ANNOUNCEMENTS

ECICOG’s announcements are available bi-monthly for the East Central Iowa community. Read ECICOG announcements, economic development information, regional transportation updates, and more!

Cedar Rapids and Marion to LaunchNew Housing Rehabilitation Programs

ECICOG’s housing department is preparing to roll out two owner-occupied rehabilitation programs in the metro area of Linn County: The...

Coalition Establishes Middle Iowa Watershed Authority

In June, stakeholders from the middle section of the Iowa River Watershed formed the Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority (MIWMA),...

380Express Soon Will Sport a New Look

The 380Express, a popular bus service between Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, is getting a new wardrobe. The “wraps” that cover the exterior...

Olin Digs in to Build Community Garden With 5-2-1-0 Grant

The town of Olin has a brand-new community garden, thanks to the collaboration of individuals and several organizations who convened in...

Hometown Pride Project Aims to Save Shellsburg Icon

The Shellsburg Hometown Pride Committee recently identified the restoration of the iconic Gold Medal Flour Mural as a top priority and...

CDBG Grant Brings New Playground Equipment to Ainsworth

This spring, the City of Ainsworth installed new playground equipment with help from a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), which...

ECICOG Welcomes New Environmental Specialist

Josh Ventling is joining the Environmental Services Department as an Environmental Specialist. Josh graduated from the University of Iowa...

Don't Miss Out! Cedar Rapids to Host League of Cities' Annual Conference

The Iowa League of Cities will hold its annual conference and Exhibit on September 20-22 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids...

Help Us to Plan for Trails and Sidewalks in our Region

Do you want to see more sidewalks and trails for walking and biking in and around your community? ECICOG is working on a new Active...

ECICOG Administering Johnson CountyHousing Rehabilitation Program

Johnson County recently contracted with ECICOG to administer a new Home Rehabilitation and Emergency Repair Program using funds...

IEDA Downtown Forum to Be Held in Mount Vernon

The Iowa Downtown Resource Center, a program of Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA), will offer four interactive downtown forums...

Iowa Waste Exchange Finds Ways to Divert Usable Materials From Landfills

Iowa’s landfills already contain far too much waste that could have been reused, but thanks to the Iowa Waste Exchange (IWE), about 4...

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