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Des Moines Public Works Director Recognized Nationally as Top Ten Leader

By Des Moines Sun Report | May 23, 2023

Department of Public Works Director Jonathan Gano has been recognized by the American Public Works Association (APWA) as a 2023 Top Ten Public Works Leader.

Des Moines Residents Have Another Chance to Pick Up Free Tiny Trees

By Des Moines Sun Report | May 19, 2023

Hundreds of Des Moines residents cycled through Polk County River Place last Saturday as the City of Des Moines Public Works Department gave away thousands of free Tiny Trees.

Free Tiny Trees Pickup for Des Moines Residents This Saturday

By Des Moines Sun Report | May 18, 2023

Des Moines residents can take part in growing the City's urban tree canopy by picking up five free Tiny Trees this Saturday, May 13, at Polk County River Place.

Meet Yahtzee, Dmfd’s Newest and Cutest Fire Investigator

By Des Moines Sun Report | May 17, 2023

The Des Moines Fire Department has a new fire investigator on the job sniffing out the source of fires.

Parks and Recreation Offers New Notable Women of Early Des Moines Cemetery Tour

By Des Moines Sun Report | May 16, 2023

Des Moines’ history and culture was shaped by its pioneer women.

New Study of Court Avenue; Recommendations for Improvement

By Des Moines Sun Report | May 15, 2023

The Des Moines City Council on Monday will review a new, extensive assessment of the social economy and growth opportunities for the downtown Historic Court District. The Responsible Hospitality Institute (RHI) prepared the report on behalf of the Polk County Board of Supervisors, Operation Downtown and the City of Des Moines and will present it during a Council work session at 7:30 a.m. Monday, May 8 in City Hall.

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Windsor Heights City Council approves expenditures for upcoming community events

By Des Moines Sun Report | Apr 16, 2023

The Windsor Heights City Council is opening its checkbook to pay for fireworks for the annual fall festival and sponsorship for the Windsor Heights Foundation.

West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce updates City Council on area promotion efforts

By Des Moines Sun Report | Apr 16, 2023

During its April 3 meeting, the West Des Moines City Council received an update from the Chamber of Commerce outlining efforts to promote the city and drive business growth.

Pleasant Hill City Council discusses traffic improvement plans

By Des Moines Sun Report | Mar 31, 2023

The Pleasant Hill City Council recently discussed future traffic improvement plans.

Waukee City Council approves $88,000 to extend the Heart of the Warrior trail

By Des Moines Sun Report | Mar 27, 2023

The Waukee City Council recently approved a long-awaited project to extend the Heart of the Warrior Trail.

Windsor Heights council receives update on efforts to make the community 'alive to culture'

By Des Moines Sun Report | Mar 27, 2023

The Windsor Heights city council recently received a presentation from the Bravo Des Moines community arts and culture organization.

Windsor Heights City Council considers raising the chicken-per-yard limit for residents

By Des Moines Sun Report | Feb 28, 2023

The Windsor Heights City Council discussed potentially raising the current chicken-per-yard limit in the city during a City Council Meeting on Feb. 6.

Johnston City Council recognizes candidates for U.S. Presidential Scholars program and welcomes a new police officer

By Des Moines Sun Report | Feb 22, 2023

The Johnston City Council gathered on Feb. 6 and recognized four high school students who are candidates for the U.S. Presidential Scholars program, and the council also swore in its newest police officer.

Norwalk's Schwartz on pavement-widening project: 'It will be a fairly extensive project starting at Park Place and continue on'

By Des Moines Sun Report | Jan 29, 2023

The Norwalk City Council recently discussed a pavement widening project within the city.

West Des Moines' Trimble applauds YJI success: 'You're going to have a very successful future, each and every one of you guys'

By Des Moines Sun Report | Jan 29, 2023

During their Jan. 17 City Council meeting, West Des Moines officials welcomed students from the Youth Justice Initiative (YJI) along with program director Jennifer Hahn.

Johnston mayor on accomplishments of high school swimmer: 'This is an incredible list'

By Des Moines Sun Report | Jan 16, 2023

The Johnston City Council recognized one of the young constituents for her accomplishments.

Windsor Heights city attorney on urban renewal plan: 'This document itself does not affect your ability for condemnation'

By Des Moines Sun Report | Jan 11, 2023

The Windsor Heights City Council recently held a public hearing on an urban renewal plan.

Pleasant Hill council moving forward with new subdivision

By Des Moines Sun Report | Jan 10, 2023

Pleasant Hill City Council agreed during a recent meeting to approve resolutions to move forward with the development of acreage in the Arbor Lake subdivision.

Johnston City Council considers fire zoning code changes: 'Our intention is to match the building code to the fire code'

By Des Moines Sun Report | Jan 5, 2023

City Building Official Adam Ostert asked Johnston City Council to consider relief zoning codes for rental properties in the city until fire and building rental codes can be unified.

Dierenfeld lauds Johnston Police Department as city celebrates promotions: 'I think we have the absolute best police department anywhere'