Have you checked out the adventure pass from the Grimes Public Library? Library card holders can request free passes to area attractions, including the Brenton Skating Plaza, Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens, and other fun locations in the metro. Additional Info...

Even though we didn't get a lot of snow with the latest storm, it's still important to follow these snow removal reminders. Read on...

Come work for the City of Grimes! We currently have openings in our Finance, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works Departments. Learn more and apply below. Additional Info...

If you're ready to think about spring, sign up or renew your Metro Waste Authority Compost It! cart today! Yard waste collection will begin on April 3rd. Read on...

New to Grimes? Welcome home! We have a New Resident Guide here on our website with a checklist to get you started, important phone numbers and city information, plus frequently asked questions about living in our community. Read on...

Teams of Tomorrow Basketball Camp with Coach Mik is a creative ball handling and dribbling program that uses music, academic enrichment, and basketballs to improve physical and mental growth. Read on...

The Grimes City Council voted to annex 706 acres of property located along NW and SW County Line Road. This area has the potential to be developed into residential neighborhoods, commercial developments, or new parks. Read on...

Did you know that Metro Waste Authority has a calendar magnet for the 2023 trash and recycling collection schedule? You can pick it up at City Hall or find the image online at the link below Read on...

Mark your calendars! Registration for the Little Athletes camp opens February 1st. This camp is a great opportunity to introduce young kids to a wide range of new activities with a different sport taught each week. Read on...

Bam Bam teaches the basics of baseball/softball. This program is geared toward a fun and rewarding experience in a low-competitive atmosphere. Learn more and register starting February 1st Read on...

In 2022, the City of Grimes saw record commercial development growth and residents reinvesting in their properties. Commercial permit valuations increased 337% from 2021. Read on...

City Budgets can seem overwhelming. But it’s easy once you grasp the basics. So what is a budget? A budget is a tool that helps a city balance what we want and need with the resources we have to pay for them. Learn more in this video. Additional Info...

We are hiring! There are three openings for Sports Facilities Maintenance Workers and one opening for a Recreation Coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department. Learn more and apply below. Additional Info...

2022 was a great year in Grimes! Check out some of the City projects that were completed and others on the horizon in this video. Read on...

It's the season of giving! Grimes City Hall is a drop-off location for the Grimes Storehouse. Any donated items can be left inside the front doors and will be taken to the food pantry. Read on...

We love the view from the sky! Construction is underway on GrimesPlex. Crews are grading and doing utility work. Additional Info...

Coming in 2023! A stoplight is coming to the busy intersection of SE 19th St and S James St. The City Council recently approved a Professional Services Agreement to begin the design of a temporary signal at this location. Read on...

At the November 22nd City Council meeting, the Council voted to extend NE Destination Dr to connect to NE Beaverbrooke Blvd. Both roadways will connect via a roundabout to Highway 141. Read on...

Stay in the know and never miss out on what’s going on in Grimes. Sign up for emergency notifications, news alerts, monthly newsletters, council agendas, and more. Read on...

The City of Grimes will be building a new fire station. The likely location will be next to the current library in Waterworks Park. Read on...

GrimesPlex Update — The City Council approved a few items related to GrimesPlex at the November 8th meeting. Read on...

Coming next year! The City of Grimes plans to extend the trail along the north side of Highway 44. The extension will run from the intersection of Brookside Drive to the Dallas Center-Grimes High School parking lot. Read on...

The first MultiGolf Park in the Des Moines metro and the first 18-hole course in the USA is coming to Grimes. MultiGolf combines three forms of golf. Individuals can play foot golf, park golf, and disc golf all on the same field. Read on...

Have you ever felt like you keep hitting every single red light? The City of Grimes is working on a project to fix that problem. Crews are installing fiber and an operating system to connect all traffic signals on the major corridors. Read on...

Check out the 2022 Fall/Winter Program Guide! This is a complete guide to all programs and activities from the Grimes Parks and Recreation Department and the Grimes Public Library. Additional Info...

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