The Mayor and City Council met on Tuesday, May 16, and Mayor Andeweg began by proclaiming May 21-27 as National Public Works Week.
The City Council approved a $320,000 bid for three community entrance signs to be built near NW Urbandale Drive south of I-35/80, at the corner of 100th Street and 54th Avenue, and west of 86th Street at the I-35/80 eastbound off-ramp. All three signs are expected to be built and completed by the end of the year.
The City Council approved site plans for Timberline Wellness near the northeast corner of the Douglas Parkway roundabout at 142nd Street. The building is proposed to be about 12,000 square feet and will likely be space for a medical and dental clinic, although other uses are possible. The City Council also approved a site plan for 74 new townhomes near the southwest corner of 142nd Street and Waterford Road.
The City Council also approved purchasing 2,450 tons of roadway salt for $168,000. That's equivalent to about 68 dump trucks fully-loaded with salt.
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Residents Hit the Trails for Mayor's Annual Bike Ride |
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Residents from across the community hit the trails earlier this month for the Mayor’s annual bike ride. Mayor Andeweg anchored the team of riders as they completed the route through Urbandale. Urbandale has a progressive and popular trail network that’s more than 50 miles long! Join us next year for a great time! |
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State of the City Address |
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You are invited to attend the Mayor's State of the City Address on Thursday, June 29, at City Hall. An open house with refreshments will begin at 5 PM. The presentation will start promptly at 5:30 PM. All are welcome! This event is free and open to the public but please RSVP at www.Urbandale.org/RSVP
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Mosquito Control Program Begins in June |
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Mosquito spraying in Urbandale neighborhoods will begin in June and, weather permitting, will continue until fall or when mosquito population thresholds are no longer exceeded. City staff will be treating area neighborhoods with EPA approved mosquito control product between the hours of 9:30 PM to 3 AM. Read more here.
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Kick off summer with a Party in the Park on Friday, June 9! Party in the Park features fun actives for the whole family! There's a beer garden for adults, food trucks, live music, and free kids activities including bounce houses, lazer tag, and lawn games! Learn more.
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Free Friday Flicks: DC League of Super-Pets |
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Pack your lawn chairs and blankets and bring your friends and family to enjoy an evening under the stars at our free outdoor movie! We're showing "DC League of Super-Pets" at Walnut Creek Regional Park (153rd Street and Horton Avenue). Bring your own snacks, or enjoy food from the food truck Two Ol’ Chefs! This is not a drive-in style event, please bring your lawn chair, blankets, etc. No registration is needed. Learn more here.
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Most City Offices Closed for Memorial Day |
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This Monday, May 29, most Urbandale City offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. The Urbandale Public Library will be closed on Sunday, May 28 and 29. Please take a moment to remember those who have sacrificed their lives for the freedom and liberty that all of us enjoy in the United States of America. |
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The warm weather is here and let's celebrate! Join us on Sunday, June 11, at 1:30 PM at the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park for a flute and harp concert! This FREE concert will be located at the shelter building and is open to the public. Be sure to bring a lawn chair to enjoy! Learn more.
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Garbage Collection Delayed |
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Garbage, recycling, and yard waste will not be collected on Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular collection will be delayed one day for the remainder of the week. Learn more.
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Your Creativity Needed: Art on the Trail |
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Are you ready to show off your artistic skills? We supply the 2'x2' wood canvas and you supply the creativity! The art will then be displayed along the Lakeview Park trail. Hurry, we only have a few canvas left! Learn more and secure your spot here.
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Summer Concert Series in Urbandale |
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Ducharme-Jones
Tuesday, June 20, at 6:30 PM
Lions Park in Urbandale
Opus Taylor
Tuesday, July 11, at 6:30 PM
Walnut Creek Regional Park in Urbandale
Black Dirt Ramblers
Tuesday, August 8, at 6:30 PM
Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park in Urbandale
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Hickman and Interstate 35/80 Construction |
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Hickman Road (US Highway 6) at I-35/80 is one of the busiest intersections in the Des Moines Metro Area, servicing over 150,000 vehicles per day. It is over capacity for the volume of traffic, presenting safety and efficiency concerns. A project to reconstruct the interchange is slated for 2024 – 2028. Learn more about the project here.
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Do you have a large item that doesn't fit in your garbage bin? Urbandale residents can drop-off large items (like appliances and furniture) for no-charge at the Urbandale Parks & Public Works Maintenance Facility on the second Saturday of every month, from 8 AM until Noon. Learn more about the drop-off program here.
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Win Hinterland Tickets This Summer |
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The Library's Summer Reading Kickoff is Thursday, June 1, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park. Two grand prize winners of the adult summer reading challenge will win a 3-day pass to this year's Hinterland Music Festival!
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Construction season is here, and many public projects are being completed throughout Urbandale. You can learn more about each major project and the current status on the City Projects webpage.
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Urbandale boys soccer player Cole Hanson has cancer, but it hasn't stopped him from competing. Read more.
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