AVOCA – A man who has served as the City Administrator in Avoca for the past two-years, is leaving to accept a similar position in northeast Iowa’s Charles City. Tyler Trout announced his departure this past week. His last day in Avoca is Wednesday, Nov. 19.

Trout was hired in July 2023 to serve the Avoca community. In a news release, he was hired to “serve with dedication and vision, playing a key role in guiding city operations, strengthening community partnerships, and advancing projects that have contributed to Avoca’s continued growth and vitality.”

Mayor Tom Bruck noted that Trout was a tremendous leader for the community. During his tenure, Trout played a role in a number of transformative initiatives, including the development of a comprehensive 30-year capital improvement plan, the construction of a new public safety station and the renovation of the Avoca Veterans’ Community Center.

He also advanced innovation in code enforcement through the implementation of cutting-edge acoustic camera technology to address the city’s compression engine break ordinance.

The Avoca City Council is starting the transition process immediately, and an interim may be appointed to serve during the search for Trout’s successor.