The public works department is responsible for maintaining and improving all city streets, alleys, and community property.

The City shop is located at 901 N Main.

Public works director:  Joe McAreavy
                                         986-3036
                                         jmcareavy@ci.grimes.ia.us

Assistant Director:        Kevin Kestel
                                         986-3036
                                         kkestel@ci.grimes.ia.us

Mid American Energy owns most of the street lights in Grimes. A streetlight that is on during the day or repeatedly cycles on and off needs attention just the same as a light that is completely out. To report a streetlight problem online please use this link to Mid American Energy's streetlight repair request form.  ( This will open in a new window )