Apr 19, 2022 - News

Des Moines eyes adding a day care and track to new rec center plans

A drawing of a proposed recreation center in Des Moines.

Drawings courtesy of MA Architecture via the City of Des Moines

A day care, a track and a larger basketball court might be part of a new North Side Community Recreation Center, according to city planners' presentation to the Des Moines City Council Monday.

State of play: Des Moines has budgeted $12 million for the new center, which will replace the John R. Grubb Community YMCA at 1611 11th St.

  • The city would need to raise up to $6 million more for the extra features.

What's ahead: The city will finalize a design sometime next year.

  • An opening date is expected in 2025 or 2026.
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