Pottawattamie County Announces New Citizen Text Notification System

Posted February 19, 2026
Posted by Public Relations

Pottawattamie County is excited to introduce TextMyGov, a convenient and smart text messaging service. This service will enable residents to effortlessly receive important notifications and easily find specific information by texting the county. For more information about TextMyGov, please visit https://textmygov.com.  

Pottawattamie County will officially launch the new text messaging system to the public next month. Residents may receive a text message from 91896 from Pottawattamie County initiating the service. You can choose to opt-out at any time by texting STOP. 

If you don’t receive the initial message, you can choose to opt-in by texting the keyword “POTTCO” to the number 91896. After sending the initial keyword, you will be asked to reply “YES” to confirm opt-in. Residents may receive notifications for county closures, deadlines, events, etc. For specific text alerts, text one of the following keywords to the number 91896: 

• Event notifications: text POTTCOEVENTS to 91896 

• Election notifications: text POTTCOELECTIONS to 91896 

• General notifications in Spanish: text POTTCOESP to 91896 

Also, starting soon, residents will be able to receive on-demand information 24/7 by texting 1-2 keywords to the county’s TextMyGov number, 712-308-8017. You’ll be able to get quick information relating to all of our departments, services, resources, facilities, and other county information. 

Pottawattamie County’s use of this technology is another example of how our community enhances resident services by implementing modern solutions. We’re excited about this new way of communicating with citizens and look forward to sharing important county information. Other governmental entities across the country are utilizing this system with great success. Our goal is help you stay informed and stay ahead. View terms and privacy policy info at https://textmygov.com/opt-in-terms-conditions Message & data rates apply. Please visit: https://textmygov.com for more information.