Fort Dodge is a community of 26,000 people located in Webster County with a population of 39,000. Located just 90 miles northwest of Des Moines, Fort Dodge is a friendly community nestled in the rolling hills of the Des Moines River Valley. Fort Dodge is the county seat for Webster County & a major commercial center for North Central & Northwest Iowa. We are dedicated to working in partnership with the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance, local businesses, & citizens to enhance our quality of life. Together we have made great strides within our infrastructure, retail, recreational & educational opportunities. We encourage you to dodge the ordinary with us. I-35 to Highway 20 West then 30 minutes to adventure.

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City of Fort Dodge

David Fierke

Ryan R. Maehl Mpa, Cpre

Matt Bemrich

Vickie Reeck

James Vollmer

David Odor

The Community Development team at the City of Fort Dodge spearheads initiatives aimed at improving and enhancing the quality of life in the community. This multidisciplinary team collaborates with local businesses, citizens, and the Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance to develop infrastructure, retail, recreational, and educational opportunities. Their efforts include planning and executing city projects, managing economic development programs, administering grants, and utilizing geographic information systems to support smart development.

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