City of Ankeny

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• Activity Registration

  Activity Registration

  The Parks & Recreation Department offers a variety of recreational programs for Ankeny residents of all ages. View activity descriptions and register now.

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• Animal Control

  Animal Control

  Report stray dogs/cats, lost pets, local animal complaints, neglected or abused animals, wild animals to Ankeny Police via Polk County Dispatch. Call 515-286-3333.

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• AV Equipment Checkout

  AV Equipment Checkout

  The Kirkendall Public Library has AV equipment available for checkout: Digital projector, screen, slide projector, overhead projector, and portable PA system. Call 515-965-6460.

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• Can I have a fire pit on my property?

  Can I have a fire pit on my property?

  Yes. Recreational Fires are permitted provided International Fire Code regulations are followed. Fires must be contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbeque grill or barbeque pit and a total area of 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height. View Recreational Fire Guidelines now.

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• Dead Animal Removal

  Dead Animal Removal

  The City will remove dead animals from City streets, alleys or sidewalks. Dead animals found on private property are the responsibility of the property owner to dispose of properly. Please complete a service request to report dead animals on City streets, alleys or sidewalks.

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• Does the City allow chickens?

  Does the City allow chickens?

  No, chickens and livestock are not allowed. Learn more about the City of Ankeny municipal code.

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• Does the City offer free mulch and compost to residents?

  Does the City offer free mulch and compost to residents?

  Yes, the mulch and compost are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week outside the fence of the City Maintenance Facility, located at 211 SE Lorenz Drive. Learn more via the City FAQ List:

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• Field Rental

  Field Rental

  Fields at the Prairie Ridge Sports Complex are available for tournament play. Call 515-963-3577 or email ejosephson@ankenyiowa.gov.

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• Fireworks

  Fireworks

  Fireworks may be used in Ankeny July 4 from 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. only. To report the illegal use of fireworks contact the Polk County Dispatch non-emergency phone 515-286-3333, this phone is answered 24 hours a day.

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• Gym Rentals

  Gym Rentals

  Ankeny Parks & Recreation - in cooperation with the Ankeny Community School District - takes reservations for public gym usage. Residents may enter a Gym Lottery to request rental space.

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• How do I report a broken street light?

  How do I report a broken street light?

  Street lights are owned, operated and maintained by MidAmerican Energy. Report broken street lights directly to MidAmerican Energy by clicking View More

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• Interlibrary Loans

  Interlibrary Loans

  You can use your Kirkendall Public Library card to request books from any other participating library in the United States. There is a fee per request for this service.

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• Meeting Room Reservations

  Meeting Room Reservations

  Reserve a meeting room at Kirkendall Public Library.

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• New Water Main Bacteria Testing

  New Water Main Bacteria Testing

  Learn more about New Water Main Pressure and Bacteria Testing

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• Notary Services

  Notary Services

  Kirkendall Public Library offers notary services by appointment. Please bring a photo ID with signature. Complete all documents EXCEPT for signature and date. You MUST sign the document in front of the notary. If the document requires witness in addition to the notary, you must provide your own witnesses who are not related to you.

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• Park Shelter Reservation

  Park Shelter Reservation

  Reserve a park shelter, rent an Aquatic Center or a city facility like the Lakeside Center. Contact Parks & Rec. at 515-963-3570 or view online reservation options.

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• Pothole Repair

  Pothole Repair

  Complete a service request to report potholes within the City limits. Potholes on arterial streets are given the highest priority, but identified potholes are generally repaired within 24 hours after they are reported. The repair generally includes patching the potholes with an asphalt material.

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• Recycling Events

  Recycling Events

  The City hosts several annual city-wide recycling events including Tree and Branch Recycling, Appliance and Electronic Recycling, Leaf Collection Days and Ankeny Cleanup Days. View the city calendar for dates and additional information.

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• Roadway Construction and Maintenance

  Roadway Construction and Maintenance

  View construction details, maps and project updates.

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• Senior Citizen Snow Removal

  Senior Citizen Snow Removal

  The Senior Citizen Snow Removal Program is a sidewalk snow removal service provided at no cost to senior citizens (age 65 and older) or disabled residents whose annual household income is less than 200% of federal poverty guidelines.

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• Sidewalk Repair

  Sidewalk Repair

  Please complete a service request to notify the City of a sidewalk in need of repair.

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• Smoke Detector Installation

  Smoke Detector Installation

  The Ankeny Fire Department will provide and install smoke detectors for families in need, free of charge.

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• Snow and Ice Control

  Snow and Ice Control

  Current and anticipated weather conditions dictate the start of snow and ice removal operations by the City. Learn more about snow removal processes now.

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• Street Signage

  Street Signage

  The City of Ankeny has more than 15,000 traffic and street signs. Residents may report damaged or downed signs by submitting a service request.

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• Street Sweeping

  Street Sweeping

  City of Ankeny Street Sweeping operations continuously clean arterial, collector and residential streets. You may request street sweeping in a particular area by submitting a service request.

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• Street Tree Planting

  Street Tree Planting

  The City of Ankeny must review and approve any street tree planting in the public right-of-way (generally the area between the street and the sidewalk) prior to planting.

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• Traffic Signals

  Traffic Signals

  Report issues and concerns via this Traffic Signal Reporting Form.

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• Weather Cancellation Hotline

  Weather Cancellation Hotline

  Curious if your Parks & Recreation program or event is cancelled or delayed due to inclement weather? Call the Weather Cancellation Hotline for up-to-date information 515-963-3575.

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• What hours is construction noise prohibited?

  What hours is construction noise prohibited?

  Construction noise is prohibited during the following hours: Weeknights: 9 p.m. - 7 a.m. Saturday and Sunday: 6 p.m. - 9 a.m. To report a violation, please contact the Ankeny Police Department non-emergency number at 515-286-3333. Reports can be filed anonymously.

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• Where can I place my garage sale, political or real estate sign?

  Where can I place my garage sale, political or real estate sign?

  Temporary signs cannot be placed in the public right-of-way - the grassy area between the street and sidewalk. Signs must be placed 6 feet from the inner edge of the sidewalk and 6 feet from any adjoining property. Garage sale signs are limited to a maximum of three days in advance of each sale. Signs may be placed within 1/2 mile of the garage sale location, but not within 300 feet of a major arterial intersection. Political signs must be removed 10 days after the election for which they were applicable.

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• Who do I call before I dig?

  Who do I call before I dig?

  Iowa Law requires you to locate underground utilities before digging. Call 811 or visit www.iowaonecall.com Curious about flags, stakes or paint markings in your yard or neighborhood? You can do a ticket search at iowaonecall.com also. Search by address or use the map interface to select a location and view available information.

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