Welcome to the city of Iola! Since the City's incorporation in 1870, Iola has experienced a rich and colorful history. The City has seen its economy shift from a strong agricultural base to a diverse base which includes agriculture, oil, gas, and manufacturing; each one being equally important. The City's retail community throughout the years has stayed strong and vibrant.
Iola has many local attractions, including the Bowlus Fine Arts Center which rivals some of the more famous concert halls in the United States. Riverside Park is the hub of the City's recreational program. The park includes 6 ball diamonds, 2 community centers, a football stadium, and the largest swimming pool in eastern Kansas. The citizens of Iola are proud to have the special distinction of having the largest downtown square in the country. During the summer you will find Iola's Municipal Band playing every Thursday night at the gazebo on the square. There are many more attractions to visit and experience in Iola, Kansas. |
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Mayor |
2 year term |
| Steven C. French 2024-2025 519 E Broadway Iola KS 66749 |
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City Council |
4 year terms, 2 members each |
City Council District - 1 |
Josiah D. D'Albini 2022-2025 836 N Jefferson Iola KS 66749 |
| Jon Wells 2024-2027 1109 N Jefferson Ave Iola KS 66749 |
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City Council District - 2 |
Joel D. Wicoff 2022-2025 1120 E Buchanan Iola KS 66749 |
| Max Grundy 2024-2027 1501 N Kentucky Iola KS 66749 |
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City Council District - 3 |
Nicholas Lohman 2022-2025 318 East St Iola KS 66749 |
| Kim Peterson 2024-2027 515 S Washington Iola KS 66749 |
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City Council District - 4 |
Mark Peters 2022-2025 324 N 2nd Iola KS 66749 |
| Joelle Shallah 2024-2027 321 S Elm Iola, KS 66749 |
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City Clerk |
City Administrator |
Roxanne Hutton City Hall 2 W Jackson Iola KS 66749 620-365-4910 |
Matthew Rehder City Hall 2 W Jackson Iola KS 66749 620-365-4900 |
