2015-2019 Strategic Plan Citizen Participation Forum

The public is invited to a forum to discuss the City's 5-Year Strategic Plan

July 22 5:30 to 7:00 PM

Central Library

1000 Grand Avenue

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Re-Discover the Coolest Place in Town: Your Library!

Check out these summer reading events at the Des Moines Public Library

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Des Moines Public Library Summer Reading Programs

Rain Barrel Give-Away

The City of Des Moines is giving residents a chance at winning a Rain Barrel! All you have to do is complete the short online survey to enter for your chance to win. There will be 3 lucky winners announced the week of August 11th. Good luck and thanks for participating. The deadline to complete the survey is August 10th.

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Welcome to the City of Des Moines

A major center for insurance, financial services and publishing, Des Moines has a lot to offer, such as affordable housing, short commute times, a diverse population, and was also recently named one of the best places to live on the Silicon Prairie.

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Spotlight on Des Moines

Gray's Lake Park features the 1,400 foot-long Kruidenier Trail pedestrian bridge and a 1.9 mile trail around the lake. "...Residents can walk, bike, boat or fish -- right in the very heart of downtown," said Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie.

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One of the Best Cities for Jobs

Des Moines ranks #2 on Forbes 2012 list of Best Cities for Jobs.

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Iowa State Capitol

The Iowa State Capitol is among the most beautiful state capitols in the country with its 275-foot, 23-karat gold leafed dome anchoring the east end of downtown Des Moines.

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East Village

Historic East Village is an eclectic neighborhood of restored historic properties, beautiful streetscapes, and urban living at the foot of the State Capitol.

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World Food Prize

Des Moines is home to the World Food Prize the foremost international award recognizing the achievements in advancing human development by improving the quality, quantity or availability of food in the world.

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