City of Des Moines, WA

Mayor's Minute

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As Summer greets us all, I hope to, “🎶stretch right up and touch the sky 🎶” with you somewhere along the way! Whether at Park Run, the Farmer’s Market, Music in the Park, or on the beach, there are so many places to say, “Hi!”

Top Stories

Redondo Pier
We have received our permits for the Redondo Pier work! We are going out to bid as I write. The deadline for applications is July 1 and the show will be on the road (I mean water! 😉)

Rest and Refresh Redondo
Speaking of Redondo, be sure to check out our new “Rest and Refresh Hub” in the parking lot. While you take a walk on the pier, enjoy the beach, or some of the music this summer, stop by the snack bar!

Q & A

Who is running for office this year?
Last week, the City conducted a “City 101” class for all candidates running for office in Des Moines. All candidates attended, and if you would like to contact any of them, here is their info in alphabetical order:

Gene Achziger
Pierre Blosse
David Denino
Robyn Desimone
Lloyd Lytle
Harry Steinmetz

Meetings & Events

Mt. Rainier HS Arts Fest
On May 16, Mt Rainier HS hosted their annual Arts Fest featuring talented musicians, vocalists and artists of every kind. It was a FABULOUS experience celebrating all these young artists! And, Ashley La was MC extraordinaire.
Lighthouse DV Run

The best morning: gathering with well over 100 folks on a beach, to trek through a forest path alongside a crashing stream, and celebrate strong people who have overcome! Thank you, Lighthouse NW and thank you, Park Run and the City Parks Department for hosting!

PSRC General Assembly
The Puget Sound Regional Council gathered to unveil and approve their Regional Safety Action Plan; a resource and support for cities in creating safer roads for all.

Flag Triangle
We now have a new flag and pole, along with a beautiful entrance to our City, and a monument which gives lasting honor to those who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Executive Shannon Braddock
It was a privilege to meet with King County Executive Braddock twice last week. First, at a gathering of South County leaders to hear a County update.

As President of SCA, I also enjoy gathering monthly with our leadership to visit with the Executive’s team about issues that affect our cities.

Citizen’s Advisory Committee
The CAC is now the Citizen’s Advisory Board (CAB)! Chaired by Deputy Mayor Steinmetz, this group of passionate citizens gather monthly to discuss and coalesce around issues that are important to our City, and to formulate advice for our Council.

Air Filters
One hundred households were given free air filters on Saturday! Thank you, Tina Orwall and Karen Kaiser for putting these climate dollars to work for the City of Des Moines! Thank you, King County for finding a way to get them to us, and thank you, City of Des Moines for facilitating the event at our Activity Center!

Hospitality house
What a treasure it was to spend the evening with folks who care so much about hungry people in the community - especially our kids! The Hospitality Food Truck gives free hot meals to our Pacific Middle School and Mt Rainier High School kids every Wednesday after school.

New Businesses
Business is booming in Des Moines! Here are just a few of the new/renewed businesses this last month:

Cascadia Forest Therapy
807 S 194th St

City Wide Mobile Mechanic
21800 Pacific Hwy So, Blg E

D’Licias Mexican Market
22021 7th Ave S #3

I & P Enterprises – Event Planning
22989 Marine View Dr S

Super Hero Gorcer and TLC Parcel
2036 S 232nd St

Coming Up

Items in my calendar that may be of interest to you:

For more detailed information on the events listed, as well as additional events, please visit the City's calendar on the website by clicking here.

JUNE
June 3 Pacific Middle School Groundbreaking & Farewell
June 4 Tea & Silent Reading @ Marina Mercantile
June 5 City Council Study Session @ Des Moines City Hall
June 5 Live Music @ Quarterdeck
June 7 Des Moines Farmer’s Market @ Des Moines Marina
June 7 Discovery Day @ MaST Center
June 7 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
June 7 Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4
June 10 Trivia Night @ Quarterdeck
June 11 Tea & Silent Reading @ Marina Mercantile
June 14 Des Moines Farmer’s Market @ Des Moines Marina
June 14 Music in the Market @ Des Moines Marina
June 14 Discovery Day @ MaST Center
June 14 2025 Sneaker Ball @ Des Moines Yacht Club
June 14 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
June 14 Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4
June 14 Marine Mammal Stewards @ Redondo Beach
June 15 Live Music @ the Quarterdeck
June 17 Bingo Night @ Quarterdeck
June 18 Tea & Silent Reading @ Marina Mercantile
June 18 Paintnight @ Tuscany
June 20 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
June 21 Yoga @ Soundview Park
June 21 Des Moines Farmer’s Market @ Des Moines Marina
June 21 Discovery Day @ MaST Center
June 21 MIBBB (Men In Black Birthday Bash) 2025 @ Quarterdeck
June 21 Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4
June 21 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
June 21 Waterland Pride Celebration @ Backstage Alley
June 24 Trivia Night @ Quarterdeck
June 25 Tea & Silent Reading @ Marina Mercantile
June 28 Yoga @ Soundview Park
June 28 Sewing Workshops @ Highline College
June 28 Des Moines Farmer’s Market @ Des Moines Marina
June 28 Discovery Day @ MaST Center
June 28 Des Moines Creek Park Run @ Des Moines Beach Park
June 28 Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4

Thank you!!
Thank you for taking time to read! As always, please feel free to reach out to me via phone or email – I would be happy to visit with you! [email protected] – 206-251-2719️

If you prefer to read the Mayor's Minutes in a PDF format, see below!