3 Guests Visit WHO

Three guests spoke with Woodland Heights neighbors during the April monthly WHO meeting, held 4/16/19 at Scottish Rite Park.

John Woolson of City of Des Moines Parks & Rec speaks
with Woodland Heights Neighbors April 16, 2019

First, John Woolson, Cemetery Operations Supervisor with City of Des Moines Parks & Rec updated meeting attendees with the latest news about Woodland Cemetery.  Notable, was Woolson sharing copies of Park & Rec's Spring/Summer 2019 Program Guide. 

At-Large City Council Member, Connie Boesen
addresses the WHO April 16, 2019

Second, DM City Council At-Large Member, Connie Boesen spoke with attendees.  Some things she brought up included plans for the Local Option Sales and Service Tax (LOSST) revenue the city will be receiving as well as property assessments and property tax. 

Jo Oldson, State Representative, Iowa House Dist. 41
speaks with WHO constituents April 16, 2019

Third, coming to the WHO meeting straight from debate on the floor of the Iowa House of Representatives, State Rep Jo Oldson updated neighbors on the General Assembly, specifically addressing some local control issues.

Other meeting highlights included the regular NBSD report, a motion on traffic issues on High Street, and updates on the WHO committees and ongoing projects.

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The Woodland Heights Organization (WHO) is the neighborhood association recognized by the city of Des Moines representing Woodland Heights.  Its purpose is is to stabilize, preserve, and revitalize area homes, enhance the quality of life in the neighborhood, and to promote community within our neighborhood amongst all residents and businesses.  WHO is a volunteer organization.

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