Polk

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5 Points of Progress

County Attorney News
Des Moines man sentenced to 55 years in prison for sexual abuse in Polk, Story counties

Matthew Akeem Butts, 36, was accused of sexually abusing teens after meeting them on SnapChat.

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8/23/2024

Story Tellebration
Conservation Events
Story Tellebration

Join volunteer storyteller, Carmen Epstein, for a fun, interactive tale tailored toward children ages 2 to 6 that explores the wonders of the outdoors. During each program, participants enjoy interactive stories and an activity.

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8/28/2024

Election News
Polk County - General Election

Presidential General Election Tuesday, November 5 Polls Open 7:00a - 8:00p

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8/23/2024

Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)
Conservation Events
Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)

Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!

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8/30/2024

Monitoring Water Quality at Easter Lake
Conservation News
Monitoring Water Quality at Easter Lake

During the summer recreation season, Polk County Conservation staff are regularly monitoring the water in Easter Lake, taking samples weekly for testing. Every week on Thursday or Friday, weekly results will be posted here.

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8/22/2024

Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)
Conservation Events
Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)

Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!

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8/31/2024

2024 Prescribed Burning Season
Conservation News
2024 Prescribed Burning Season

Prescribed burn season is upon us! Our Natural Resource Crews will be conducting prescribed burning in our parks and trails as weather allows for the next month.

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8/20/2024

Older, Wiser, Livelier, Seniors - Great Trees for Iowa Neighborhoods
Conservation Events
Older, Wiser, Livelier, Seniors - Great Trees for Iowa Neighborhoods

Join Melissa Burdick, Executive Director of The Brenton Arboretum, for an overview of spectacular tree choices for Iowa neighborhoods. The program will cover a selection of some of the best recommended trees to improve any landscape.

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9/3/2024

Veteran Affairs News
Veterans Mobile Food Pantry

September Veterans Mobile Food Pantry

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8/13/2024

Toddler Tales
Conservation Events
Toddler Tales

Let your imagination run wild with this nature-themed story time! Hear a story followed by the naturalist’s choice of an activity such as an animal encounter, puppets or a craft.

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9/5/2024

Polk County Property Taxes due September 30
Treasurer News
Polk County Property Taxes due September 30

Property owners are encouraged to pay online. The online payment system is easy, convenient and secure. To make a payment, go to www.iowataxandtags.org.

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8/8/2024

Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)
Conservation Events
Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)

Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!

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9/6/2024