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The agenda for the April 13, 2026, City Council meeting is available online. Council meetings begin at 6:00 pm in City Council Chambers, 819 1st Ave S.

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The agenda for the April 13, 2026, City Council meeting is available online. Council meetings begin at 6:00 pm in City Council Chambers, 819 1st Ave S.

https://fortdodgeiowa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11497

Heads up: 2nd Ave N will be closed from just east of MLK and the railroad tracks to just east of N 25th St near the FDCSD Admin Building for the entire work week starting Monday, April 6, 2026, at 7:00 AM. The closure is needed so crews can replace 4 storm intake structures and 2 water main valves ahead of repaving.

Please plan ahead, use alternate routes, and watch for crews and signage in the area. Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.
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Heads up: 2nd Ave N will be closed from just east of MLK and the railroad tracks to just east of N 25th St near the FDCSD Admin Building for the entire work week starting Monday, April 6, 2026, at 7:00 AM. The closure is needed so crews can replace 4 storm intake structures and 2 water main valves ahead of repaving.

Please plan ahead, use alternate routes, and watch for crews and signage in the area. Thank you for your patience while this work is completed.

Fort Dodge, it's time to get those yards back in shape

Curbside yard waste pickup is open for the season, with the first collection on Friday, April 10, 2026. Text 'Yard Waste' to (515) 408-9888 to schedule yours today.

Leaves, grass clippings, and other yard waste can head to the curb as we kick off another season of pickup. Let's get those bags lined up and ready to go! And don t forget your orange tags!Fort Dodge, it's time to get those yards back in shape

Curbside yard waste pickup is open for the season, with the first collection on Friday, April 10, 2026. Text 'Yard Waste' to (515) 408-9888 to schedule yours today.

Leaves, grass clippings, and other yard waste can head to the curb as we kick off another season of pickup. Let's get those bags lined up and ready to go! And don t forget your orange tags!
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Fort Dodge, it’s time to get those yards back in shape 🌿🚛

Curbside yard waste pickup is open for the season, with the first collection on Friday, April 10, 2026. Text Yard Waste to (515) 408-9888 to schedule yours today.

Leaves, grass clippings, and other yard waste can head to the curb as we kick off another season of pickup. Let’s get those bags lined up and ready to go! And dont forget your orange tags!

How many of you clicked on 'See more' on our earlier post from today? You can admit it... If it makes you feel better, some of our staff did too...

It may be April Fool's Day, and we may not have a big announcement to make, but City staff are always working behind the scenes to help move this community forward for residents and visitors.

While you're out and about the next few days, take a minute to look around at the things people once said would never happen, but now are reality. Progress does not happen by accident. It happens when people choose to work together, stay committed, and keep moving forward with a common goal.

Thank you for your positive attitudes, your support, and for showing the rest of Iowa the pride, strength, and spirit of this community. We can't do it without you.How many of you clicked on 'See more' on our earlier post from today? You can admit it... If it makes you feel better, some of our staff did too...

It may be April Fool's Day, and we may not have a big announcement to make, but City staff are always working behind the scenes to help move this community forward for residents and visitors.

While you're out and about the next few days, take a minute to look around at the things people once said would never happen, but now are reality. Progress does not happen by accident. It happens when people choose to work together, stay committed, and keep moving forward with a common goal.

Thank you for your positive attitudes, your support, and for showing the rest of Iowa the pride, strength, and spirit of this community. We can't do it without you.
... See moreSee less

How many of you clicked on See more on our earlier post from today? You can admit it... If it makes you feel better, some of our staff did too...

It may be April Fool’s Day, and we may not have a big announcement to make, but City staff are always working behind the scenes to help move this community forward for residents and visitors.

While you’re out and about the next few days, take a minute to look around at the things people once said would never happen, but now are reality. Progress does not happen by accident. It happens when people choose to work together, stay committed, and keep moving forward with a common goal.

Thank you for your positive attitudes, your support, and for showing the rest of Iowa the pride, strength, and spirit of this community. We can’t do it without you.

City offices will open at noon tomorrow, April 2, 2026. Staff will be attending professional development in the morning.

If you need to pay a bill, you may do so online or at the drop box behind City Hall. If you prefer to do so in person, we ll be happy to help you in the afternoon.City offices will open at noon tomorrow, April 2, 2026. Staff will be attending professional development in the morning.

If you need to pay a bill, you may do so online or at the drop box behind City Hall. If you prefer to do so in person, we ll be happy to help you in the afternoon.
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City offices will open at noon tomorrow, April 2, 2026. Staff will be attending professional development in the morning. 

If you need to pay a bill, you may do so online or at the drop box behind City Hall. If you prefer to do so in person, well be happy to help you in the afternoon.

City Projects Update

Current Projects - Click here for more information

Name: 2025 Concrete Patching & Asphalt Overlay    Expected Completion: Fall 2025

Name: Community Water Initiatives                        Expected Completion: Fall 2026

Name: Kenyon Rd Bridges (IDOT)                             Expected Completion: Summer 2025 

Name: Kenyon Rd & Ave C                                        Expected Completion: Summer 2025

Name: Traffic Signal Modification                                  Expected Completion: Fall 2025 

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