Draft Metropolitan Transportation Plan Available for Public Comment The draft Forward 2045 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) document is available for review and public comment.

Trick-or-Treat Night Planned for Saturday, Oct. 31 The official night for trick-or-treating in Ames is Saturday, Oct. 31. The recommended hours are from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Due to the pandemic and focus on reducing the transmission of the coronavirus, there are several recommended safety precautions for those who choose to participate this year.

Utility Service on South Wilmoth Avenue Begins Tuesday Work to install utility service to new residential lots along the east side of South Wilmoth Avenue will begin Tuesday, Sept. 21, weather permitting.

Raised Median Construction begins Monday on South Grand Avenue Construction of a raised concrete median on South Grand Avenue from South Fourth Street to Squaw Creek Drive will begin Monday, Sept. 21, weather permitting. The City of Ames has contracted with Peterson Contractors Inc. (PCI) to complete this improvement.

Ames City Council to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss Law Enforcement Policies In response to community feedback about local policing, Ames City Manager Steve Schainker will present a report to the Ames City Council providing recommendations to modify policies and practices of the Ames Police Department at special City Council meeting scheduled at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29.

Façade Grant Applications Available for Downtown The City of Ames Planning Division is accepting applications for the Downtown Façade Grant. Businesses and building owners within the Downtown Service Center could qualify for a dollar-for-dollar matching grant of up to $15,000 for façade improvements.

FEMA Individual Assistance Program Available to Story County Residents Story County Emergency Management Agency has announced that residents of Story County have qualified for the FEMA Individual Assistance program as a result of the Aug 10, 2020 derecho.