West DSM News

The City of Windsor Heights is seeking a volunteer to serve on the Board of Adjustment.

Sojourner Truth’s "Ain’t I a Woman" on January 29

Judge Romonda D. Belcher will be presenting Sojourner Truth’s "Ain’t I a Woman" speech which was originally given at the Women’s Convention in Akron, Ohio in 1851.

Meet the City's New Building Inspectors

The City of Waukee recently welcomed two new Building Inspectors, Jason Slycord and Mike Wright.

Update: West Des Moines Police Conducting Death Investigation

On Wednesday, January 19th, at 10:07am, Officers with the West Des Moines Police Department were dispatched to 1390 S. 100th Street to conduct a welfare check at the residence.

WASP for Seniors Returns in March

After a long hiatus, the Waukee Police Department’s WASP (Waukee Area Seniors & Police) program will resume on Wednesday, March 30 at 9 a.m.

WDM Leadership Academy: Alumni Reunion + Info Session

WDM Leadership Academy: Alumni Reunion + Info Session

Contacts & Contracts Wednesday PM Group, Presented by Mark Courter State Farm Insurance on Jan 26

Contacts & Contracts Wednesday PM Group, Presented by Mark Courter State Farm Insurance

City Crews Plan for Large Friday Snowfall

Crews from five different City Departments are preparing for a long weekend of snow removal.

Grinnell College Appoints Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College

Beronda L. Montgomery has been appointed vice president for academic affairs and dean of Grinnell College.

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Business Luncheon on January 20

Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Business Luncheon

AM Exchange, Presented by Superior Printing & Promotions | Susan Bonnicksen & Laura Davis on Jan 25

AM Exchange, Presented by Superior Printing & Promotions | Susan Bonnicksen & Laura Davis

City observes Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday January 17th

The City of Des Moines will observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, January 17, 2022. City buildings will be closed, but the collection of garbage, recycling and yard waste will not be delayed on Monday.

Ribbon Cutting - Kelli Kerton State Farm Agency on Jan 25

Ribbon Cutting - Kelli Kerton State Farm Agency

"The Mayor's Message" with Council Member Charlie Bottenberg

For the January 2022 episodes of "The Mayor's Message", Waukee Mayor Courtney Clarke is joined by the Waukee City Council Members.

Waukee to Hold Annual FamilyFest Celebration Saturday, Jan. 15

The Waukee Parks & Recreation Department and the Park Board will host the annual FamilyFest celebration on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope - Waukee (305 NE Dartmoor Drive).

Waukee Issued Record 1,761 Building Permits in 2021

Both economic development and residential construction continue to thrive in Waukee. The City of Waukee’s Community Development Department issued a record 1,761 building permits in 2021.

MWA Compost It Calendar

Never mix up a recycling week again! The 2022 Curb It! calendar from Metro Waste Authority is available online.

Special community celebration on MLK Day in West Des Moines