SE Waco Place to Experience Closures

SE Waco Place will experience closures through Oct. 31 for an asphalt overlay of the gravel portion of the roadway north of SE Ashworth Road. Please use caution when traveling in the area. See a map of the project.

Ashworth Road to Close for Intersection Improvements

Ashworth Road will close between Sunflower Drive and Ute Avenue beginning Tuesday, Sept. 7. The closure will allow for construction on the Ute Avenue and Ashworth Road Intersection Improvements Project. This portion of Ashworth Road is expected to be clos...

Beggars' Night is Oct. 30 - Be Safe!

Waukee's annual Beggars' Night is set for Saturday, Oct. 30 from 6-8 p.m. The Waukee Police Department offers these tips for staying safe during this fun night of trick-or-treating: 

• Look both ways before crossing the street, and...

2021 Regular City/School Election Details

The next regular City/School Election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2021. Oct. 18, 2021 is the deadline to pre-register to vote and to request an absentee ballot.Visit the Dallas County Elections webpage for 2021 City/School Election details, inc...

LIHEAP and New LIHWAP Provide Utility Assistance

There are two federally-funded utility bill assistance programs available to those Waukee residents who qualify - LIHEAP and LIHWAP. 

LIHEAP

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps qualifying low-income homeowners and ...

October is National Community Planning Month

Established in 2006, National Community Planning Month is celebrated each October as a way to highlight the role of planners and the importance of good planning in communities. 

Planning can be summed up as comprehensive, community-focused choices...

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Capital Improvement Projects Update - Oct. 1, 2021

*Project timelines are dependent upon weather.

See photos of recent progress!

Warrior Lane Improvements

Work to transition the existing five-way intersection at S. Warrior Lane, Northview Drive and Ashworth Drive into a four-leg, one-lane roundabout is now c...

Waukee Named one of “The 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S.” by Money

Once again, the City of Waukee is gaining attention on a national level as a great place to live. 

On Sept. 14, independent economics website, Money, released its annual “Best Places to Live” list, and this time Waukee landed a...

Live Nation Announced as Anchor Tenant for KeeTown Loop

The following was announced through a Sept. 7 press release:

KeeTown Loop, the new shopping, nightlife and restaurant hub slated to open in 2023 has signed an agreement with Live Nation as an anchor tenant at its first Iowa venue. 

Developer Harry ...

2020 Census Numbers Show 74 Percent Growth

The 2020 U.S. Census numbers show that Waukee's population is now 23,940. Since 2010, the community grew by 10,150 residents, equaling 74 percent growth. Waukee is now Iowa's fastest-growing (large) city, growing by an estimated six resi...

Rules for a School-Driving Permit

Driving to school is an adult-level responsibility, which students need to take seriously in order to keep themselves and others safe; this also helps protect students’ privileges to drive. This license allows students to drive without adult supervision b...

Live Nation Announced as Anchor Tenant for KeeTown Loop

The following was announced through a Sept. 7 press release:

KeeTown Loop, the new shopping, nightlife and restaurant hub slated to open in 2023 has signed an agreement with Live Nation as an anchor tenant at its first Iowa venue. 

Developer Harry ...

Monthly Building Permit Report September 2021

The City of Waukee issued 157 building permits in September 2021. There were 80 permits issued for single-family homes and 77 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valuation in September equaled $28.16 mill...

Waukee Named one of “The 50 Best Places to Live in the U.S.” by Money

Once again, the City of Waukee is gaining attention on a national level as a great place to live. 

On Sept. 14, independent economics website, Money, released its annual “Best Places to Live” list, and this time Waukee landed at #11. In 2015, Wauk...

Monthly Building Permit Report August 2021

The City of Waukee issued 116 building permits in August 2021. There were 45 permits issued for single-family homes, six commercial permits and 65 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valuation in August e...

2020 Census Numbers Show 74 Percent Growth

The 2020 U.S. Census numbers show that Waukee's population is now 23,940. Since 2010, the community grew by 10,150 residents, equaling 74 percent growth. Waukee is now Iowa's fastest-growing (large) city, growing by an estimated six resi...

Monthly Building Permit Report July 2021

The City of Waukee issued 95 building permits in July 2021. There were 26 permits issued for single-family homes, one commercial permit and 68 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valua...

Monthly Building Permit Report June 2021

The City of Waukee issued 197 building permits in June 2021. There were 36 permits issued for single-family homes, 6 for townhomes and 98 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valuation ...

Monthly Building Permit Report May 2021

The City of Waukee issued 197 building permits in May 2021. There were 70 permits issued for single-family homes, 20 for townhomes and 107 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valuation...

Monthly Building Permit Report April 2021

The City of Waukee issued 169 building permits in April 2021. There were 55 permits issued for single family homes, three for commercial buildings and 103 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total t...

Monthly Building Permit Report March 2021

The City of Waukee issued 197 building permits in March 2021. There were 108 permits issued for single family homes, five for commercial buildings and 82 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valuation in M...

Monthly Building Permit Report February 2021

The City of Waukee issued 77 building permits in February 2021. There were 48 permits issued for single family homes and 29 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total taxable valuation in February eq...

Monthly Building Permit Report January 2021

The City of Waukee issued 120 building permits in January 2021. There were 41 permits issued for single family homes, four for townhomes and 75 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.).. The total taxable val...

Monthly Building Permit Report November 2020

The City of Waukee issued 100 building permits in November 2020. There were 29 permits issued for single family homes, 35 for townhomes, one for commercial purposes and 35 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, e...

Monthly Building Permit Report October 2020

The City of Waukee issued 109 building permits in October 2020. There were 36 permits issued for single family homes, one for commercial purposes and 72 which fall in the “Other” category (monument signs, furnaces, etc.). The total tax...

RESCHEDULED Waukee Police and Fire Planning Trunk or Treat

***RESCHEDULED*** The Waukee Police and Fire Departments invite the community's ghostly youngsters to this year's Public Safety Trunk or Treat event on Friday, Oct. 29! Wear your favorite Halloween costume, and stop by the Waukee Public Safety Bu...

Rules for a School-Driving Permit

Driving to school is an adult-level responsibility, which students need to take seriously in order to keep themselves and others safe; this also helps protect students’ privileges to drive. This license allows students to drive without adult supervision b...

September 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about emptying pools and labor day.

August 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about emptying pools and labor day.

June 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about utility rates and water conservation.

May 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about the water quality report and recycling guidelines.

April 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about National Safe Digging Month and submitting complaints.

March 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about yard waste, irrigation and Spring Clean-Up Week.

February 2021 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about the Citywide Garage Sale, Spring Clean-Up Week and Gas Utility Workers' Day

December 2020 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about snow removal, pet licensing and dog park passes.

November 2020 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about payment options and ACH.

October 2020 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about gas surveys and fall yard waste.

September 2020 Utility Billing News

This month’s Utility Billing News includes information about LIHEAP, Project Share and filing complaints