Facing more cuts, cities like Des Moines reconsider property tax breaks that help them grow
Already facing a $17 million shortfall, Des Moines worries tax abatements for revitalization, growth may have to be cut or eliminated
'It's mind boggling': Des Moines residents speak out after city cuts Office of Sustainability jobs
City Manager Scott Sanders said the layoffs were a result of a $17 million budget shortfall caused by increased costs and a drop in property tax revenue.
Des Moines city manager faces criticism after dismantling sustainability office
Climate action proponents say the layoffs will make it harder for the local government to reach its net zero emission goal by 2050.
Des Moines residents express frustration over sustainability office cuts
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Community members decry Des Moines' decision to eliminate sustainability program
"We cannot afford to abandon sustainability efforts here in Des Moines," said Jamie Nicolino, community member and owner of zero-waste shop, THE COLLECTIVE. "Climate change is real and it's wreaking havoc on our planet.
Some Des Moines programs in limbo after city cuts its sustainability office amid budget shortfall
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Des Moines city manager: Sustainability position cuts not the only cuts citywide
Sustainability position cuts not the only cuts citywide
Former business partners scrap over two Des Moines wine events scheduled the same weekend
For years, Madison County Winery, West End Salvage partnered on the annual Indulge wine event. Now, they're holding competing ...
Iowa Weather: Nice warm up for Thursday and Friday
Mild air moved in overnight, we are actually above freezing to start the day. Even warmer conditions are expected this ...
Senator proposes bill to let Iowa buy 9 Minnesota counties: 'Could still buy Gopher gear'
A Republican senator hopes to "make Minnesota Iowa again" after introducing a bill that would allow Iowa to buy nine southern ...
New railroad crossing on Broadway Avenue in Des Moines gets $11.5 million federal grant
Three railway safety projects in Iowa, one in Polk County, one in Clay County and another in Merrill will get $15.3 million ...
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Des Moines Art Center to pay artist $900,000 and dismantle commissioned land artwork
A nearly year-long legal battle between the Des Moines Art Center and New York-based artist Mary Miss has ended in a $900,000 ...
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Cell phone use for students and adults could change in Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa (Gray Media Iowa State Capitol Bureau) - Public school students would not be able to use their cell phones ...
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Settlement clears way for demolition of Mary Miss Des Moines art installation
DES MOINES, Iowa (CN) --- New York City artist Mary Miss and the Des Moines Art Center announced a settlement of Miss’ ...
Lawmakers return to Des Moines for 2025 legislative session
Lawmakers have reconvened in Des Moines for the 2025 legislative session, with a focus on new laws and initiatives. The Iowa ...
This Des Moines nonprofit helps struggling Iowans feed their pets. How you can help:
Hidden in a strip mall on Des Moines' west side is a nonprofit trying to meet the rising needs of metro pet owners faced with ...