News Flash

Snow Removal Crews See Busiest Winter in Years

Members of the Waukee Public Works and Parks & Recreation Departments have been putting in long days on the City's streets and trails, tackling snow storm after snow storm. "It's taken a lot out of everyone with just snow after snow," said S...

Registration Deadline for Girls Spring Recreational Softball Extended to February 25

Registration for the Waukee Parks & Recreation Department's Girls Softball League is now open. The season will run from mid-April through early June. The online registration period has been extended through Monday, Feb. 25 at noon. Register participan...

Habitat for Humanity to "Rock the Block" in Waukee

Dallas County Habitat for Humanity is inviting Waukee homeowners to participate in its Rock the Block® home program. The goal of Rock the Block is to bring together families, local partners, volunteers and sponsors to repair homes and improve the ...

All City Buildings Closed Monday, Feb. 18

All City of Waukee buildings, including the Waukee Public Library, will be closed Monday, Feb. 18 in observance of Presidents' Day. Garbage and recycling collection will run as scheduled.

Waukee Library and Historical Society Announce 2019 Local History Series

The Waukee Public Library and the Waukee Area Historical Society (WAHS) are partnering again to host the popular Local History Series. Throughout the year, the two organizations will present historical information on specific topics related to Waukee and ...

Firefighter and Medic of the Year Honors Awarded

During the Waukee Fire Department's annual dinner, Clint Stephens (left photo) was named the 2018 Firefighter of the Year. Chandler Thayer (center photo) was named the 2018 Medic of the Year. Chief Clint Robinson presented the awards.

Clint Stephens receiv...

City Staff Members Pack 15,336 Meals for Those in Need

On January 25, 2019, 42 City of Waukee staff members spent their lunch hours at Meals from the Heartland, packaging meals for local food pantries and disaster areas around the world. Meals from the Heartland is a non-profit organization geared toward elim...

Seven Appointed to City Boards and Commissions

The City of Waukee board and commission appointees for 2019 are as follows: 

• Board of Adjustment: Doug Drees (reappointment)
• Board of Appeals: Jessica Smith and Matthew Zinkula
• Park Board: Chris Crone, Josh Loeffelholz & Ethan Owens (all reappoi...

New Waukee Comprehensive Plan Available for Review

A draft of the "Imagine Waukee 2040" Comprehensive Plan is now available online. Members of the public are encouraged to review this roadmap for Waukee's future. Public comments will be accepted through February 25, 2019.

City of Waukee officials...

City Snow Reminders

Winter in Iowa usually brings its fair share of fluffy snow. When snow begins to accumulate, the City of Waukee's Public Works Department enacts the Snow and Ice Control Policy. The policy attempts to maintain an adequate driving surface, and to provide p...

Outdoor Ice Rink Now Open

The Waukee Ice Rink, sponsored by Wells Fargo and the Iowa Wild, is now open! The outdoor rink is located in the southeast corner of Centennial Park (1255 Warrior Lane). The rink is open for hockey from dawn to noon, and open skating hours are from noon t...

Fire Department Welcomes Kurth as New Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

The Waukee Fire Department recently hired Tim Kurth to fill its open full-time Firefighter/Paramedic position. His duties include responding to fire and rescue calls, performing truck and equipment maintenance, and leading public education sessions.

Kurth,...

Lindsay Named Waukee’s New Human Resources Director

The City of Waukee recently hired Michelle Lindsay as its new Human Resources Director. Lindsay began her role with the City on January 7. She will spend her days supporting the City’s departments and employees while recruiting top talent and serving as a...

City Council Approves ADA Transition Plan

On January 7, the Waukee City Council approved a resolution approving the City of Waukee's ADA Pedestrian Access Route Transition Plan.

Read through the ADA Transition plan.

While residents and State agencies were reached out to for comment prior to this pl...

City Seeks Nominations for 2018 Citizen of the Year

The City of Waukee is now seeking nominations through Friday, Feb. 15 for its 2018 Citizen of the Year. Each year, the City accepts nominations of exemplary residents who represent the true spirit of community service. The award recipient is honored with ...

Trailside Dog Park Passes Now Available

Park passes for the soon-to-open new Trailside Dog Park are now available for purchase. Annual passes cost $25 for each Waukee dog. Non-resident passes are $45 per dog. Daily passes are also available for $5. Waukee residents will need to license each dog...

Police Department Names Officer of the Year

Sgt. Mackenzie Sposeto was named the 2018 Officer of the Year. Sgt. Sposeto received the honor for being a great ambassador for the Department while serving as Sergeant of the School Resource Officers and effectively managing all of the Department`s commu...

Two Waukee Police Officers Graduate from ILEA

Congrats to new Waukee Police Officers Jeremiah Freuh (left) and Dace Richardson (right)! Both graduated from the 283rd Basic Level 1 Class of the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy on December 14. Now that their 16-week course studies and exercises ar...

Kevin Vrchoticky Hired as Asst. Public Works Director - Engineering

Kevin Vrchoticky was recently hired as the City's Assistant Public Works Director - Engineering, stepping into the role left vacant when Rudy Koester was promoted to Public Works Director/City Engineer. 

Vrchoticky is overseeing the City of Waukee...

Waukee Public Safety Staff Receive Sullivan Brothers' Award of Valor

The Iowa Department of Public Safety (DPS) hosted the annual Sullivan Brothers’ Award of Valor Ceremony on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018 at the State Capitol Rotunda. Governor Kim Reynolds and Iowa DPS Commissioner Roxann Ryan honored four Waukee public...

Waukee’s Trailside Dog Park to Open in Early 2019

Construction of Waukee’s first dog park is nearing completion. The Waukee Parks & Recreation Department will open the park to the public in early 2019, as soon as weather allows. The four-acre Trailside Dog Park is located at 590 SE Brick Drive in Wau...

Now Hiring for 2020 Census Jobs

Waukee residents, the U.S. Census is hiring! You have the chance to participate in the 2020 Census by becoming a temporary census taker, field supervisor, recruiting assistant, office clerk or office operations supervisor. Apply today!

Registration Open for Girls Spring Recreational Softball

Registration for the Waukee Parks & Recreation Department's Girls Softball League is now open. The season will run from mid-April through early June. Online registration ends February 18, 2019. Register participants for the grade they are in for the 2...

Downtown Gazebo Gets a Roof Makeover

Thanks to DECRA Roofing Systems, Inc. and Worth Exteriors, Waukee’s Triangle Park gazebo is looking extra polished just in time for the annual WinterFest celebration!

After decades of aging, the roof on the gazebo was looking worn. A chance conversation at...

Be Prepared for the Snow Ordinance and Parking Bans

If snow is forecast for Waukee, the Public Works Department will often implement the City's snow ordinance (Waukee Municipal Code §502.17) and emergency parking ban. During this time, all public street parking is prohibited. Every attempt is made...

City Launches New Rental Property Inspection Program

The City of Waukee now has an official citywide Rental Property Inspection Program; this effort is required pursuant to Chapter 364.17 of the Iowa Code. The purpose of this code is to ensure property owners, their agents and others who rent out residentia...

LIHEAP Offers Heating Assistance to Low-Income Qualifiers

This month's news features information about the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), how you can help a neighbor in need and how to reach the Iowa Utilities Board.

Consumer Fireworks Use Permitted July 3 & 4 Only

As a reminder, the Waukee City Council amended the fireworks ordinance in August 2017 to permit legal fireworks use within the Waukee city limits only on July 3 and 4 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 11 p.m. on those respective days. Exploding or dischargi...