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- Water Quality Report for 2024
Contains results of regulated analytes that are in Fort Dodge's Water Operation Permit. Since some ...
Homecoming Parade – Friday, October 17, 2025!
The Fort Dodge Senior High Homecoming Parade kicks off at 3:00 pm, starting at Central & 12th and heading down Central Ave to City Square! Central Ave (15th - City Square) closes at 2:30 pm - please move vehicles from the route.
Free parking in City lots 2 - 5 pm + no 2-hour limit during that time.
Spectators: find a spot west of 12th St. down to City Square and enjoy the fun!
FULL PRESS RELEASE:
On Friday, October 17, 2025, Fort Dodge Senior High School will be holding its annual homecoming parade down Central Avenue. The parade will begin at approximately 3:00 pm at Central and 12th Street and proceed down Central Avenue to the City Square. Central Avenue, from 15th Street to City Square, including all intersections, will be closed to traffic at 2:30 pm. We respectfully request that vehicles parked along the parade route and staging area be moved to a side street. Parking in City lots will be free from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm for the convenience of parade attendees. Additionally, two-hour on-street parking will not be enforced during this time.
Parade participants will line up along Central Avenue between 12th Street and 15th Street and will join the parade as directed by the organizers.
Spectators should sit west of 12th Street, along Central Avenue, down to City Square (5th Street). Homecoming Parade – Friday, October 17, 2025!
The Fort Dodge Senior High Homecoming Parade kicks off at 3:00 pm, starting at Central & 12th and heading down Central Ave to City Square! Central Ave (15th - City Square) closes at 2:30 pm - please move vehicles from the route.
Free parking in City lots 2 - 5 pm + no 2-hour limit during that time.
Spectators: find a spot west of 12th St. down to City Square and enjoy the fun!
FULL PRESS RELEASE:
On Friday, October 17, 2025, Fort Dodge Senior High School will be holding its annual homecoming parade down Central Avenue. The parade will begin at approximately 3:00 pm at Central and 12th Street and proceed down Central Avenue to the City Square. Central Avenue, from 15th Street to City Square, including all intersections, will be closed to traffic at 2:30 pm. We respectfully request that vehicles parked along the parade route and staging area be moved to a side street. Parking in City lots will be free from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm for the convenience of parade attendees. Additionally, two-hour on-street parking will not be enforced during this time.
Parade participants will line up along Central Avenue between 12th Street and 15th Street and will join the parade as directed by the organizers.
Spectators should sit west of 12th Street, along Central Avenue, down to City Square (5th Street).
Congratulations, Councilman Cameron Nelson!
We're proud to share that Councilman Nelson has earned the Certified Elected Municipal Official (CEMO) award from the Iowa League of Cities at the Iowa League of Cities at their 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibit held September 17-19, in Des Moines! This honor recognizes his commitment to growing as a leader and bringing even more knowledge and expertise to serve our Fort Dodge community. Congratulations, Councilman Cameron Nelson!
We're proud to share that Councilman Nelson has earned the Certified Elected Municipal Official (CEMO) award from the Iowa League of Cities at the Iowa League of Cities at their 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibit held September 17-19, in Des Moines! This honor recognizes his commitment to growing as a leader and bringing even more knowledge and expertise to serve our Fort Dodge community.
The agenda for the October 13, 2025, City Council meeting is available online. Council meetings begin at 6:00 pm in City Council Chambers, 819 1st Ave S.
fortdodgeiowa.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=11438
They Don't Make 'Em Like They Used To!
When the City took over North Lawn Cemetery in May 2024, we inherited more than just beautiful grounds - we also gained a couple of classic 1950s trucks that turned many heads!
We've had plenty of people asking about these vintage beauties, and to keep things fair, we're giving everyone an equal opportunity to bid.
They're now listed on GovDeals, ready for their next adventure on (or off) the road!
bit.ly/northlawngovdealsPhotos from City of Fort Dodge Government s post
Fort Dodge Fire & the City of Fort Dodge are proud to join NFPA in recognizing Fire Prevention Week, October 5–11: Charge Into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home. Learn more & stay safe: fpw.org
#FirePreventionWeek #Sparky #FireSafety #BatterySafetyPhotos from City of Fort Dodge Government s post
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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