LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
ECICOG is committed to supporting local leaders and communities through accessible, practical learning opportunities. Whether you’re exploring new approaches, staying current on emerging issues, or learning from peer experiences, the goal is to strengthen local capacity and spark collaboration throughout East Central Iowa.
WEBINARS
Turbo Talks
ECICOG Turbo Talk: Vanpooling in The Region- How the CorridorRides Vanpool Program Can Help
November 17th
at 1:00 PM
CorridorRides VanPool
Lunch and Learn
CorridorRides VanPool connects commuters with transportation. Watch the recording.
The Innovation Lab
The Innovation Lab network is helping communities to convert unused spaces into entrepreneurial hubs. Watch the webinar recording.
2023 Rental Inspection Program
ECICOG is offering a new rental inspection program which debuts in early
Hometown Pride
The Hometown Pride program provides a community coach to assist participating towns to
2024. The inspections would help to ensure rental housing is safe for occupants and meets state and city codes. Watch the webinar recording.
to build on their unique strengths. Watch the webinar recording.
Homes for Iowa
Homes for Iowa uses Iowa Prison Industries to produce moderately priced homes and transports them. Watch the webinar recording.
ECICOG Turbo Talk:
Regional Transportation Funding Pre-Application Workshop
October 15th at 1:30 PM
ECICOG Turbo Talk:
Lead Hazard
Reduction Grant​
July 14th at 1:00 PM
ECICOG Turbo Talk:
Derelict Buildings​​​
August 20th at 1:30 PM
ECICOG Turbo Talk:
East Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund​
ECICOG Turbo Talk:
I380 and 380 Express Service Changes​
Commercial Facades Program &
Downtown Revitalization Program​
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CDBG Water/Sewer Financial Assistance Program (WTFAP)​
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IEDA Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) Grant​
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IEDA Catalyst Grant​
View the slides here
View the recording here
Events
Data Centers for Local Governments 101
Check out the presentations from the event held on October 16, 2026 .
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ECICOG 2026 Local Government Recharge Day
Check out the presentations from the 2026 Local Government Recharge Day.
ECICOG 2025 Local Government Recharge Day
Check out the presentations from the 2025 Local Government Recharge Day.
