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Founded in 1881, incorporated in 1894, and named for James W. Grimes, former senator and third governor of the state of Iowa, Grimes today offers a friendly Midwestern atmosphere and a sense of community that brings people close together.
Ideally located at the northwest threshold of the Des Moines Metropolitan region, Grimes enjoys easy access to the amenities of metropolitan life while maintaining all the advantages of a small hometown.
Community News
Trash, Yardwaste and Storm Debris Cleanup Update: (May 24th) Because Monday is Memorial Day, trash and yardwaste will be picked up on Tuesday. Our garbage hauler has assured us that they will pick up storm related damaged goods such as trampolines or sheds. Just put it on the curb along with your regular trash and try to break it down so it's not in large unmanageable pieces. If you have damaged trash cans, write on them "please take" otherwise they will think it is just your trash can. Next week on Thursday and Friday we will pick up yard waste storm related debris that wasn't picked up either yesterday or today. Please make sure the pieces are no longer than four feet in lenth and do not weigh over 75 pounds.
City of Grimes Independent Auditor's Reports - June 30, 2012 (PDF)
SE Main Street Improvements / Governors District Information Page 
Pay Your Water Bill Online: We are pleased to announce that you may now pay your water bill online. We have recently updated our software with the goal of providing more payment options as well as increased convenience and better customer service. Payments may now be made by credit card over the phone, in person or online.
City of Grimes Proposed Budget - Fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 - Ending June 30, 2014.
Stormwater Utility Fee Information
Public Hearing November 13, 2012: The City Council held a public hearing and first reading of the revised stormwater utility ordinance at the regular City Council meeting on Tuesday November 13th at 5:30pm. Stormwater Management Utility Ordinance (draft) PDF
Watch Meeting
In order to comply with NPDES (National Pollution Discharge Elimination System) MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) permit requirements, the City must develop water quality regulations, stormwater quality monitoring with outfall inspection and sampling, stormwater programs, ordinances, master planning, watershed management, education, and public outreach.
Public information meetings were held at the Grimes Community Complex (410 SE Main Street) on September 17th at 6:00 pm and September 18th at 7:30 am. Watch Meeting
Why is stormwater management necessary? - Stormwater Utility Questions & Answers (PDF)
Stormwater Fee Brochure (PDF)
If you would like to have your water bill automatically deducted from your checking account each month, please print and fill out the Sure-Pay Authorization Form and return it to City Hall along with a voided blank check.
2010 Grimes Comprehensive Plan (9MB PDF)
2013-2014 Fiscal Year CIP (Capital Improvement Projects) PDF
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