News and Announcements
Election News
2022 PRIMARY ELECTION - Tuesday, June 7th
PRIMARY ELECTION - TUESDAY, JUNE 7 DEMOCRATIC PARTY REPUBLICAN PARTY
Senior Services News
New Operating Hours for Polk County Senior Centers
Full-Time Senior Centers open by reservation only.
Board of Supervisors News
Historic County Courthouse Illuminated In Green Recognizing Mental Health Awareness
Polk County’s 116 year old historic courthouse is being adorned with green lights for the month of May to recognize mental health awareness month.
Conservation News
Foragers & Hikers - Garlic Mustard Being Sprayed with Herbicide
We are starting to apply herbicide in various parks to slow the spread of the invasive species, Garlic Mustard.
Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Welcomes Dew Tour Back To Des Moines
The annual Dew Tour pro skateboard competition and festival - powered by MTN DEW® - announced today that it will return to Des Moines, Iowa on July 29 and 30 at Lauridsen Skatepark for the second consecutive year.
Emergency Management News
RapidSOS
Polk County Joint 911 Service Board voted to promote RapidSOS Emergency Health Profile.
Board of Supervisors News
Polk County Creates Behavioral Health and Disability Services Department
At a special meeting on Thursday, the Polk County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 in favor of creating a new department focusing on behavioral health and disability services in the community.
Health Department News
New Visitor Guidelines for All Polk County Hospitals
As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations have decreased in Polk County, Broadlawns Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Health – Des Moines have made the following changes to their visitor policies.
County Recorder News
Renew Your Boat Online!
Save yourself a trip downtown and the money of parking. Renew your boat online. Visit Online Renewals to renew your Personal Watercraft today! If you don't know your DNR or PIN # give us a call at 515-286-3160.
Election News
Special City Election-March 29, 2022
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 - Special Election Ankeny, Clive, and Mitchellville
Polk County News
Polk County Announces $15 Million Affordable Housing Investment
DES MOINES, Iowa – Polk County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted unanimously on a $15,150,000 investment in affordable housing projects.
Health Department News
Polk County Health Department celebrates National Public Health Week
The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the face of healthcare and public health. The Polk County Health Department staff and PRN staff have worked tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. This National Public Health Week, the Health Department is celebrating their staff and community partners.
Health Department News
Polk County Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Updates
Starting, Friday April 1, 2022, The Polk County Health Department Vaccine Clinic will no longer provide COVID-19 vaccines through the drive through. On Monday, April 4, 2022, individuals will be able to get their vaccine inside the Health Department.
Polk County News
Polk County COVID Testing Site Closure
DES MOINES, Iowa – Friday, April 1, 2022, the COVID-19 testing site at Riverplace will close.
Polk County News
Polk County Approves FY 22/23 Budget, Authorizes Decrease in Tax Levy for Homeowners
DES MOINES, Iowa – Polk County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved the fiscal year 2022/23 budget.
Conservation News
Prescribed Burning Season
Prescribed burn has begun in Polk County Conservation’s parks and trails. Natural resource crews will be conducting prescribed burning as weather allows from March 28 – May 15.
Polk County News
Polk County to Enhance Services for Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs by Connecting Them to Financial Counseling
With Support From Principal® Foundation and the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund, Polk County Announces New Small Business Boost Initiative to Support Small Business Owners
County Treasurer News
2nd Installment Property Tax Payments Due March 31st
2nd installment property taxes are due on March 31st. All payments not received or postmarked by this date are subject to a late penalty of 1.5% per month.
Board of Supervisors News
Historic County Courthouse Lit In Ukraine Colors
Des Moines, Iowa
Board of Supervisors News
REPORT REGARDING THE LEGISLATIVE SERVICES AGENCY PRELIMINARY PROPOSED SUPERVISOR REPRESENTATION PLAN
POLK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORT REGARDING THE LEGISLATIVE SERVICES AGENCY PRELIMINARY PROPOSED SUPERVISOR REPRESENTATION PLAN
Conservation News
Covid-19 Updates & Operations
UPDATE: 2/28/2022 | As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve and adapt, Polk County Conservation continues to prioritize our employee’s health and public health...