It’s about the people.
Serving a diverse Central Iowa community, Polk County is among the nation’s most innovative public institutions. We bring together creative leaders, collaborative organizations and key resources to empower our communities and make life better for all people in Polk County.
Polk County has developed a proposed 2024-2027 Consolidated Plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to be funded pursuant to the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.
Join us for a morning of teamwork, conservation, and community as we continue building a new and improved trail at Easter Lake Park.
Polk County Iowa Presidential General Election Tuesday, November 5 Polls Open 7:00a - 8:00p Early Voting is Open
Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!
Oak View Group Secures New Naming Rights Partner for Downtown Arena
Join us for a rewarding day in the great outdoors as we work together to protect one of the most endangered ecosystems on planet Earth – Iowa’s tallgrass prairies.
“My son didn’t deserve to be murdered by Jason Parker. This was not an accident nor was it provoked,” his father wrote.
Join us for a season of learning at the Jester Park Nature Center. This program series will be delivered in a flexible format that is designed for homeschool students. Each month we will explore a new theme related to the natural world.
Joshua Villa was loading a disabled vehicle onto his tow truck while an Urbandale police officer and a DOT Highway Helper assisted at the scene. Evidence showed that a semitruck failed to move over or slow down and struck Mr. Villa. The semi-truck driver did not stop, according to the Urbandale officer.
Join us for a season of learning at the Jester Park Nature Center. This program series will be delivered in a flexible format that is designed for homeschool students. Each month we will explore a new theme related to the natural world.
Here’s your chance to visit the Jester Park Nature Center after dark. The hour will include storytelling, crafts, open Nature Center exhibits, and a short program on the theme of the night. This October, feel free to come in costume for our family-friendly Halloween-themed night.