Welcome to City of Merrill City of Merrill… At the Heart of Plymouth County
In the City of Merrill, we are defined less by boundaries on a map than by the sense of shared values our residents hold dear. Small town values, guided growth, preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage are just a few of the core principles that makes the City of Merrill a wonderful place to call home.
The City of Merrill is located in Northwest Iowa at the heart of Plymouth County, population 717.
Merrill Was officially recognized on February 27, 1872 and became an incorporated city on April 24, 1894 and was named after Samual Merrill, the seventh Governor of Iowa.
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Street Closures 08/12/2026
8/12/2026
The City of Merrill will be closing the following Streets around 3pm on August 12, 2026 for Tri-State Crusiers Car Show. Street parking for car show participants only!
Streets will reopon for public parking after the event.
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Merrill Rail Crossing Elimination Planning Study Information
8/7/2026
Merrill Rail Crossing Elimination Planning Study Public Meeting Materials August 2026
*Iowa Dot Website* Materials are at the bottom of the page
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Merrill Old School Trophies, Mayor Norgaard
7/31/2026
Good day to all Merrill citizens! I've heard some comments from my wife reading to me from Facebook about memorabilia disappearing. (It was mostly in storage before now.)
Most of the comments are referring to the trophies and memorabilia being offered to...
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Solicitors & Peddlers Notice
6/11/2026
Please be advised! Solicitors & Peddlers are not permitted in town without a proper permit issued by City Hall. If you are approached by a solicitor, please request to see their permit to solicit. If they are unable to provide proof of permit, please ask...
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2025 Merrill Water Quality Report (CCR)
3/25/2026
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