# City Council Meeting  - September 21, 2026

The City Council meeting of West Des Moines, Iowa, held on September 21, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions involved approval of multiple ordinance amendments related to traffic codes, no parking zones, and urban renewal areas. The council approved a major site plan modification for a 4,000 square foot storage building for West Des Moines Community Schools, contingent on a permanent grading easement. Additionally, the council approved conveyance of a permanent electric easement to Mid-American Energy Company and authorized garage door replacements at fire and EMS stations 17 and 22. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing and approving an ordinance regulating e-bikes and personal transportation mobility devices, with detailed debate on age restrictions, registration, and safety concerns. The council also received an extensive annual report and workshop presentation from the West Des Moines Public Library, highlighting a planned $3.5 million expansion project supported by a $1 million anonymous donation and city matching funds. The library expansion includes new meeting rooms, staff workspace improvements, and a playscape to enhance early literacy efforts. The council emphasized community engagement and donor coordination for funding these capital projects. No votes indicated opposition, and several motions passed unanimously, reflecting strong support for the library initiatives and transportation ordinance updates.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Education
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 21, 2026

### Sources
- [City Council Meeting  - September 21, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55iwNlAvTQ4) - City of West Des Moines, Iowa