The Henry County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 12:15 p.m. to take action on filling the vacancy in the Henry County Attorney’s Office.
During the meeting, supervisors approved a motion to post a public notice of intent to appoint an interim county attorney. The board plans to make the appointment during a supervisor’s meeting scheduled for February 19.
Interviews with individuals already known to be interested in the position are expected to be held on Friday, February 13. Supervisors noted that interviewees have the right to request their interviews be conducted in closed session, as permitted under Iowa law.
The appointed individual would serve as county attorney from the date of appointment until the next general election, unless a special election is triggered through a citizen petition. To force a special election, residents would need to submit a petition with just over 500 valid signatures from Henry County voters within 14 days of the appointment.
According to the Henry County Auditor’s Office, the cost of a special election is estimated to be at least $20,000, which would be paid by county taxpayers.
The meeting adjourned following the discussion.