Mayor Frank Cownie

Frank is a business owner who was born and raised in Des Moines. He has served as an elected official of Des Moines since 2002.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Get some exercise in this gorgeous mild weather this spring!  But lets always remember to observe social distancing and wear protective masks and lets Stay Home - Stay Healthy when ever you can. Good health means everything to you, your family, friends and fellow workers!

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

I announced today the City of Des Moines will extend the freeze on permits for public events and activities through July 1 and extending the closure of its administration buildings until June 15.
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[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Lets try to protect ourselves and others..... even when we venture out for necessities... we are, lets do it together.... Stay Home - Stay Healthy....

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

“I want to reaffirm to Des Moines residents that we must be disciplined about social distancing and limited contact. Staying home and staying healthy is the best way to protect our family, friends and coworkers,” Cownie said.
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[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

@climatestrikeia I would be happy to meet with you. Please let me know the best way to schedule a meeting with your organization.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Residents spoke and we listened - the single largest Capital Improvement Plan in the history of Des Moines. We are also allocating $3 million a year for sidewalk repairs near schools and priority traffic routes. Keep sharing your thoughts.
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[City of Des Moines @DesMoinesGov]

Follow @polkcohealth for helpful tips to stay safe and healthy! City of #DesMoines leaders are working closely with emergency response officials monitor the global impact of the coronavirus disease.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

The Climate Crisis needs to be addressed and it needs to be addressed NOW. Today we marched to ensure that the media is paying attention. #climatecrisisparade

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Mayor Cownie receiving “Distinguished Achievement Award in Public Service” from the Chinese Association of Iowa, Saturday - Chinese New Year.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Mayor Cownie addressing Climate Change Crisis Forum during US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting today in Washington, DC.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

It was an honor to attend the Martin Luther King, Jr. prayer breakfast at the Knapp Center yesterday. Never know who you are going to run into...... Great event! #YangGang #YangGang2020

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the citizens of Des Moines for another 4 years. I look forward to continuing to meet citizens where they are at. We need everyone's input to continue to move Des Moines forward. Please reach out with your thoughts and ideas.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Happy New Year!

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

There was an outpouring of well wishes tonight from friends and supporters to bid farewell to a selfless public servant. Thank you for your friendship @ColemanIowa! Don’t be a stranger.

[Chris Gothner @Chris_Gothner]

Bridge between Gray’s Lake Park and Gray’s Station development will be named the “Chris and Marcie Coleman Bridge.” @KCCINews

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Today we celebrated an end of an era. Thank you, @ColemanIowa, for your service to the residents of Des Moines. Des Moines is a world-class city because of Chris’ vision and leadership. I will personally miss Chris each Monday at City Council meetings.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support! I look forward to serving the residents of Des Moines for another term as mayor. I will continue to collaborate with our residents, businesses, unions, and neighborhood leaders to move Des Moines forward.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Polls close in ONE hour. If you haven’t already done so, I would appreciate it if you would get out and vote for Cownie.

[Mayor Frank Cownie @cowniefordsm]

Do you have one of these? If not, you have 2 hours to get to the polls and vote. I would appreciate your vote, so we can keep Des Moines moving forward. Polls close at 8 PM.