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.
Bats are one of the most effective natural controllers of insects, eating thousands of bugs nightly. Currently, bat populations are decreasing. Help them out by building a bat house.
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!
Des Moines, IA– On Wednesday, the Polk County Board of Supervisors formally inaugurated the Life Services Center with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting event.
Come to Jester Park Equestrian Center and enjoy a fun group or family outing as a team of draft horses pull your open wagon down the beautiful timber trails of Jester Park.
“Mr. Weir put multiple lives in danger because of his selfish actions,” Assistant County Attorney Leslie Nesbit told the judge. “A person dies every day in this country because of eluding."
Are they blind? Do they really suck blood and turn into vampires? Come learn the truth about this “grossly" misunderstood animal. Learn how to deal with them when they become an unwanted houseguest and find out what you can do to help protect this beneficial species.
Oak View Group Secures New Naming Rights Partner for Downtown Arena
Come to Jester Park Equestrian Center and enjoy a fun group or family outing as a team of draft horses pull your open wagon down the beautiful timber trails of Jester Park.
“My son didn’t deserve to be murdered by Jason Parker. This was not an accident nor was it provoked,” his father wrote.
Come and join us this fall season for a celebration of life and death as we learn about the Dia de los Muertos tradition.