ANKENY – The Ankeny City Council announced that Mike Schrock is the new city manager for the City of Ankeny, effective immediately. Schrock hasOfficial portrait of Mike Schrock showing head and shoulders served as the interim city manager since January and prior to that was the assistant city manager since 2021.
As assistant city manager, Schrock (pictured at top) has played a key role in advancing major city projects, overseeing daily operations, and supporting Ankeny’s continued growth. With more than 20 years of public administration experience, including 12 years as a city manager in Iowa, he brings a strong background in leadership, strategic planning, and community development.
“Mike Schrock has been a steady, trusted leader for our City. During the past year as interim city manager, he demonstrated clear understanding of the Council’s priorities, strong leadership with our staff, and a thoughtful approach to management. I am confident Mike’s experience, integrity, and commitment to this community will serve Ankeny well into the future,” said Mayor Bobbi Bentz.
“I am excited to continue serving the Ankeny community as city manager. Together, with the leadership of the City Council, this past year has allowed our team to refocus and reprioritize our goals to continue to position Ankeny as an attractive place for residents, businesses and visitors,” said City Manager Mike Schrock. “I look forward to leading our team of dedicated employees through the complex challenges of providing services to a rapidly growing and dynamic community.”
Schrock was selected after a nationwide search. The City of Ankeny will begin recruiting for an assistant city manager to fill his former position.