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    We want your feedback! Please take a few minutes to answer our quick survey about Ewing Dog Park. Your input will help us make decisions about possible future facilities.

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  • Des Moines Named One of the Best Cities to Raise a Family

    Des Moines has been ranked as one of the top American cities to raise a family based on great schools, affordable homes, low crime rates, jobs, and parkland.

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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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  • 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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Low Income Assistance
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Des Moines Community Action Agency

The Community Action Agency Division provides services to low-income families in Des Moines through programs such as energy assistance, parks scholarships, personal pantry, and weatherization.

Community Action Agency Site Offices

Property for Sale
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DMMHA Property for Sale

Currently, the DMMHA is in the process of disposing of (selling) our scattered-site, single family units.

DMMHA Housing Programs
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DMMHA Housing Programs

The DMMHA provides rental assistance to qualified low/moderate-income individuals and families through the Public Housing and Section 8 Programs. Additionally, DMMHA administers a self-sufficiency and homeownership program for participants.