Huxley, Iowa is a unique community where economic opportunity is within driving distance, kids can attend great schools, you can own your own home, community involvement is valued, and friends are just next door. Our town combines both small town, Iowa values with growth and economic opportunity. We truly are the Heart of the Prairie.
Huxley Parks and Rec Department Holds Fall Family Festival
Fall Family Festival is being held on Sunday, October 18th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Festival will be held at Centennial Park. FREE event is being hosted by the City of Huxley’s Parks and Recreation Department. For a list of the activities, please click here. For questions please call 515-597-2515.
City Begins Search for New Police Officer
The City of Huxley is accepting applications for a police officer. New officer will work the evening shift with starting pay at $25.23 per hour plus benefits. Application and resume can be submitted to Chief Stoll at gstoll@huxleyiowa.org or dropped off at City Hall, 515 N. Main Avenue in Huxley. Application and resume must be […]
Passport Processing Service No Longer Offered at City
Effective immediately: The City of Huxley is no longer an authorized Passport Acceptance Agency and thus, will not be processing passports. For a listing of local acceptance agencies go to the Department of State website at travel.state.gov or contact the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) toll-free at 1-877-487-2778 or email at NPIC@state.gov.
City Plans for Expansion of Water Treatment Facility
Huxley Residents, This summer brought us the City’s first water conservation order back in July. The decision was made by City Council due to nearing inability to keep up with production at the plant with the high level of usage. What we tried to provide on the city’s website, social media and citizen calls the […]
Notary Public
Notary Public officials are available at City Hall. Office hours are 8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
Need a Notary?
The city has three notaries in the administration office. The service is FREE to the public! Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm
Yard Waste Accepted at City of Ames
The City of Huxley does not accept yard waste. No Charge Yard Waste Days will be held this Fall on October 31st, November 7th, 21st and 28th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at GreenRU (formerly Chamness Technology), at 400 Freel Drive in east Ames. Residents may dispose of yard waste (including brush) at no charge during this […]
Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Funds Available to Eligible Residents
THE IOWA INDIVIDUAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM (IIAGP) IIAGP offers grants to families whose household’s annual income is at 200% or less of the federal poverty level. Each qualifying household MAY receive up to $5,000.00. The IIAGP is activated when the Governor issues a disaster proclamation turning on IIAGP for the affected counties. Please note – […]
Heart of Iowa Nature Trail Closed Due to Construction
The 560th Street Paving Project under construction by the City of Huxley has temporarily closed the Heart of Iowa Nature Trail. We look forward to conclusion of the project and the ability to open the improved street and the trail to the public, but at this time the area is an active construction environment and […]
City Eases Emergency Water Conservation
Huxley Residents: Your teamwork with us on water conservation efforts the last several weeks has been much appreciated! Community water usage and water production at the treatment plant have been stable and balanced. We’ve been watching the weather conditions closely to see when we could consider easing the conservation order. On August 25th, City Council […]
STORY COUNTY ASKS RESIDENTS TO ASSIST WITH REQUEST FOR FEMA FUNDING
Story County Emergency Management (SCEM) has communicated with Homeland Security. Homeland Security intends to go to FEMA for Federal Individual Disaster Assistance for individuals, families, and businesses. All jurisdictions in Story County will need to collect information on residential damages for our county to qualify for inclusion in the declaration if we get one. There is […]
Nord Kalsem Park Closed Until Further Notice
Nord Kalsem Park is closed until damages can be cleaned up. Please keep children off playground equipment.
Governor Makes A Visit to Huxley
Governor Reynolds visited Huxley on Friday, August 14th to check on our community after the storm. Below are photos of city staff with the governor. Featured photo: Mayor Kevin Deaton with Governor. Photos below left to right: Gerry Stoll, Police Chief and Public Works Director, Jeff Peterson.
2020 Census – Be Counted!!
MAKE YOURSELF BE COUNTED! Once a decade, America comes together to count every resident in the United States. The decennial census was first taken in 1790, as mandated by the Constitution. The census population count provides the basis for reapportioning congressional seats, redistricting, and distributing more than $675 billion in federal funds. This money supports […]
Home Repair Assistance Available Through Story County Housing Trust
The Story County Housing Trust (SCHT) is a non-profit organization and a designated Housing Trust Fund by the Iowa Finance Authority for Story County. The goal of the SCHT is to improve affordable housing in Story County. For further details on the program and how to receive assistance please go the Story County Trust website […]
Utility Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2020
Why the increase? There is a maximum amount of water that the city can treat/produce in a day. There have been several times in the past couple of years that the Water Treatment Facility has reached its capacity – and the city continues to grow. Therefore, funds are needed to purchase additional tanks to store […]
Iowa Economic Development Authority Offers Short Term Utility Relief to Small Businesses
This news release may also be viewed here: iowaeda.com/newsroom For more information contact: Staci Hupp Ballard, 515.348.6245 communications@iowaeda.com IEDA Announces COVID-19 Small Business Utility Disruption Prevention Program Financial Assistance Now Available to Eligible Small Businesses for COVID-19 Utility Disruption July 17, 2020 (DES MOINES) – The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today announced the […]
Tips for Water Conservation
What is Water Conservation? Water conservation is the practice of using water efficiently to reduce unnecessry water usage. Water conservation is important because fresh, clean water is a limited resource, as well as a costly one. Water conservation is more important than ever. Below are a few tips to reduce your water footprint: 1) Use […]
City Certifies Maximum Tax Levy/Holds Budget Hearing
It is budget time for the cities in Iowa. Due to new legislation, cities are required to hold two public hearings prior to approving a new budget. All cities must pass a resolution establishing the maximum property tax dollars to certify for the levy, as defined in Section 384.15A of the state code. The new […]
MULCH/WOOD CHIPS Free to Public
MULCH/WOOD CHIPS – free for the taking! Plenty of FREE wood chips available for mulch or whatever the need. Large pile of FREE wood chips available at City’s water plant. Call City Hall at 515-597-2561 to set up a time to get your FREE chips. Take as much as you can haul away.
Small Business Owner’s Guide to the CARES Act
The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs that have right now. When implemented, there will be many new resources available for small businesses, as well as certain non-profits and other employers. Below are […]
City Connecting to Available Resources
Below are links to several resources available to the public. Alliant Energy Iowa Economic Development Authority Iowa Department of Revenue Iowa Workforce Development Iowa Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities Story County Emergency Management Agency Story County Department of Human Services
Public Drinking Water Safe to Drink
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 20, 2020 Public drinking water safe to drink The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is providing this important information about COVID-19 as it relates to public drinking water to provide clarity to the public. The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking water supplies. Based on current evidence, the risk to water supplies is very low. Disinfection methods […]
Notice of Public Hearing – Proposed Property Tax Levy
The City of Huxley will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year City property tax levy on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The meeting will be held in the City’s Council Chambers at 6:00pm. To see a copy of the proposed tax levy, please click here.
Want to Reserve Nord Kalsem or Safe Room? Contact Parks and Recreation.
Effective March 2, 2020, anyone wishing to reserve the Nord Kalsem Community Center or the Safe Room must contact the City’s Parks and Recreation Department. A $150 deposit is required before any reservations can be made for either facility. Reservations can be made at the Parks and Recreation desk from 8 am to 5pm, or […]
Huxley Fire & Rescue Hiring Certified EMT’s, Advanced EMT’s and Paramedics
City of Huxley is accepting applications for part-time EMT’s, Advanced EMT’s and Paramedics. For information on how to apply click here. Application
Dogs and Cats Must be Registered with City
All dog and cat owners that reside in Huxley must license their pets with the City of Huxley each year. A current rabies vaccination is needed to register any dog or cat over four months old. Registration fee for each animal is $10.00.
Putting Up a Yard Sign? Know the Rules!
Many Huxley residents like to announce a yard sale, support a candidate, or cheer on the home team with a temporary yard sign. There are rules that address the placement of these signs. When locating the right spot for your yard sign, please keep in mind: Signs should be placed behind the property line and […]
Call Before Digging
The City of Huxley wants all resident to be safe. There are dangers lurking underground! Remember to call Iowa One Call at 811 before you dig. Iowa One Call will arrange to have your yard marked free of charge. Flags or paint correspond with specific underground services. Below is the key: Red – Electric Yellow […]
You Want Mulch? WE HAVE MULCH!!
Come and get it! FREE!!!! The City of Huxley has plenty of mulch. Mulch pile is located at the Water Plant, 1721 East First Street. Anyone interested can get mulch anytime Monday through Saturday, 8 am to 5pm.
Street Light Repair
To report street light outages to Alliant Energy please click here To report street light outages to Consumers please call 1-800-696-6552.
DO NOT FLUSH
Please dot not flush baby wipes, disinfectant wipes or feminine hygiene products. Such products can clog the city’s sewer system which could result in backup problems inside homes, businesses, etc.
Glass Recycle Bin
There is now a glass recycling bin in Huxley! Residents can dispose of their glass in the yellow container on the NW corner of the 3C’s parking lot.