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.
Job Opening for Administrative Assistant
Job opening for City of Huxley Administrative Assistant. This position is full-time and will provide customer service to City of Huxley residents as well as administrative and clerical support to city staff. See job description below for full list of duties and qualifications. Starting pay $16.10/hour with benefits. Applications accepted through March 6th. Drop applications […]
Join the 2020 Census Team and Earn Extra Income/Complete Application at 3C’s Building on February 12th
The U.S. Census Bureau is now hiring Census Takers. Make $21.50 an hour! Mileage reimbursement! Flexible hours! You can apply in person on Wednesday, February 12th. Stop by the Council Chambers in the 3C’s Building anytime between 10 am and 12 noon. OR, apply online for one of the thousands of temporary 2020 Census jobs. […]
Story County Survey: Needs Assessment for Health and Human Services
Dear Story County Resident, We are conducting a needs assessment to determine the most important health and human services issues that need to be addressed in Story County. Please share your thoughts about these issues through the online survey via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCNeedsAssessment. Your feedback will be used to help shape future health and human service programs […]
Meet the New City Administrator!
Rita Conner takes her place as the new City Administrator beginning December 16th. Rita has plenty of municipal experience – she has worked in Pleasant Hill and recently came from the Economic Development Department at the City of Des Moines. Please stop by and welcome the newest city employee.
Nord Kalsem Community Center Gets Remodeled
Last year 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 damages to the pipe and walls were minor. However, a new floor was a must! When trying to decide what type of flooring would be a good […]
Illegal to Blow Snow into Street
DO NOT BLOW SNOW INTO STREET. It a violation of the city’s municipal code to place or propel, or cause to be placed or propelled, snow, ice, hail, or sleet in the public way or in any manner which poses a hazard to vehicular or pedestrian traffic.”
2020 Census – Be Counted!!
Census 2020: It’s Coming! 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 […]
Snow Ordinance and Sidewalk Policies
Snow Removal: Whenever there is one inch of snow or more accumulated there will be no parking on any city street in the City of Huxley. The streets that are marked “Snow Route” will be the first streets to have snow removed. Snow removal on all remaining streets will occur in no particular order. For […]
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.
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 […]
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.
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.