Late again. As often happens, I usually finish these things on Sunday, but I’ll wait to post because I’ll be waiting for either answers to questions from the dais or materials from the administration which I want to talk about. It’s one reason I keep hoping we can improve the City web site–so that meeting
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Weekly Update: 03/23/2021
1 Comment on Weekly Update: 03/23/2021Public Service Announcements Spring Recycling Event at the Des Moines Marina Saturday March 27. NEW: You can now bring TVs and electronics! Kent Des Moines Road Closure March 21 and 23rd! SBA Webinars on new PPP Programs start March 3rd! Virtual Open House on SR 509 I-5 to 24th Ave Give public comment on Sound
... continue reading.A question re. diversity in hiring
I recently noticed that the City had posted several job openings in the building and planning department. These jobs have a very low turnover rate. So at the 18 March Regular City Council Meeting, I asked the City Manager what steps the City was taking wrt diversity in hiring. I wanted to make sure I
... continue reading.The changing demographics of Des Moines, Washington
2000 2010 2020 White 74.20% 63.55% 51.30% Black 7.18% 9.08% 7.40% Native American 0.95% 1.07% 0.40% Asian 8.30% 10.66% 11.60% Pacific Islander 1.34% 2.41% 3.00% Other Races 3.29% 7.78% Two or more races 4.74% 5.45% 9.00% Hispanic or Latino 6.61% 15.17% 19.90% Information taken from the U.S. Census Thanks to Meg Tapucol-Provo
... continue reading.Letter of resignation from Des Moines Diversity Task Force: Meg Tapucol-Provo
4 Comments on Letter of resignation from Des Moines Diversity Task Force: Meg Tapucol-ProvoSubject: Stepping down from the DMPD Diversity Task Force To: Chief Ken Thomas, Des Moines Police Guild, City Council, etc. To the Members of the Des Moines Police Department Diversity Task Force, I am regretfully writing to inform you that I am stepping down from the Diversity Task Force. In joining this Task Force, my
... continue reading.2021 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) – proper uses of funds for local governments
1 Comment on 2021 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) – proper uses of funds for local governmentsAccording to the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), local governments have until December 31, 2024 to spend the funds on eligible purposes. These funds cannot be banked. ARPA states that these funds can be spent: To respond to the public health emergency caused by COVID-19 To provide assistance to households, small business, and nonprofits To
... continue reading.Weekly Update: 03/14/2021
3 Comments on Weekly Update: 03/14/2021Public Service Announcements Public Comment on the FAA’s Neighborhood Environmental Survey is due by March 15th. This is important. Please follow these instructions and comment TODAY (more below). Donate blood, win A NEW CAR! 😀 https://www.bloodworksnw.org/ Aside from the fabulous prize opportunities, there is currently a serious shortage of whole blood. Please schedule an apt.
... continue reading.Weekly Update: 03/07/2021
5 Comments on Weekly Update: 03/07/2021Public Service Announcements Public Comment on the FAA’s Neighborhood Environmental Survey is due by March 15th. This is important. Please follow these instructions and comment TODAY (more below). SBA Webinars on new PPP Programs start March 3rd! Virtual Open House on SR 509 I-5 to 24th Ave If you are a local business, make the
... continue reading.Weekly Update: 02/28/2021
2 Comments on Weekly Update: 02/28/2021Last time I said that there was simply too much stuff going on to fit into one post. And then I got waylaid with ‘life’ and I abandon the whole ‘bonus’ thing. And then I got double-waylaid by life and my next fallback was, “I’m takin’ the week off. Screw this ‘weekly update crap!” 😀
... continue reading.Weekly Update: 02/21/2021
4 Comments on Weekly Update: 02/21/2021Public Service Announcements If you are a local business, make the Southside Promise from the South Side Seattle Chamber Of Commerce! There are grants of up to $1,000 to help you now. The new round of Federal PPP loan program just opened up. And it is much better than the first round last year. If
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