#UrbandalePolkCounty
LightNews LightNews
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale is stepping up its game with exciting new trails, sidewalks, and a vital pedestrian crossing over the interstate, all backed by $400,000 in federal funds!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityAccessibility #PublicSafety #CitizenPortal #TransportationInnovation
Urbandale plans new trails, sidewalk phases and an interstate pedestrian crossing; $400,000 federal grant for Hickman segment
Public works staff reviewed multiple sidewalk and trail projects, a required ADA transition plan, and proposed options for an interstate pedestrian crossing near 86th Street; city secured $400,000 in federal funds toward a Hickman-area trail segment.
citizenportal.ai
December 21, 2025 at 4:21 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
The Urbandale City Council has greenlit an ambitious master plan for Walker Johnson Park, focusing on vital ball diamond upgrades while sparking debate over fireworks safety and community traditions.

Learn more here!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunityPlanning
Council accepts Walker Johnson Park master plan after public concerns about fireworks setbacks
Urbandale accepted the Walker Johnson Park master plan as a conceptual, phased guide with Phase 1 focused on ball-field upgrades; members of the Fourth of July committee urged revisions to protect fireworks setback zones and raised insurance and permitting concerns.
citizenportal.ai
November 21, 2025 at 10:27 AM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's City Council has taken a major step toward affordable housing, approving a $750,000 deal with Volker Development to create 47–50 new units with a commitment to 50 years of affordability.

Learn more here!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #UrbandaleAffordableHousing
Council authorizes LOI with Volker Development for affordable housing at 10841 Douglas
Urbandale approved a letter of intent with Volker Development for a 47–50-unit affordable housing project at 10841 Douglas Ave.; the developer agreed to buy the city property for $750,000, invest about $17.5 million, and preserve affordability for 50 years. Council also authorized rezoning steps and limited TIF support for tenant services.
citizenportal.ai
November 21, 2025 at 4:14 AM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale City Council has green-lit a $6 million reconstruction project for 140th Street, promising improved roadways and enhanced landscaping in the area!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #CommunityPlanning #UrbandaleRoads #InfrastructureDevelopment
Urbandale approves 140th Street reconstruction plan; estimated Urbandale share $6 million
Director John Larson described a reconstruction and overlay project for 140th Street and adjacent segments with cost sharing across Urbandale, Grimes and Dallas County; estimated Urbandale share ~$6 million, Grimes $3 million, with different segments split 74/26 and 50/50.
citizenportal.ai
November 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Polk County just allocated a whopping $1 million to boost food supplies for local organizations, potentially transforming the Urbandale-area food pantries!

Get the details!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #LocalGovernance #UrbandaleFoodPantries #CommunitySupport #FoodSecurity
Polk County appropriates $1 million for food organizations, Urbandale staff say
During an unrelated question at the Urbandale meeting, staff reported Polk County held a special meeting and appropriated $1,000,000 to three organizations to increase food supply; staff said they will share details with the council in writing.
citizenportal.ai
November 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's City Council is poised to approve a groundbreaking 50-unit affordable housing project that promises modern amenities and eco-friendly features—could this be the solution to the housing crisis?

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #UrbandaleAffordableHousing
Urbandale staff recommends Volker Development for 50‑unit affordable housing at 10841 Douglas
Assistant City Manager Curtis Brown told the council staff recommends Volker Development to build a 50‑unit, mixed‑bedroom affordable housing project at 10841 Douglas Avenue, estimating a $17.5 million budget, a $750,000 land purchase offer and a 5‑year sliding‑scale TIF; council will consider a resolution and letter of intent Nov. 18.
citizenportal.ai
November 12, 2025 at 9:12 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
The Urbandale City Council made waves on June 3, 2025, with unanimous approvals for key developments, including a PUD amendment for Des Moines Christian School and a new AutoZone location!

Get the details

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CivicEngagement #CitizenPortal #CommunityPlanning
Votes at a glance: Urbandale council approves rezonings, plats, development agreement and commercial site plans
At its June 3 meeting the Urbandale City Council approved a range of items including a right-of-way boundary adjustment, a PUD amendment for Des Moines Christian (first reading), an AutoZone PUD amendment, a development agreement for MP South LLC, multiple plats and site plans, and a professional services agreement for federal lobbying.
citizenportal.ai
October 26, 2025 at 6:16 AM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
The Urbandale City Council has taken a significant step forward in the development of the Des Moines Christian School campus, approving plans that spark debate over building materials and traffic management.

Read the full story

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety
Council approves rezoning and site plans for Des Moines Christian’s Meredith Drive campus after debate over athletic-building materials and traffic
Urbandale City Council approved a comprehensive-plan amendment, a first reading of a rezoning ordinance and several related plats and site plans for the Des Moines Christian School Meredith Drive campus after weeks of review and council changes to architectural language addressing a proposed tensile roof for a field house and future athletic and “-
citizenportal.ai
October 26, 2025 at 2:42 AM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
The Urbandale City Council just made significant strides in enhancing city infrastructure with the approval of a $212,200 chiller replacement and vital bank stabilization projects!

Read the full story

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureImprovements #CommunityDevelopment
City Council Approves Chiller Replacement and Bank Stabilization Projects
City Council unanimously approves multiple resolutions including chiller replacement and bank stabilization.
citizenportal.ai
July 16, 2025 at 7:57 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's city council is gearing up for a transformative future, unveiling plans for a vibrant downtown and exciting expansions that include a family-friendly "fun zone" at Pizza Ranch!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureGrowth #CommunityPlanning
Urbandale City Council reviews downtown master plan with focus on transportation changes
Council discusses recommendations to reconfigure Douglas Road and enhance downtown infrastructure.
citizenportal.ai
June 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale officials are taking bold steps to ensure safer biking routes for kids and enhance community health—are you ready to hear about the exciting initiatives in the works?

Learn more here

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #HealthyCommunities #UrbandaleCommunity
Urbandale officials discuss bike safety measures and Safe Routes program updates
Urbandale leaders connect on bike lane safety and strategy for Safe Routes initiative.
citizenportal.ai
June 12, 2025 at 1:39 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's City Council is making waves with a groundbreaking multi-sport facility, but the recent removal of Myrtle Hay from consideration has left some members frustrated.

Get the details!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #SportsFacility #LocalBusiness #UrbandaleRecreation
Des Moines eliminates Myrtle Hay for new multi-sport facility site amid feasibility study
Myrtle Hay site removed from Des Moines sports facility options during feasibility discussions.
citizenportal.ai
June 12, 2025 at 1:38 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Major upgrades are on the horizon for Urbandale's water infrastructure, with plans to expand the Grimes and Sailorsville plants to meet the community's growing needs.

Get the details!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #UrbandaleWater #SustainableResources
Central Iowa Water Works outlines expansion plans for Grimes and Sailorsville plants
Expansion of Grimes and Sailorsville plants will enhance core network funding by member agencies.
citizenportal.ai
May 14, 2025 at 1:54 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Central Iowa Water Works has officially launched, promising to revolutionize water reliability for over 600,000 residents in the region!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityCollaboration #CitizenPortal #UrbandaleWaterWorks #WaterManagement
Central Iowa Water Works announces new regional utility operations for 600000 users
Central Iowa Water Works officially begins operations to enhance regional water reliability and resilience.
citizenportal.ai
May 14, 2025 at 1:53 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's City Council is taking bold steps to ensure your drinking water is not just safe, but the freshest it can be!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #UrbandaleWater #CivicAccountability #WaterQuality
Urbandale Water Utility completes lead service line inventory ahead of 2027 deadline
Urbandale conducts extensive survey confirming no lead service lines in the community.
citizenportal.ai
May 14, 2025 at 1:51 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale is on the brink of a revolutionary water management project that could transform the city's water supply for generations to come!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #UrbandaleWater #InfrastructureInnovation #CommunityEngagement #SustainableWater
Urbandale Water Utility plans $14M Aquifer Storage and Recovery project at 170th Water Tower
Utility emphasizes long-term water capacity and efficiency through new ASR project.
citizenportal.ai
May 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale is making waves with a groundbreaking Aquifer Storage and Recovery well project that promises to boost water reliability and sustainability for its residents.

Learn more here

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #SustainableDevelopment #WaterManagement #EcologicalSignificance
Urbandale water utility advances aquifer storage recovery well project with DNR permit
Urbandale receives permit for aquifer storage recovery well to enhance water reliability.
citizenportal.ai
May 14, 2025 at 1:39 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Greg Edwards' final presentation as CEO of CATCH Des Moines revealed how their strategic marketing is set to transform Urbandale into a thriving hub for major events and economic growth.

Learn more here!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #UrbandaleTourism #CitizenPortal #CommunityGrowth #EventMarketing
Greg Edwards highlights CATCH Des Moines' economic impact and upcoming events
CATCH Des Moines prepares for a busy summer with major conventions and events planned.
citizenportal.ai
May 10, 2025 at 2:59 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale City Council just turned market challenges into triumphs, successfully securing a $12M bond sale at an impressive rate!

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CitizenPortal #FiscalResponsibility #DebtManagement #UrbandaleFinance #MarketVolatility
City successfully completes $12M bond sale amid market volatility
City officials secure a favorable bond sale rate despite recent financial market uncertainties.
citizenportal.ai
April 22, 2025 at 3:28 AM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's City Council is rethinking public transportation by prioritizing a ridership model that promises to connect residents to regional destinations more effectively.

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityInput #UrbandaleTransportation #CitizenPortal #PublicTransportation
Urbandale Library meeting discusses FlexConnect and Paratransit ridership strategies
Participants agree to prioritize ridership model for regional transportation enhancements.
citizenportal.ai
April 11, 2025 at 3:48 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale's City Council is tackling the future of transit as DART's ridership soars past pre-pandemic levels, but can they navigate the budget challenges ahead?

Click to read more!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityGrowth #CitizenPortal #BudgetChallenges #PublicTransit #UrbandaleTransit
Urbandale Council reviews DART updates amid budget challenges and ridership growth
Urbandale Council discusses DART budget scenarios and rising ridership post-pandemic.
citizenportal.ai
April 11, 2025 at 3:45 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale is at a crossroads for its public transit future, debating between enhancing service frequency or expanding coverage to meet residents' evolving needs.

Get the details!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityInput #CitizenPortal #PublicTransit #UrbandaleTransit
Urbandale evaluates transit options comparing microtransit and fixed route services
Urbandale considers ridership and coverage concepts to improve public transit services.
citizenportal.ai
April 11, 2025 at 3:44 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
The future of public transit in Urbandale is being reimagined, but your voice is crucial in shaping the new DART service design!

Get the details

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #CommunityInput #CitizenPortal #ServiceDesign #PublicTransit #UrbandaleTransit
DART outlines public input timeline for revised transit network in Urbandale
DART schedules public input sessions on transit service redesign for Urbandale by May.
citizenportal.ai
April 11, 2025 at 3:43 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urgent discussions at Urbandale's city hall reveal the critical balancing act of expanding paratransit services while navigating budget constraints.

Learn more here

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #UrbandaleTransportation #CitizenPortal #BudgetPlanning #PublicTransportation #DisabilityAccess
DART discusses future of paratransit services amid budget considerations
DART plans to evaluate paratransit services and budget impacts with future growth discussions.
citizenportal.ai
April 11, 2025 at 3:42 PM
citizenptnewsia.bsky.social
Urbandale officials are reimagining the vanpool program to bridge transportation gaps and enhance public transit for those who need it most.

Learn more here!

#UrbandalePolkCounty #IA #UrbandaleTransportation #CitizenPortal #CommunityAccess #PublicTransit #ServiceInnovation
Transportation Commission evaluates vanpool program to address community gaps
Commission explores vanpool solutions and identifies key community transportation gaps to address.
citizenportal.ai
April 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM