Des Moines Final Push To Count All Iowans Before Census Deadline

The deadline to response to the 2020 Census is Wednesday, Sept. 30.

Curbside Collection Complete In Des Moines

If residents still have storm debris to dispose of, the next free SCRUB event is this weekend, Saturday, September 19 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

Nick Schaul Named Des Moines Finance Director

Schaul replaces Bob Fagen who retired in December.

Des Moines Set To Assume Ownership Of Dico Site, Open Door To Potential Development

The Des Moines City Council will address joining the consent decree at their meeting on Monday, September 14.

Curbside Collection Of Storm Debris Nears Completion In Des Moines

"Nearly 70 percent of the City is complete, and we plan to collect the remaining 30 percent this week, or early next week at the latest."

Des Moines City Extends Building Closures To December 1

The buildings were scheduled to reopen on October 1.

Des Moines City Observes Labor Day Holiday

The City will observe the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 7, 2020.

Des Moines Curbside Collection Continues: Updates Residents Should Know

Residents also need to be aware of some changes that have been made to bulk item and appliance collection in the City.

Volunteers Help Clean Up Derecho Debris From Des Moines Parks

City staff have partnered with generous volunteers to help speed up the process and return parks, trails and cemeteries to normal condition.

Volunteers Help Cleanup Derecho Debris From Des Moines Parks

Parks and Recreation staff are recording where large debris has fallen and will return to those areas once the ground is frozen.

Des Moines City Awards $1.1 Million In Coronavirus Relief For Small Businesses

The City of Des Moines earlier this month started issuing checks totaling $1,115,671 to 142 small businesses affected by the coronavirus.

Des Moines City Steps Up With Sidewalk Coronavirus Campaign- Provides Mask Posters For Businesses

Crews started painting the messages and images in the East Village and will turn their efforts next week to the Court Avenue District.

Face Masks Mandatory In Des Moines

Scientific studies have shown that face coverings over the mouth and nose significantly reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

Des Moines Cleanup Effort Goes High Tech

Sticker requirements for collecting yard waste are waived again this week.

Des Moines City Opens Cooling Centers During Heatwave

The centers will be in the meeting room wings of Central Library and East Side Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through August 24-28.

Des Moines Curbside Collections: 431 Loads A Day Drop Off Site Open Saturday

The MWA Compost Center will be open again this Saturday, August 22 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1601 Harriett Street.

Des Moines Local Option Sales Tax Rings Up $38M In First Year

The City of Des Moines received $38 million of revenue in the first year of the Local Option Sales & Service Tax.

Des Moines Local Option Sales Tax Delivers $38M In First Year

The figures are consistent with initial estimates and were publicly released this week in an annual report.

Des Moines Pet License Deadline Approaching

August 31 is the deadline to purchase City of Des Moines dog and cat licenses without incurring a $50 per animal late fee.

Nonprofit Grant Deadline Upcoming

Foundation to award $80,000 in nonprofit grants

Des Moines Council To Consider Amending Procedural Rules

The City Council this afternoon will consider amending its procedural rules.

Des Moines City Opens Compost Center Additional Day

The MWA Compost Center (1601 Harriett Street) will be open again Saturday, August 22 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m.

Des Moines City Curbside Debris Collection Begins Monday

The City of Des Moines Public Works Department will begin curbside collection of storm-related tree debris starting Monday, August 17.

Des Moines City Curbside Collection Begins August 17

The City of Des Moines Public Works Department will begin curbside collection of storm-related tree debris starting Monday, August 17.

Des Moines City To Open Cooling Centers To Residents Without Power

The centers will be in the meeting room wings of Central Library and East Side Library from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Des Moines City Hands Out Masks Stresses Need For Coronavirus Protection

The City of Des Moines has initiated a safety campaign to provide free face coverings to residents who need them.

Des Moines Fire Alarms May Be Disabled Due To Extended Power Outage

Most fire alarm systems are designed with a battery backup of 24 hours.

Des Moines City Tackles Storm Cleanup: What You Need To Know

Public Works Director Jonathan Gano said the guidelines will assist with Citywide curbside collection of tree debris starting on August 17.

Des Moines Storm Aftermath: Helping With The Cleanup

The next step is making it easier for residents to start the cleanup.

Des Moines City Council Meeting To Resume Wednesday August 5

The meeting was recessed and will reconvene Wednesday, August 5 at 9 a.m. with all items remaining on the agenda.

Des Moines Mayor Amends Emergency Coronavirus Proclamation

Events fewer than 250 people will still be required to meet CDC guidelines and have approval from the City Manager.

New Covid-19 Exposure At Greater Des Moines Softball Complex

If you believe you were exposed, you should stay home and self-monitor for symptoms, and follow all CDC guidelines.

Coronavirus Exposure At Greater Des Moines Softball Complex

Touch points such as benches and common areas at the facility are disinfected multiple times daily, as per safety protocol.

Des Moines Nominate Youth Leaders To Join Policy And Practice Review Committee

Nominations must be submitted online at DSM.city/PPRCyouth by Thursday, August 20, 2020.

Coronavirus Surge Extends Des Moines City Building Closures

The community spread of the virus this summer precluded the scheduled reopening of buildings in June and July.

Flashboards Installed On The Des Moines River On July 21

Flashboards are two-feet high and nine-feet long and made of corrugated steel.

Scrub And Mega Scrub Events Coming Up This Weekend In Des Moines

This weekend’s events will take place on Saturday at the following locations and times.

Des Moines Birdland Pool Closed Due To Coronavirus Exposure

This is a City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department Public Notice that there was a reported positive case of COVID-19 on July 14.

City Of Des Moines Providing Small Businesses $1M In Coronavirus Relief Fund

Olson-Douglas said the relief grants range from $3,500 to $10,000 and that checks would be available in two weeks.

Des Moines City Upcoming Free Meals Schedule

Local restaurants to provide $350,000 in free meals this summer to Des Moines families and residents in need during the coronavirus.