Due to extremely dry conditions, the City of Grimes is asking all residents to please help out by conserving as much water as possible. For some helpful tips on water conservation visit our Water Conservation Tips Page.

Polk County Flood Assistance Information (link is off site)

Beggars' Night 2018 Information Page  -  (Tuesday October 30th 6-8pm)

IA 44 Final Corridor Study Between Y AVE/County Line Road and Brookside Drive (PDF)

Grimes Iowa Law Enforcement has a new Facebook page exclusively for information about the Law Enforcement provided by the Polk County Sheriff's Office in Grimes, Iowa. (Link is off site and will open in a new window)

S James ST Construction Notice: What to expect next week: August 6th Monday - August 11th Saturday
• Traffic will continue to be shifted for Phase 2.
• Mainline paving for S James ST is scheduled for the end of the week.
Details and Maps  (PDF)

Visit With A Council Person:
Councilman Ryan Burger will be at the Grimes Public Library on the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30 to 8pm. He is there to listen to you as to what you want out of your city government in Grimes, any ideas you might have to make it even better, and help put you in touch with the right people with any concerns you have. No appointment necessary, just stop in and enjoy some time talking with a member of your city government. Ryan is also available through email at rb@burgers50111.com

The Governor Has Arrived
We are pleased to announce the arrival of the "Governor" to the City of Grimes.
Click on the link above for information on Grimes' latest sculpture.

I-80 Planning Study Information  (PDF)

Little Beaver & Prairie Creek Channel Restoration Project Information Page - Check here for all updates and information regarding this project

FEMA UPDATE:  The City has contacted FEMA regarding the appeals to the proposed flood maps. FEMA is currently waiting for an appropriation of funds before they can take any actions. We don't know an exact date.
Click here for more information, including current and proposed maps

Home Base Grimes, Iowa: The community of Grimes, Iowa is proud to be an official Home Base Iowa Community. This initiative is to ensure that Grimes is doing everything that we can to be welcoming to military members and their families as they leave military service and transition to a civilian lifestyle. For more information and timely updates on how Grimes has become a Home Base Community, as well as how veterans can take advantage of benefits, visit our Home base Grimes, Iowa page.
Home Base Grimes Tax Rebate Form  (PDF)

The Grimes Community Food Pantry provides for 40 to 50 families once a month. Items for the Food Pantry may be dropped off at the Grimes United Methodist Church, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm, or you may drop items at the Grimes Fareway store just inside the entrance. Monetary donations are appreciated. Appointments may be made by calling 986-4036. In order to receive help from the food pantry, you must be a current resident of Grimes and proof of address is required.