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Median home value
$45,000
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:30

Tree Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Nov 25, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 17:30

Tree Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Dec 23, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Jan 27, 2027 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 17:30

Tree Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Feb 24, 2027 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Mar 24, 2027 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Apr 28, 2027 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue May 18, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed May 26, 2027 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Jun 23, 2027 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Nov 16, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111

Recent meetings

Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Parks board to workshop on optimization study

The Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss an optimization study workshop, along with routine items like approving the agenda and previous minutes. The board will also hear reports from the president, staff, and a council liaison. This is a regular meeting with discussion items rather than final decisions.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board September 23, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street, Room 203 Public Comment: If you would like to address the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC FORUM PUBLIC AND PARK BOARD AGENDA ITEMS 1. Optimization Study Workshop BOARD DISCUSSION 1. President's Report 2. Staff Reports 3. Council Liaison Update ADJOURNMENT Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Agenda
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Council to approve $3.4M claims, capital payments, and new contracts

The Grimes City Council will consider a consent agenda approving claims totaling $3,412,244.76, including payments for the Grimes Public Administration Building and various infrastructure projects. They will also take action on a second reading of Ordinance 817 (Sienna Hills PUD amendment) and a grant agreement for flood property buyouts on SE 2nd Street. Discussion items include a presentation from GVSS and staff reports.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes City Council September 22, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Forum (People wishing to address the Council need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address no more than two issues.) 6. Approval of the Proposed Consent Agenda (Discussion is not allowed unless the Mayor or a City Council Member ask for an item to be removed and placed under Council actions for consideration.) a. Resolution 09-1226 Approving Previous Meeting Minutes b. Resolution 09-1326 Approving Claims Report $3,412,244.76 c. Receiving and Filing Reports i. Fin …
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Discussion of Parkland cell tower and Waterworks Park Phase II

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss a cell tower in Parkland and the second phase of Waterworks Park. The meeting also includes staff reports and updates from the Council Liaison.

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Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board September 9, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street, Room 203 Public Comment: If you would like to address the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC FORUM “People wishing to address the Board need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address with no more than two issues per Grimes Rules of Procedure for Conduct of City Business – May 2005.” PUBLIC AND PARK BOARD AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parkland Cell Tower 2. Waterworks Park Phase II BOARD DISCUSSION 1. President's Report 2. Staff Reports 3. Council Liaison Update ADJOURNMENT Parks and Re …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes City Council to hear strategic planning update

The Grimes City Council is holding a business meeting with a single substantive item: a strategic planning update. The agenda is otherwise limited to procedural items (call to order and adjournment).

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Grimes City Council September 8, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Strategic Planning Update 3. Adjournment City Council Agenda
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes City Council to consider zoning amendments and infrastructure payments

The City Council will review several proposed ordinances regarding PUD amendments and rezoning. The meeting also includes the approval of a $2,000,069.34 claims report and various professional service invoices.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes City Council September 8, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Forum (People wishing to address the Council need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address no more than two issues.) 6. Approval of the Proposed Consent Agenda (Discussion is not allowed unless the Mayor or a City Council Member ask for an item to be removed and placed under Council actions for consideration.) a. Resolution 09-0126 Approving Previous Meeting Minutes b. Resolution 09-0226 Claims Report $2,000,069.34 c. Resolution 09-0326 Approving Payments for Professi …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission to review several plat and rezoning items

The Commission will hold public hearings and reviews regarding multiple land development projects. Items include rezoning requests, preliminary and final plats, and a PUD amendment.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission September 1, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the Planning and Zoning Commission during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Planning and Zoning Commission. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. GENERAL AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes 5. Vote for Chair and Vice Chair PUBLIC AGENDA ITEMS 1. Willow Hills North West 60 Feet Rezone 2. Brookside Village North Plat 1 Final Plat 3. Sienna Hills PUD Amendment 4. Fox Glen Preliminary Plat 5. Cypress Pointe Estates Final Plat — Plat in Unincorporated Dallas County Within Two Miles of the City 6. Adjournment Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Parks Board to discuss cell tower, Waterworks Park Phase II

The Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several agenda items, including a proposed cell tower in parkland, the next phase of Waterworks Park, and an overview of 2026 program sponsorships. The board will also hear public comments and receive reports from staff and council liaison.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board August 26, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street, Room 203 Public Comment: If you would like to address the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC FORUM “People wishing to address the Board need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address with no more than two issues per Grimes Rules of Procedure for Conduct of City Business – May 2005.” PUBLIC AND PARK BOARD AGENDA ITEMS 1. Parkland Cell Tower 2. Waterworks Park Phase II 3. 2026 Program Sponsorship Overview BOARD DISCUSSION 1. President's Report 2. Staff Reports 3. Council Liai …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Council to approve $4.9M claims, multiple construction payments

The Grimes City Council will consider a consent agenda with over $4.9 million in claims, including payments for capital projects and professional services. They will also hold a public hearing on the 2026 CIPP lining project and vote on several ordinances, including zoning amendments and a PUD amendment. The meeting includes multiple site plan approvals and resolutions for street closures, easements, and professional service contracts.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes City Council August 25, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Forum (People wishing to address the Council need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address no more than two issues.) 6. Approval of the Proposed Consent Agenda (Discussion is not allowed unless the Mayor or a City Council Member ask for an item to be removed and placed under Council actions for consideration.) a. Resolution 08-0126 Approving Previous Meeting Minutes b. Resolution 08-0226 Claims Report $4,903,040.49 c. Receiving and Filing Reports i. Finance Report f …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 00:00

Board of Appeals

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 17:30

Tree Board

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning and Zoning Commission to review five site and plat proposals

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to discuss several development projects. The body is reviewing site plan amendments and preliminary and final plats for various residential and commercial projects.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission August 4, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the Planning and Zoning Commission during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Planning and Zoning Commission. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. GENERAL AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC AGENDA ITEMS 1. DCG Operations Campus Expansion Site Plan Amendment 2. Next Phase Grimes Warehouse Site Plan 3. Willow Hills North Plat 2 Final Plat 4. Blue Creek Village Preliminary Plat and Site Plan 5. Brookside Village North Townhomes Preliminary Plat and Site Plan 6. Adjournment Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider zoning code amendment allowing accessory dwelling units

The Grimes City Council will hold public hearings and first consideration of three ordinances: a planned unit development (PUD) amendment for James Place, a comprehensive zoning code amendment covering accessory dwelling units, Board of Adjustment, architecture, rezoning consent, and fireworks regulation, and a nuisance/street maintenance/building code amendment. The council will also consider a second reading of a PUD regulation amendment, a five-year utility rate study, a sports facilities optimization study, a REAP grant application for Meadows Park, and a Brenton Slough transportation study MOU. The consent agenda includes approval of over $8 million in claims and capital project payments for multiple infrastructure projects.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes City Council July 28, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Forum (People wishing to address the Council need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address no more than two issues.) 6. Approval of the Proposed Consent Agenda (Discussion is not allowed unless the Mayor or a City Council Member ask for an item to be removed and placed under Council actions for consideration.) a. Resolution 07-0126 Approving Previous Meeting Minutes b. Resolution 07-0226 Claims Report $8,353,755.19 c. Receiving and Filing Reports i. Finance Report for June 2026 d. Reso …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Parks Board to discuss Meadows Grant Proposal

The Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider a grant proposal related to Meadows at this meeting. Other items include approval of previous minutes, public comment, and board reports. The board will also hear a Council Liaison update.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board July 22, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street, Room 203 Public Comment: If you would like to address the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC FORUM “People wishing to address the Board need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address with no more than two issues per Grimes Rules of Procedure for Conduct of City Business – May 2005.” PUBLIC AND PARK BOARD AGENDA ITEMS 1. Meadows Grant Proposal BOARD DISCUSSION 1. President's Report 2. Staff Reports 3. Council Liaison Update ADJOURNMENT Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Agenda Parks and Recrea …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 00:00

Board of Appeals

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Adjustment

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Zoning code changes on ADUs, board of adjustment, and architecture considered

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two public agenda items: an amendment to the James Place Planned Unit Development (PUD) and a broader amendment to Title 12 zoning regulations covering accessory dwelling units, board of adjustment procedures, architecture standards, and rezoning consent. The meeting also includes routine procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and approval of previous minutes.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission July 7, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the Planning and Zoning Commission during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Planning and Zoning Commission. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. GENERAL AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC AGENDA ITEMS 1. James Place PUD Amendment 2. Amendment to Code of Ordinances Title 12 Zoning Regulations Associated with Board of Adjustment, Accessory Dwelling Units, Architecture and Rezoning Consent and Petitions 3. Adjournment Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Grimes City Council holds procedural meeting with only call to order, training, adjournment

This meeting consists solely of procedural items: call to order, open meeting training, and adjournment. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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Grimes City Council June 29, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Open Meeting Training 3. Adjournment City Council Agenda City Council Agenda
Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Board to recommend on Optimization RFP

The Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider a recommendation on an Optimization Request for Proposals (RFP). The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and board discussion items.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board June 24, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street, Room 203 Public Comment: If you would like to address the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC FORUM “People wishing to address the Board need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address with no more than two issues per Grimes Rules of Procedure for Conduct of City Business – May 2005.” PUBLIC AND PARK BOARD AGENDA ITEMS 1. Optimization RFP Recommendation BOARD DISCUSSION 1. President's Report 2. Staff Reports 3. Council Liaison Update ADJOURNMENT Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Agenda Parks a …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

Council to consider fee schedule, PUD zoning hearing, and employee pay

The Grimes City Council will vote on a consent agenda including $7,057,009.12 in claims and numerous capital project payments. Proposed action items include a public hearing and first consideration of an ordinance amending PUD zoning regulations, adoption of an amended fee schedule, and approval of salary ranges for FY2027. The council will also consider a vegetation management policy and an amendment to the law enforcement services agreement with Polk County.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes City Council June 23, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the City Council during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the City Council. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Forum (People wishing to address the Council need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address no more than two issues.) 6. Approval of the Proposed Consent Agenda (Discussion is not allowed unless the Mayor or a City Council Member ask for an item to be removed and placed under Council actions for consideration.) a. Resolution 06-0126 Approving Previous Meeting Minutes b. Resolution 06-0226 Claims Report $7,057,009.12 c. Receiving and Filing Reports i. Finance Report for May 2026 ii. Info …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:30

Boards & Commissions

Boards & Commissions to hold open meeting training

The Grimes Boards & Commissions will hold a single agenda item: an open meeting training session. No decisions, proposals, or public hearings are scheduled. This is a procedural/boilerplate agenda.

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Grimes Boards & Commissions June 22, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the Boards & Commissions during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Boards & Commissions . The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA 1. Boards & Commissions Open Meeting Training Boards & Commissions Agenda Boards & Commissions Agenda
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 17:30

Board of Appeals

Board reviews proposed changes to Grimes building codes 11-8 and 11-11.

The Grimes Board of Appeals will meet on June 18, 2026, at the Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street. The board will review a recommendation to approve proposed updates to City of Grimes Building Regulations 11-8 and 11-11. Standard procedural items, including roll call and approval of prior minutes, will also be addressed.

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Grimes Board of Appeals June 18, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the Board of Appeals during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Board of Appeals . The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. GENERAL AGENDA ITEMS 1. Roll Call 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting PUBLIC AGENDA ITEMS 1. Recommendation and Approval of proposed changes to the City of Grimes Building Regulations 11-8 Residential Building Code and 11-11 Building Code. 2. Adjournment Board of Appeals Agenda Board of Appeals Agenda
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 00:00

Board of Appeals

Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board of Trustees

Grimes Public Library, 200 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd, Grimes, IA 50111
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 17:30

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning Commission to consider PUD regulation amendment

The Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a site plan amendment for Grove & Platt and a proposed ordinance amendment to Chapter 12-8 PUD Regulations. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Planning and Zoning Commission June 2, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street Public Comment: If you would like to address the Planning and Zoning Commission during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Planning and Zoning Commission. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. GENERAL AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC AGENDA ITEMS 1. Grove & Platt Site Plan Amendment 2. Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 12-8 PUD Regulations 3. Adjournment Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda Planning and Zoning Commission Agenda
Wed May 27, 2026 · 17:30

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting on May 27, 2026

The board will discuss updates regarding vegetation policy and summer happenings. The meeting also includes reports from the President, staff, and Council Liaison.

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Grimes Community Center, 410 SE Main Street, Grimes, IA 50111
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Grimes Parks and Recreation Advisory Board May 27, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Grimes Community Complex, 410 SE Main Street, Room 203 Public Comment: If you would like to address the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting, please sign up upon entrance to the meeting. Participants must be recognized by the presiding officer and must state their full name and address before addressing the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. The presiding officer will recognize you for 3 minutes of comment, and your microphone will be turned on. Pursuant to §21.4(2) of the Code of Iowa (2019), the City has the right to amend this agenda up until 24 hours before the posted meeting time. For any additional assistance or questions in attending the meeting, please call 515-986-3036. Meetings will be recorded. AGENDA ITEMS 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of the Previous Minutes PUBLIC FORUM “People wishing to address the Board need to sign up on the sheet which has been provided on the table near the door. Each person will be allowed three minutes from the podium and may address with no more than two issues per Grimes Rules of Procedure for Conduct of City Business – May 2005.” PUBLIC AND PARK BOARD AGENDA ITEMS 1. Vegetation Policy Update 2. Summer Happenings Update BOARD DISCUSSION 1. President's Report 2. Staff Reports 3. Council Liaison Update ADJOURNMENT Parks and Recreation Advisory …
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Business establishments252 (2,957 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$877/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy13.8% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)

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White kids
0.512
All kids
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