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Van Meter recognized as a first in Iowa’s Certified Site Program

Van Meter recognized as a first in Iowa’s Certified Site Program

One of the fastest growing trends in the site selection business is the demand for certified industrial sites.  As companies continue to put pressure on the time allowed for making a location decision as well as the time required to start construction and complete the project, the need for certified sites increases.  The location decision process demands […]

City Administrator Position

The City of Van Meter is seeking applicants for the position of City Administrator. Qualified applicants should possess, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or a related field and three years of experience in local government. The successful candidate must be a self-starter, collegial, and able to demonstrate strong leadership skills. The […]

Tax Abatement Available

On April 20, 2017 the Van Meter City Council adopted Resolution 2017-20 which approved and adopted an Urban Revitalization Plan. At the same meeting the City Council adopted Ordinance 257 which designated all real property contained within the incorporated limits of the City of Van Meter, as of April 1, 2017, to be within the […]

Habitat Rehab Projects

The City partners with Dallas County Habitat for Humanity to do housing rehabilitation projects in Van Meter. If you qualify for Habitat’s program the City will pay for exterior home repairs, safety and accessibility improvements, weatherization, and other qualifying projects that preserve and/or improve property valuations and home-ownership in Van Meter.  To qualify you must […]

City of Van Meter Police Department has engaged with Nixle.

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Apr
24
Tue
6:30 pm Story Time @ Van Meter Public Library
Story Time @ Van Meter Public Library
Apr 24 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us every Thursday evening for stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts.
Apr
25
Wed
3:30 pm Tween/Teen Crafting @ Van Meter Public Library
Tween/Teen Crafting @ Van Meter Public Library
Apr 25 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Every Wednesday afternoon be creative at the library!
Apr
27
Fri
10:00 am Van Meter Public Library opening... @ Van Meter Public Library
Van Meter Public Library opening... @ Van Meter Public Library
Apr 27 @ 10:00 am – 1:30 pm
 
1:45 pm Friday Movie Matinee @ Van Meter Public Library
Friday Movie Matinee @ Van Meter Public Library
Apr 27 @ 1:45 pm – 3:30 pm
Friday afternoon is movie time!  A kid-friendly movie will be shown each Friday.
May
1
Tue
6:30 pm Story Time @ Van Meter Public Library
Story Time @ Van Meter Public Library
May 1 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Join us every Thursday evening for stories, rhymes, songs, and crafts.
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Van Meter City Hall

Phone: 515.996.2644
310 Mill Street
PO Box 160
Van Meter, IA 50261

Van Meter Public Library

Phone: 515.996.2435
505 Grant Street
PO Box 160
Van Meter, IA 50261

Van Meter Public Safety

Van Meter Director of Public Safety: 515-202-4154
Sheriff’s Dispatch: 515-993-4567
Emergency: 911