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West Des Moines Council approves several ordinances, resolutions and first readings at March 3 meeting
Summary
At its March 3 meeting the West Des Moines City Council approved a set of consent and public‑hearing items — including zoning changes, street work and traffic devices — and adopted two ordinance readings; the council also approved first readings on two board and code updates.
The West Des Moines City Council voted on a series of resolutions, ordinances and public‑hearing items during its March 3 meeting. Most motions passed unanimously; one plat reapproval passed 4–0 with one abstention.
Key outcomes at a glance:
- Resolution ordering construction for Mill Civic Parkway reconstruction (South) — approved (5–0). Council discussion noted a neighborhood resident is seeking a driveway connection and staff will work with the resident on access.
- Ordinance amendment: Iowa 5 at Veterans Parkway zoning (second reading, waiver of third reading and adoption) — approved (5–0). The council amended the official zoning map to establish a light‑industrial zoning district for the listed property; the item had no outstanding issues from the first reading.
- Ordinance amendment: Title 7, Public Ways and Properties, Chapter 1 (clarify “abutting property” definition) — approved (5–0). The city attorney confirmed…
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