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Posted on: November 16, 2023

NOTICE OF CITY OF ANKENY PROPERTY PRESCRIBED BURNS

The City of Ankeny will be conducting prescribed burns periodically in Ankeny beginning Monday, Nov. 20, 2023 until the first snow fall. Weather conditions and safety considerations will determine the exact date and time of the fires. 

Locations f...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: November 14, 2023

Otter Creek Golf Course closing for the season Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023

Golf fanatics have just a few more days to enjoy a round of golf at Otter Creek Golf Course; the golf course and driving range will officially close for the season on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023.

The Pro Shop will remain open to sell holiday gift certificates an...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: October 17, 2023

City parks are being winterized

The City of Ankeny Park Maintenance team has begun the process of preparing all parks and outdoor recreation facilities for winter. This work includes closing splash  pads, restrooms and turning off water fountains for the winter months, please p...
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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: August 3, 2023

Ankeny Aquatic Centers end of the season schedules

The City of Ankeny announced the August operational schedules for Cascade Falls and Prairie Ridge aquatic centers today. 

Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center, 1220 NW Prairie Ridge Drive

  • Open daily through Aug. 13
  • Noon – 6 p.m.

Splash Park only

  • Ope...
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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Ankeny Aquatic Centers Open Saturday

Ankeny aquatic centers will open for Memorial Day weekend, May 27 -29. Hours for Cascade Falls are noon – 7 p.m. Prairie Ridge hours are noon – 6 p.m. Both aquatic centers will open daily for the 2023 summer season Thursday, June 1, at noon.

Cascade Falls ...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: March 27, 2023

Otter Creek Golf Course opens for the season Friday, March 31, 2023

Otter Creek Golf Course will open for the 2023 golf season Friday, March 31 at 9 a.m. Online reservations for tee times are now available at www.ottercreekankeny.com or reserve your tee time by calling 515-965-6464. The pro shop is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: March 21, 2023

NOTICE OF CITY OF ANKENY PROPERTY PRESCRIBED BURNS

The City of Ankeny will be conducting prescribed burns periodically throughout Ankeny beginning March 22, 2023 through mid-May. Weather conditions and safety considerations will determine the exact date and time of the fires. 

Locations for prescr...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: February 27, 2023

Ankeny Mayor’s Youth Council Seeking Nominations for Youth of the Year and Youth Club of the Year

The Ankeny Mayor's Youth Council is seeking nominations for “Youth of the Year” and “Youth Club of the Year”. Nomination forms will be accepted through March 10 and can come from any person wishing to nomin...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: November 21, 2022

Thanksgiving holiday closures and delays

The City of Ankeny offices and facilities, including the Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library and the Albaugh Family Senior Community Center, will be closed Nov. 24-25 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. 

Recycling will not be collected Thursda...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: October 14, 2022

Winterization schedule for Ankeny city parks

The City of Ankeny Park Maintenance team is in the process of preparing all of the parks and outdoor recreation facilities for winter. This work includes closing splash pads, restrooms and turning off water fountains for the winter months, please plan acc...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: June 3, 2022

Food Trucks, Live Music and More at Beats and Eats

The City of Ankeny is pleased to announce a new event for the community featuring food trucks, beer truck, live music and entertainment, family activities, yard games, the Uptown train and more. Join us for Beats and Eats at the Ankeny Market & Pavili...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: April 4, 2022

NOTICE OF CITY OF ANKENY PROPERTY PRESCRIBED BURNS

Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Update:  The City of Ankeny will be conducting controlled burns in the following areas today:

  • Vintage Pond
  • Summerbrook Park

 

Monday, April 11, 2022 Update:  The City of Ankeny will be conducting controlled b...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News
Posted on: December 6, 2021

Albaugh Family Senior Community Center Grand Opening

The City of Ankeny and Polk County Board of Supervisors invite the community to a grand opening celebration for the new Albaugh Family Senior Community Center. The event will take place Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, at 3 p.m. with a short program and a ribbon cu...

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City of Ankeny Parks & Recreation News