City of Des Moines
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#DesMoines: Iowa’s capital city serving more than 214,000 residents, 47 neighborhoods, over 4,000 acres of parkland and 81 miles of trails.
- 🚨 Budget Session Alert 🚨 Tonight is the first budget information session for the FY27 budget at the Central Library! These sessions feature new interactive activities to capture resident feedback at the beginning of the budget process. Learn more at DSM.city/Budget
- City of Des Moines repostedThe magic starts THIS Friday ✨ Holiday Promenade returns to the Historic East Village for five weeks. Kick off opening night with the annual tree lighting ceremony, wander through locally owned shops offering extended hours & holiday deals. Learn more: dsmpartnership.com/downtowndsmusa…
- City of Des Moines repostedReady to light up the town (literally)? Mayor Connie Boesen & City of Des Moines are calling on local businesses to deck out their storefronts & help Downtown shine bright during the Downtown Winter Holiday Spirit Initiative. ✨ Learn how to join the fun: ow.ly/gOLu50XnZC9
- City of Des Moines repostedRain is predicted to continue off/on through the day, with potential for Hydroplaning can occur at speeds as low as 35 mph. To stay safe in rain or on wet roads, 🔹Reduce your speed. 🔹Leave yourself extra braking space. 🔹Wipers on, headlights on. #DriveSafe
- City of Des Moines repostedWant a job that is filled with fun?🤩 Want to make friends, and countless memories?🎉 ⭐️Apply today and tell your friends! Working with a buddy is always better! Learn more at DSM.City/ParkJobs
00:00 - Replying to @DesMoinesGovWe thank him for his decades of service and leadership, and we wish him well in his next chapter. Congratulations on a well-earned retirement, Chief! (3/3)
- Replying to @DesMoinesGovUnder his leadership, the department constructed three Fire Stations, the Administration, Maintenance and Training Facility, expanded recruitment, and created the Iowa HERO Academy to inspire future public safety leaders. (2/3)
- After more than 30 years of fire service and 16 years leading the Des Moines Fire Department, Chief John TeKippe is retiring this upcoming December. Chief will end his career as the fourth-longest serving Fire Chief in Des Moines history. (1/3)
- City of Des Moines reposted🌳 Reserve discounted trees (just $10 each!)from our friends at Trees Forever, just in time for fall planting season! Visit TreesForever.org/Adopt to reserve reduced-cost, high-quality trees for your home. Help expand the urban forest in Des Moines, starting in your own yard!
- City of Des Moines repostedThank you for joining us at the Iowa State Fair! Whether it was making sure to stay hydrated, stopping by the first aid stations, calling when an emergency arose, or just saying hi, we hope everyone had a safe and fun time at the fair!
00:00 - City of Des Moines repostedSmall businesses thrive when team members of all ages feel valued and engaged. That’s why The Partnership, in collaboration with @DesMoinesGov Community Impact & Relations, is hosting an Intergenerational Workforce Roundtable on Aug. 28. Register now: ow.ly/SzVO50WFnCp
- City of Des Moines repostedToday, we recognize this deserving group of promotions at DMFD! Please join us in congratulating the following firefighters! District Chief Jesse Christensen Captain Shane Griffin Captain Keith Maki Lieutenant Brian Burke




















