Friday, September 24, 2021 |
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The Mayor and the Council met for a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 20, and the Mayor presented Urbandale native and Olympian Karissa Schweizer with a proclamation recognizing her achievements in the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo.
The Council held a public hearing for proposed changes to the zoning code for The Reserve at the northwest corner of 142nd Street and Hickman Road to increase the allowable height of buildings in that area. The Council also held a public hearing for proposed changes to the planned unit development for Highland Meadows at the southeast corner of Waterford Road and 170th Street to change lot sizes. The Council also approved a site plan for a 37-unit townhome development at the northwest quadrant of Waterford Road and 142nd Street.
The City Council approved a contract for crossing guard services at thirteen locations in Urbandale for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Garbage Collection in Urbandale |
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The Solid Waste Division helps to maintain a clean and healthy Urbandale environment by collecting and disposing of residential garbage, recycling, and yard waste. Household garbage is collected weekly by the City of Urbandale.
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Urbandale is One of the Best Places to Live |
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Urbandale made Money magazine’s list of top 50 places in the US to live! The article notes that Urbandale is ideal for new families, with an affordable median home price of $266,000 and an easy commute.
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A City election will be held on Tuesday, November 2. Elections are held in odd-numbered years on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November to elect city officers and vote on public measures. Councilmembers and the Mayor are elected for four-year terms. More information on who is running and how/where to vote can be found here.
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Join us at the Giovannetti Community Shelter at Walker Johnston Regional Park on Saturday, October 2, for the Mayor’s Bike Ride! Urbandale Lion’s Club will be providing a pancake breakfast from 7 AM - 9 AM. The ride starts at 9 AM! This is a FREE event brought to you by the City of Urbandale. Please pre-register at: www.urbandale.org/MayorsRide
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Run for the Badge with Mayor Andeweg |
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Join us for a 5K run/walk on Sunday, October 10 at the Urbandale Police Department and Run for the Badge with Mayor Andeweg! If you register by September 29 you'll even get a free t-shirt!
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Drop Off Your Leaves for Free |
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Urbandale residents may drop off leaves, free of charge, at Urbandale Public Works Facility, 9401 Hickman Road, on Saturdays (8 AM - Noon) from October 29 through November 14. Residents may bring leaves in any paper yard waste bag. Containers and plastic bags will also be allowed as long as the yard waste is emptied from the container or bag at the site. Please bring identification as checks will take place to make sure only Urbandale residents are utilizing the no-charge service. If you would like further information on this program, please call the Urbandale Department of Engineering and Public Works at 515-278-3950. |
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Sign Up for Emergency Alerts |
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Text “UFDAlerts” to 67283 from your cell phone to sign up for emergency alerts. The Fire Department has partnered with Dallas County Emergency Management Agency to share real-time emergency messages. These messages are emergency messages only (severe storm warnings, tornado warnings, watches, etc.) and cover the entire City of Urbandale regardless of County. Only warnings or significant watches and emergency messages will be delivered. |
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Join us on Thursday, October 28 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM in the Urbandale Police Department parking lot for the annual Trunk-or-Treat event. We will have lots of candy and decorated vehicles, so stop by with your friends, family, kids, or yourself. We can’t wait to see you there! |
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Welcome to Medicare Seminar |
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Are you going to be eligible for Medicare soon? Have you been on Medicare and want to better understand what it offers? This free, two-hour seminar is offered by SHIIP counselors. The program covers Medicare Part A and B benefits, the prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans, and Medicare supplement insurance. SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information Program is a service of the State of Iowa. Call 515-278-3907 to sign up for this event. |
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Drive-in Movie: The Goonies |
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Join us on Friday, October 22 as we watch a group of teenagers find a map leading to a hidden treasure. They must overcome booby traps, natural obstructions, and a gang of desperate thieves in their race for the loot. This event is FREE but you must pre-register here.
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Draining your pool or spa? We're here to help! |
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Chemicals used in pools and spas can be toxic when released into nearby streams and lakes. Discharging chemically treated pool and spa water into a storm sewer without following water quality recommendations is considered an illicit discharge, and is regulated by the City of Urbandale. Before you drain your pool or spa read this flyer and reach out to us if you have any questions.
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DART needs to hear from you! |
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Over the past several months, DART has developed a draft vision for shared mobility using customer feedback and community input. Now DART needs to hear from you about what changes would improve your travel and what gaps remain. To understand how transit service could change in the short- and long-term go to https://www.ridedart.com/future.
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Need help with your heating bill? |
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The 2021-2022 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has been established to help qualifying low-income Iowa homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. The assistance is based on household income, household size, type of fuel, and type of housing. If you are not sure where to apply, Dial 2-1-1, or visit us online.
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Have an at-home COVID-19 test kit sent directly to your residence by submitting a request or picking up a test kit at a nearby pick-up site.
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Student Loans and your FAFSA |
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be the key to making college affordable. This process can be intimidating. But with a little help from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Urbandale Parks and Recreation, you can preview the process and position yourself for success in paying for post-secondary education. Registration Deadline: September 27
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Road Patching 2021 Phase 1 and 2
This project will patch various City streets as part of our annual pavement preservation program. Learn more.
Waterford Road Reconstruction
This project will reconstruct Waterford Road from 156th Street to 142nd Street as a four-lane arterial with median, sidewalks, and separated bike lane. Learn more.
Douglas Urbanization
This project will urbanize Douglas Avenue from 100th Street to North Walnut Creek. Learn more.
Walnut Creek Regional Park
The southeast corner of 152nd Street and Meredith Drive is also the northwest corner of the 200-acre Walnut Creek Regional Park, which makes it an ideal location for an entryway “landmark” that identifies the park. Learn more.
Barrett Park Natural Playscape Phase 1
A natural playscape is planned for Barrett Park, located at the southeast corner of 156th Street and Waterford Road in Urbandale. A natural playscape is a play environment that consists of elements and textures from the earth such as logs, stumps, boulders, sand, plants, water play, etc. Learn more.
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8-year-old Urbandale girl ready for Kid Captain duties at 2021 Cy-Hawk game Read more.
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