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1. When is City Hall open?

City Hall is open Monday through Friday from 8 am until 4:30 pm.

2. Where is City Hall located?

City Hall is located at:
101 NE Harvey Street
Grimes, IA 50111

It is at the corner of 1st Street (Highway 44) and Harvey Street.

3. When does the City Council meet?

The Grimes City Council meets at 5:30 pm on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

Meetings are held at the Grimes Community Complex:
410 SE Main Street
Grimes, IA 50111

Meetings are also available electronically via Zoom. Always check the meeting agenda to verify the location.

4. How do I start water service?

To start water service, go to our Utility Sign-Up Page. Please call City Hall with questions at 515-986-3036.

5. How do I start garbage service?

Garbage service for single-family homes is included in the monthly water bill. To begin service, please contact Grimes City Hall at 515-986-3036.  

6. What streets can I park on when the snow ordinance is in effect?

The City of Grimes does not allow parking on any streets or alleys when the snow ordinance is in effect. The current fine for violating the snow ordinance (Grimes Code of Ordinances Chapter 69.11) is $50.

Click here to sign up for text or email alerts for snow ordinances.

7. Does Grimes have a police department?

Law enforcement is contracted through the Polk County Sheriffs Department. If you have an emergency dial 911. For non-emergencies call 515-286-3333.

8. Does Grimes allow open burning?

Open burning of yard waste and debris is not allowed. 

Open fires for cooking, heating, recreation and ceremonies are allowed, provided they comply with the limits for emission of visible air contaminants established by the State Department of Natural Resources (IAC, 567-23.2[3e]).

For more information see Chapter 105.04 of the Grimes Code of Ordinances.

9. How should I place my garbage or recycling cart to ensure collection during winter months?

Below are some tips for properly preparing your cart:

• Clear out a place for your cart when you shovel snow from your driveway. Leave 18 inches around it to allow room for the truck's arm.
• Don't place carts on snow piles, because it's easy for them to tip over and litter your streets and presents a difficult situation for the truck driver to set down your cart.
• Don't place carts in the street. This is a hazard for cars, and they could be destroyed by snow plows.

10. What should I do if my neighbor's dog is barking excessively?

If talking to the dog owner does not solve the problem, the next step is to call the Polk County non-emergency number, 515-286-3333. They will send a deputy out to document the problem and discuss it with the dog owner.