We have the Power to Make an Impact

Hi Everyone!

Just a quick update here for our petition to get signage for the business district of the Columbus Park/McKinley School area! Many of you grew up, visited or live in this area. I would love to take a moment and give you a chance to close your eyes and dream. If you have the chance to support our current businesses in the Little Italy area, what else would you want to bring to our area?

We are not just asking for signage but a community to come together and continue supporting this area to make an impact. Whether you dream of bringing in a gelato shop, beautifying our sidewalks, or sharing memories of the past we want to hear your dream!

We want to make a community impact to benefit everyone in the neighborhood, those who live on the Southside, anyone who lives in Des Moines and invite travelers to experience the love our Little Italy. 

If you haven't shared this petition yet PLEASE do so! It is important for us to get our signage as the first step so that we can celebrate and start dreaming!

Jenny Caito-Ellingson and Pavla DeFrancisco