City of Urbandale, Iowa

Plan your trip today: All DART bus routes are changing on June 14 – less than two weeks away! DART will have new bus schedules, and some bus stops will move locations.

This is a big change, so DART is offering free rides on all regular bus routes from June 14 – 30. Fares will resume on July 1. Please be aware that DART On Demand and DART Paratransit are not included because those services are not changing in June.

Go to rideDART.com today to plan your trip and get ready for June 14!

Storms are likely tonight (Thursday, June 4) mainly after 6 PM through 6 AM. Heavy rainfall of 2 to 4 inches expected. With most of the heavy rain expected overnight, flooded roads will be difficult to see. Never drive into flooded roads!

Flood waters are hard enough to see during the day, and nearly impossible to see at night. With most of our heavy rain expected overnight, flooded roads will be difficult to see. Never drive into flooded roads!

Right now, our regional water system is operating under significant stress. We're asking residents to please voluntarily reduce outdoor water use by 50%.

💧 Why is Central Iowa Water Works asking customers to voluntarily reduce outdoor water use by 50%?

Right now, our regional water system is operating under significant stress.

To continue providing safe, reliable drinking water, CIWW has been:
🔹 Operating the Nitrate Removal Facility since January 6, 2026.
🔹 Withdrawing water from Maffitt Reservoir since January 19, a backup source typically reserved until Summer (if needed at all)
🔹 Using water stored in our Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) wells
🔹 Utilizing all seven water treatment plants

These resources are important tools that help us maintain water quality and meet customer demand, but they are not unlimited.

💡Outdoor irrigation can account for 30–40% of total drinking water use during the spring and summer.

‼️Small changes - like skipping a watering day or watering only where needed - can have an immediate impact on regional water demand.

‼️By voluntarily reducing outdoor water use by 50%, we can help preserve these critical water supplies, maintain reliable service, and ensure safe drinking water remains available throughout the summer.

Every gallon saved today helps protect our water supply for tomorrow.

Learn more about the Water Use Plan and ways to conserve water at www.ciww.gov.

Learn about lawn health and how much water your lawn needs from the Iowa State Extension Yard and Garden https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/how-to/watering-home-lawns

Current Update (June 5, 2026): On Monday, June 8, 2026, crews are scheduled to begin corrective resurfacing work on Meredith Drive between 86th Street and 104th Street. We have heard from residents who are concerned about the impact of this work, and we understand the frustration. The City has been working with the contractor to complete the project as quickly and efficiently as possible. To help speed up the work, the contractor is bringing in additional equipment and a second crew, which is expected to reduce the overall construction timeline.

Past Update (June 2, 2026): Beginning Monday, June 8, 2026, crews are scheduled to begin resurfacing Meredith Drive between 86th Street and 104th Street, weather permitting.

This section of Meredith Drive was resurfaced last year as part of the Meredith Drive Preservation project and is partially funded by a federal transportation grant through the Iowa DOT. As part of the DOT’s standard quality-assurance process, post-construction testing found that the asphalt overlay did not meet required Iowa DOT specifications. Because of that, the overlay will be corrected.

This is corrective work under the existing project and will be completed at no additional cost to the City or Urbandale taxpayers.

The work is expected to include milling and resurfacing the asphalt overlay. Meredith Drive is expected to remain open during construction, but drivers should expect lane closures, traffic shifts, and delays. Crews currently plan to complete the four-lane roadway one lane at a time. Each lane is expected to take about two days: one day for milling and cleaning, followed by one day for paving. The full resurfacing work is expected to take about eight working days, depending on weather and field conditions. Work is expected to begin at 86th Street going westbound in the outside lane. We encourage drivers to seek an alternate route during this work.

We also know some residents have been waiting on grass restoration. This project is still open and final restoration is ongoing. The City will continue to work with the Contractor to complete the remaining grass restoration as part of project closeout.

Learn more about ongoing projects at urbandale.org/projects

Starting Monday, June 1 when you register for 2 or more Parks & Recreation classes in the same week, you’ll be automatically entered into that week’s prize drawing!

✨ One winner selected every week

✨ Automatic entry when you register for 2+ classes

✨ Prizes include a sport backpack, t-shirts, travel mug, soccer ball, beverage koozies, and more

Weekly winner selected by random drawing from eligible participants registered for two (2) or more Parks & Recreation classes during that week’s promotional period.

Browse our summer programs here: urbandale.org/programs
Find FAQs and details about the give away here: urbandale.org/giveaway

The splash pads at Lions Park is FREE and is open from Noon – 7:00 PM daily. Grab the sunscreen, cool off, and enjoy some summer fun! Stay tuned to our social media channels for updates throughout the season.

May 27, 2026

‼️Central Iowa Water Works (CIWW) has issued a Stage II “Water Alert,” which asks residents and businesses to voluntarily reduce outdoor water use by 50 percent.

What You Can Do to Conserve Water:
✅Reduce lawn watering by half and only water when needed
✅Limit lawn watering to one or two days per week.
✅Water during early morning hours to reduce evaporation
✅Avoid watering shaded areas
✅Use a shutoff nozzle when washing vehicles
✅Don’t hose off driveways or walkways
✅Inspect irrigation systems for leaks or broken sprinkler heads
Check sprinkler heads for overspray – avoid shooting water onto sidewalks or driveways

Find additional tips for conserving water in the comments ⬇️

Summer evenings are here, and seasonal mosquito spraying in Urbandale neighborhoods is expected to begin next week, (weather permitting). City crews will be out overnight helping reduce mosquito populations so you can enjoy more time outside. Learn more online at urbandale.org/press

Increased storm activity has contributed to both localized and regional flooding in recent years. Explore our collection of helpful brochures, handouts, maps, and resources to help you stay prepared: https://www.urbandale.org/663/Floods-and-FEMA

El aumento de la actividad de tormentas ha contribuido a inundaciones tanto locales como regionales en los últimos años. Explora nuestra colección de folletos, volantes, mapas y recursos útiles para ayudarte a estar preparado: https://www.urbandale.org/663/Floods-and-FEMA

This Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives for our freedom.
Most city offices are closed due to Memorial Day on Monday, May 25. Garbage and recycling collections will be delayed by one day this week.
Find full details and sign up for collection notifications at urbandale.org/collections.