Joe Pietruszynski - Executive Vice President, Hubbell Russ Trimble - West Des Moines Mayor
Dig It - A Real Estate Podcast
<p>Don't be fooled by the impressions, today we have the wicked mayor of the West (joking), Mayor Russ Trimble joining us! Trimble knew he wanted to be mayor by the age of 10 and he didn't let anything get in his way. On this mayoral segment, we're diving into some grand experiences coming to West Des Moines, exciting openings for the growing suburb, the importance of public transit and affordable housing and celebrating 100 years of West Des Moines! Let's cheers to another episode of Dig It! </p>
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<p><strong>Notable timestamps:</strong></p>
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<li><strong>00:00:00</strong> - Introduction to <em>Dig It</em>: A Real Estate Podcast by Hubbell Realty Company.</li>
<li><strong>00:00:11</strong> - Guest introduction: Mayor Russ Trimble of West Des Moines joins the conversation.</li>
<li><strong>00:00:51</strong> - Reflecting on a key project: Michael’s Landing development.</li>
<li><strong>00:03:36</strong> - Mayor Trimble’s journey from Milwaukee to West Des Moines.</li>
<li><strong>00:07:00</strong> - Mayor Trimble’s inspiration to pursue public service after seeing President Ronald Reagan.</li>
<li><strong>00:09:48</strong> - Discussion on affordable housing and innovative solutions in West Des Moines.</li>
<li><strong>00:15:56</strong> - West Des Moines’ efforts in quality-of-life amenities: Amphitheater, RecPlex, and more.</li>
<li><strong>00:24:02</strong> - Insight into the ambitious Grand Experience project.</li>
<li><strong>00:30:26</strong> - Addressing the importance of public transit alongside affordable housing.</li>
<li><strong>00:34:38</strong> - A lighter moment: Mayor Trimble endorses Oscar the Porcupine.</li>
<li><strong>00:39:00</strong> - A behind-the-scenes story: The craziest council meeting experience.</li>
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