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Council hires Raftelis to lead city strategic plan, emphasizing community engagement
Summary
The council approved a not‑to‑exceed $74,900 contract with Raftelis to develop a multi‑year strategic plan after robust outreach; staff said the plan will inform the long‑range financial plan and 2027–28 budget.
Des Moines city leaders approved a professional services agreement with consulting firm Raftelis on July 10 to lead a strategic‑planning process designed to set city priorities, strengthen community engagement and produce an accountability framework for implementation.
Why it matters: Council members said they want a community‑informed, actionable plan to guide capital and operating decisions — particularly…
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