City Manager Weekly Report
February 21, 2025
City Council Meeting Recap
There were no Council or Committee meetings this week. Here are the scheduled meetings scheduled for February 27, 2025:
Economic Development Committee Meeting
Packet materials can be found here
City Council Regular Meeting
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Activity Center Roof Replacement
Starting March 3, 2025, the Activity Center roof replacement project begins! The City applied for a Department of Commerce Solar Grant opportunity in the Spring of 2024. The grant will cover the cost of solar panel installation on the roof of the Senior Activity Center, and the tie-in to the existing electrical system. Removal of the old, existing roof is scheduled to start March 3rd. During this time, some classes and programs may be impacted, but staff will do all they can to minimize these interruptions. The Center will also continue with lunch service. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this time! The roof replacement project is scheduled to take about 3 weeks to complete.
City Currents Magazine
The Spring issue of the Des Moines City Currents should have been delivered to you by the time this report is out! Inside you will find information on what’s happening in the City, Park & Recreation classes and programs and things to do if you are a Senior! Check out the full issue here.
Did you Know….?
Looking for expert guidance to grow or start your business? The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) offers free resources and personalized support to help you succeed.
The SBDC, in partnership with Highline College and the South King County Economic Development Initiative (SKCEDI), helps strengthen Des Moines' economy by supporting local small businesses. Located on the Highline College Campus, the center provides free, confidential one-on-one counseling, along with training, research services, and seminars to help your business thrive. Services include help with marketing strategies, financial management, loan applications, hiring, and more. They also assist entrepreneurs with startup plans, cash flow projections, and financing strategies. Click here for more information
Staff Kudos
“My husband and I really appreciate the fact that there was treatment done for the snow and ice recently on our road which is S 242, coming down toward the sound. We had had some issues with that in the past where it wasn't being treated but so far so good and I wanted to commend whoever had taken the initiative and was making sure that our road was taken care of. We appreciate it.”
Cheryl Stefanic
Submit Your Staff Kudos!
Thank you, as always, to our wonderful and hardworking staff. This Staff Kudos section will serve as a way to recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of our City of Des Moines employees, volunteers, Council Members, and more.
Would you like to share staff kudos with me? Please email me at [email protected]
Katherine’s Fun Stuff
This was a super busy week for our family…so I relied on one of my favorite slow cooker recipes…slow cooker beef ragu. Easy peasy! And enough for leftovers.
Ingredients
• 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
• 1 1/2 pounds flank steak
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 ribs celery (trimmed and diced)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
For Serving
• whole-wheat pasta
• parmesan and ricotta cheeses
Instructions
1. Layer all the ingredients in the slow cooker, starting with the onion and ending with the canned tomatoes. Turn on high for 5 or 6 hours, or low for 8 to 10 hours. You can take the lid off for a bit at the end to help reduce the sauce down to make it thicker (or spoon some liquid off the top).
2. Divide the sauce evenly over beds of cooked whole-wheat noodles, top with parmesan and ricotta cheeses (if desired), and serve. DONE!!! Dinner success.
Upcoming Events
February 21 Attack the Block @ Waterland Arcade
February 22 Bring Your Kids to College Exploration @ Highline College
February 22 Sound Healing, Gentle Yin, Guided Meditation @ Shiva Yoga
February 22 Des Moines Creek Park Run
February 22 Non Profit Symposium, 9-noon @ Des Moines Activity Center
February 24 Vinyasa to Yin with Live Sound Bath @ Shiva Yoga
February 25 Trivia Night @ the Quarterdeck
February 27 Phyla Training @ MaST Center
February 27 Cornhole @ the All Star Sports Bar
February 27 Economic Development Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
February 27 City Council Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March
March 1 AcuYoga Workshop @ Shiva Yoga
March 1 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
March 1 Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4
March 4 MINGO Nights @ Marina Mercantile
March 6 City Council Study Session @ Des Moines City Hall
March 6 Public Safety Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 6 City Council Study Session @ Des Moines City Hall
March 6 Public Safety Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 8 Inversion Workshop Arm Balances @ Shiva yoga
March 8 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
March 11 Trivia Night @ Quarterdeck
March 13 Transportation Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 13 Environment Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 13 City Council Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 13 St. Patrick’s Day Paint Party @ Jamar’s Sports Bar
March 14 Ian Jones @ the Quarterdeck
March 15 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
March 18 MINGO Nights @ Marina Mercantile
March 18 Bingo Night @ Quarterdeck
March 19 Paint Nite @ Tuscany Restaurant
March 22 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
March 25 Trivia Night @ Quarterdeck
March 27 Municipal Facilities Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 27 Economic Development Committee Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 27 City Council Meeting @ Des Moines City Hall
March 29 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
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