Regional Success Stories

Read about the success our regional partners have had working individually and in collaboration with other partners to advance comprehensive economic development strategies in the Eastern Iowa Region.

City of Cedar Rapids J'nae Peterman honored at Housing Iowa Awards

Nov 7

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City of Cedar Rapids J'nae Peterman honored at Housing Iowa Awards

The City of Cedar Rapids, as well as Homeless Systems Manager J’nae Peterman, were honored Sept. 4 by the Iowa Finance Authority as part...

Johnson County launches Wage Enhancement Program for childcare workers

Apr 1

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Johnson County launches Wage Enhancement Program for childcare workers

By Greater Iowa City, Inc January 16, 2024 As a public-private partnership, this program targets a key bottleneck in childcare...

Johnson County expanding high-speed broadband in rural areas

Apr 1

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Johnson County expanding high-speed broadband in rural areas

By Greater Iowa City, Inc January 30, 2024 In May 2023, Johnson County earned Broadband Intervention Zone status for three areas. The...

Programing on affordable housing fuels a thriving economic ecosystem in Johnson County, Iowa

Apr 1

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Programing on affordable housing fuels a thriving economic ecosystem in Johnson County, Iowa

February 13, 2024 From policy discussions and legislative forums to practical insights from industry professionals, Greater Iowa City,...

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