By: Virginia Barreda
More than 2,300 people participated in Des Moines' budget survey helping the city prioritize as it looks to cut $12 million from the upcoming budget.
Virginia Barreda is a City Government Reporter at the Des Moines Register. She covers local government, politics, and public policy, focusing on the Des Moines city government and community issues, while also exploring themes related to construction, real estate development, and the housing market. Virginia's work has been featured in various outlets including Statesman Journal, Yahoo News, and USA TODAY.
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Virginia Barreda's reporting is heavily focused on local government and politics in Des Moines, Iowa. She covers a wide range of topics including city government, local politics, public transportation, COVID-19 impact at the local level, and mayoral elections.
Given her focus on government announcements and the local community, she would likely welcome pitches that provide insights into key issues impacting Des Moines residents or expert commentary from individuals deeply involved in the political landscape of Des Moines. This could include interviews with city officials, candidates running for office in Des Moines or experts with specific knowledge related to public policy at the local level.
Pitches offering unique perspectives on how national policies impact life in Des Moines or how other cities have successfully tackled similar issues might also resonate well with Virginia.
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