Why I'm Running
You Can Count on Me To:
About Chris Coleman
“I will do all I can to make Des Moines a city that creates opportunities for every resident in every neighborhood. I am inspired by the many citizens and groups, including the City Council, who have worked to ensure Ward 1 was represented at the City Hall. We are a lucky community to have such strong citizen participation. I want to serve them; and I know my experience can help us get started on day one,” says Chris Coleman.
"My life story can be told in the neighborhoods of Ward One. I was fortunate to serve on the city council at
a time when this city began to really take shape, and I am more excited to lead our community now than I ever have been."
My priorities for Ward 1:
1. Security: Support for police and fire responders as they address ever increasingly demanding situations
2. Community: Invest in neighborhoods, especially our parks and places where we celebrate family, culture, and diversity
3. Responsibility: Keep taxes low while funding our priorities
4. Civility: Unite community leaders to tackle crime, access to mental health services, and food insecurity
About Chris Coleman
You Can Count on Me To:
About Chris Coleman
Coleman, a Beaverdale resident, is the President of the Iowa Better Business Bureau. The first half of his career was at the United Way. He was a founding member of the Beaverdale Neighborhood Association and a past officer. Chris is a tested and accomplished community leader; he is the only person to be elected to lead four critical regional government groups: Metro Planning Organization, Catch Des Moines, Metro Waste Authority, and the Homeless Coordinating Council. Chris is a proud father of five children, each of whom is an engaged community citizen. Chris is active in his church and neighborhood; but he is a poor pickleball player—you can see for yourself on Tuesdays at Waveland where he plays in the City’s Beginner League.
You Can Count on Me To:
You Can Count on Me To:
You Can Count on Me To:
1. Bring civility and respect to City Hall
2. Keep our neighborhoods safe
3. Be a watchdog for our tax dollars
4. Address the needs of our most vulnerable citizens
5. Invest in neighborhoods and protect our parks
I am uniquely equipped to step in and make an immediate impact. I have spent most of my career advocating for Des Moines, building relationships with city leaders, and creating programs that propel us for a successful future. I hope I can count on your support.
There are a few easy ways to get involved:
1. Encourage your friends and family in Ward 1 to support my campaign
2. Request a yard sign on your property
3. Follow me on social media to keep up on campaign happenings