waukee city council

Disc Golf Is Alive At Waukee Centennial Park

April 25, 2018 by admin

The spring is in full effect and it’s almost summer! That means the weather is getting warm with sunny, hot vibrant energy! The Waukee Centennial Park in the great City of Waukee has so much to offer and surely is a place you don’t want to miss. Make sure to grab your friends, bring your discs and stop by for some disc golf. In this featured video above, you will see Thomas Wiggins and his friend TJ Hendricks doing what they love to do and discin’ it up! The park contains its city’s popular 9 hole course located on the east side. Tee boxes are the round markings and the baskets are indicated by the arrows. The Waukee Centennial Park is located on the corner of Ashworth Dr. & SE Universite Ave across from the Waukee High School. This is a great opportunity for anyone to get out into the fresh air and enjoy the great outdoors! The park has an amazing atmosphere where you may enjoy picnics, kids playgrounds, sandboxes, music festivals, family events, baseball, other sports and so much more. Don’t waste your time sitting at home and wishing you could be out doing awesome things. Get out with your friends and family to Waukee Centennial Park for some outdoor fun!

FOLLOW & LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

https://www.facebook.com/mywaukee

Little Warriors Came Out Full Force During 2018 Waukee Easter Egg Hunt

April 15, 2018 by admin

On Saturday, March 31, 2018, many families gathered at the Waukee Centennial Park for this year’s ultimate Easter Egg Hunt. It was one of those chilly spring mornings that most of us who were there, will remember forever. Those that didn’t dress in full winter outfits really felt the icy breeze that day. And all I remember thinking was, “but isn’t it spring already?” The mystery behind the seasons baffles me to this day. With the uncontrollable winds hitting us from all directions, we couldn’t feel our cheeks. Some of us couldn’t feel our hands. The children on the other hand were on a mission and the weather could not get to them. It’s like if they were surrounded by their own energy and filled with adrenaline from pure excitement. Even though it was a freezing morning, it did not stop these little warriors from seeing the Easter Bunny at Centennial Park for the 2018 Waukee Easter Egg Hunt. Watch (In the video above) those little smiles fill with happiness as they make their adventures into their young lives!

MyWaukee Magazine had a great time visiting the 2018 Waukee Easter Egg Hunt at the Waukee Centennial Park in the great City of Waukee!

Watch the video above to see some of the best moments we captured. We had the pleasure of taking some pictures as well that we are happy to share with you.

The parents battled through the cold to make sure their kids got to see the Easter Bunny.

With arms wide open, the Easter Bunny was very kind and every child absolutely loved their time spent seeing him.

Another photo of parents with their kids on a hunt to find the Easter Eggs.

Hugs from the Easter Bunny.

Parents and children patiently waiting in line to see the Easter Bunny.

A true basket of happiness for kids of all ages.

“Don’t mind us, we are here to see the Easter Bunny.”

Everybody loves our Waukee Fire Engines and Fire Trucks.

The Waukee Fire Fighters showing their full appreciation and support during the 2018 Waukee Easter Hunt.

For more great stories, videos, and local entertainment:

FOLLOW & LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

https://www.facebook.com/mywaukee

Charlie Bottenberg Appointed to Waukee City Council

January 31, 2017 by admin

Waukee, Iowa — At the January 30th Special Meeting, the Waukee City Council voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Charlie Bottenberg to fill the vacant fifth seat on the at-large council. The seat was vacated by former City Councilman Rick Peterson earlier this month, who stepped down to take a position with the Iowa Economic Development Authority.

Bottenberg, who says he was already planning to run for Waukee City Council in the next election, has resided in Waukee with his wife and three children for more than a decade. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology from Drake University, an MBA from Iowa State University and a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Drake University Law School. He operates a law firm in Waukee. He has also served as Board Chair of the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce and on several non-profit boards in the Waukee area.

“I want to serve because I want to give back to this community like it has given to me,” Bottenberg said. “Waukee is a fantastic place to live, to work and to raise a family. I look forward to adding my thoughts and perspectives to a Council that has already done so much for our City.”

Bottenberg will be sworn in at the Monday, Feb. 6 Regular Meeting, with the term ending December 31, 2017.

From City of Waukee

Waukee City Council Member Rick Peterson Submits Resignation

January 5, 2017 by admin

Waukee City Council Member Rick Peterson announced his resignation from the City Council at the Monday, Jan. 3 regular meeting. Peterson has accepted a position with the Iowa Economic Development Authority, and thus is resigning to avoid any potential conflicts of interest.

“It has been an incredible honor and privilege to serve the residents of Waukee during this time of unprecedented growth for our city,” Peterson said. “I look forward to this next chapter in my professional life, as well as finding other ways to serve my community.”

Peterson took office in January 2014 and has lived in Waukee for seven years. He also was serving as Mayor Pro Tem at the time of his resignation.
“I’m so proud to have been able to serve alongside Rick,” said Waukee Mayor Bill Peard. “He has been a very conscientious Council Member who has shown the passion he has for Waukee through all of his actions.”

At a special meeting planned for Wednesday, Jan. 11, Mayor Peard and Waukee City Council Members will lay out a plan of action for filling the newly vacated seat. Mayor Peard will also appoint a new Mayor Pro Tem.