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Council approves lease for Joppa Village; first phase to include 50 units, officials say
Summary
The Des Moines City Council approved a lease agreement to house Joppa Village at a site near 2501 Morris Street, with supporters saying the first phase will include about 50 units and wraparound services; the measure passed 6–1 with one abstention.
The Des Moines City Council on Oct. 20 approved a lease agreement to allow Joppa Village to occupy property in the vicinity of 2501 Morris Street, moving forward a project supporters say will provide housing and services for people experiencing homelessness. The council approved the lease on a recorded 6–1 vote with one abstention.
Supporters said the project repurposes an existing structure formerly used as a greenhouse and the old Scott Avenue…
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