Welcome to City of Merrill City of Merrill… 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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2026 Merrill Community Foundation Grant
3/5/2026
The Merrill Community Foundation is accepting grant applications for 2026.
Please click on the Grant Application button for grant application. All applications must be received by May 1, 2026 to be considered.
For questions please contact Sar Jane Hauff...
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The Mayor's Desk
1/4/2026
Letter from The Mayor's Desk
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Winter Ordinance in Effect!
10/30/2025
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2024 Merrill Water Quality Report
4/11/2025
2024 Merrill Water Quality Report (CCR)

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