• Local Option Sales & Service Tax

    Learn about the Local Option Sales & Service Tax (LOSST) proposed for the City of Des Moines.

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  • Des Moines Civil & Human Rights Symposium

    The 33rd Annual Des Moines Civil and Human Rights Symposium is March 20, 2019! Register now for a day packed with interactive workshops to address economic, social, political, and judicial progress.

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  • 2019 Pet Licenses

    Beginning on Monday, November 26th, pet licenses and dog park permits for 2019 will be available at the City Clerk's Office

    Questions? Please contact the City Clerk 283-4209.

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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 Festival and Event City

    DSM has been designated a “World Festival and Event City” by the International Festivals and Events Association.

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Park and Ride Operation

 

Center Street Park & Ride Parking Garage, 1st & 2nd Hours -- $1.50/Hour. Additional Hours $.50/Hour

830 - 6th Ave, 904 Vehicle capacity 12 Hour Max. - $5.00 / 24 Hour Max. - $6.00, Floater - $63/Month

Preferred - $75/Month, Event Parking - $5.00 to $10.00 (Pre-Pay)

Access to the LINK Shuttle

LINK Shuttle Route Information:  LINK Shuttle Route Operates Mon.-Fri. 5:30am to 6:30pm

 

Childtime Learning Center

Childtime Learning Center: 610 Center Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 (515) 243-4366 or

(877) 624-2602, Director: Amy Hutt 1701@childtime.com

 

City of Des Moines Municipal Parking Garages are managed by ABM Parking Services. ABM can be reached at (515) 243-8442 or DSM-Parking@abm.com   

 

 

For answers on how to Participate in any of the Park and Ride Programs:

Please contact ABM Parking Services, the contracted operator of the Center St. Park & Ride, at (515) 243-8442 or,

The City of Des Moines Traffic & Transportation Division at (515) 283-4973.