Rep. Zach Nunn, U.S. Representative for Iowa's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot
Rep. Zach Nunn, U.S. Representative for Iowa's 3rd District | Official U.S. House headshot
U.S. Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) has secured an investment of over $1.8 million for the Walnut Creek Family YMCA in West Des Moines. This federal investment aims to improve community health and wellness, expand youth development programming at the YMCA, and enhance the safety of the facility.
"The YMCA is a place where young people can connect, grow, and learn in a safe environment," said Rep. Nunn. "The aging facility at Walnut Creek Family YMCA needs improvements. With this investment, we’re doing the most good for the most people to improve a community staple."
Rep. Nunn secured $1,808,000 through the community project funding process that allows members to designate funding for critical initiatives. The funding was included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 which was signed into law on Saturday, March 4, 2024.
"The Walnut Creek YMCA stands as a cornerstone of the Western Polk County community," said Cameron Nicholson, CEO of the YMCA of Greater Des Moines. "With the proposed enhancements to our facilities, we are set to significantly elevate and broaden our services to children, families, and seniors. We are immensely grateful for Congressman Zach Nunn's leadership and advocacy in securing federal funding for these vital renovations."
The $1.8 million investment will be used for essential renovations to the entrance and main lobby, relocation of front offices to develop a multipurpose space, and expansion of youth development programming at the YMCA.
Rep. Nunn announced this new funding during a press conference at the Walnut Creek Family YMCA in West Des Moines with Cameron Nicholson.
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