City of Des Moines
Recent News About City of Des Moines
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City Schedule for Memorial Day
In observation of the Memorial Day holiday, Des Moines City Administration Buildings will be closed on Monday, May 30 and reopen to the public on Tuesday, May 31.
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O'Donnell Ace Hardware to give away American flags
O'Donnell Ace Hardware will give away free American flags on Saturday, May 28 to honor the Memorial Day holiday.
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Polk City Parks Commission Meeting on June 6
The Parks Commission Meetings are held the first Monday of each month at the City Hall Council Chambers unless otherwise posted.
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Des Moines Residents have one more chance to pick up free tiny tees
A steady stream of cars filled the lot at Polk County River Place on Saturday as the City of Des Moines Public Works Department gave away thousands of free tiny trees to Des Moines residents.
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Mitzi Bolaños Anderson Starts as Des Moines Civil and Human Rights Director
The City of Des Moines announced today the hiring of Mitzi Bolaños Anderson as director of the Civil and Human Rights Department.
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Citizens Academy Fall 2022
The Citizens Academy is returning to Polk City in the Fall of 2022.
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Des Moines Parks and Recreation named Finalist for the 2022 National Gold Medal Awards in Parks and Recreation Management
The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA), in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), is pleased to announce Des Moines Parks and Recreation as a finalist for the 2022 National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management.
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Des Moines Eases Accessory Housing Requirements
As part of a strategy to increase affordable housing opportunities, Des Moines City Council has approved changes to zoning code that makes it easier for homeowners to develop accessory household units (AHUs).
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City of Polk City Council Meeting on May 23
City Council Meetings are held the second and forth Mondays of each month at the City Hall Council Chambers unless otherwise posted.
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City Implements Geese Management Plan
Safety concerns in City parks, on municipal golf courses, recreation trails and stormwater retention ponds have prompted the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department to implement for the first time a Canada geese management plan.
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Forestry Division Marks Arbor Day with White Oak Planting
Reduced carbon emissions. Increased stormwater absorption. Lower heating and cooling costs.
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DMFD Dives Into Swift Water Rescue Training
The sun wasn't shining, but the Des Moines River near the Saylorville Spillway was busy last week as members of the Des Moines Fire Department's Water Rescue Team completed a three-day swift water rescue training course.
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Polk City Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on May 16
The Planning & Zoning Commission Meetings are held the third Monday of each month at the City Hall Council Chambers unless otherwise posted.
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The City Reopens 2nd Avenue Bridge to Traffic
The 2nd Avenue and Birdland Bridges will be back open for commuters early this afternoon.
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Día del Niño is tomorrow!
(Español abajo) Día del Niño is tomorrow!
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Now Hiring: Human Resources Business Partner
Now Hiring: Human Resources Business Partner
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Des Moines Police is partnering with Can Play to bring flag football to Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center
Summer sports alert: Des Moines Police is partnering with Can Play to bring flag football to Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center for 1st - 6th graders on Thursday evenings from May 12 - June 23.
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The LGBTQ Advisory Council, a subcommittee of the Civil & Human Rights Commission, is hosting a community dialogue May 4th
The LGBTQ Advisory Council, a subcommittee of the Civil & Human Rights Commission, is hosting a community dialogue at the South Side Library in Des Moines on Wednesday, May 4 at 6:00 PM.
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Heads up: Applications for the Iowa Hero Academy close this week.
Heads up: Applications for the Iowa Hero Academy close this week.
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City of Des Moines Plan and Zoning Commission Meeting May 7th
Meeting Help at the City's Municipal Service Center at 1551 East Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway