City of Polk City

09/15/2026

3 Things to Know from the September 14 City Council Meeting

1. E-Bikes & E-Scooters: Education First
Council discussed e-bike and e-scooter safety and, at this time, is focusing on education rather than creating a new enforcement ordinance. The City and Police Department will continue reminding riders (and parents) about helmets, visibility, safe speeds and following the rules of the road.

2. Planning for Future Commercial & Industrial Growth
Council approved an amendment to the City’s Comprehensive Plan for land north of Polk City Regional Park. The change designates an additional 3.79 acres for potential commercial use and 29 acres for potential industrial use, helping position the area for future economic development.

3. Open Burning Ordinance – First Reading Approved
Council approved the first reading of proposed changes to the City’s open burning ordinance. Changes include updated setback and permit requirements, clearer rules on prohibited materials, exemptions for recreational and cooking fires, increased penalties for violations, and provisions for Fire Department response costs.

These changes are not yet final. The ordinance must still go through additional readings before adoption.

09/14/2026

🌧️ Please Be Weather Aware This Week, Polk City!

Multiple rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected through Tuesday night. Current forecasts indicate many areas could receive more than 2 inches of rain, with isolated locations receiving over 4 inches. This may result in flash flooding and hazardous travel conditions.

In addition to heavy rainfall, severe storms could produce damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes.

We encourage residents to:
• Keep an eye on weather forecasts and alerts.
• Avoid driving through standing or moving water on roadways.
• Have multiple ways to receive emergency weather notifications.

Please review the update from Polk County Emergency Management Agency for additional information and preparedness tips. Stay safe, Polk City! 🌦️🚗

Our partners at National Weather US National Weather Service Des Moines Iowa have provided information regarding potential severe weather and heavy rainfall this week. Storm potential begins tonight and continues through at least Tuesday night.

We ask that you remain weather aware and use caution if you have to be out during severe thunderstorms. Watch for flash flooding that might pool water on roadways and never drive through flood waters.

09/08/2026

🏛️ Now Hiring: Deputy City Clerk

Join the City of Polk City team! We're seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional to help support city operations and serve our growing community. Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and IPERS.

📍 Polk City, Iowa

💼 Annual salary range: $50,478 - $70,329

Learn more and apply at www.polkcityia.gov. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Visit https://www.polkcityia.gov/administration/pages/latest-city-job-opportunities for the full job description.

To apply for a job with the City of Polk City please download and complete the Polk City Employee Application Form. Completed applications and resumes can be submitted via email or mailed to:City of Polk CityPO Box 426Polk City, IA 50226 Polk City is an equal opportunity employer.

09/08/2026

Our Fire Department is conducting its annual hose testing today to help ensure equipment is ready when our community needs it most! Please be aware that 4th Street between W. Van Dorn St. and W. Broadway St. will be closed during testing. 🚒

The Polk City Fire Department is conducting our annual hose testing today. Regular hose testing helps keep our department NFPA compliant and, most importantly, helps keep our firefighters safe by ensuring our hose is ready to perform when we need it.

⚠️ 4th Street will be closed between W. Van Dorn Street and W. Broadway Street while testing is underway.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding! Thank you for helping us keep our firefighters and community safe.

08/31/2026

📢 Construction Update for Residents

Beginning at 9:00 a.m. Monday, August 31, the east leg of the E. Madison Dr. and N. 3rd St. intersection will be temporarily closed to allow for concrete roadway construction.

The project team has worked closely with the North Polk School District to minimize impacts, with the closure scheduled after school drop-off. Traffic on N. 3rd St. will not be affected.

The road will reopen as soon as possible once the concrete reaches the necessary strength, and the closure will not extend through morning school drop-off on September 8.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while these improvements are completed. 🚧

Send a message to learn more

08/24/2026

On behalf of the City of Polk City, we offer our sincere condolences to our neighbors in Sheldahl following the tragic passing of Mayor Todd Anderson.

Mayor Anderson was a dedicated public servant whose leadership and commitment to his community will be remembered by many. As a fellow community in central Iowa, we recognize the profound impact local leaders have on the places they serve and the people who call them home.

Please keep Mayor Anderson's family, friends, and the entire Sheldahl community in your thoughts during this difficult time.

08/21/2026

We LOVE the summer Polk City, IA Parks & Recreation staff!! Hate to see them go, but gosh are we glad they were here

08/19/2026

🚧 Roundabout Construction Update
Construction crews are making significant progress on the roundabout project this week, and residents should be prepared for some temporary traffic impacts.

🚦 Flaggers & Traffic Changes
Flaggers are expected to be used today while crews work on the western half of the roundabout.
Tomorrow, the intersection is expected to be reduced to one lane for a portion of the day while crews wash and vacuum the truck apron prior to sealing.
Flaggers will direct alternating traffic through the intersection during this work.
The City is working with the contractor to minimize the amount of time the intersection is under flagger control.

🌙 Evening Construction
Weather permitting, crews may continue working into the evening. Temporary lighting will be used as crews pour concrete and complete sawcutting, with work anticipated to continue until approximately 9 p.m.

The timing of the evening work will depend on weather conditions, particularly the potential for rain.

🎉 Temporary Opening Anticipated Sunday Evening
If construction continues as anticipated, the roundabout is expected to open temporarily to traffic Sunday evening.
Please note that this will not be the permanent opening. The contractor is expected to close the roundabout again for approximately two weeks at the end of September to complete several remaining items before the project is fully finished.
Once that final work is complete, the roundabout will open permanently.

We know this project has required patience from our residents and travelers, and we appreciate your continued understanding as we work toward the finish line! 🚧

Please use extra caution when traveling through the intersection, follow all flagger directions, and allow additional time for your trip while construction continues.

08/17/2026

The SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center serving Polk County will permanently close at the end of the day on Wednesday, August 19.

Residents, businesses, and private nonprofits affected by the disaster may still submit applications online through the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Important deadlines:
📅 September 21, 2026 — Deadline to submit physical damage applications
📅 April 23, 2027 — Deadline to return economic injury loan applications

Questions regarding applications can be directed to the SBA Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or [email protected].

👉 Learn more and apply: sba.gov/disaster

Please share this information with anyone who may still need assistance.

08/04/2026

There's still time to make your voice heard! The City of Polk City is asking residents to participate in the Polk City Corridor Studies by completing all three public engagement surveys.

🗓️ The surveys will remain open through Wednesday, August 5.
Your feedback will help guide future concepts and decisions for:
🚶‍♀️ 3rd Street Corridor
🚗 W. Bridge Road Corridor
🏛️ Town Square

✅ Please take a few minutes to complete all three surveys. Every response helps us better understand what matters most to our residents.
Thank you for helping shape the future of Polk City!



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Corridor Studies for W Bridge Road, S 1st Street, and N 1st Street.