Friday, May 17, 2013
The Waukee City Council member, who is seeking re-election, says creating a Community and Economic Development Department with City Hall will help boost the city's growth.
Submitted on Behalf of Waukee Councilman Shane Blanchard: Councilman Shane Blanchard has been a huge supporter of establishing a Community and Economic Development Department within the City of Waukee. With the success of Alice's Road becoming a reality while being elected to Council in 2010, Blanchard knew the City had to be more active and hands on with respect to bringing businesses into the City. After meeting with WEDCO (Waukee Economic Development Corporation) in May 2012, Blanchard asked for data in relation to accomplishments in regards to Economic Development. "The taxpayers of Waukee are the largest contributor to WEDCO, giving $60,000 year for three years. As a representative of our taxpayers, I expect results," Blanchard said…
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Alice's Road isn't the only major street in Waukee that will receive attention this year as city leaders set their top priorities.
From the City of Waukee website: Members of the Waukee City Council approved a slate of top priorities at the May 7 council meeting. These priorities are the actions that will be taken over the next 12 months to bring the community vision to fruition. Both the Community Vision and 2013-2014 City Council Priorities were developed during a strategic planning session held on April 22. The Mayor and City Council worked to develop a list of 15 top City Council Priorities by brainstorming outstanding projects and community needs and then voting to reach consensus on the top 15 initiatives. Mayor Bill Peard said he was "pleased with the work that both the City Council and city staff have put into the strategic planning process. The preparation …
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Members voted unanimously Monday night to appoint a former council member and mayor pro-tem to the seat vacated by Dan Dutcher.
Members voted unanimously Monday night to appoint Isaiah McGee to the Waukee City Council, according to the city of Waukee. McGee, a professional consultant, served on the city council from 2006 to 2010. He will fill the seat vacated by Dan Dutcher, who resigned earlier this month for personal reasons. "I am pleased with the process that we used to fill the vacant council seat and the selection," Mayor Bill Peard said in a press release issued by the city of Waukee. "Isaiah recently served as a Councilmember and will be able to hit the ground running during an important time of development within the City. I look forward to working with him over the next several months." McGee will serve on the council from May 6 until the term's …
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The Waukee City Council selected Isaiah McGee to fill a vacant seat.
Monday, April 29, 2013
Mayor Bill Peard and members of the Waukee City Council have completed strategic planning that maps out how to continue improving the community.
Waukee Mayor Bill Peard and members of the City Council completed a strategic planning session on April 22 that mapped out how to keep improving the community, according to a news release from the city. During the session, leaders were asked to brainstorm what “The Key to Good Living” entails and how future policies and community initiatives can work toward continued community betterment. LINK UP WITH PATCH: Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter. Have Waukee news delivered to your inbox every morning by signing up for our newsletter. Officials were asked to develop a comprehensive list of City Council priorities and then create a consensus on the top priorities for the next 12 months. Peard said, “This is the first step in creating…
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
The winner was chosen for her service to Waukee Schools, her church and community projects including Diapers for Haiti.
Mayor Bill Peard announced Cyndi Craigmile as the 2012 Waukee Citizen of the Year at Monday's City Council meeting. According to a news release from the city, Craigmile was chosen for the award by a committee consisting of Mayor Peard; David Wilkerson, superintendent for the Waukee Community School District; Vickie Dornfeld, Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce president; and 2011 Citizen of the Year Ann Strong. Craigmile was selected for the honor for her service to the community in various areas including the Waukee Public Schools, her church, and community-wide initiatives including Diapers for Haiti, the release said. “My sincerest congratulations to Cyndi for her involvement in this community," Peard said. "She has done a fine job.” As …
The City of Waukee acquired the final two parcels of land needed to expand the road to accommodate potential economic growth.
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
The City of Waukee acquired the final two parcels of land needed to expand the road to accommodate potential economic growth.
The Waukee City Council last night approved development agreements with two landowners needed to expand the road to make room for future economic growth. The council voted 4-0 at Monday night's regular council meeting, the Des Moines Register reports. The decision came a week after the council postponed a vote to use eminent domain to purchase the land. Approval of the agreement will allow the city to avoid complicated and time-consuming condemnation procedures, the article said. The city will acquire the rights to work on the properties at no cost, City Manager Tim Moerman told the newspaper. It also will allow Alice’s Road projects to move forward into final design and construction, according to a media release issued by the city. Mayor …
Sunday, April 14, 2013
The city council has decided to appoint its next member following the resignation of Dan Dutcher. Applications are due April 17.
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
The city council has decided to appoint its next member following the resignation of Dan Dutcher.
The Waukee City Council plans to appoint its next member following the resignation of Dan Dutcher last week, according to a press release issued by the city. Dutcher announced his resignation last week, citing personal reasons for the decision. The city council received it at a special meeting Monday night. Whomever is appointed will be required to fullfill the rest of Dutcher's term, which was set to expire on Dec. 31, 2013. Individuals who would like to be considered for the position should submit a letter of interest to the Waukee City Clerk, 230 Hickman Rd., by 5 p.m. on April 17. The city council will review applicants at its April 29 meeting and is expected to make the appointment at its May 6 meeting. A special election could still …
