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Board of Supervisors News
Immigrants, Refugees and New Residents Invited to Free Meal, Resource Fair for Welcoming Week

Polk County, in partnership with Des Moines Water Works, will host a free meal and resources fair in honor of central Iowa’s immigrant and refugee communities during Welcoming Week.

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9/11/2023

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Seeks Public Comments Regarding Bond Authorization for Des Moines Airport Authority

Polk County Seeks Public Comments Regarding Bond Authorization for Des Moines Airport Authority Ballot Initiative Requested to Issue Sale of Bonds to Support Airport Terminal Expansion

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9/1/2023

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Continues to Fund Emergency Contraception for Victims of Sexual Assault

The Polk County Board of Supervisors approved unanimously to continue to provide funding and crisis and advocacy services to victims of sexual assault and rape. The measure follows a State of Iowa attempt to remove critical care healthcare services from those who need it most.

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8/17/2023

Polk County Partners Come Together To Address Gun Violence
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Polk County Partners Come Together To Address Gun Violence

PCHD unveils Gun Safety Campaign, ‘Talk it Up, Lock it Up’

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8/1/2023

Homeowners 65+ Eligible For $3,250 Property Tax Exemption
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Homeowners 65+ Eligible For $3,250 Property Tax Exemption

Iowan’s age 65 or older are eligible for a property tax exemption worth $3,250 for the assessment year beginning January 1, 2023

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6/16/2023

Polk County Administration Building Visitor Entrance Procedures
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Polk County Administration Building Visitor Entrance Procedures

Security Upgrades Mirror Those Currently Utilized by Other County, State and Federal Buildings

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6/2/2023

A Day at the Farm, a “Defining Decade” of Momentum
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A Day at the Farm, a “Defining Decade” of Momentum

Water quality efforts, progress to be recognized at Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy 10th anniversary field day

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5/24/2023

Polk County Launches Central Iowa Source Water Research Assessment
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Polk County Launches Central Iowa Source Water Research Assessment

Two-Year Water Improvement Project Commissioned by Polk County

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5/22/2023

Polk County Funds $5 Million Down Payment Assistance Program
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Polk County Funds $5 Million Down Payment Assistance Program

In an effort to create sustainable home ownership for low income families, Polk County has committed $5 million to a new down payment assistance program.

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5/9/2023

Polk County Mosquito Remediation Efforts Set To Begin
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Polk County Mosquito Remediation Efforts Set To Begin

During the week of May 15th, Polk County will apply larvicide product by helicopter to targeted areas in the unincorporated Polk County.

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5/3/2023

Polk County Financial Empowerment Center Celebrates Milestone
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Polk County Financial Empowerment Center Celebrates Milestone

DES MOINES, IA – On Monday, Polk County joined other community leaders to celebrate the 3-year anniversary of the Polk County Financial Empowerment Center.

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4/24/2023

Polk County Awards $250,000 To Iowa Rivers Revival
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Polk County Awards $250,000 To Iowa Rivers Revival

Funds Multi-Year Cleanup Effort of 250 Miles of River & Stream Shoreline

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4/14/2023

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Funds Healthcare Collaborative

The Polk County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday announced a $1 million grant for the creation of a new Health Care Workforce Collaborative in Central Iowa

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2/22/2023

Polk County's Board of Supervisors statement on tragic shooting at Starts Right Here
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Polk County's Board of Supervisors statement on tragic shooting at Starts Right Here

Des Moines, IA

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1/23/2023

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Seeks to Appoint Members to Condemnation Compensation Commission

The Polk County Board of Supervisors is looking for residents to serve on various boards and commissions.

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12/6/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Seeks to Appoint Members to Various Boards and Commissions

By State of Iowa law, the Polk County Board of Supervisors are responsible for appointing residents to various boards and commissions. The Board of Supervisors are currently seeking a number of Polk County residents to fulfill terms with the following boards and commissions:

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10/18/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Board of Supervisors to Host FREE Welcoming Week Events

Polk County is thrilled to join Welcoming America and other organizations nationwide in hosting free events to celebrate the contributions of refugees, immigrants, and new residents in our community during this year’s Welcoming Week.

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9/8/2022

Polk County Holds Ribbon Cutting & Dedication of Historic Courthouse
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Polk County Holds Ribbon Cutting & Dedication of Historic Courthouse

DES MOINES, Iowa – Polk County Board of Supervisors, and members of Iowa’s 5th Judicial District, on Tuesday, officially opened the newly renovated Historic Polk County Courthouse.

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8/30/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Commits Additional $36 Million Toward Community Investment

Polk County Commits Additional $36 Million Toward Community Investment. ARPA Funding Used to Enhance Quality of Life and Infrastructure in Polk County.

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7/27/2022

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Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (7)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (6)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (5)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (4)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (3)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (2)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance (1)

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022

Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Mental Health and Disability Services (MHDS) Region Governing Board Awards $2 Million for Provider Assistance

Recognizing the need to attract and retain a qualified healthcare workforce, the Polk County MHDS Region Governing Board  voted unanimously to allocate more than $2 million in funding for mental health and disability service providers.

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6/28/2022