CITY MANAGER REPORT

March 20, 2026

Marina Steps Project Update


Work on the Marina Steps project is continuing to move forward, with several important construction activities taking place over the next few weeks. Crews will be conducting potholing to locate existing underground utilities, continuing installation of the sewer main, installing stormwater facilities associated with retaining walls, and constructing retaining wall footings on the north end of the project site. During this phase, visitors to the area can expect to see increased construction activity, including equipment and intermittent impacts to access near the work zone. We appreciate the community’s patience as these improvements take shape and will continue to provide updates as the project progresses.

Police Department Joins Judson Park For A Pancake Breakfast


Our Des Moines Police Department had a great time connecting with the community at Judson Park’s “Lumber Jack and Lumber Jill Pancake Breakfast” on Saturday, March 14. The event brought together folks from across south King County for a fun morning filled with pancakes, flannel, and plenty of smiles.



Officers enjoyed joining in on the lumberjack-themed activities—yes, even axe throwing and the photo booth—while supporting a great cause. The fundraiser helps support residents and programs at Judson Park, and it was wonderful to see so many people come out to be part of it.


Thanks to Judson Park for hosting such a fun event and to everyone who stopped by—we love opportunities like this to connect with our community!
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Alarm Program Now Available Online


The Des Moines Police Department has partnered with PMAM to make it easier for residents and businesses to register and manage their alarm systems through a new online Alarm Permit Program. All monitored alarm systems in the city are required to be registered, helping officers quickly contact keyholders, maintain accurate information, and reduce unnecessary responses to false alarms. False alarms can take valuable time away from real emergencies, so proper registration and maintenance are key. The new system allows users to easily register their alarm, update contact details, and manage any related fees online.

Spring Recycling Event Coming March 28


Mark your calendars! The City’s Spring Recycling Collection Event is happening on Saturday, March 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Des Moines Marina South Parking Lot (enter off of 227th Street). This is a great opportunity to safely dispose of items that can’t go in your regular curbside bins.


Residents can bring a variety of materials, including electronic and computer equipment, TVs, tires, batteries, propane tanks, and more (some fees may apply/cash only). The event will also feature a Rain Barrel and Compost/Worm Bin sale—perfect for getting ready for the spring season!


Please note that cardboard, household goods, clothing, and Styrofoam blocks will not be accepted at this event.



We hope to see you there as we work together to keep our community clean and sustainable!
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Waterland Parade Website

Nominations for the 2026 Waterland Parade Grand Marshal Now Open!


Do you know someone who truly represents the heart of our community?


Each year, the Waterland Parade honors a Grand Marshal - someone who embodies the spirit, pride, and dedication that makes our community so special. A Grand Marshal is more than just a leader in the parade, they are someone who has made a meaningful impact through service, leadership, kindness, or a lifelong commitment to making our community a better place.

 

Now it’s your turn to help the Waterland Parade Committee choose this year’s honoree!


If someone comes to mind—whether they’re a quiet volunteer, a community champion, or a local legend—we want to hear about them.

 

Please email your nomination today and don't forget to include a brief description of why they deserve this honor!



More information on the Waterland Parade route, how to enter and how you can get involved can be found on their website.

 

Hurry! Nominations are being accepted through April 1st.

 

Let’s celebrate the people who make our community shine!

Did you know the City of Des Moines has adopted nearly 1,500 resolutions since incorporating in 1959? In fact, we’re now up to Resolution No. 1495! While ordinances create laws, resolutions are used by the City Council to take official action—like approving contracts, adopting policies, or supporting community initiatives. They’re an important tool that helps keep City business moving efficiently while still reflecting the Council’s direction and priorities. Next time you see a resolution on a Council agenda, you’ll know it’s part of a long history of decisions shaping our community!

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, Councilmembers, and more.
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Staff Kudos


Shout Out to Records - Great Customer Service: 


A property manager in Des Moines was out of the country, but saw activity on the property through surveillance cameras. He called the Police Records line for help. Our team was able to get him connected to dispatch and get officers out to the site to remove the trespassers before anyone got hurt or damaged the property. He sent Chief Boe an email that included:


 "I called the number on the website for DMPD. The staff that answered worked with me to get me to dispatch and responded perfectly. Pretty cool for that much success from a call from Uganda. Your team is amazing!"
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Job Opportunities


Looking for a fulfilling career with competitive pay and excellent benefits? The City of Des Moines is hiring for several positions, including:



  • Facilities Maintenance Specialist
  • Facility Attendant
  • Police Officer-Hiring Incentives Available!
  • Volunteer Opportunities with Des Moines Community Enrichment Services
  • Youth Soccer Referee – Spring Season


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City Council Meeting Recap


There was no meeting last night. Here is what’s scheduled to be on the agenda next week! 


City Council Regular Meeting:

 

  • 4th of July Event Update
  • $10 Car Tab Fee Increase, 2nd Reading
  • Salary Commission Ordinance, 2nd Reading
  • King County 2026-2027 Waste Reduction & Recycling Grant Award
  • Appointive Committee Code & Citizens Advisory Board Code Update, 1st Reading
  • Presentation of Benchmarking Analysis and Development Impact Model by FCS Group
  • Lodging Tax Overview, Process, and Funding Framework Discussion 
Link to March 12, 2026 City Council Agenda Packet
Click here for a listing of all future Council meeting items

Day Trip: Snoqualmie Casino

March 25


Citizens Advisory Board Meeting

City Hall

March 25


Out to Lunch Trips: Farm 12 - Puyallup

March 26


City Council Meeting

City Hall

March 26


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

March 27


Spring Recycling Event

Des Moines Marina – South Parking Lot

March 28


Day Trip: Flower World/Maltby Cafe

March 31


Evening Elementary Art Classes Start

Field House

March 31


Preschool Art Classes Start

Field House

April 1


Country Line Dancing Session Starts

Des Moines Activity Center

April 1


City Council Committee of the Whole & Study Session

City Hall

April 2


Out to Lunch Trips: The Pumphouse Bar & Grill - Bellevue

April 3


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

April 3


Eggstravaganza

Beach Park

April 4


KHAOS Break Camp

Field House

April 6-10


UK Soccer Camp

Field House

April 6-10


Out to Lunch Trips: Chambers Bay Grill - Chambers Bay Golf Course

April 7


City Council Meeting

City Hall

April 9


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

April 10


Day Trip: Point Ruston Public Market - Tacoma

April 9


Airport Committee Meeting

City Hall

April 13


Day Trip: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival - LaConner

April 15


Out to Lunch Day Trips: Bourbon Street Creole Cafe - Puyallup

April 17


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

April 17


Shredding Event

Activity Center

April 22


Out to Lunch Trips: Lobster Shop - Tacoma

April 22


Monthly Dessert Social

Activity Center

April 23


City Council Meeting

City Hall

April 23


Day Trip: Olympia Farmers Market

April 24


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

April 24


International Sculpture Day

April 25


Evening Elementary Art Classes Start

Field House

April 28


Day Trip: Enumclaw Downtown Shopping

April 28


Skyhawks Tennis Lessons Start

Field House

April 29


Preschool Art Classes Start

Field House

April 29


Country Line Dancing Session Starts

Des Moines Activity Center

April 29


Citizens Advisory Board Meeting

City Hall

April 29


Day Trip: UW Botanical Gardens - Arboretum Tram Tour - Seattle

April 30


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

May 1


Out to Lunch Trips: Pink Chandelier: High Tea- Puyallup

May 5


Spring Planter Painting & Potting Workshop

Activity Center

May 5


Day Trip: Downtown Poulsbo

May 7


City Council Committee of the Whole & Study Session

City Hall

May 7


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

May 8


Family Night Bingo - Mother's Day

Activity Center

May 8


Airport Committee Meeting

City Hall

May 11


City Council Meeting

City Hall

May 14


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

May 15


Out to Lunch Trips: Jak's Grill - West Seattle

May 15


Day Trip: Amazon Spheres - Seattle

May 16


Day Trip: Issaquah Troll & Gilman Village

May 19


Day Trip: Village Theater - GREASE - Everett

May 21


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center
May 22


City Offices Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

May 25


Skyhawks Tennis Lessons Start

Field House

May 26


KHAOS Break Camp

Field House

May 26


Day Trip: Cougar Mountain Zoo - Issaquah

May 27


Citizens Advisory Board Meeting

City Hall

May 27


Monthly Dessert Social

Activity Center

May 28


Senior Bingo

Activity Center

May 28


City Council Meeting

City Hall

May 28


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

May 29


Out to Lunch Trips: Bogey's Public House - Auburn Golf Course

May 29


Storm Fest

June 2-4


City Council Committee of the Whole & Study Session

City Hall

June 4


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

June 5


Airport Committee Meeting

City Hall

June 8


City Council Meeting

City Hall

June 11


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

June 12


City Offices Closed in Observance of Juneteenth

June 19


FIFA Viewing Party

Des Moines Theater

June 19


Camp KHAOS Starts

Field House

June 22


Citizens Advisory Board Meeting

City Hall

June 24


City Council Meeting

City Hall

June 25


Craft Cafe

Des Moines Activity Center

June 26



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Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

March 21


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

March 21


Discovery Day

MaST Center

March 21


Romantic Regency Tea (or LiteraTea)

Marina Mercantile

March 21


Community of Creators

Woodmont Library

March 21


Uncle Ernie

Arturo’s Mexican Restaurant

March 21


Waterland Yoga

Des Moines Theater

March 22


Sound It Out Saturday!

Woodmont Library

March 22


STEAM Family Story Time

Woodmont Library

March 23


Des Moines Writing Group

Des Moines Library

March 24


Talk Time: English Conversation Practice

Des Moines Library

March 24


Study Zone Tutors

Des Moines Library

March 25


Arty Time 90's Rewind! The Ultimate 90's Paint n' Sip Party

Des Moines Library

March 25


Tiny Art Show

Woodmont Library

March 25


Young Toddler Story Time

Des Moines Library

March 26


Preschool Story Time

Des Moines Library

March 26


Study Zone Reading Buddies

Des Moines Library

March 26


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

March 26


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

March 27


After School Hangout

Woodmont Library

March 27


Creation Station

Des Moines Library

March 27


Live Music - Michael Powers Jam

Creole Soul

March 27


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

March 28


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

March 28


Hardy Fuchsia Care with Sky

Zenith Holland Gardens

March 28


Pruning 101 with Sky

Zenith Holland Gardens

March 28


Discovery Day

MaST Center

March 28


Live Music - Michael Powers Jam

Creole Soul

March 28


Lego Brick Building

Des Moines Library

March 28


Waterland Yoga

Des Moines Theater

March 29


STEAM Family Story Time

Woodmont Library

March 30


Talk Time: English Conversation Practice

Des Moines Library

March 31


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

April 2


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

April 3


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

April 4


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

April 4


Saltwater State Park Habitat Restoration Project: Forest Restoration

Saltwater State Park

April 4


Discovery Day

MaST Center

April 4


Des Moines Garden Club Monthly Meeting

Covenant Life Center, Kent

April 6


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

April 9


SR3 Open House

Des Moines Marina

April 10


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

April 10


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

April 11


Discovery Day

MaST Center

April 11


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

April 11


Roper Romp

152nd Street in Burien
April 12


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

April 16


Project Promise

Highline Schools Foundation

April 16-18


Live Music - Sam Chambliss

Creole Soul

April 17


Friends of Saltwater Earth Day

Saltwater State Park

April 18


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

April 18


Inkfish International Sculpture Day

Inkfish Studios

April 25


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

April 27


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

April 18


Discovery Day

MaST Center

April 18


Live Music - Sam Chambliss

Creole Soul

April 18


Saltwater State Park Habitat Restoration Project: Creek Restoration

Saltwater State Park

April 19


Earth Day-Discovery Pass Not Required

Saltwater State Park

April 22


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

April 23


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

April 24


Live Music - ASTA NICE

Creole Soul

April 24


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

April 25


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

April 25


Discovery Day

MaST Center

April 25


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

April 30


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

May 1


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

May 2


SR3 Open House

Des Moines Marina

May 2


Saltwater State Park Habitat Restoration Project: Forest Restoration

Saltwater State Park

May 2


Discovery Day

MaST Center

May 2


Redondo Boardwalk Beats

Redondo

May 2


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

May 2


SR3 Community Open House

Des Moines Marina

May 2


Des Moines Garden Club Monthly Meeting

Covenant Life Center, Kent

May 4


Mosquito Fleet

Des Moines Historical Society

May 6


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

May 7


Marina Mamas Walking Group

May 8

Des Moines Marina


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

May 9


Discovery Day

MaST Center

May 9


Letter Carrier Food Drive

May 9


South Sound Opening Day Boating Ceremony

Des Moines Yacht Club

May 9


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

May 9


Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Award Ceremony

Des Moines Yacht Club

May 13


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

May 14


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

May 15


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

May 16


Discovery Day

MaST Center

May 16


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

May 16


Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalist Program

Des Moines Beach Park

May 17


Saltwater State Park Habitat Restoration Project: Creek Restoration

Saltwater State Park

May 17


Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalist Program

Des Moines Beach Park

May 19


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

May 21


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

May 22


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

May 23


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

May 23


Discovery Day

MaST Center

May 23


Blues Jam

Creole Soul

May 28


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

May 29


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

May 30


Des Moines Creek Park Run After Party

Beach Park

May 30


Discovery Day

MaST Center

May 30


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

May 30


Des Moines Garden Club Monthly Meeting

Covenant Life Center, Kent

June 1


Farmer’s Market

Des Moines Marina

June 6


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

June 6


Seattle Children's Spring Bazaar

Grace Lutheran Church

June 6

 

Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

June 5


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

June 6


Farmer's Market Opening Day

Des Moines Marina

June 6


North Hill BBQ

North Hill Community Center

June 6


Redondo Boardwalk Beats

Redondo

June 6


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

June 12


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

June 13


Farmer’s Market

Des Moines Marina

June 13


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

June 13


Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalist Program

Des Moines Beach Park

June 13


Seattle Aquarium Beach Naturalist Program

Des Moines Beach Park

June 16


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

June 19


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

June 20


Farmer’s Market

Des Moines Marina

June 20


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

June 20


Waterland Pridefest

Des Moines Theater

June 20


MIBBBFest 2026

Quarterdeck

June 20-21


Marina Mamas Walking Group

Des Moines Marina

June 26


Des Moines Creek Park Run

Beach Park

June 27


Farmer’s Market

Des Moines Marina

June 27


Coffee and Chess

Second Love

June 27

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