Ankeny

From the charm of well-established neighborhoods to the amenities of new residential developments, you'll find it all just 15 minutes north of Des Moines in Ankeny. Shopping areas, restaurants, parks, major employers and top-rated schools are less than five minutes away in this thriving community of 36,000 that is home to Des Moines Area Community College the largest community college in the State.

*Folks that have lived here for a long time are aware of the unique benefits of living in Ankeny. A special thanks to the employees dedicated to Producing results, taking Responsibility, acting with Integrity, Dedication and striving for Excellence. Here's what others are saying about Ankeny.

• KaBoom Foundation: Designated Ankeny as one of 31 founding member cities of the Playful City USA initiative for its commitment to promoting play as essential to the healthy development of children.
• The August 2008 issue of Family Circle magazine named Ankeny as one of the Top 10 Best Towns for Families in the United States.
• ACERT selected for a 2008 Governor's Volunteer Award for citizen outreach in preparedness planning. 
• Colorado Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects: 2007 Merit Award for Planning and Urban Design and Land Stewardship award for the Prairie Trail development stormwater guidelines
• Association of Government Accountants: Awarded Ankeny a Certificate of Excellence three years in a row for excellence in service, efforts and accomplishments reporting. 
•  Government Finance Officers Association: Distinguished budget award five consecutive years.
• Iowa Sports Turf Managers Association: Field of the Year award two years in a row for the Prairie Ridge Sports Complex.
• Metro Waste Authority: Awarded Ankeny Sustainability Award for commitment to waste reduction, recycling and environmental stewardship.
• State of Iowa: Designated an Iowa Safe Community.

*courtesty of http://www.ci.ankeny.ia.us