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• Water and Sewer Rates
• News Release - Garbage Collection Routes for Veteran's Day Holiday & Yard Waste Update
• Lakeside Audit FY23
• Lakeside Audit FY22
• Notice to Bidders: Elanco Water Main Connection Project
• Notice to Bidders: Fort Dodge Nature Trail Bridge #9
• 2025 Garbage & Recycling Calendar
• Heart of Iowa Asset Certification

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• Adopt-A-Park Program
• Adult Recreation Programs
• Burning Regulations
• Confined Space Contracts
• DART Bus
• Discolored Water or Odors
• Education
• EEO & Diversity Training

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• Health Insurance 101: Where do my premium dollars go?
• Delta Dental Benefits Summary
• Vision Care Discount Program
• Healthcare While Traveling
• How to Apply
• Webster County Cultural Diversity Team (pdf)
• The Benefits of Mediation
• Human Rights & EEO FAQs

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United Express by SkyWest Airlines offers direct jet service to and from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) - connecting
you to all of United's global destinations!

What should you expect when flying from Fort Dodge?
Check out the Q&A below.

How do I book a ticket?
To book your tickets, you can use the United app, visit www.united.com or call 1-800-864-8331.

Can I book a ticket at the airport?
The United desk in Fort Dodge does not have the ability to book tickets.

How early do I need to be at the airport?
Carry-On or personal items only: 1 hour prior to departure time
Checked Luggage: 1 hour and 30 minutes prior to departure time

Do you have the option for TSA PreCheck?
Yes we do. Haven't heard of PreCheck?  Experience a smoother screening process - no need to remove shoes, belts, liquids, laptops, or light jackets. Learn more HERE.

Is there a charge for parking? What are the parking lots like?
Parking is free of charge for any duration of time.
Areas inside the yellow boxes are open for public parking.

Do you have a restaurant?
We do not have an on-site restaurant, we do have a vending area in case you need a snack or drink before your trip.

What is the terminal like?
Click HERE to view our photos on Google.

If you have any other questions not addressed on this page, please send an email to fdairport@fortdodgeiowa.org.

We truly appreciate all of you who choose to fly Fort Dodge!

City Budgets are available in the City Clerk's office.  For further information on budgets and financing in the City of Fort Dodge, please contact our Finance Director Jeff Nemmers.

    Apply for a ROW Permit - Click Here!

Ordinance Updates effective 3/22/22: City Council Agenda Item 

City Performance Bond Form: ROW Bond Form

Right of Way Excavation Contractors:

All contractors must:

• Register with the City Treasurer's Office (click here for the form)
• Pay the annual registration fee ($200 per calendar year) (pay online; fees may apply)
• Provide a copy of a $10,000 Performance & Restoration Bond on this form
• Provide a copy of a $1,000,000 liability insurance certificate (meeting these requirements)
• Register as a contractor with Iowa Workforce Development: Home Page - IWD (iowa.gov)
• Request permits online through the Action Center (plans may be emailed to engineering@fortdodgeiowa.org)
• Pay the permit fee of $35 per request plus length charge, if applicable. 

NOTE: Homeowners are allowed to repair/replace their own public sidewalk only (not include ADA ramps). A permit is required. Any other work must be performed by a registered contractor.

Failure to submit a permit request prior to beginning work will result in the permit fee being doubled.

Right of Way Obstruction Information:

All persons placing an obstruction must:

• Provide a copy of a $1,000,000 liability insurance certificate (meeting these requirements) to the City Engineer's Office
• Request permits online through the Action Center 
• Pay the permit fee of $35 per request 

Failure to submit a permit request prior to placing an obstruction will result in the permit fee being doubled.


Purpose:
The purpose of this chapter is to better address ROW excavations and obstructions. This ordinance will also implement the use of a standard bond form and submission of mapping data. The chapter identifies the requirements and regulations for working in the public right-of-way (ROW). As the installation of telecommunications becomes more prevalent, an update to the ordinance is needed.

A permit is required for, but not limited to, the following:

• Sidewalk Construction
• Driveway Construction
• Curb and Gutter Opening
• Sewer Service Repair or Connection
• Water Service Repair or Connection
• Storm Service Repair or Connection
• Trenching
• Placement of any Obstruction (dumpster, mailbox, etc)

Right of Way Excavation Permit  FAQ's Click Here!
          

Inspections

• Inspections are required for all work unless waived by the Engineer.
• Contact the Engineering Department for inspections, 515-576-4551 ext 1236.
• Allow 1 working days notice. Inspections are required prior to placing concrete, when forms are set.
• Additional requirements may be prescribed in the permit. 

All work requiring a permit shall conform to the Iowa Statewide Urban Design and Specifications. (SUDAS)

 Traffic Control Guidelines

1. In general all traffic control shall comply with the most current edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
2. Traffic control on 5th Avenue South, 15th Street, and Business US 169 shall comply with the Iowa Department of Transportation Standard Road Plans for Traffic Control.
3. Flashing lights shall be mounted on barricades for all overnight closures.
4. 48 hour notice to the Engineering Department is required for any street or lane closures

GIS Data from the City of Fort Dodge's Geographic Information System

Maps available at this time are Public Access Maps listed below.  These maps have been created as Adobe Acrobat, PDF extension files.

Please take advantage of these maps, or access the Webster County, Iowa Assessor's office through the provided link.         

GIS - Public Access PDF Maps

Many of these files will be quite large, please be patient with this download. 

Fort Dodge City Street Map
Fort Dodge City Federal Classification Street Map
Fort Dodge City Snow Route Map
Fort Dodge Truck Route Map
Fort Dodge Ward & Precinct Map
Fort Dodge 2011 Air Photo
Fort Dodge 2008 Air Photo
Fort Dodge 2007 Traffic Count Map
State of Iowa Map

Fort Dodge City Utilities

Note: All utility data location maps must be requested from the City of Fort Dodge, in person.  These maps represent reference locations are not to be used for the purpose of engineering or site design and development.

Use the links below to learn about the EEO complaint process (for both complainants and defendants) and download a form for filing a complaint.

Complaint Form


Human Rights & EEO Complaint Process


Human Rights & EEO FAQ's

This division consists of one Animal Control Officer--a contracted person who responds to animal control issues.

• Pet owners are required to register their cat or dog at the City Clerk's Office, 819 1^st Ave. South, 515-576-4551.
• All pets must be on a leash when not in an enclosed yard or a fenced in area.
• Nuisance laws are also in place to curb unreasonable barking and to help promote sanitary pet-keeping. 
• Pets must be vaccinated for rabies. If your pet bites someone, the bite must be reported to Animal Control at 515-573-2323 or 911 in case of emergency.

For more information, please refer to the City of Fort Dodge Animal Protection & Control Ordinance.

To reach the Animal Control Officer, call the Webster County Telecommunication Center at 515-573-2323 or 911 in case of emergency.

Are you new to town? Or have you been a resident and are moving to a new property? Complete the Residential application to set up or transfer utility services with the City of Fort Dodge. To begin the application process, please contact us at (515) 573-7156 before submitting your application.

Residential Utility Application

Headed south for the winter? Taking an extended vacation? If you’re going to be gone for 90 days or more, put your water service on hold. Complete the Snowbird Billing Request Form and return it to Utility Billing.

Snowbird Billing Request Form

Hey businesses! Need to set up water service with the City of Fort Dodge? Moving to a new location and need water there? Complete the Commercial Application below to set up your commercial water account. To begin the application process, please contact us at (515) 573-7156 before submitting your application.

Commercial Service Application

Tired of trying to remember to pay your bill each month? Take the pain out of bill pay and sign up for ACH payments. Complete the form below and we’ll withdraw your payment each month on the due date. Never worry about a late payment again!

Authorization Agreement for Pre-Authorized Payments

ALL FORMS SHOULD BE LEGIBLE AND RETURNED TO UTILITY BILLING EITHER BY MAIL, SECURE EMAIL OR DROP BOX BEHIND CITY HALL. PLEASE RETURN WITH ANY SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED. INCOMPLETE FORMS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.

• Federal Aviation Administration
• Iowa Department of Transportation

Anyone wishing to apply for this commission may contact the Airport Office at 573-3881 or print off an application form from the "Links" tab above.

• Building Permits - general remodel, siding, windows, roofing (only registered contractors or homeowners may complete)
• New Construction plan review requirement-1 hard copies & 1 digital (must include electrical/plumbing/mechanical)
• Sign Permits (only licensed sign erectors may complete)
• Electrical Permit
• Plumbing Permit
• Mechanical Permit
• Water Treatment Permits
• Zoning Ordinance
• Zoning Map
• *Building Permit Fee Schedule*
• Building Permit - New Homes/New Commercial Structure - ONLY (only registered contractors may complete)

CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION FORMS:

NEW REGISTRATION FORMS FOR PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL - 10/1/2024

• Building Contractor Registration Form
• Mechanical Contractor Registration Form
• Plumbing Contractor Registration Form
• Electrical Contractor Registration Form
• Demolition Contractor Registration

CODE SECTIONS:

• Roofing and Siding 2015 Code Regulations
• Egress Windows Regulations
• Smoke Detector Regulations - CHANGES COMING 07012022
• Fencing Regulations
• Stairs - tread/risers
• Fall Protection - railings
• Carbon Monoxide Protectors
• Swimming Pools
• ADA Grab Bars - Restrooms
• ADA Signage
• Guard Rail Requirements For Raised Walkways

Welcome to the City of Fort Dodge. Our City Treasurer's office can assist you with licenses and permits related to construction.  The City Clerk's office can assist you with cigarette permits and beer & liquor license applications. Forms and applications are available by clicking the Document Center link in the bottom right corner of this page.  If you need assistance or additional forms, please contact us at 515-576-4551.

Here you'll find links to all union-City of Fort Dodge collective bargaining agreements. Fringe benefits offered to non-unionized City employees can be found in the City of Fort Dodge Employee Handbook. 

AFSCME IA C61 LOCAL 2932

AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement 7-1-2023 thru 6-30-2026 & Holiday MOU 

FORT DODGE FIREFIGHTERS' ASSOCIATION

Fire-EMS Collective Bargaining Agreement 7-1-2022 thru 6-30-2025 

EMS Overnight Shift & Standby Pilot Project MOU 3-28-2022

PUBLIC PROFESSIONAL & MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEES LOCAL UNION 2003, IUPAT

Police Collective Bargaining Agreement 7-1-2022 thru 6-30-2027

To view your violation and to make a payment:

Pay online: Visit www.viewcitation.com
Pay by mail: Checks and Money Orders made payable to the City of Fort Dodge. Detach and send remittance slip along with payment.
Pay by phone: 1-844-397-3111. M-Th (7:00 am - 7:00 pm) F (7:00 am - 5:00 pm) CST. Visa, Discover and Mastercard are
accepted.
*A credit card convenience fee will be added when paying online or over the phone (3.5% plus 50 cents per transaction).
Payments will NOT be accepted at the Fort Dodge Police Department or at Fort Dodge City Hall. DO NOT send cash.

For more information, see Chapter 10.60 of the City of Fort Dodge Code.

What is considered a rental unit?

As defined in Ordinance No. 2102, "the term 'rental unit' shall be any dwelling unit not occupied by a record titleholder." 

This definition simply means that if the property is occupied by someone whose name is not on the property records, which have

been recorded with the Webster County Recorder, the unit is considered a rental property and must be registered and inspected per Ordinance No. 2079, this includes family members.

The board meets the month of December of each even numbered year. Five members serve 4 year terms. Council members appoint from their ward with the City Council approval. Three at-large Council members appoint the at-large member with the City Council approval.

Specific Powers and Duties:
Prescribe reasonable compensation of the Council members and Mayor giving due regard to the duties and responsibilities of each Council member and Mayor.

Anyone wishing to apply for this commission may contact the Clerks Office at 576-4551 ext 1212 or print off an application form located under the related pages tab.

Collector Line Program

The City Council adopted the City of Fort Dodge's Collector Line Program for Sump Pump Lines on March 28, 2011. Click here for more information and to see if you qualify. Please email engineering@fortdodgeiowa.org or call 515-576-4551 x1236 with any questions.

The Sump Pump Collector Line Program is an incentive program initiated to help the City of Fort Dodge and its citizens alleviate the amount of sump pump water being discharged onto the streets, sidewalks, and other nuisance causing areas. Under this program, where storm sewers are available, the discharge of clean sump water can be diverted from the street and other surfaces to pipes installed between the curb and sidewalk.

NOTE: It is a violation of City Code to discharge a sump pump across or over a public right of way sidewalk or crosswalk. 

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division coordinates emergency medical response services for the community. 

Fort Dodge Fire Rescue provides Paramedic-level ambulance transport services.  All Fort Dodge Firefighters are cross-trained as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs).  In addition, we have several highly-trained Paramedics on staff who respond to emergencies in either a paramedic-level ambulance or a paramedic engine company.

Fort Dodge Fire Rescue does our own EMS Billing. 

How To Pay Your EMS Bill:

Follow Link to Below, https://otc.cdc.nicusa.com/Public2.aspx?portal=iowa&organization=City%20of%20Fort%20Dodge 

Ensure you select the F) Misc circled in Yellow and Input your Invoice Number by the Blue.

City of Fort Dodge

Census Population:

          Census Year:                       Population:

          1980                                     29,423

          1990                                     25,894

          2000                                     25,136

          2010                                     25,206

        Area within City Limits:                                    16.31        Square Miles

The City of Fort Dodge offers a wide variety of benefits to employees to include vacation, sick, and holiday pay, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, retirement insurance, and more!

Health Insurance

Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Register online for access to a variety of healthcare tools and information!)

Employee Benefits at a Glance 7/1/2024

Please remember with the IGHCP partial self funding arrangement insurance claims will first process through Wellmark and then through EBS to our lower plan limits.   

Summary Plan Description (SPD)

IGHCP Plan A (HDHP) Summary of Benefits & Coverage

City Plan A (HDHP) Summary of Benefits & Coverage

IGHCP Plan B Summary of Benefits & Coverage

City Plan B Summary of Benefits & Coverage

IGHCP Plan A (HDHP) Coverage Manual

IGHCP Plan B Coverage Manual

For a list of all drugs covered under the plan, please view the Blue Rx Complete Formulary.

Click HERE for a list of drugs that require prior authorization.

Drugs not included in this list shall be considered non-formulary and are NOT COVERED. In some instances, Wellmark will consider coverage exceptions. Coverage of non-formulary drugs may be requested by the health professional through an exception request for a non-formulary prescription drug. Generally, the following guidelines must be documented in order for an exception to be granted:

• All covered formulary drugs on any tier will be ineffective; OR
• All covered formulary drugs on any tier have been ineffective; OR
• All covered formulary drugs on any tier would not be as effective as the non-formulary drug; OR
• All covered formulary drugs would have adverse effects

Health Insurance 101: Where do my premium dollars go?

How to pull your "Year-to-Date Spend" report

How to pull your wellness benefit information

EBS Gateway Claims Portal - Easy steps for online access!

• Member PHI Release Form

Wellness Benefit Verification Form

Flexible Spending Accounts

FSA Flyer

FSA Enrollment Form

FSA Change Form

FSA Request for Reimbursement (FSA & DCFSA)

FSA Eligible Expenses

EBS Online Portal & Mobile App Information

Health Saving Accounts

HSA Election Change Form

Changes to your HSA must be received by 5:00 pm on the last Monday of March, June, September or December to be effective for the following quarter.

Please contact Two Rivers Bank directly for changes to anything other than elections. You can call them at (888) 226-6063 between 8am – 5pm CST Monday thru Friday, and 8:30am – 12noon CST on Saturday; chat securely with them online from 8am – 5pm Monday thru Friday or 9am-noon on Saturday; or via secure messaging by logging into your Two Rivers Bank online account, selecting support and choosing the appropriate form to submit or create a support request.

Zelis Payment Enrollment Instructions

HSA Eligible Expenses

IRS Publication 502 Eligible Expenses

Changes to HSA Eligible Expenses under the CARES Act

Dental Insurance

Delta Dental COVID-19 Update 3/23/2020

Find a Provider

Delta Dental of Iowa Manual 

Delta Dental Benefits Summary

Delta Dental Change Form

Vision Care Discount Program

Vision Insurance *100% Voluntary*

Find a Provider

Avesis Vision Benefits Summary

Avesis Vision Change Form

Life Insurance

The Standard Benefit Highlight Sheet - Class 1

The Standard Benefit Highlight Sheet - Class 2

The Standard Benefit Highlight Sheet - Class 3

The Standard Enrollment and Change Form

Retirement

457 Deferred Compensation Plans Contribution Change Form

Contact Human Resources for copies of the Retirement Health Savings Account forms.

Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)

IPERS Contribution Rates

Understanding IPERS

MFPRSI

Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa (MFPRSI)

MFPRSI Contribution Rates

MFPRSI Name/Address Change Form

MFPRSI Beneficiary Form

my Social Security

My Social Security Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Benefit Summary

EFR Mobile App

Miscellaneous

Provider Flyer

MyIDCare Services

Wellmark Calls

Healthcare While Traveling

The commission meets the first Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Seven members serve 2 year terms and are appointed by the Mayor with approval from the City Council.

MISSION: To secure for all individuals within the City of Fort Dodge freedom from discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age or mental or physical disability in connection with employment, public accommodations, housing, and credit, and thereby to protect the personal dignity of these individuals to insure their full productive capacities, to preserve the public safety, health, and general welfare, and to promote the interests, rights, and privileges of individual citizens in Fort Dodge.

Discrimination is prohibited in the following five areas:

Race, Color, Religion, Creed, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age (in employment and credit), Physical Disability, Mental Disability (in housing, employment, education, and public accommodation).  Familial Status (the presence of children; in housing and credit) and Marital Status (credit).

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The Fort Dodge Human Rights Commission is not associated with the Department of Human Services. If you have general questions relating to assistance provided by DHS, please contact Webster County Human Services at (515) 955-6353. Links to other community resources can be found here.

If you have a complaint about your living conditions, and you are currently living in the rental property, please print out the Citizen's Rental Housing Complaint Form.  You will need to write down whatever you believe to be in violation, sign it, and bring it into our office, 2nd Floor of the Municipal Building, 819 1st Avenue South, Fort Dodge, Iowa.  We must have a current telephone number or speak with you in person.  Please call our office at (515) 576-4551, ext. 1252 with any questions.

Housing Complaints

The Rental Housing Inspection Division has a process for handling all rental housing complaints filed by tenants.  The tenant, who must currently be living in the rental unit must stop by our office and fill out a housing complaint form.  Our office is located at 819 1st Avenue South.  Please call and set an appointment first.

An informal inspection may be performed, based upon the 2015 International Property Maintenance Code.  The property owner is then notified of any violations that exist.  After a reasonable time, the property is re-inspected to assure that the violation(s) have been corrected.

The Rental Housing Inspection Division does not involve itself with either tenant or landlord complaints outside of the International Property Maintenance Code.

Community Camera Program

Do you currently utilize private video surveillance at your home or business? If you do, we'd like to hear from you.

Video surveillance is one of the best methods for apprehending criminals and convicting suspects who are caught in the act of committing a crime. Installing video surveillance is a great example of community-police partnerships and is something we highly value as a police agency serving our community.

How Does it Work?

The Fort Dodge Police Department is committed to our partnership with the residents and business owners in our community. Many business owners and residents currently operate surveillance systems at their businesses and/or homes. As crimes occur nearby, they are not always aware that their system may have captured information that could help solve the crime, thus keeping our community safer. In turn, the police are also not always aware who may have this potentially vital information.

The Police Department is asking residents and businesses across the city to register their privately owned surveillance camera systems. As we respond to criminal incidents, we may be able to use the information or footage gathered from the security cameras to assist in the apprehension and prosecution of the criminals involved.

What are the Benefits of Registering your Camera?

By registering your camera with us, the Department can quickly identify nearby cameras that may have captured criminal activity. After registering your camera, you would only be contacted by the Fort Dodge Police Department if there is a criminal incident in the vicinity of your security camera. Police personnel, if necessary, may request to view your camera footage in order to assist in the investigation. Help us make Fort Dodge an undesirable place for criminals to commit crime and help keep your entire community safe!

Registration

If you would like to tell us that you have video surveillance and allow Officers to contact you should a crime occur in or near where your cameras are installed, we kindly ask that you let us know by submitting your registration form:

Click here to submit your registration online.

Click here to download and print a registration form.

Completed applications can be emailed to fdpd@fortdodgeiowa.org or brought or mailed to:

Fort Dodge Police Department

702 1st Ave. S.

Fort Dodge, IA  50501

Information provided to the Fort Dodge Police Department regarding your camera systems will be for official use only. The personal information that you share with the department will remain confidential as your registration in the Community Camera Program is a confidential record pursuant to Iowa Code 22.7(18).

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the department have access to my cameras remotely or be able to view the footage without my knowledge?

                No, Officers can only view the footage once a citizen has viewed it and chosen to share it with officers.

 Will the department use or share my personal information for anything besides requesting footage?

                No, The department will only contact you about your cameras if a crime or incident being investigated occurred near you. Your information will remain confidential.

Am I obligated to sign up for the program or turn over my footage? Do I have to pay a fee to sign up?

                The program is 100% free and voluntary, you are not obligated to release footage, even if you sign up for the program. If at any time you decide to no longer be part of the program you can contact the department and your information will be removed from the program.

Fort Dodge Flight Support, Inc.

Eric Amundson, President

Full Service & Self Service Fueling (Phillips 100LL-JetA) - Maintenance - Deicing

Catering - Courtesy Vehicle - Aviation Supplies - Hangar Rental

Aircraft Instruction - Aircraft Rental

 

1639 Nelson Avenue, Suite 4

Fort Dodge, IA 50501

515-955-3434

 

Fort Dodge Flight Support, Inc. provides 24-hour fueling with prior request! (515-955-3434).

Airport Layout Drawing As of: 10/14/2014

• Lat. 42-33-05 Long. 94-11-33
• Elevation 1157 ft
• Fort Dodge Regional Airport
• Manager: Rhonda Chambers
• Operator: Fort Dodge Flight Support
• Hours Attended: 0730-1800 lcl
• Fuel: 100 LL, Jet A - Full Service & 24-hr Self Fueling
• Airport Beacon: Yes
• Pilot Controlled Lighting - 3 Clicks-Low, 5 Clicks-Medium, 7 Clicks-High

Welcome! An official copy of any City Council Resolution passed by the City Council of the City of Fort Dodge is on file at the office of the City Clerk and is certified as to its adoption and effective date. Please email Dawn at dsiebken@fortdodgeiowa.org for public documents not found on our website. You can also search for the Council portal for current City Council agendas.

The Department provides a variety of public education services.  To request a fire safety tour, please call the fire station at (515) 576-1031.

Visit Sparky's Firehouse! 

You can visit Sparky the Fire Dog at Sparky's Firehouse by clicking here.

Injury Prevention:

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has resources for children's injury prevention that are available by clicking here.

Sesame Street Color and Learn:

Sesame Street has partnered with the U.S. Fire Administration to produce a Color and Learn book available here.

Close Your Door:

Did you know that simply closing your bedroom door can save your life?  Get more information and sign the Fire Safety Pledge by clicking here.

Electrical Safety:

The organization saveonenergy.com has provided electrical safety resources for children that are available by clicking here.

Aerial imagery of the city has been taken over the years.

2011 Color Air Photography

2011          Color Air Photography, digital format

2009         Color Air Photography, digital format

2008         Color Air Photography, digital format

2004           Color Air Photography, digital format

1997                  B & W Air Photography, digital format

1990                  B & W Air Photography, 1" = 200' scale, paper copy*

1974                  B & W Air Photography, 1" = 200' scale, paper copy*

1967                  B & W Air Photography, 1" = 200' scale, paper copy*

*- These images can be scanned and rectified with existing GIS data to create a custom hard copy product.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the City of Fort Dodge will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. The City of Fort Dodge does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention to hire and promote the best qualified candidates measured against the requirements of the job. It is also the intention of the City of Fort Dodge to comply with equal opportunity laws and provisions and to establish an Affirmative Action Plan to accomplish the goals of hiring and promoting to address “areas of concern”.

A copy of the 2017-2018 Affirmative Action Plan can be found here.

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• The number of participants registered from each elementary school
• The number of coaches available for each school
• The summer league will be mixed.

NEW! Participation Numbers Limited to Amount of Volunteer Coaches Available

Volunteer Coaching can be nothing short of awarding and fun! With, it also takes some time and effort to provide good quality recreation guidance and opportunities to our youth! Beginning in May of 2024 we will be implementing a limited number of enrollments to ensure we have enough quality volunteer coaches available to cover the number of teams we have. This will be broken down in the format below:

Each league division (grade/age level) will have a set number of spots open pending each sport we offer. These would be for our core sports (Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Wiffleball, Tball, Softball, Baseball):

Spring/Summer Leagues       40                   

Fall Leagues                            36                   

Winter Leagues                      32                   

Once the spots are full, we will open additional spots pending the commitment of a volunteer coach. For example, if all 40 spots are filled for spring/summer leagues and a volunteer emails us to coach, an additional 8-10 spots will open.

If there are under 30 participants, we will not offer league-style play. Rather, it will be either weekly skills camps/scrimmages or a 1–3-day skills camp.

Head coaching incentive-

At the conclusion of the season you will be refunded to your parks and recreation account the full league fee. This is the coach that leads the team, does the team communication, and attends all meeting times.

Downtown parking is monitored by our Community Service Officer. On-street parking is timed, with the spaces allowing for two-hour parking. 

Effective January 1, 2023, the City of Fort Dodge will be rolling out the new paperless parking permits for Downtown city lots. Users will be able to choose from several options:

Downtown Public Parking Map

Parking fines are set at $15.00.

Parking tickets may be appealed within 10 days of the date that the ticket was issued. If your appeal is denied and you wish to further appeal the ticket, you may do so through the court system. You must file the appeal within 10 days of receiving the ticket.  Appeal forms can be obtained at the Fort Dodge Treasurer's Office, the Fort Dodge Police Department, or by clicking here.

For more information on snow routes, click the image below or visit the Public Works page.

Snow Route Map:

The inspection forms actually used by our inspectors can be found above.  Please call our office at (515)576-4551, ext 1252 with any questions.

What do we look for when we inspect?

The rental inspections are performed as per the currently adopted 2015 International Property maintenance Code.  Copies of this code may be purchased through the City
Clerk's Office or from the International Code council's website at www.iccsafe.org.

As the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Fort Dodge is our number one priority, the following list is intended to be a helpful guide as to what the rental inspector looks
at/for during a rental housing inspection.  This list is intended to be a general guide, and is not all-inclusive.  Click here for full information.

• There must be operable smoke alarms, with batteries, on every floor, including the basement level, inside every bedroom, and outside of every bedroom area.
• Windows less than six (6) feet off the ground must have window locks.
• Deadbolt locks must be installed on all doors accessing the unit.  All locks must be operable from inside the dwelling without the use of special any knowledge or keys.
• All electrical panels must be fused properly.
• Heaters and furnaces must have proper gas shut-off and be properly exhausted
• All stairs with four (4) or more risers must have handrails and/or guardrails.
• Kitchen and restroom fixtures must have proper water pressure and no leaks.
• There may be no broken windows ore doors.
• There must be rescue or escape windows (also known as egress windows) in all sleeping rooms.
• The property must be free of rubbish and garbage both inside and outside the residence.  No yard waste or debris is allowed to be present in the yard.
• The property must be structurally sound and the overall safety of the property is of utmost importance.
• Carbon monoxide detectors must be on every level and outside of each sleeping room.

JUNK DAYS ON DEMAND HAS ENDED FOR 2024. WATCH FOR AN ANNOUNCEMENT IN LATE APRIL/EARLY MAY 2025 REGARDING THE UPCOMING SEASON!