Senior Recreation Center

Update: Friday, May 29: Urbandale Opening City Facilities

The City of Urbandale is implementing a plan for a soft reopening of its operations and services beginning next week. The City closed all facilities to the public on March 17 as it responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. During the past twelve weeks, the City has operated a virtual City Hall, continuing to provide city services online. We continue to hold City Council and committee meetings virtually, respond to emergency and 911 calls, process permits, pick up garbage, and provide other essential services.

Following guidelines set by the CDC, the Iowa Department of Public Health, and the Governor’s Office, the following changes are in effect:

Parks, playgrounds, and recreation facilities

• All Urbandale playgrounds will reopen on June 1, including the skate park. While visiting any public space, use your best judgment and act responsibly; bring your own sanitation supplies with you and adhere to social distancing guidelines. Playground equipment is not regularly sanitized. 
• Restrooms will reopen on June 1 (drinking fountains will not be turned on).
• Indoor and outdoor shelter and facility rentals are canceled through at least June 14.
• All in-person Parks & Recreation programs are canceled through at least June 14. 
• The Urbandale Indoor Swimming Pool and Senior Recreation Center will remain closed through at least July 6, 2020. A reopening date is still being determined.

Library

• Curbside service is currently available to library patrons. 
• The library will open to the public with restrictions on June 15. 
  • The library will open with limited capacity and limited hours. 
  • A number of online programs for all ages are available, including the annual summer reading program.  All in-person events and programs are canceled until further notice.
  • Curbside service will continue for patrons that may still not be comfortable coming into the building.
  • Check the Library Website for the most up-to-date information.

Special Events

• The Fourth of July parade and carnival are canceled.
• Party in the Park is canceled.
• National Night Out has been postponed to a yet-to-be-determined date. 

All other city buildings will open on June 15 with limited public access. Members of the public who enter city buildings are encouraged to wear masks, and a mask will be provided if you do not have one. Residents, contractors, and the public are encouraged to do business with staff via phone, email, video conference, or the website.