"Birdland has filtration issues, mechanical issues built in the 1920s," said Ben Page, Des Moines Parks and Recreation director. Page said Birdland Pool is the least used city pool. Closing it after ...

Birdland Pool, a favorite summer hangout spot on Des Moines' north side, could be shuttered in the wake of the city's looming budget deficit. Parks and Recreation Director Ben Page and Des Moines ...

Des Moines city leaders are addressing a $17 million budget shortfall by planning cuts that aim to minimize the impact on ...

Des Moines has released its proposed budget for the next fiscal year, outlining what cuts are being made to address an $17 ...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Advocates of a possibly-endangered Des Moines landmark are urging city leaders to consider two things about Birdland Pool: its place in the community and its place in history.

If you see fire or smoke near Gray's Lake, don't be alarmed. The Des Moines Parks and Recreation is conducting prescribed burns through the lake on Wednesday, according to a post on Facebook.

Des Moines Parks and rec director Ben Page says birdland pool is Closing it after the 2025 swimming season would save 200 thousand dollars in the operating budget and 2 to 3 million dollars in ...