This Is Not a Government Office or Records Custodian. We operate a private reference site. We cannot pull records, certify copies, confirm who lives at an address, or remove anyone from a roll or database. Those requests go to the office that holds the record. For emergencies, dial 911. If you believe you are being stalked or harassed, contact local police.
Where to Send Record Questions
Use these Ames routes to reach the page or custodian that matches the request:
- Who owns or lives along a street: see the Ames street directory
- Old directory volumes and past residents: see the Ames city directory collections
- Finding or verifying one person: see the Ames resident lookup walkthrough
- The offices behind the rolls: see Ames resident records offices
- Records not available online: file a request under Iowa Open Records Law with the custodian office named on the relevant page
City public records: Ames City Clerk, City Hall, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010; (515) 239-5105; Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For county deeds and vital records, contact the Story County Recorder at (515) 382-7230.