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The Anytime Food Program seeks volunteers and donations
The Anytime Food Program is asking for volunteers and paper goods as part of its January 'need of the month.'
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Public Works Crews Preparing To Clear First Snowstorm Of The Winter
City of Des Moines Public Works crews are preparing to treat Des Moines roads during the first snowstorm of the winter.
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Street Closure Notification
Roadway Information Report
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Street Closure Notifications
Street Closure Notifications
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: An open letter to WDM residents & businesses regarding Mediacom’s lawsuit
Today, the City of West Des Moines filed a Motion to dismiss Mediacom’s lawsuit challenging our use of the Urban Renewal Law to construct an underground conduit network which internet providers can license to bring reliable, high-speed internet to residents and businesses.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Library to remain curbside-only into the New Year
At the regular meeting of the West Des Moines Public Library Board on Tuesday, December 15, members of the Board and library administration reviewed the local situation regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and made the decision to maintain a curbside-only model of service until at least January 10, though they will meet the week of January 4 to discuss the matter again.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: MLK Jr. Youth Scholarship and Community Leadership Awards
Please join West Des Moines as we celebrate the work and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by encouraging a deserving high school student to apply for our WDM Youth Scholarship Award or nominating an adult or organization for our Community Leadership Award!
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: City of West Des Moines raises 2020 MEI score to 99
The City of West Des Moines has been notified that its 2020 Municipal Equality Index (MEI) score is now 99 out of 100 points, an increase of 57 points since the City received its first score of 42 in 2016.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Library to remain curbside-only into December
At a special meeting of the West Des Moines Public Library Board on Wednesday, November 25, members of the Board and library administration made the decision to maintain a curbside-only model of service through December 23.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: City officials announce new closures and cancellations
Due to the recent surge in Covid-19 cases in Polk and Dallas Counties, City officials are closing certain parks and recreation facilities and canceling all indoor recreation programs, events and rentals from November 16 – December 2.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Library to remain curbside-only through end of November
At a special meeting of the West Des Moines Public Library Board of Trustees on Tuesday, November 10, members of the Board and library administration made the decision to maintain a curbside-only model of service through at least November 30.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: WDM Water Works Offices closed until Monday, Nov. 16
City of West Des Moines issued the following announcement on Nov. 5. Due to COVID-19, West Des Moines Water Works Offices are temporarily closed to the public.
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City West of Des Moines awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City West of Des Moines for the 27th year in a row.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: City receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
For the 27th consecutive year, the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of West Des Moines for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: As cases rise, City officials encourage masks and social distancing
With Beggars’ Night occurring this evening, the City of West Des Moines is reminding residents to always be extra vigilant and follow recommended safety tips to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the community.
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West Des Moines Library temporarily closed for renovation work
The West Des Moines Public Library will be closed through Wednesday, Nov. 11 as part of planned renovations affecting the first floor of the facility.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Library to close temporarily to prepare for next phase of renovation
As part of ongoing renovations, the West Des Moines Public Library will be closed from Tuesday, October 27, through Wednesday, November 11, reopening on November 12.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Assistance available for landlords and tenants
Assistance available for landlords and tenants
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Energy Assistance Program made available for elderly, disabled in West Des Moines
The West Des Moines Human Services program, an initiative designed to help those with necessities such as housing and electricity, is now accepting applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program for the 2020-2021 cycle, according to a city press release.
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CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Website launches and sign up begins for City's open-access conduit network
The City of West Des Moines announced today it has launched a website for residents and businesses to opt-in for the opportunity to link to the City’s conduit network, which will provide them access to high-speed internet.