Polk

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Serving a diverse Central Iowa community, Polk County is among the nation’s most innovative public institutions. We bring together creative leaders, collaborative organizations and key resources to empower our communities and make life better for all people in Polk County.

5 Points of Progress

Board of Supervisors Promoted
Notice of Public Meeting on Proposed 2024-2027 Consolidated Plan for the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development

Polk County has developed a proposed 2024-2027 Consolidated Plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to be funded pursuant to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.

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10/9/2024

Story Tellebration
Conservation Events
Story Tellebration

Join volunteer storyteller, Carmen Epstein, for a fun, interactive tale tailored toward children ages 2 to 6 that explores the wonders of the outdoors. During each program, participants enjoy interactive stories and an activity.

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10/16/2024

Election News
2024 Polk County General Election

Polk County Iowa Presidential General Election Tuesday, November 5 Polls Open 7:00a - 8:00p Early Voting begins Oct 16th

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10/15/2024

Trail Construction at Easter Lake Park
Conservation Events
Trail Construction at Easter Lake Park

Join us for a morning of teamwork, conservation, and community as we continue building a new and improved trail at Easter Lake Park.

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10/17/2024

County Attorney News
Jury convicts Michigan truck driver of vehicular homicide-OWI in tow-truck driver's death

Joshua Villa was loading a disabled vehicle onto his tow truck while an Urbandale police officer and a DOT Highway Helper assisted at the scene. Evidence showed that a semitruck failed to move over or slow down and struck Mr. Villa. The semi-truck driver did not stop, according to the Urbandale officer.

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10/14/2024

Full Moon Hike
Conservation Events
Full Moon Hike

Join us for this full moon hike and explore the night with your senses to learn what it takes for the creatures of the night to survive.

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10/17/2024

Veteran Affairs News
Veterans Day Celebration

November 11, 2024

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10/10/2024

Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)
Conservation Events
Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)

Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!

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10/18/2024

CIVIL Fees Changes coming November 1, 2024
County Sheriff News
CIVIL Fees Changes coming November 1, 2024

Effective November 1, 2024, due to an increase in postage, there will be a fee change for garnishments processed by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

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10/9/2024

Prairie Seed Harvest
Conservation Events
Prairie Seed Harvest

Join us for a rewarding day in the great outdoors as we work together to protect one of the most endangered ecosystems on planet Earth – Iowa’s tallgrass prairies.

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10/18/2024

Veteran Affairs News
Veterans Mobile Food Pantry

November Veterans Mobile Food Pantry

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10/9/2024

Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)
Conservation Events
Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)

Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!

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10/19/2024