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Meeting ID: 848 1247 6401
Passcode: 165447

If you wish to make public comment during the Council meeting, please email the City Clerk at [email protected] by noon the Wednesday before the meeting.  

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July is Packed with Summer Fun in Des Moines

Summer is in full swing, and there's no shortage of ways to make memories in Des Moines this July! From patriotic celebrations and family festivals to free meals for kids and one of our community's biggest traditions, there's something for everyone.

 

Stars, Stripes & Sunshine – July 4

Kick off Independence Day with a celebration at the Des Moines Marina! Join us for family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and great food. It's one of the best ways to celebrate the holiday with friends, neighbors, and the community.

 

Waterland Children's Festival – July 17

Bring the kids to Field House Park for an afternoon of FREE family fun! Enjoy inflatables, crafts, splash and play zones, fire trucks, construction activities, and much more. It's the perfect way to kick off Waterland Festival weekend.

 

Waterland Parade & First-Ever Block Party – July 18

Don't miss one of Des Moines' favorite traditions! The Waterland Parade returns on Saturday evening, followed immediately by our first-ever Downtown Block Party. Stay after the parade to enjoy live music, a beer garden, kids' activities, performers, and plenty of community fun. Bring your chairs—and plan to stay late!

 

Summer Concert Series Returns July 15!

Nothing says summer like live music by the water! Join us Wednesday evenings from 7:00–8:30 p.m. at Des Moines Beach Park for our annual Summer Concert Series. This year's lineup features everything from classic rock and country to '80s favorites, ABBA hits, blues, and a Huey Lewis tribute band. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, enjoy delicious food trucks and the beer garden, and spend a relaxing evening with friends and neighbors while taking in beautiful Puget Sound views. It's the perfect midweek tradition for music lovers of all ages!

 

There's even more happening this summer! From free Summer Meals for Kids and community events to project updates, recreation programs, and important City news, be sure to check out the calendar in this report each week. It's your one-stop source for everything happening in Des Moines this summer. We hope to see you out enjoying our parks, waterfront, neighborhoods, and community events all season long!

Stars, Stripes and Sunshine

  

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NEW!!  Easier Access to Council Agendas and Minutes

The City is in the process of redesigning its current website to improve accessibility, navigation, and the overall user experience. 

As part of this update, a new online portal launching in 2026 will be the go-to place for all City Council and Committee meeting agendas and minutes.

This new portal will make it simple to find meeting information and stay up to date. A link to the portal is included below so you can easily access these materials.

Once the website update is complete, all Council-related information will be consolidated and accessible in a single location. In the interim, Council actions prior to 2026 remain available under the City Council tab on the City’s current website, which also includes the Search function when searching for items.  

To access the NEW Portal, click here

For all Council action PRIOR to 2026, click here

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