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Council approves temporary parking staging in Valley Junction after debate; moves staging area closer to building

2236228 · January 6, 2025
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Summary

After a lengthy discussion about safety, business access and construction staging in Valley Junction, the West Des Moines City Council voted 4-1 to allow a temporary parking staging area shifted to the east, nearer an alleyway, for a façade/mural project at 214 Fifth Street.

The West Des Moines City Council on Jan. 6 approved a modified temporary parking and staging arrangement in Valley Junction for work at 214 Fifth Street, after a spirited public hearing and subcommittee review.

Legendary Construction representative Curtis Mayfield asked the council to allow four city parking stalls close to the project site for staging materials and trailers during a façade and mural renovation. At issue were which stalls could be used, whether staging should block a breezeway used by employees and visitors, and how to protect pedestrian safety…

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