Polk County Emergency Management asks residents impacted by the recent flooding to report damages to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. A.J. Mumm, Polk County Emergency Management Director commented, “Polk County residents are encouraged to report damages by calling 2-1-1 with information on the location of the residence impacted. This information helps us get a clear understanding what assistance residents may need and how these storms really impacted each community.”
Public reporting menu page Survey123 (for all citizens or groups taking reports from citizens):https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/162782ba447e494a8a82fdae29625fd4?open=menu  (Link is off site and will open in a new window)

How Can Flood Impacted Residents Get Assistance?  (PDF)

Park Board Opening: We currently have an opening on our Park and Recreation Board. The board meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month. If you would like to be considered please contact Olivia Deyoung at odeyoung@grimesiowa.gov.

IA 44 Corridor Study Between Y AVE/County Line Road and Brookside Drive (PDF)

Grimes Iowa Law Enforcement has a new Facebook page exclusively for information about the Law Enforcement provided by the Polk County Sheriff's Office in Grimes, Iowa. (Link is off site and will open in a new window)

S James ST Construction Notice: What to expect next week: July 16 Monday - July 21 Saturday
• Traffic will continue to be shifted for Phase 2.
• Wednesday, the contractor will hand pour pavement at the south entrance to the Prairie Business
Park. This work is located at the south end of S James St, on the east side of the road.
• Subgrade preparation and modified subbase installation for the S James St. mainline paving will
continue.
• The stringline will be set for completing the mainline paving of S James St.
Details and Maps  (PDF)

Visit With A Council Person:
Councilman Ryan Burger will be at the Grimes Public Library on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 8pm. He is there to listen to you as to what you want out of your city government in Grimes, any ideas you might have to make it even better, and help put you in touch with the right people with any concerns you have. No appointment necessary, just stop in and enjoy some time talking with a member of your city government. Ryan is also available through email at rb@burgers50111.com

The Governor Has Arrived
We are pleased to announce the arrival of the "Governor" to the City of Grimes.
Click on the link above for information on Grimes' latest sculpture.

I-80 Planning Study Information  (PDF)

Little Beaver & Prairie Creek Channel Restoration Project Information Page - Check here for all updates and information regarding this project

FEMA UPDATE:  The City has contacted FEMA regarding the appeals to the proposed flood maps. FEMA is currently waiting for an appropriation of funds before they can take any actions. We don't know an exact date.
Click here for more information, including current and proposed maps

Home Base Grimes, Iowa: The community of Grimes, Iowa is proud to be an official Home Base Iowa Community. This initiative is to ensure that Grimes is doing everything that we can to be welcoming to military members and their families as they leave military service and transition to a civilian lifestyle. For more information and timely updates on how Grimes has become a Home Base Community, as well as how veterans can take advantage of benefits, visit our Home base Grimes, Iowa page.
Home Base Grimes Tax Rebate Form  (PDF)

The Grimes Community Food Pantry provides for 40 to 50 families once a month. Items for the Food Pantry may be dropped off at the Grimes United Methodist Church, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm, or you may drop items at the Grimes Fareway store just inside the entrance. Monetary donations are appreciated. Appointments may be made by calling 986-4036. In order to receive help from the food pantry, you must be a current resident of Grimes and proof of address is required.