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Neighbor’s wellness check prompts Home Inc. purchase and rebuild; council honors resident who raised alarm
Summary
The council recognized West Des Moines resident Sarah Shires after her request for a wellness check led to life-saving intervention, relocation of her neighbor and Home Inc.'s purchase and redevelopment of the property. The council adopted a proclamation honoring Shires' actions.
The West Des Moines City Council on Aug. 18 recognized Sarah Shires for actions that city officials said led to a life‑saving intervention and the redevelopment of a home by the nonprofit Home Inc.
What happened: Council members said Shires requested a wellness check at a neighbor's home at 636 Tenth Street. City staff and emergency responders determined the neighbor needed relocation for…
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