell
*1887–1888   Caleb M Sanborn
*1888–1891   Matthew S Dunn
*1891–1892   Dr. Abraham B Dobson
*1892–1892   Dr. Amos S Hodge
*1892–1893   Harold P Harvey
*1893–1897   William M Stephens
*1897–1899   Caleb M Sanborn
*1899–1903   William M Stephens
*1903–1904   Harold P Harvey
*1904–1905   Frank D Kelsey
*1905–1909   Fred C Gregory
*1909–1917   Frederick W Myatt
*1917–1921   William C Morden, Jr.
*1921–1931   Dr. Fred J Swift, Sr.
*1931–1932   John B Harrison
*1932–1937   Stewart K Peake
*1937–1938   William J Pendray
*1938–1945   LeRoy C Schroeder
*1945–1951   Arthur W Sokol
*1951–1953   Lanvil Moler
*1953–1954   Harold D Keeley
*1954–1958   Benhart Jacobsen
*1958–1961   Ronald T Cahill
*1961–1964   Larry Schulte
*1964–1970   Benhart Jacobsen
*1970–1972   Samuel L. Johnson
*1972–1974   Benhart Jacobsen
*1974–1976   Edward Myatt
*1974–1976   Barbara A Wright [pro tem]
*1976–1977   Larry Schulte
*1977–1979   Lawrence P Despeghel
*1979–1982   Howard Elkins
*1982–1984   Alvin F Barker
*1984–1989   Leighton Hepker
*1990–1991   Clifton Lamborn
*1992–1993   James J Hohnecker
*1994–1995   Clifton Lamborn
*1995–2001   Jack R Rosenberg
*2002–2009   Tom Messerli
}}
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'''Current Mayor: Tom Messerli'''

'''City Council'''

The city council members are (listed by seniority):

*Joshua Collister (2010)
*Kevin Kuhlman (2015)
*Mark Lyon (2017)
*Jacob Baker (2018)
*Jessica Kean (2018)
*Erica Barker (2018)
*Ronald Horan Jr. (2018)

''' City Manager'''

Maquoketa's day-to-day operations are run by the city manager, Gerald Smith.<ref name="MaquoketawebsiteCD"/>

== Education ==

=== Public schools ===
The [[Maquoketa Community School District]], in partnership with the community, oversees the [[State school|public school]] system of education for the city of Maquoketa and the surrounding area.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/|title=Maquoketa Community School District|publisher=homepage|access-date=2010-11-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://educateiowa.gov/sites/files/ed/documents/FY20_MAQUOKETA.pdf|title=MAQUOKETA|publisher=[[Iowa Department of Education]]|access-date=2020-09-07}}</ref>

The [[Maquoketa Community High School|Maquoketa High School]], home of the Cardinals, has enrollment of approximately 620 students, grades 9 through 12, with a staff of over 50 educators and administrators.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/highschool/|title=Maquoketa High School|publisher=homepage|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110714002224/http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/highschool/|archive-date=July 14, 2011}}</ref>

The Maquoketa Middle School is the oldest school building in Maquoketa due to it being built in 1922 after the previous structure burned down, formally a home to a junior high, high school and junior college. The school has approximately 375 students, grades 6 through 8, with a staff of over 60 educators and administrators.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/middleschool/|title=Maquoketa Middle School|publisher=homepage|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110510144839/http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/middleschool/|archive-date=May 10, 2011}}</ref>

Briggs Elementary School, built in 1954, is named after Ansel Briggs, the first Governor of Iowa, who was an early settler in Jackson County. The school has approximately 300 students, grades 3 through 5, with a staff of 35 educators and administrators.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/briggs/|title=Briggs Elementary School|publisher=homepage|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101007202250/http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/briggs/|archive-date=October 7, 2010}}</ref>

Cardinal Elementary School, built in 1974, started as a school for grades 1 through 6. Gradual changes were made to the building and the grade levels taught. The decision to teach only kindergarten through 2nd grade was implemented at Cardinal in May 2002. The school has a staff of 37 educators and administrators.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/cardinal/|title=Cardinal Elementary School|publisher=homepage|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110510145141/http://maquoketa.k12.ia.us/cardinal/|archive-date=May 10, 2011}}</ref>

=== Private ===
Sacred Heart Elementary School is a [[Catholic school]] teaching preschool through the sixth grade. The current  school enrollment (see references) has 132 students and 20 staff.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sacredheartmaquoketa.org/index.html|title=Sacred Heart Elementary School|publisher=homepage|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110727230514/http://www.sacredheartmaquoketa.org/index.html|archive-date=July 27, 2011}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.privateschoolreview.com/school_ov/school_id/10745|title=Private School Review|publisher= for Sacred Heart Elementary School|access-date=November 21, 2010}}</ref>

=== Preschools ===
The Little Shepherd Preschool operates in the lower levels of the First [[Lutheranism|Lutheran Church]] of Maquoketa.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.littleshepherdpreschool.com/index.html|title=Little Shepherd Christian Preschool |publisher=homepage|access-date=2010-11-21}}</ref>

Sunshine Preschool and Daycare is a [[nonprofit organization]] started in 1973. All  children age 6 months up to 12 years of age including those with disabilities are accepted. Currently (see references) there are 145 children with 30 staff.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.sunshinechildren.org/index.html|title=Sunshine Preschool and Daycare|publisher=homepage|access-date=November 21, 2010|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110728072109/http://www.sunshinechildren.org/index.html|archive-date=July 28, 2011}}</ref>

=== College ===
[[Clinton Community College (Iowa)|Clinton Community College]] added a Maquoketa campus right next to the Maquoketa High School. The 11,000 square foot facility opened in 2009 and offers associate degrees and non-credit training. They also offer classes to high school students to supplement their high school education.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.eicc.edu/general/clinton/maquoketa/|title=Clinton Community College|publisher=homepage|access-date=2011-10-31}}</ref>

== Attractions ==
[[File:Hurstville Lime Kilns.JPG|thumb|upright|Hurstville Lime Kilns]]
* [[Maquoketa Caves State Park]]
* [[Hurstville Historic District|Hurstville Lime Kilns]], north of Maquoketa
* [[Jackson County Iowa Historical Society]]
* [[Maquoketa Company-Clinton Machine Company Administration Building|Clinton Engines Museum]]
* 61 Drive-in theater<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.61-driveintheatre.com|title=61 Drive In Theatre |access-date=March 31, 2021}}</ref>
*Camp Shalom Inc.
* The town also holds host to a historic district containing many great examples of Victorian architecture.
Despite its size, the town also attracts many presidential candidates. 2008 Democratic presidential candidate [[Barack Obama]] visited the town twice during his campaign and again while president on August 16, 2011.
The Old City Hall Gallery displays the oil paintings of International-known Maquoketa artist [[Rose Frantzen]],<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.oldcityhallgallery.com/page19/page18/page6/index.html|title=Portrait of Maquoketa}}</ref> whose exhibit "Portrait of Maquoketa", the oil paintings of 180 residents of Maquoketa, was once on display at the [[National Portrait Gallery (United States)|Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery]] in [[Washington, D.C.|Washington, DC]]. It is now housed in the permanent collection of the [[Figge Art Museum]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://figgeartmuseum.org/|title=Figge Art Museum}}</ref> in [[Davenport, Iowa|Davenport]], Iowa.

==Notable people==
[[File:2009-0805-SRosenfels.jpg|thumb|right|180px|[[Sage Rosenfels]]]]
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*[[Archie Atherton]], parachutist 
*[[Norris Brown]], Senator from Nebraska
*[[Craig Callahan]], professional basketball player
*[[James H. Cartwright]], Illinois Supreme Court justice
*[[Betty Francis]], All-American Girls Professional Baseball League player
*[[John Elliot Goodenow]], politician and founder of the town
*[[Herbert E. Hitchcock]], Senator from South Dakota
*[[Alfred Hurst]], politician and businessman
*[[Charles Wycliffe Joiner]], US federal judge
*[[Matthew Luckiesh]], physicist
*[[Junius Ralph Magee]], former Methodist bishop
*[[Eben Martin]], former US Representative
*[[Robert A. Millikan]], [[Nobel Prize]] laureate
*[[Joseph Otting]], Businessman and 31st Comptroller of the Currency
*[[Sage Rosenfels]], former quarterback in the NFL
*[[George Homer Ryan]], former Governor of Illinois
*[[William Welch (printer)|William Welch]], originated the printing of high school diplomas
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==References==
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== External links ==
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*[http://www.maquoketaia.com/ Official Maquoketa City Website] Portal website, City government, Chamber of Commerce, Economic development, Tourism
*[http://www.maquoketaschools.org/ Maquoketa Community School District]
*[http://www.maquoketachamber.com/ Maquoketa Area Chamber of Commerce]
*[http://www.city-data.com/city/Maquoketa-Iowa.html City Data] Comprehensive Statistical Data and more about Maquoketa

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