2026 Waukee State of the City Address

The City of Waukee held its 2026 State of the City Address on April 3, 2026, where Mayor Courtney Clark and city department leaders highlighted key accomplishments and upcoming projects. Significant procurement and capital improvement discussions included the opening of a new Public Safety Building, expansion of parks and recreation facilities funded through local option sales tax, and major infrastructure projects such as the multi-phase University Avenue improvements and Alice's Road expansion. The city also completed the sale of its gas utility, repositioning staff into a new infrastructure services division to maintain roads and utilities. Future initiatives include downtown street and parking enhancements, affordable housing development with Habitat for Humanity, and a comprehensive parks and recreation plan to guide growth over the next 10-15 years. The city emphasized long-term strategic planning, multi-year budgeting, and regional partnerships to support sustainable growth and infrastructure investment. The mayor also announced a new "City Explained" program to increase resident engagement and transparency around city operations and budgeting. Overall, the meeting focused on prudent fiscal management, infrastructure development, and community services to support Waukee's continued growth and quality of life.