2017 Iowa Hunger Directory 2017 Edition | Page 430

Office of Des Moines Mayor Franklin Cownie DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Amanda Romer EMAIL amromer@dmgov.org Des Moines Mayor Franklin Cownie works with his fellow council members for continued sustainable growth in the city of Des Moines that will have long-term benefits to the community; advocating improvement in the quality of development in both residential and commercial sectors. Mayor Cownie is a strong supporter of hunger relief in Des Moines and is also gaining national recognition through his leadership roles with the U.S. Conference of Mayors. He is a member of the U.S. Conference of Mayors Advisory Board and is a Co-Chair of the Hunger and Homelessness Task Force. PHONE 515-283-4054 OFFICE ADDRESS 400 Robert D Ray Drive, 2nd Floor Des Moines, IA 50309 TYPE OF WORK Government Agency COUNTIES Polk Page | 429 HOW TO HELP Individuals and groups are encouraged to help end hunger and homelessness in Des Moines through the Des Moines Community Action Agency. Use the form on the City of Des Moines website to request an appearance by Mayor Cownie at an event.