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County
Dickinson County
County seat
Spirit Lake
Population
3,295
Dickinson County population
17,227
Local records
City of Milford
ZIP codes
51351

About Milford public records

As of the 2020 census, Milford had a population of 3,321, with 1,416 households and 879 families residing in the city.

The Milford Police Department is located at 1905 Okoboji Avenue and reachable at (712) 338-6415. Milford voters are served by the Dickinson County Auditor's Office, which runs elections for all county residents. The Dickinson County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections is located at 1802 Hill Avenue, Spirit Lake, IA 51360 (phone: 712-336-1646, website: dickinsoncountyiowa.gov).

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How do I register to vote in Milford, Iowa?

To register to vote in Milford, Iowa, residents can register online through the Iowa Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Dickinson County elections office. Iowa requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Iowa Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Milford, contact the Dickinson County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Milford, Iowa?

Property records for Milford, Iowa are maintained by the Dickinson County Assessor's Office and the Dickinson County Clerk and Recorder. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Dickinson County, including parcels in Milford. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Dickinson County Clerk and Recorder maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Iowa counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Dickinson County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Milford, Iowa?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Milford, Iowa residents are available through both county and state offices. The Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Statistics, located in Des Moines, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Iowa. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Dickinson County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Dickinson County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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