Capital Crossroads

Have you taken one of DART's new routes yet? 🚌

Veterans across the metro rely on public transportation not only to get to and from work, but also to access critical medical care at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS). Hear from Director and CEO Lisa Curnes MHA, BSN, RN about the importance of DART's community partnerships to support those who served our nation.

Check out the new network and plan your trip at rideDART.com today! Rides are free through June 30.

Capital Crossroads was honored to support the Greater Des Moines Partnership's recent intercity visit of more than 170 leaders from Commerce Lexington Inc.!

To showcase innovative approaches to workforce housing in our region, we hosted a delegation for a tour of Star Lofts along The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand and a conversation with Scott and Molly Cutler of Cutler Construction Company.

Regional Council Members representing the City of Waukee, Polk County Housing Trust Fund, and Hubbell Realty Company also joined The Partnership for a panel discussion on the state of housing in Central Iowa and how cross-sector collaboration plays a key role in driving progress.

Public transportation helps create vibrant communities, and vibrant communities help attract and retain top talent in our region.

For Dannie Patrick-Valentin, Senior Director of Community Impact for the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, a strong public transit system factors into regional quality of life and creates opportunities for young professionals to enjoy all our community has to offer.

Learn more about DART's new network and plan your trip at rideDART.com today!

New DART routes are officially up and running! 🚌

For the next several days, DART staff will be stationed at DART Central Station, Park Fair Mall, and Walmart in Windsor Heights to answer questions and help riders get on the right bus.

Check out this important take from Mak Sućeska, Manager of Operations for Global Neighbors in Polk County Iowa, on how these redesigned routes will better connect immigrants and refugees to critical services in the community.

Plan your trip at rideDART.com today!

A week of unity and celebration! ❤️

Iowa Juneteenth's event lineup offers something for the whole family. Whether you're joining the Jubilee, the golf outing, the Neighbors Day Celebration, or another gathering, every engagement is a chance to celebrate culture, community, and connection in Central Iowa.

Don't miss the chance to recognize leaders, enjoy local vendors, learn about community resources, and share good times with your neighbors.

Learn more and purchase tickets for required events here: https://www.iowajuneteenth.org/events.html

The Official Iowa Juneteenth Line Up for June Events!! You can purchase ticket for events that are required at https://www.iowajuneteenth.org/events.html

** Friday June 7: Embrace The Race 5K will be held at Raccoon River Park Trail, 2500 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines with activities beginning at 12:30pm. Enjoy an afternoon full of fitness and health. Sign up for the run and get active.

** Monday, June 15: Iowa Juneteenth Soiree will be held at Palms Restaurant, 1905 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines from 5pm - 7pm. A special catered meal provided by Palms will be provided. Enjoy an evening of community and culture as we prepare for a week of celebration. Limited seating available.

**Thursday, June 18: Iowa Juneteenth Jubilee will be held at the State Historical Building, 600 E Locust Street, Des Moines starting at 5pm. Join us for an evening to honor our high school essay award winners, community leader recognition, and an open forum discussion. Food catered by Mama Africa Catering, AJ's Catering, Barrata's Restaurant, Ruby B's Kitchen, and Chellie's Sugar Shack. Limited seating available.

**Friday, June 19: JUNETEENTH DAY!!! Iowa Juneteenth Golf Outing will be held at Top Golf Des Moines, 7680 Coachlight Drive, West Des Moines from 9am - 12pm. Bring the team or come as an individual to enjoy a game of Black Party. Hit anywhere on the green to score points and the highest earner wins. Prizes provided to the top leaders of the game. We are offering (2) sessions. Light refreshments provided. Limited seating available.

**Saturday, June 20: Neighbor's Day Celebration will be held at Western Gateway Park, 1000 Grand Avenue, Des Moines from 12pm - 6pm. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets!! The entire family and friends for a day of live music, great food, small business shopping, health connections, and community resources. We will provide a children play area full of fun activities. This is FREE to the everyone!!

All new DART bus routes launch this Sunday, June 14!

Throughout this month, Capital Crossroads will feature perspectives from local leaders on how a strong public transit system keeps our region moving forward 🚌 First up: DART CEO Erin Hockman.

Central Iowans can check out a new route for free through June 30th to learn how the reimagined system better connects to jobs, services, and community ✅

Plan your trip at rideDART.com today!

Central Iowa's commitment to regional collaboration was on full display at DMDC!

Thank you to the Greater Des Moines Partnership for bringing together 175 leaders from business, government, nonprofit, and education for three action-packed days of connection, advocacy, and inspiration in our nation's capital 🇺🇸

Whether it was advocating for workforce housing, transportation, career pathways, or another regional priority, it was powerful to see leaders work together to create sustainable pathways to success and wellbeing for everyone in Central Iowa.

When communities work together, great things happen 🚌🏡🌳🚴‍♀️🏢

Last Friday, we were proud to join regional partners in hosting nearly 75 elected officials, business leaders, and community stakeholders for a sneak preview of DART’s new Route 4, a Crosstown loop that connects five metro cities for the first time.

This tour highlighted how thoughtful planning and coordinated investments in transportation, housing, placemaking, and economic development help create connected communities, expand opportunity, and support growth throughout Greater Des Moines.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible. We’re grateful to be part of a network of partners committed to moving our entire region forward, together 💛

Learn about DART’s new routes, launching June 14, at https://www.ridedart.com/

Polk County Housing Trust Fund
Des Moines Area MPO
Greater Des Moines Partnership
City of Des Moines - Government
City of Urbandale, Iowa
City of Clive
City of Windsor Heights, Iowa
City of West Des Moines - Government