State announces opening in 8th Judicial District

District Associate Judge William Owens submitted his letter of retirement, effective April 13, 2023. The 8th Judicial District was granted approval to fill the vacancy. The application deadline closed at 4 p.m. on March 16, 2023.

The following 6 candidates have submitted their applications:

Debra A. George

Patricia J. Lipski

Richelle M. Mahaffey

Kevin S. Maughan

Terri A. Menninga

Ellen R. Ramsey-Kacena

Interviews will be conducted on March 23, 2023, at the Keokuk County Courthouse, 101 South Main, Sigourney, Iowa. The interviews will be open for public observation and listening. The public shall not be allowed to ask questions or make comments. Applicant submissions and materials will be open to the public.

Prior to March 23, 2023, the public will be permitted to submit comments or recommendations regarding the qualifications of an applicant by email to cathy.reck@iowacourts.gov.

The Commission will submit the names of two nominees to Governor Reynolds, who will then appoint one within 30 days.