The Library is Going Electronic!
I am trying very hard to finish the newsletter today, but I am not feeling creative. Instead I wish I could hang out in the library. They are moving books and shelves to create more space for the new...
View ArticleMobile Safety Alerts Now Available!
The Van Meter Police Department is now offering mobile safety text alerts for the residents of Van Meter and the surrounding area. Join at mobile safety alerts list at Nixle.com, free of charge. Be...
View ArticleWhy You Want To Join Van Meter
Looking to move to the Greater Des Moines area? With a quality school, family recreation, and a community that is united, Van Meter has a lot to offer. Find out more about why Van Meter is the next...
View ArticleAudit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2013.
Completing financial audits and establishing appropriate internal controls are essential to maintaining financial health in a community. In addition, cities are required by law to conduct annual audits...
View ArticleVan Meter recognized as a first in Iowa’s Certified Site Program
One of the fastest growing trends in the site selection business is the demand for certified industrial sites. As companies continue to put pressure on the time allowed for making a location decision...
View ArticleStreet Light Out?
To submit a street light outage, please follow this link:http://www.midamericanenergy.com/streetlight_outage.aspx
View Article2015 Farmers Market
Please join us every Thursday evening at the Veterans Reception Center from 5:30-7:30
View ArticleVan Meter Police GoFundMe Opportunity
If you would like to donate to the fundraiser, select either of the links below: Taser Rescue or Van Meter Police
View ArticleDallas County Reads 1 Book featuring author C. J. Box
Join us September 17th for the annual Dallas County Reads 1 Book – “Blue Heaven” and meet author C.J. Box! The FREE Author Talk with C.J. Box will be held in the Perry Performing Arts Center at 7:00...
View ArticleBeggar’s Night
The council voted to have Beggar’s Night this year on the 31st of October from 6p-8p. It is NEVER too early to think about Halloween!
View ArticleFlu Shot Clinic at City Hall
Dallas County Public Health Nursing Services – Friday, October 23rd. They bill traditional Medicare, Medicaid and most insurances. Flu “shots” and FluMist $30. Cash/Check payment is expected at time of...
View ArticleAnnual Visitor Festival
This year’s annual Visitor Festival will take place Saturday, September 26th, from 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The authors of “The Van Meter Visitor” will be here again to give walking tours and discuss the...
View ArticleCandidate Profiles
The Regular City Election will be Tuesday, November 3, 2015. The following will be on the ballot: Office: Mayor (4 year term) Allan Adams, 2480 Winston Circle., 515-996-2702 Office: 2 At-Large City...
View ArticleWinter Market
Check out the Van Meter Winter Market on December 12, 2015 at the Veterans Reception Center. Doors open at 9am and will close at 1pm. This is also a great opportunity to support your local fire...
View ArticleSnow Ordinances
Please be sure to review the ordinances pertaining to snow. Snow Removal Dumping of Snow – code 135 Snow Ordinance
View ArticleChristmas Tree Pickup
Waste Connections will be picking up Christmas Trees on Thursday, January 7 and Thursday, January 14. Please make sure that they are free of ornaments and decorations and that they are curbside by...
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