Click on any of the links below for that Board or Commission's home page. A list of City departments is also available is also available.
SSMID515-576-8191
The Downtown Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District (SSMID) was created in 1982 to improve downtown Fort Dodge.
Airport Commission515-573-3881
The Airport Commission is the governing body presiding over the operations of the Fort Dodge Regional Airport.
BCF515-573-2316 x107
Blanden Memorial Board of Trustees515-573-2316
The Board oversees hiring, trusts, donations, and works of art.
Board of Animal Appeals515-573-7144
Hears and decides appeals in declaring a dog or cat to be dangerous or vicious.
Cable Television Commission515-573-7144
Provides resolution of complaints between citizen subscribers and city cable television franchises.
Civil Service Commission515-576-4551
The Civil Service Commission hold examinations for the purpose of determining the qualifications of applicants for positions in the Police and Fire Departments.
Enterprise Zone Commission515-573-8321
The Enterprise Zone Commission considers applications for benefits provided under the Enterprise Zone program.
EEO Committee515-576-2201
Enforce policies of Iowa & Federal Civil Rights acts as well as ADA guidelines and provide active assistance to prevent and eliminate discriminatory practices. Ensures that City is in compliance with equal employment opportunity through education.
Historic Preservation Commission515-573-7144
The Historic Preservation Commission works to safeguard the City’s historic sites & districts, promote uses of historic buildings, and educate public about historic significance.
Human Rights Commission515-576-2201
Our Mission: To eliminate discrimination and to establish equality and justice for all persons within the City of Fort Dodge.
Library Board of Trustees515-573-8167
The Board of Trustees sets policy for the Fort Dodge Public Library including all personnel issues, building use and maintenance, and budgetary issues.
Municipal Housing Agency Commission515-573-7144
The Municipal Housing Agency Commission oversees the Housing Agency operations including budget and expenses.
Parks & Recreation Boards515-576-7237
Commission advises City Council members on the needed facilities to provide open space, such as parks, playgrounds and community facilities, and for other forms of recreation.
Plan & Zoning Commission515-573-8321
Reviews and makes recommendation on zoning questions or re-zoning issues, as well as development of subdivisions.