City of Ankeny - Government

Curious about renting or using a park shelter for your gathering or event? many Ankeny park shelters are available for use free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis? Learn more about city park shelters and rental facilities: https://www.ankenyiowa.gov/442/Rental-Facilities

Last week, Ankeny Police Department Detective Lindell & K9 Sandy attended recertification training in Indianapolis. They were recertified on indoor, outdoor and vehicle searches for electronic devices along with over 20 other K9 teams. The training was provided by Jordan Detection K9 - Electronic Detection K9 Great work, Det. Lindell and Sandy!

Don't miss the last Uptown Ankeny Farmer's Market of the year, tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 21. Shop at AMP from 8 a.m. - noon!

The City of Ankeny is a proud sponsor of the Uptown Ankeny Farmer's Market.

Tomorrow is your last chance to catch the Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market, presented by ROOF IOWA - Roofing Ankeny, Des Moines & Central Iowa, at its normal morning time from 8am-12pm at the lovely Ankeny Market & Pavilion (715 W 1st Street)!

Vendor List 9/21:
Ali Family Garden
Amanda Marie Soapery
B&H General Store
Birdelaine
Boricua In the Midwest
Brewer Family Farms
Butcher Creek Produce
Buttercup Natural Soap
Casserole's & More
Cats In Tuxedos/Carmen's Magic Needles
Central Iowa DSA
Chamo Venezulean Kitchen
Chris's Custom
D'Cozy's
Daylight Donuts
Des Moines Refugee Support
Doggie Dough Bakery Treats
The Eggroll Ladies
Field & Flour
Gammy's Cookies & Bars
Gemz By Jewels
The Golden Hopper
Goodness Acres
Griffieon's
Kaylee Harp
Holton Homestead
Honey Creek Cattle Co.
Impressions By ISY
Jack Frost Freeze Dried Treats
Joe's Creations
Karen's
KayKay Adventures
The Little Farm On 46th
Lucky Wife Wine Slushies
M&S Creations
Mary's PS
Meadow Lane Treats
Midwest Opulence
Nancy's Canned Creations
No BS Jerky
Prairie Patches
SC Crafts 2
Saylor Creek Flower Farm
Simply Sour
Steinberger's Garden Oasis
Storybook Orchard
Sweet Mama Million
Sweet Swirls
Taco Don Juan
Taste of Comfort
Tranquil Harmony Tea
Thumbs Up Sub & Tropical Sno
Upstream Gardens
Warren Hill Farm
Wooden Spoons Homemade Pies
Xe & Tong Vue Farmer's Market

Apply now! The City of Ankeny is hiring police officers. Are you looking for an exciting, fast paced career where you make a difference in people's lives? Get started - learn more and apply now: https://zurl.co/b86W
💸$10,000 signing bonus for current law enforcement officers
💸$5,000 signing bonus for new employees who are not certified as a law enforcement officer

Have you opted-into the Polk County/Iowa Alert emergency notification system through Polk County Emergency Management Agency, Iowa? Receive alerts for:
- Environmental and Natural Disasters
- Search and Rescue
- Crime
- Man-made Disasters
- Public Works emergencies
- Severe Weather

Learn more and sign up now: https://zurl.co/Ne6W

Sign up for notifications from the City of Ankeny: https://zurl.co/xIHk

Ankeny Parks & Rec. is partnering with Kids Create to offer a homeschool watercolor workshop Friday, Sept. 27 from 9-11 AM. Open to grades 4-7, have fun while you learn painting techniques and apply color theory concepts. Reserve your spot now: https://ankenyiowa.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcs?leaguesid=4949

Are you watering efficiently? Save water and money while reducing the peak load on water facilities!

💦 IRRIGATION/WATERING TIPS:
• Test irrigation systems each spring to ensure there are no leaking sprinkler heads and that each head is properly directing its spray onto the turf and landscape.
• Don’t water every day, consider an every–other–day schedule with one day off so you can keep the same day rotation. (i.e. take Mondays off and water Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays)
• Avoid watering during the hottest part of the day, water before 10 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
• For in–ground irrigation systems, install a moisture sensor that will turn off the irrigation system during its normal run cycle when there has been sufficient rainfall.
• When possible, avoid laying sod or grass seed during the month of July and the first three weeks of August. These typically are the hottest months of the year. New sod has no established root system and therefore requires daily watering during hot summer days to keep it alive. Grass seed is also best used during the fall.

Learn more via the city website: https://www.ankenyiowa.gov/419/Use-Water-Wisely

Consult your preferred garden center, lawn or landscape professional for more tips and consultation for your specific lawn and landscape care and watering needs. Questions about how irrigation is affecting your water bill? Connect with Ankeny Utility Billing Customer Service at 515-963–3565.

𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙤𝙤𝙡, 𝙨𝙥𝙖 𝙤𝙧 𝙝𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙪𝙗 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣? 𝙈𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙞𝙩 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙨𝙬𝙞𝙢𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙤𝙣'𝙩 𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙪𝙥 𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙬𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨!
Never drain water from pools, spas or hot tubs into your sump pump, the street, gutter or storm drain.
• The same levels of chemicals like chlorine and copper that are used to keep your pool safe for swimmers can be harmful to fish and wildlife.
• Contrary to popular belief, salt water pools are not environmentally friendly, salt water generates chlorine and produces the chemical byproduct bromoform, which is harmful to aquatic life.

𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙙𝙤 𝙄 𝙙𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙢𝙮 𝙥𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙤𝙧 𝙨𝙥𝙖?
1. Prepare the water to be drained, test:
•Discontinue the addition of salt and chlorine. (Pro tip: Three days of sunlight can reduce chlorine levels)
•Test the water to ensure chlorine is below 0.1 mg/L and the pH is between 6.5 and 8.5 prior to draining.
2. Drain your pool
•Via the sanitary sewer*
o Drain your pool directly to the sanitary sewer via a drain in your home.
o Important note, most sump drains connect directly to the storm drain and our waterways, do not drain your pool through your sump pump.
*Preferred pool draining option for chlorine & only option for salt water pools.
•Via your lawn**
o Drain tested and properly ph balanced water over a 15 foot flat grassy or landscaped area (no paved surfaces).
o Keep the water flow low to prevent erosion of soil and vegetation.
**Secondary option for draining chlorine pools only. Never drain salt water into storm drain.
Learn more and view FAQ at https://zurl.co/3gTf

Have you noticed the vertical progress on the new 2.5 million gallon water tower along NW Irvinedale Drive, just north of NW 36th Street? Construction is expected to be completed fall 2025. This project will also include a bulk water station and a future salt storage building.

Ankeny residents - the latest issue of the Ankeny city guide will arrive in your mailbox this week! View a digital version online and register for programs now: https://www.pageturnpro.com/City-of-Ankeny/99098-Ankeny-City-Guide-FallWinter-2024/sdefault.html

It's Child Passenger Safety Week! The Ankeny Police Traffic Unit would like to remind parents and caregivers to double-check that their children are in the right seats (rear-facing car seats, forward-facing seats, or booster seats) and that the seats are installed correctly. “Good enough” may not be good enough in a crash. Unsure if your car seat is installed correctly? Schedule a free car seat check at the Ankeny Police Department, visit www.ankenyiowa.gov/carseat now.

Learn more about the Ankeny Police Department Traffic Unit, request enforcement in a particular area or submit a traffic violation complaint via our online form now: https://zurl.co/yFfO

No school for Ankeny Community School District Monday, Sept. 23! Parks & Rec. is partnering with Kids Create to offer a fun-filled art and feline themed day! Purrfect Kitty Camp for grades 1-4, 9 AM - 3 PM. Learn more and reserve your spot now: https://zurl.co/zVFR

Do you know a parks & rec. or sports management student looking for an internship? The City of Ankeny is seeking candidates for a parks & recreation internship position for Winter 2024/Spring 2025. Flexible schedule, $17/hr. Learn more & apply by Oct. 14: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ankenyiowa/jobs/4623921/winter-spring-parks-recreation-internship?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

U.S. Census Bureau workers are knocking on doors in Ankeny neighborhoods now through Oct. 21, they will visit every household that did not respond online to our Special Census to ensure we have a complete and accurate count of our current population. Field representatives will knock on doors until dusk every day, including holidays, and will have a U.S. Census Bureau ID. Learn more at www.ankenyiowa.gov/census now.

Did you know? The City of Ankeny offers free mulch to Ankeny residents, nonresidents and businesses? New! The City is now offering free loading assistance on Wednesdays and Fridays, between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. This service is available by appointment only.

Participants can take as much mulch as they need, with City staff available to assist with loading on Wednesdays and Fridays. The mulch, which is is rough and undyed, is effective for moisture retention and w**d prevention around trees and plantings.

The free mulch is located at the City Maintenance Facility, 211 SE Lorenz Drive. To schedule an appointment, please call 515-963-3525 and leave a message with your preferred date and time on Wednesdays or Fridays, between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

If assistance is not needed, the mulch is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week outside the fence of the City Maintenance Facility.

Learn more and view upcoming City of Ankeny recycling events: https://www.ankenyiowa.gov/316/Recycling-Events

Thank you! The City of Ankeny would like to share our appreciation for all volunteers who adopted 62 flowerbeds around the city. Volunteers selected and planted the flowers for their assigned bed, watered and kept it w**d free all through the spring and summer season. Thank you for helping keep our community beautiful!🌻

Ankeny City Council will meet on Monday, Sept. 16 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at the Ankeny Public Library.

Public Hearings:
Pine Lake Estates LUPA Area A, Area B, Area C and Pine Lake Estates PUD Rezoning

The adjournment of the council meeting will be followed by a Council Action Planning Session regarding Cost Savings and or/Efficiency Measures - Fee items. View the agendas for these public meetings now: https://ankenyiowa.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/

Work at the Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library! The City of Ankeny is currently seeking qualified candidates for a full-time teen services librarian position. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Learn more and apply by Sept. 19: https://zurl.co/NbAI

You only have two more chances to attend the Uptown Ankeny Farmer's Market this year! Shop at the Ankeny Market & Pavilion (AMP) Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon.

The City of Ankeny is a proud sponsor of the Uptown Ankeny Farmer's Market.

All aboard! We've got just TWO morning Farmers Markets left to enjoy our local vendors and take a ride on the Uptown Ankeny Express! This week at the Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market, presented by ROOF IOWA - Roofing Ankeny, Des Moines & Central Iowa, you can shop fall goodies from more than 60 local vendors, enjoy family friendly entertainment, AND support Ankeny Scholars by visiting the Ankeny Dollars for Scholars "Selfies for Scholars" booth!

The Uptown Ankeny Farmers Market runs from 8am-12pm on Saturdays through 9/21, and then we'll end with a bang with our Pumpkins & Pints Harvest market on 9/28 from 4-8pm! Markets are held at the beautiful Ankeny Market & Pavilion at 715 W 1st Street. Thank you to the City of Ankeny - Government for its ongoing support of our market, and to our other fantastic sponsors, Polk County Iowa , Ankeny Community School District, and UnityPoint Health - Des Moines for their help in putting on this great community event.

Vendor List for 9/14:
Ainsley Grace Designs LLC
Ali Family Garden
Amanda Marie Soapery
B&H General Store
Boricua In the Midwest
Butcher Creek Produce
Casserole's & More
Cats In Tuxedos/Carmen's Magic Needles
Chamo Venezulean Kitchen
Chris's Custom
Chubby Pug Cheese Specialty Dog Treats
Coffalo Coffee
Crafted Art & Craft Boutique
Dawn Cameron Design
Daylight Donuts
Debbie DooWop
Des Moines Refugee Support
Doggie Dough Bakery Treats
Field & Flour
Funny Ass Farm
Gammy's Cookies & Bars
Gemz By Jewels
The Golden Hopper
Goodness Acres
Griffieon's
Kaylee Harp
Holton Homestead
Honey Creek Cattle Co.
Hotel Luna
The House Of Lumpia
Impressions By ISY
Jack Frost Freeze Dried Treats
Joe's Creations
Karen's
KayKay Adventures
The Little Farm On 46th
M&A Garden
MK Produce
M&S Creations
Mary's PS
Meadow Lane Treats
Midwest Opulence
Mod & Glow Candles L.L.C.
Nancy's Canned Creations
No BS Jerky
Pleasant St Creations
Prairie Patches
Raised on Roseland
SC Crafts 2
Saylor Creek Flower Farm
Steinberger's Garden Oasis
Storybook Orchard
Sweet Beans Coffee Bar
Taco Don Juan
Taste of Comfort
Tranquil Harmony Tea
Thumbs Up Sub & Tropical Sno
Twisted Orchid Design
Upstream Gardens
Warren Hill Farm
West Forty Market
Wooden Spoons Homemade Pies
Xe & Tong Vue Farmer's Market

Ankeny snowfighters are driving routes to make sure plows will be able to get through residential streets without hitting trees and branches. Did you know? Ankeny property owners are responsible for trimming trees and bushes overhanging the street or sidewalk. All branches must be at least 15 feet above the surface of the street and 8 feet above the surface of the sidewalk. View the city code now: https://zurl.co/7noo

In recognition of the invaluable contributions of policewomen, the Ankeny Police Department proudly celebrates National Police Woman Day, today. These dedicated professionals exemplify the spirit of public service and dedication to our community. Thank you for all you do!

The Ankeny Police Department Traffic Unit would like to remind drivers to slow down and observe posted speed limits. Speeding endangers everyone. This photo depicts a vehicle that the Ankeny Police Traffic Unit stopped going 49 miles per hour on a residential street. The speed limit is 25 MPH on residential streets. The resulting ticket was $233. Did you know for 25 or more over you can lose your license? Please slow down.

Learn more about the Ankeny Police Department Traffic Unit, request enforcement in a particular area or submit a traffic violation complaint via our online form now: https://zurl.co/yFfO