Schneider, Taylor to Hold Legislative Coffee Saturday

The final legislative coffee of the 2013 session will be held Saturday morning at Waukee City Hall.

Dallas County Democrats Elect Officers

The county's central committee elected officers April 1.

Surber Terminated as Waukee Public Library Director

At a Monday library board meeting, Erik Surber was terminated as director for Waukee's library, says City Administrator Tim Moerman.

Waukee Residents Collect 70 Signatures to Block Rezoning for New Apartment Complex

Several Waukee residents oppose a rezoning request that would allow an apartment complex to be built near their homes in the area of Alice’s Road and South Middle School.

Residents Object to Plans for Apartment Complex Near Subdivision

The Grant Park neighbors are concerned about increased traffic and the affect an apartment complex would have on their houses if it is built near Alice's Road and Waukee South Middle School.

Where to File Your 2012 Taxes in Waukee

Beyond TurboTax: Here's who can help you file your taxes before the April 15 deadline.

Iowa Flags Ordered at Half-Staff for Fallen Army Staff Sgt. Steve Blass

Gov. Branstad is ordering all flags in the state to be flown at half-staff today to honor Army Staff Sgt. Steve Blass, 27, of Estherville. Blass died in a helicopter crash in Afghanistan.

Monday Kicks Off Yard Waste Collection in Waukee

Residents who have collected brush and other yard waste over the winter can dispose of it starting Monday.

Waukee Council OKs Purchase of Vehicles for Fire Department

Shottenkirk Chevrolet will sell the city two vehicles for a total cost of about $60,000.

Waukee Seeking Designs for Proposed Recreation Complex

An August special election to pay for a Waukee recreation complex is likely, according to Waukee City Hall.

An Open Book: Meet New Waukee Children's Librarian Keri Weston-Stoll

Weston-Stoll started work at the Waukee Public Library on March 4, prompted by a desire to share her love of reading with children.

Who's Hiring: City of Waukee Seasonal Job Openings

The city is hiring several seasonal positions. Pay ranges from $10 to 12.50 an hour, depending on the job.

Firm to Study Habitat of Bat Holding Up Work on Alice's Road Interchange

Since learning that an endangered bat species is living in the area of the Alice's Road/105th Street interchange, the cities of Waukee and West Des Moines have had to study what construction could mean for the animal's habitat.

Dallas County Recorder Airhart Backs Governor's Property Tax Plan

Chad Airhart and other local elected officials attended Monday's news conference by Gov. Terry Branstad to show their support for his property tax reform plan.

Waukee Library Turns 10 With Celebrity Auction and Party

The Waukee Public Library celebrated the building's 10th anniversary March 3 with a celebrity auction hosted by WHO-TV chief meteorologist Ed Wilson.

City of Waukee Tax Rate to Remain the Same for 14th Straight Year

The city's property tax rate will stay the same for the fiscal year that starts July 1. Also at Monday's council meeting, library expansion bids were delayed again; money for the project comes from the estate of the late Hiram Ori.

Dallas County Democrats Honor Election Campaign Volunteers

Local Democrats who volunteered for candidates during the November 2012 election season were recently honored by the Dallas County Democrat Central Committee.

Have Coffee With Area Legislators on Saturday

Have a question about an issue before the Iowa Legislature? You can pose it to State Rep. Rob Taylor and State Sen. Charles Schneider on Saturday morning.

Waukee Library to Celebrate 10 Years With Auction Tonight Hosted by Ed Wilson

The Waukee Public Library will celebrate the building's 10th birthday Sunday with a celebrity auction hosted by WHO-TV chief meteorologist Ed Wilson.

Rep. Taylor Hosts Beck Family at Capitol

State Rep. Rob Taylor hosted the Beck family of Waukee in a visit to the Iowa Capitol recently.

Eason Elementary Students Visit Iowa Statehouse

State Rep. Rob Taylor recently hosted some of the students from Eason Elementary School in Waukee.

Tomorrow Plan Could Influence Waukee Development

The plan urges cities to reduce stormwater runoff and improve recreational trails in the metro area.

Waukee Chamber Hosts Legislators at Coffee

State legislators Rob Taylor and Charles Schneider updated voters on issues at the Iowa Statehouse during a recent coffee held at Waukee City Hall.

Huckabee Urges Iowa Republicans to Choose Pro-Life Leaders

Former Iowa caucus winner and Fox News personality Mike Huckabee spoke to Iowa Republicans in a pro-life event this weekend at Point of Grace Church in Waukee.

Raccoon River Valley Trail Crossings to be Paved from Waukee to Linden

Dallas County authorities approved paving the crossing to improve trail safety for bicyclists. A mix of private donations and grant money will be used for the project.

Weather Alert: Waukee Declares Snow Parking Ban as Winter Storm Warning Issued

Winter Storm Q is dragging its heels in reaching Iowa. Forecasters now say the snow will start in mid-afternoon Thursday with the heaviest around rush hour.

Waukee City Administrator Receives Taxpayer Award

Tim Moerman was honored for his work in Ankeny, especially helping to lead the Capital Crossroads initiative in the metro to reduce government costs through collaboration.

Former GOP Caucus Winner Huckabee to Headline Iowa GOP Event in Waukee Saturday

Fox News Channel host, former Arkansas governor and former Iowa Republican Caucus winner Mike Huckabee is the headliner at the Feb. 23 pro-life event. Point of Grace Church will host the gathering.

Who Should Be Honored As the Waukee Citizen of the Year?

Do you know someone who has worked hard in the past year to improve Waukee? Nominate them for Citizen of the Year.

Waukee Residents Turn Out to Welcome New City Administrator

Waukee's new city administrator, Tim Moerman, was greeted by community leaders and residents at an open house Tuesday afternoon at Waukee City Hall. He starts work on Monday with the challenge of shaping economic development in the city.

Waukee Council Sells Bonds to Pay for Sewer Project

The money will pay for a project to extend sewer service to an area of housing construction near North Little Walnut Creek Drive and Warrior Lane.

What's Open and Closed in Waukee on Presidents' Day?

Next week is Presidents' Day. Take a look at what's open and what's closed in Waukee on the holiday.

Waukee Leadership Institute to Hire Paid Staff Director

The nonprofit has been led by an early graduate, Randy Yontz, for five years. This year, the city will help pay for a part-time staff position to keep educating Waukee leaders.

Designs Scaled Back as Waukee Rejects Library Bids, Another Round Set

Bids to add a meeting room and coal-mining museum to the Waukee Public Library were rejected this week. Another round of bids will come in later this month, delaying construction.

Meet the New Waukee City Administrator at Tuesday Reception

Tim Moerman, the incoming city administrator for Waukee, will meet residents at a public reception on Feb. 12. He begins work on Feb. 18.

Dallas County Republican Says Most Want Chance to Vote on Definition of Marriage

Following Patch's two-part series on whether the Iowa GOP needs to change its views on gay marriage to appeal to more voters, we have reaction from a leader of the Dallas County Republican party.

$2 Million Available in City Budget to Build Proposed Ball Fields

One of the spending proposals outlined in the Waukee city budget for the next fiscal year is to build four ball diamonds for recreation softball and baseball leagues.

Waukee Chamber to Host Area Legislators at Saturday Coffee

Have a question about an issue before the Iowa Legislature? You can pose it to State Rep. Rob Taylor and State Sen. Charles Schneider on Saturday morning.

GOP Poll: Tea Party Favorite Steve King Leads Over Brad Zaun, Tom Latham for Harkin's U.S. Senate Seat

Congressman King leads potential Republican nominees, including Congressman Tom Latham and Zaun, for Tom Harkin's U.S. Senate seat, according to a poll by Harper Polling. But Politico wonders, "Could King actually win?"

Postage Rate Increase: What's the New Cost of a Stamp?

Stamps and Priority Mail services went up in price Sunday, and a new worldwide stamp is now available. So how much is a stamp today? Here's a handy list of the new rates from the U.S. Postal Service.