Chris Coleman, Des Moines City Councilman

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. One of his most powerful reminders still rings true for every business leader, employee, and neighbor: “The time is always right to do what is right.”

Several people have reported receiving calls from scammers posing as bail bond companies. The scammers use the information of inmates in the Polk County Jail to identify family members and loved ones. kcci.com/article/polk-c…

Vendor applications are now open for three of the Greater Des Moines region’s signature community events in 2026! Vendor applications close Friday, Feb. 13 at 5 p.m. Details and eligibility requirements are available here: ow.ly/tmej50XVIab

I will continue to advocate for safe neighborhoods, a caring civic heart for the vulnerable, responsible taxes and budgets, amazing public parks, spaces, and city assets, and respect for the professionals who have made serving all of us their careers. THANK YOU, #DSMUSA!

There is no better community in America for public service than Des Moines. Your interest, ideas, engagement, generosity, and time have been a blessing to me and my family. I am not going far, and my interest in making Des Moines an amazing place to call home is very much alive.

Thank you, Des Moines. Today, a new City Council member is being sworn in. I wish Rob, the Mayor, and the Council my very best. I want to close out my service with a note of deep appreciation for the residents of Des Moines.

Ring in 2026 the safe way, Iowa. The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is sharing free $10 Uber vouchers (valid Dec 31–Jan 4) plus AAA Tow-to-Go on New Year’s Eve (free tow within 10 miles, even without a membership, through 6 a.m. Jan 2). 🎉🚗💨 kcci.com/article/iowa-d…

Starting Thursday, waste collection will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week. Thursday customers will be serviced on Friday. Friday customers will be serviced on Saturday. Mon., Tues., and Wed. customers are not impacted by the holiday. Happy New Year, #DSMUSA!

Of all the cool things I have done to be a good councilmember, this project was one of the best things to happen to me in 2025. My two sons and I purchased a tired, old home on a prominent corner near the thriving downtown Beaverdale... facebook.com/ChrisColemanCi…

As my time on the Des Moines City Council winds down, I want to report back. When I took office, this seat had been vacant for nearly a year, and several important affordable housing projects needed a champion. I stepped in to help move them forward... facebook.com/ChrisColemanCi…

Incredibly successful projects you've had a role in Chris, thank you and well done!

Love it! Way to go

Great news for Des Moines! Jonathan Lund has been chosen to serve as the Des Moines Fire Department’s 14th Fire Chief. Congratulations to Chief Lund, and a big thank you to the firefighters and staff who keep our community safe every day. #DSMUSA

So happy to see a piece of Des Moines history coming back to life. Huge kudos to everyone who helped bring the Ingersoll Dinner Theater back. This is the kind of comeback our community can celebrate! #DSMUSA who13.com/news/historic-…

Heads up, Des Moines. The Extreme Temperature Plan kicks in at 4 PM Sunday, ahead of below-zero wind chills on Monday morning. Warming centers will be open, and DART will offer free rides to the nearest one. Check on your neighbors and stay warm! #DSMUSA kcci.com/article/polk-c…

If you or someone you know needs a warm place, DART will provide free rides to warming centers starting 4 p.m. Sunday while the plan is active. • Check on elderly neighbors and anyone without reliable heat • Bring pets inside and protect pipes desmoinesregister.com/story/weather/…

Wind chills are expected to dip below zero overnight into Monday morning. Polk County’s Extreme Temperature Plan is being activated, and warming centers will be available around the county. desmoinesregister.com/story/weather/…

From Holiday Hullabaloo and Uptown Wonderlights to Santa’s Rock N Lights, Miracle on 86th Street, and a “Countdown to Noon Years” bowling party, this week is packed with can’t-miss fun. Which one are you doing first? #DSMUSA dsmpartnership.com/the-partnershi…