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CAPER Available for Public Review

Published on October 09, 2025

The 2024-25 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is available for a 15-day public comment period that will end on Thursday, Oct. 23.

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Ames Fire Department Responds to Residential Fire

Published on October 07, 2025

The Ames Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 250 S. Franklin Avenue at 4:42 p.m. on Tuesday. Flames were reported in an upstairs bedroom when crews were dispatched.

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‘A Glimpse Inside’ Event Showcases Architecture and History in Ames

Published on September 30, 2025

The City of Ames Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) joined several other organizations in hosting “A Glimpse Inside,” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18. This one-day event showcases historic and architectural resources at 10 locations in Ames’ Old Town National Register Historic Districts and Main Street. The event is free and open to the public.

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Deadline Alert! Sustainability Grants Offered for Carbon Reduction

Published on September 24, 2025

The City of Ames is accepting applications for two grant programs focused on encouraging sustainability in Ames with one grant program deadline coming up on Friday, Oct. 3.

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Ames ‘Fire Station No. 2 Spotlight’ Events to Highlight Relocation

Published on September 23, 2025

The Ames Fire Department encourages residents to learn more about the proposed relocation of Fire Station No. 2, located at 132 Welch Ave., by attending a “Fire Station No. 2 Spotlight” event. The first Spotlight will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 4, followed by another from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

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Ames Fire Department to Host Annual Open House Oct. 11

Published on September 19, 2025

The Ames Fire Department will host its annual Fire Station Open House from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Fire Station No. 1, 1300 Burnett Ave. The event is free and open to the public. A sensory-friendly hour will provide a calm, welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities.

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Downtown ‘Healthiest State Walk’ Planned for Wednesday, Oct. 1

Published on September 18, 2025

Residents are welcome to join the Ames City Council and City of Ames staff at the annual Downtown Healthiest State Walk beginning at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at City Hall, 515 Clark Ave. Mayor Pro Tem Amber Corrieri will lead the walk. Participants should gather on the sidewalk in front of City Hall.

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Ames Repair Café Returns on Sept. 13; Volunteers Provide Free Repairs

Published on September 10, 2025

The Ames Repair Café will return to Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13. Ames Repair Café volunteers have partnered with the Ames Resource Recovery Plant and Ames Public Library to promote waste reduction by repairing rather than replacing items that no longer function properly. The repairs are offered at no charge.

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Public Works Department Seeks Community Input on Curbside Recycling

Published on September 02, 2025

The Public Works Department is seeking community input on a new approach to waste disposal, including a proposed residential curbside recycling program.

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Parks & Recreation Seeks Input on CIP

Published on August 25, 2025

he City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department will host a public input session regarding development of its 2026-2031 Capital Improvements Plan (CIP).

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News & Updates

City News to Your Inbox!

CAPER Available for Public Review

Ames Fire Department Responds to Residential Fire

‘A Glimpse Inside’ Event Showcases Architecture and History in Ames

Deadline Alert! Sustainability Grants Offered for Carbon Reduction

Ames ‘Fire Station No. 2 Spotlight’ Events to Highlight Relocation

Ames Fire Department to Host Annual Open House Oct. 11

Downtown ‘Healthiest State Walk’ Planned for Wednesday, Oct. 1

Ames Repair Café Returns on Sept. 13; Volunteers Provide Free Repairs

Public Works Department Seeks Community Input on Curbside Recycling

Parks & Recreation Seeks Input on CIP

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