The Des Moines City Council held their regular meeting on Thursday night, Sept. 26, 2024.
They heard a presentation by Lighthouse Northwest, a local non-profit that provides resources to victims of domestic violence.
The council also voted to sell a parcel of land near the Des Moines Creek Trail as part of a long-planned development agreement.
Additionally, they approved the creation of a special fund for money from the proposed public safety levy.
Lighthouse Northwest Presentation
A proclamation was read recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and a representative of Lighthouse Northwest gave an update to Council on the work of her organization, which is supported in part by city funds.
Lighthouse NW is a faith-based non-profit that provides resources and housing to victims of domestic violence. They offer a community living home for up to two years, during which time residents are provided with services and education to help them transition to a new, thriving, and independent life. Lighthouse also provides a community support group that is open to women of all ages who have experienced domestic abuse. In October, they will be starting a group for men who have been victims of domestic violence.