A fifth-generation Iowan, father of two, and grandfather of six, Carl Voss has lived in Des Moines since 1971. While beginning his journalism career in the city as a photographer and editor for The Des Moines Register, he got to know the issues that Des Moines residents face and became increasingly involved in civic activities. In addition to currently serving as an at-large council member, Carl served as an interim City Council member (2013-14).

He represents the City of Des Moines Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policy Committee, the Des Moines Arts Festival Board, the Blank Park Zoo Foundation, Invest DSM, Neighborhood Investment Corporation, and the Joppa Village Coalition Board. Carl chairs the MPO’s Bike-Ped Roundtable.