Statement From Ames Mayor Haila

The strategy for restoring electricity to our entire community has been consistent from the start.

Storm Tree Debris Pick Up Underway In Ames

The site will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday and Sunday, through Aug. 23.

Cooling Centers Open At Community Center And Ames Public Library

Chairs will be available for people to sit on while cooling off. Wifi is available.

Ames Storm Tree Debris Drop-Off And Pick-Up Program Announced

A curbside pickup program will begin Monday, Aug. 17, and continue until all the debris has been picked up.

Brookside Park Restroom Ribbon-Cutting Is On August 17 In Ames

The event will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 17, at the park at 1325 Sixth St.

Ames Homewood Golf Course Clubhouse To Close

Construction on a new clubhouse will begin in September.

Construction In Ames On 14 And 15 Streets Begins August 10

This phase of the project is expected to be complete within two to three weeks.

Ames City Manager Named Geoff Huff As Interim Police Chief

City Manager Steve Schainker has named Police Commander Geoff Huff as Interim Police Chief effective Tuesday, Aug. 4.

Next Phase Of Ames South Street 5 Extension Starts August 6

The third phase of the construction of the extension of South Fifth Street will begin Thursday, Aug. 6.

Ames Face Coverings Required In City Buildings Beginning July 27

Public meeting rooms are not available for reservation.

Ames Southdale Drive Closed To Parking For Ash Tree Removal On July 28 To 29

These ash trees are being removed as part of the city’s 20-year Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Response Plan.

Ames VET Med Trail Paving Begins This Week

All are encouraged to take note of construction activity in the area and allow extra travel time as delays may occur.

Healthiest Ames Seeking Volunteers, Donations To Provide Face Masks For Students

Donations are tax deductible and checks should be made out to Healthiest Ames.

Ames Community Backyard Campout Planned On July 25

“July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate the outdoors than with camping.”

Sunsmart Ames Community Solar Groundbreaking Is July 24

Implementing a community solar project has been a long-established goal of the Ames City Council.

Ames Welch Avenue Reconstruction Continues: Stage 4 Begins Wednesday

The fourth stage of the reconstruction and redesign of Welch Avenue, from Lincoln Way to Chamberlain Street will begin on Wednesday July 15.

Highway 30/South Duff Bridge Repair In Ames Starts July 13

DOT will be performing repairs to the U.S. Highway 30 bridge over South Duff Avenue beginning Monday, July 13.

Ames Police Chief To Retire In August

Schainker will be naming an interim Police Chief in the next few weeks.

Union Pacific To Close Clark - Kellogg Crossings In Ames

Union Pacific Railroad will be closing the Clark and Kellogg avenues railroad crossings in Downtown Ames from 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 11.

Virtual Band Concert Today In City Of Ames

The Ames Municipal Band is premiering its new virtual program, Muni Band and More, at 8 p.m. today, July 9.

Ames Munn Woods Sewer Lining Continues

The overall project completion date is anticipated to be Nov. 27, 2020.

Ames South Riverside Drive To Close On Monday

South Riverside Drive will close on Monday, July 6, as work begins on the reconstruction and new concrete street paving.

Ames Power Plant, Resource Recovery Shutdown Planned Request Help Reducing Garbage To Landfill

From Monday, July 6 through Friday, July 17, the Ames Power Plant will shut down for planned maintenance.

Munn Woods Sewer Rehab Project Continues In Ames

Working days will be Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ames Independence Day Holiday Closings

City Hall and most City departments and divisions will be closed on Friday, July 3.

No-Charge Yard Waste Day Is On June 27 In City Of Ames

This yard waste drop-off day will include both yard waste and brush.

Mosquito Fogging Schedule Set For City Of Ames

Mosquito fogging in City parks will begin the week of June 22, and continue until the end of September.

Duff Avenue In Ames Detour Until June 19

Duff Avenue, from 24th Street to Grand Avenue, will close at 7 a.m. on June 17, and reopen at 5 p.m. on June 19, for a restriping project.

Spring No-Charge Yard Waste Day Scheduled For June 27 In Ames

Yard waste is not accepted at Resource Recovery.

Statement From Ames Mayor John Haila

In the very near future, the City of Ames will be releasing the results of the self-initiated Ames Police Department Traffic Stop analysis.

Public Input Sought For Amendment To CDBG Annual Action Plan To Receive CARES Funding

Public is encouraged to provide input to City of Ames’ request for second Substantial Amendment to its CDBG 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan.

Transient Merchant, Sales Permits To Resume In Ames On Monday

Prospective vendors can complete their application materials online by clicking “Licenses and Permits” at www.CityOfAmes.org/CityClerk.

Ames City Council Provides Direction On Reopening City Facilities

In another vote, the City Council lifted the suspension on issuing sidewalk café permits contingent on the Governor’s directive.

Toll-Free Option Added To Ames Online Meetings

Online meeting format started in March and will be in effect at least through July and may be extended. City Hall remains closed to publc.

Ames City Offices Closed For Memorial Day On May 25

Most City offices and departments, along with Ames Public Library, will be closed Monday, May 25, in recognition of Memorial Day.

Ames Lincoln Way Lane Closures Shift And Welch Avenue Reconstruction Continues

Those in the area should take note of construction activity and allow extra travel time as delays may occur.

Ames Florida Avenue Closure Starts Today

City of Ames has contracted with Con-Struct Inc., to complete intake and curb replacement, pavement improvements, and sidewalk infill.

Ames City Facilities, Program, And Service Updates In Response To Coronavirus

Council directed that City Hall and City facilities not reopen before Wednesday, July 1, 2020.

Ames ‘Home For Everyone’ Awards Presented

An individual award was presented to Cassandra (Cassie) Kramer, who leads the ACCESS Housing Team.

Ames South Riverside Drive Detour Starts May 4

South Riverside Drive will be closed at the future Collaboration Place intersection in the ISU Research Park beginning May 4.