WHAT YOU CAN COUNT ON WHEN YOU ELECT JENNIE DOKE-KERNS TO WDM CITY COUNCIL WARD 1
Jennie will be a staunch advocate for an inclusive and welcoming West Des Moines that attracts new residents while thoughtfully preserving our history and the many things that make our city unique. She will work tirelessly to represent the interests of Ward 1 and all West Des Moines residents.
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Ward 1 deserves to be represented by an individual who can bring stakeholders together for the betterment of our community. Jennie Doke-Kerns pledges to work hard to grow and foster much-needed relationships between the City Council, the City Manager’s Office, the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, and our fantastic West Des Moines schools. Ward 1 needs a council member that understands that our city will be stronger when we work together toward our common goals.
Finally, and most important of all, Jennie pledges to show up and represent everyone. She wants Ward 1 to know who their city council person is, and feel confident that she is working for them.
Issues That Matter to West Des Moines
Strong Public Schools.
Advocating for robust public education, I've supported increased funding for schools struggling with inflation, championed teacher empowerment in wages and learning environments, and opposed legislation harming special needs services. I've fought against private school vouchers, ensuring diverse post-grad options including universities, colleges, and trade apprenticeships for Iowa students.
Support Working Families.
Restore collective bargaining rights for public workers in Iowa, introduced Iowa’s first comprehensive paid family leave legislation, raising the minimum wage, bring back lost workers compensation benefits and restore lost unemployment benefits for seasonal workers and workers impacted by plant closures.
Safer, Stronger Communities.
I’ve supported infrastructure improvements and done so by preferences to favor the use of American made, and Iowa made, products in public construction. I’ve supported expanded law enforcement training and operations to keep communities safe, and taking better care of first responders injured in the line of duty.
Let's Work Together for the People of WDM Ward 1
Jennie will work hard to grow and foster much-needed relationships between the City Council, the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce, and our fantastic WDM schools. Ward 1 needs a council member that understands that our city will be stronger when we work together toward our common goals. Will you join us?
