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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

Mid American Tree Trimming:  In order to provide Grimes with safe and reliable electric service, contracted tree trimming crews working for MidAmerican Energy Company will be clearing tree limbs from our electric facilities. At least 14 days prior to moving into neighborhoods all affected properties will be notified by mail. Immediately before work begins, crews will knock on the door of the affected property and explain what work is needed. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact MidAmerican Energy at 1-888-427-5632.

2009-2010 Fiscal Year CIP  (Capital Improvement Projects)  PDF

Code Red Program:  The City of Grimes, in partnership with Polk County Emergency Management has implemented an automated phone message system known as "Code Red". It can be used in emergency situations when timely communication to our residents is essential. The system will be initiated in situations such as flooding, utility outages or other significant events. All published land-line phone numbers in Grimes have been added to the calling system, but if you do not have a land line phone, have an unpublished number, or want to add an alternate (cell) phone number, you are encouraged to go to www.polkcountyiowa.gov/EmergencyManagement for registration and additional information.

Don't forget to get your dog licensed for 2010:  All dogs are required to be licensed and all licenses expire at the end of each year.  Before a license is issued, the owner shall furnish a veterinarian’s certificate showing that the dog for which the license is sought has been vaccinated against rabies, and that the vaccination does not expire within six months from the effective date of the dog license.  A tag showing evidence of proper vaccination shall at all times be attached to the collar of the dog. Fees: Spayed / Neutered = $1,  Non Spayed / Neutered = $3.

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South James Street is now open in both Grimes and Urbandale.

Keep current on  Grimes Comprehensive Plan development by visiting RDg.

Metro Waste Authority Newsletter for February 2010 -- How to Manage Your Non-Hazardous Household Waste  (PDF)

2008 Annual Water Quality Report Grimes Water Supply. (PDF)

Highway 44 Improvement Project Information

Water System Disinfection Changes (PDF)