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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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Snow Removal Information

Residents are responsible to move vehicles off snow routes and neighborhood snow ordinance streets when the snow ordinance is in effect. Subscribe to receive snow ordinance notifications.

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Fire Station #1
City of Des Moines Fire Station No. 1

Central Fire Station #1, located at 900 Mulberry St., will be relocated to new facilities currently under construction. The current fire station property will be available for redevelopment in March-May 2013.

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Visitors
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Welcome to the City of Des Moines

The City of Des Moines is a great place to visit or plan a meeting. Whether you’re interested in cultural events, history, science, music, sports, attractions, or shopping, the whole family is sure to enjoy their visit with endless opportunities for fun.