About

Monona County in Iowa

Located is west-central Iowa, Monona County (2010 pop. 9243) was established in 1851. The word Monona was perhaps named for the Indian word meaning “beautiful or peaceful valley.” The county (701 square miles) is nesteled between the Misouri River to the west and the rugged Loess Hills formation on the eastern side. The Loess Hills of Western Iowa with some of the deepest and widest deposits can best be viewed here. Along the Missouri River discover the wonders of marshlands and oxbow lakes.

The Monona County Democrats represent over 2,100 registered democrats. Precinct committee persons are elected in even

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numbered years at precinct caucuses and serve on the county central committee — the county party’s governing body. Party members help recruit candidates for office, work to get them elected, and become involved in the governing process by contributing to the development of County, District, State and National party platforms.

The Monona County Democrats meet the second Thursday of each month at alternating locations throughout Monona County. Everyone is invited to attend, although only Central Committee members may vote on matters before the committee.

Iowa’s 4th Congressional District includes 39 of Iowa’s 99 counties. Monona County has 11 precincts.

Democratic precinct committee persons are elected in even-numbered years at precinct caucuses. Precinct committee persons serve on the county central committee, which is the policy-making body of the county party.

Monona County Courthouse - Onawa, Iowa

Current Monona County Democratic officers are as follows:

• Ken Mertes, Chair
• Steve Pratt, Vice Chair
• Tena Hinkel, Secretary
• Dennis Ryan, Treasurer

MCD Central Committee members are listed by precinct, and were elected to office on January 23, 2010. Find a current listing here.