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.
Storm Damage: Branches Can be Taken to Maintenance Shop
Residents can take their branches to the City’s Maintenance Shop at 601 Oak Blvd this Saturday, September 14th, from 8 am to 3pm. If Saturday does not work then branches can be dropped off during the week of September 15th anytime Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm.
Flu Clinic Offered By Story County Public Health
Mary Greeley Medical Center’s Home Health Services will be providing flu shots on Thursday, October 3rd from 1:00 to 2:30pm. The flu clinic will be held at the Nord Kalsem Community Center, 204 W. 5th Street. Flu shots are $35. Please bring Medicare Card if planning to use it for payment. For other available clinics […]
Tree Branch Drop-Off Date: October 19th
To assist homeowners with the disposal of branches, the City will have a free branch drop-off day on Saturday, October 19th at the Huxley Public Works facility at 601 Oak Blvd. Residents can drop off branches from 8 am to 12 noon. Feel free to call 597-2561, ext. 201 with any questions or concerns.
Election of Mayor and Council Members
Election day is November 5, 2019. Due to a legislative change, the election will combine city and school elections. Polling location for Huxley residents will be the Safe Room, 515 N. Main Avenue (between City Hall and Police Department). Polling times will be from 7 am to 8 pm. On the city side of the […]
Council Approves New Standards for Public Streets
At the August 13th city council meeting, council approved implementing new standards for the constructions of all new major collector, minor arterial or major arterial streets. See attached supplemental specifications for details.
City Begins Search for New City Administrator
The current city administrator is retiring at the end of this year. CITY ADMINISTRATOR POSITION City Administrator, Huxley, Iowa. (Population – 4,500). Progressive and growing community in central Iowa, located at the junction of U.S. Highway 69 & Iowa Highway 210 and just west of Interstate 35 in Story County, is seeking an energetic leader […]
Passports
GET YOUR PASSPORTS AT CITY HALL The City of Huxley is an authorized passport agency. Hours of service are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. No appointments necessary. Anyone 16 years or older wanting a passport must have a drivers license and original birth certificate. Minors (15 and younger) will need both parents […]
Utility Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2019
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 […]
Westview Heights Development – Revised Preliminary Plat and Stormwater Mgmt. Plan
To review the revised preliminary plat for the Westview Development please click here. To review the Stormwater Management Plan for the development click here.
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
A Universe of Stories: Local Libraries Summer Reading Program
A Universe of Stories: Ballard Area Libraries 2019 Summer Reading Program. To view video click here.
Illegal to Blow Grass Clippings into Street
DON’T BLOW GRASS CLIPPINGS INTO STREET. It a violation of the city’s municipal code to blow grass clippings into city streets. When yard waste is discarded or blown into the street system, it can cause drainage/sewage issues. Public works employees try to keep storm drains open and grass clippings can block downstream storm water inlet […]
Nord Kalsem Community Center Gets Updated
Recently it was discovered that a frozen pipe in the Community Center had caused serious damage to the floor in the north end of the building. The pipe and wall were minor repairs – a new floor was a must! When trying to decide what type of flooring would be a good replacement it was […]
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.
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 5pm
Census Bureau Has Job Opportunities
Recruiting Assistants Needed. See attached flyer.
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 […]
Water Sales Tax Changes
The Iowa legislature recently passed a new law which creates a Water Service Excise Tax (WET). Prior to this law, the sale of water was subject to the 6% state sales tax. The WET exempts water from state sales tax, but imposes a 6% excise tax. This water service excise tax provides funding to the […]
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.
Notary Public
Notary Public officials are available at City Hall. Office hours are 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.