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ECIAA Regional

Response to Local Needs

Prepared by the East Central Iowa Economic Development District under Economic Development Grant No. 05-83-0437503. The preparation of this report was financially aided (50% federal; 50% local) through a Federal grant from the Department of Commerce - Economic Development Adminstration authorized by the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 as amended.

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Annual Report

For period January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011

East Central Intergovernmental Association7600 Commerce Park

Dubuque IA 52002

563-556-4166www.ecia.org

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Contents

Section 1 - Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy ....3

Section 2 - Adjustments Including Analysis ...................................4

Adjustments Including Opportunities .................................11

Accomplishments Achieved, Quantifiable Deliverables,

Difficulties Encountered ........................................................13

Section 3 - Evaluation .................................................................... 28

Section 4 - Schedule ...................................................................... 29

2012 Proposed Scope of Work .................................................... 50


Section 1Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

Organization & Background

In 1978, ECIA received designation as an Economic Development District. As such, ECIA prepares a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) to coordinate economic development activities in the region. This makes cities/counties eligible to receive EDA grant/loan funds. Staff provides assistance to local governments, development corporations, chambers of commerce, businesses, and individuals in the ongoing implementation of the CEDS. The East Central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA) is a membership supported organization of local governmental bodies in Cedar, Clinton, Delaware, Dubuque, and Jackson Counties in eastern Iowa. ECIA provides services in the following categories: Community Development, Economic Development, Transportation Planning, Housing Assistance, Employment and Training and Rural Transit Services.

Community Development activities include grant writing, grant administration, comprehensive planning, technical advice related to city financial planning, codification of ordinances, building inspections, flood assistance, and the provision of census data and other information related to the operation of city/ county government.

E.C.I.A. Business Growth Inc., a non-profit corporation formed in 1982, provides low-interest loans to businesses for expansion that creates new or retains current jobs. The Small Business Administration is the primary funding source. E.C.I.A. Business Growth Inc. has extended loans in excess of $72,584,199. E.C.I.A. Business Growth has either created or retained more than 4,655 jobs. Business Growth Inc. also assists local communities in the administration of Revolving Loan Funds. These funds are loaned to businesses and industries, and the proceeds are returned to the local governments for future loans.

To help meet the area's workforce and commercial transportation needs, ECIA provides planning and technical assistance to various transportation organizations.

Established in 1978, the Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority (EIRHA) operates as a division of ECIA, which provides staff and administrative support. EIRHA has a separate Board of Directors, elected by EIRHA members. In the five-county area, EIRHA provides two programs of housingassistance benefiting low-income families and the elderly.

Since its inception in 1982, the Job Training Partnership Act, now known as the Workforce Investment Act (WIA), has been operating successfully to develop job training programs for qualified adults and youth. Under the administration of ECIA, the program provides job training services in Dubuque and Delaware Counties. ECIA staff works with educational institutions and employers to train people for ongoing full-time employment. Training is provided on the job and through technical training programs. The training programs help people obtain skills that enable them to compete successfully in the job market.


SECTION 2ADJUSTMENTS INCLUDING ANALYSIS OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

PROBLEMS AND OPPORTUNITIES

East Central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA) is in the second year of its five year CEDS cycle (2010¬2014). The CEDS is being utilized in the region to monitor and evaluate our long term economic goals and strategies and to coordinate the economic development activities in the region. This report submitted is the annual update of the CEDS for the 2011 calendar year. The CEDS document and the process that has been implemented act as tools for developing goals and strategies that will guide the economic growth of the region.

Throughout this past year, input for the development of this annual report was received from local community leaders, economic developers, schools, private business, etc. through public meetings and in person and electronic communication, which have assisted in guiding our vision for the economic future of the region. The 2011 CEDS Annual Report builds on the five-year CEDS and updates the region's progress in the past year for the adopted short- and long- range goals.

This report includes the updated Implementation and Evaluation Report that reflects the goals, and the schedule for completing those goals, for the region. The CEDS Committee, with input from local representation, updated the tasks, performance measures, schedule, and evaluation indicators for the region. The Implementation and Evaluation Report has been adjusted to indicate projects that have been completed (BOLD type) and projects that have either been updated or added (RED type). The report reflects a great deal of activity in the Improvement of Basic Public Works Goal with many projects either under construction or near completion.

In addition to the Implementation and Evaluation Report, the Results of the Plan have been updated as well and are included in this document. The Results of the Plan evaluates the overall activity in the job market, which is driven in part by the total economic development activity in the region. The jobs lost and gained in specific businesses for calendar year 2010 for the region have been listed.

Employment/Unemployment & PopulationThe chart to the right shows total employment by sector in 2006, 2009 and 2010. Stability in some sectors is countered by employment reductions and expansions in others, with the greatest gains being made in professional and business services and education and health services. The greatest losses were seen in the manufacturing and information sectors.

In the past year, the region gained 735 total jobs, but we have not yet returned to the employment levels of 2006 (1).

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Economic activity for the region was weaker than in previous years, with high levels of job loss and above average unemployment rates. As can be seen in the maps below, between 2006, 2009, and 2010, unemployment levels rose dramatically across the country and the state of Iowa. Given poor economic conditions at the national level, the local economy has remained slightly above average. Unemployment rates for the State of Iowa have remained lower than the national average and unemployment rates for the region also came in below the national average during the reporting period.

Unemployment rates by county, 2006 annual averages

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Local Area Unemployment StatisticsSOURCE:

Unemployment rates by county, 2009 annual averages


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Unemployment rates by county, September 2010 – August 2011 averages


14.0% and over12.0% to 13.9%10.0% to 11.9% 8.0% to 9.9% 6.0% to 7.9% 4.0% to 5.9% 3.9% or lowerBureau of Labor Statistics


The most recent 2011 weighted average regional unemployment rate is 5.3%, down from 5.7% in 2010 (8). The State of Iowa rate is down to 6.1% from 6.8% as of August 2011 but remains substantially below the current U.S. national rate of 9.1% (8).

Iowa’s population continued to grow for the 22nd straight year, constituting its longest period of sustained growth since 1900, according to the U.S. Census Bureau (11). The State’s population has increased every year since 1988. Population growth has not been divided evenly across the state with most of the growth occurring in or near metropolitan counties.

Polk County, the state’s largest and home to the capital city of Des Moines, expanded by 15%. Linn County grew more than 10% despite a massive flood in 2008 that ruined thousands of homes and buildings. Johnson County, home to the University of Iowa, gained 18%. Much growth took place in the Des Moines suburbs, including West Des Moines, up 22%; Ankeny, up 68%; and Urbandale, up 36% (10).

“The losses in rural Iowa are driven by a movement from factories and other goods-producing industries to more retail businesses,” according to Iowa State University sociologist David Peters (11). He also attributes some of the losses to the combination of older residents dying and younger Iowans leaving for the bigger cities. He predicts rural Iowa will continue a historic trend of merging school districts and other government services. “Fewer jobs will exist,” Peters says, and “small towns will slowly vanish”. “What we’re going to see by midcentury is a vastly depopulated Corn Belt and Great Plains,” Peters says. “You’re going to see ghost towns reappear” (11).

RegionalismRegionalism remained a priority this past year. ECIA continued the Prosperity Eastern Iowa initiative. Prosperity Eastern Iowa is a regional economic development organization comprised of representatives from local governments, economic development organizations, colleges, utilities, and other interested parties in three of the five counties in the ECIA region as well as Jones County.

In 2008, Prosperity Eastern Iowa developed a long term marketing strategy and budget for the future of the organization. Through that process, the mission of Prosperity changed slightly, “The mission of


Prosperity Eastern Iowa is to successfully market and position the regional product as a competitive place to do business and generate new business investments that will grow the regional economy.” Recent funding cuts at the state level will require this group to reevaluate their mission, goals, and funding strategy.

Prosperity Eastern Iowa has continued to expand the Buyer Supplier initiative. The goal of the program is to encourage companies to shift 5% of their out of region spending back into the region, making regional connections to suppliers. Interesting facts include: $8.7 billion is spent annually on goods and services from out-of-region suppliers. $6.5 billion of that goes to non-regional companies for which there is an existing industry of that kind in the region. $326 million annually could go directly back into the regional economy with just a 5% shift in spending habits. Those dollars `multiply’ and could increase the regionwide impact to $458 million and could result in over 3500 jobs annually. In the fourth year of the program, we have over 1300 companies registered online, up from 600 registered last year. Over the past year, we have partnered with Northeast Iowa Business Network to expand the geographical coverage of the program to include nine counties. We also partnered with the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce to import their membership database into the program. We continue to work with local foods groups to assist with making connections between local producers and their potential markets in the food service and hospitality industries.

Economic ActivityIn 2009, Governor Culver requested the Legislature create an Iowa Jobs (I-JOBS) state investment program, through the issuance of bonds rather than raising taxes. During the 2009 and 2010 sessions, the Legislature created an $875 million I-JOBS program, a state recovery package designed to create/retain jobs, rebuild communities impacted by the natural disasters of 2008 , invest in Iowa’s infrastructure, and promote long-term economic growth. Although this was a controversial program, 2,091 projects were funded statewide with 90 of those in the five-county ECIA region. The region-wide total I-JOBS funding was $6,758,751. Many of these projects have been under construction in 2010, 2011 and are just being completed. the funding had a lasting impact on the region during 2011.

Land values in the region and at the state level continued to increase. The average price of an acre is now $5,054. Land values have more than doubled since 2003 when the average farmland acre cost $2,200. Economists in Iowa believe the bio-fuel economy is driving the land price increase. As can be seen in the graph to the right, land prices remained relatively steady through the 1970s, rising quickly and then falling during the 1980’s with a steep increase during the 2000’s. Currently, the region is home to one ethanol and one biodiesel plant. This increase in local demand has led to increased crop prices and the ability to add value to crops within the region rather than shipping out raw commodities for manufacturing elsewhere.

Iowa Farmland Values 1900-2010 (average value/acre)


In the Dubuque area, tourism remained steady, but fared slightly weaker than the state average of 8.5% (12). Tourism dollars in our region increased from $254 million to $275 million in the last year, an increase of 8.3% (3). Tourism managers in the region say that collaborative partnerships, strategic advertising and great natural amenities continue to lure visitors to the region and garner statewide attention for the quality of tourist venues in the area.

The Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, serving the metro area in the ECIA region, is in the fourth year of a five-year campaign for economic growth. The campaign, known as “Destination for Opportunity”, has four main goals:

1. Create 5,500 net, new jobs to bring our workforce to a record of 61,800* by December of 2012 in the Dubuque County area (7). Job growth will be tracked by utilizing the Iowa Department of Workforce Development’s official, monthly statistics. Current Workforce: 57,200 (*Job numbers are periodically bench-marked by the Iowa Workforce Development and may change the base number.) Annual progress is shown in the chart below.

The regional workforce has seen growth over the past year with an increase of approximately 3,000 workers from September 2010 to September 2011; the regional workforce is currently 114,530 (1).

2. $300 million in new commercial construction projects in Dubuque County. We will track construction using the official information that is provided by the City of Dubuque’s Building and Permits Department and Dubuque County Assessor’s office. Current Commercial Construction: $287,229,966 (2003- 2011) (2).

3. Targeted wages for new jobs will be $16+ per hour or an average annual income of $33,280 which is the 2010 national average. Dubuque County wage levels will be monitored using the official data released by the Iowa Department of Workforce Development and the Iowa Department of Economic Development. The current unadjusted wage rate is $17.57 (5). Annual progress is shown in the chart on the following page.

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4. Increase the Dubuque County projected population by 6 percent (5,357) from 89,143 in 2000 to 94,500 in 2012. The official population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau and Claritas will be used to monitor Dubuque County’s population growth. The current Dubuque County population is 93,653 (11). Annual progress is shown in the chart below.

The regional population has made gains similar to those of Dubuque County in the past 10 years, but has not returned to its peak population which occurred in 1980. The population decreased dramatically, regionwide throughout the 1980s, dropping back to 1960 levels with the 1990 Census.

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ChallengesIowa’s looming shortage of skilled workers threatens the State’s economy, business leaders and state department leaders told the State Legislature this past year. The State will have roughly 100,000 vacancies within the next five years according to Iowa Workforce Development. One major employer in the ECIA region, John Deere, told state lawmakers that more than 50% of some segments of their work forces are eligible for retirement within the next five years. It has also been indicated that college and high school educations are not keeping up with the demand in such areas as math and science careers. Businesses were surveyed in 2011 and cited their need for qualified, technically skilled employees as their greatest need in planning expansion. Based on the survey, the majority of employers (87.5%) would hire an employee who has a high school equivalent with a specialized training certificate in their industry and 78% feel that experience can substitute for education. This workforce issue and shortage of employees is very real in the ECIA region. If the local labor pool dries up, it could create a perfect storm of collapsing factors, eroding the region’s economic success.

Iowa Workforce Development completed a Workforce Needs Assessment in October 2011. Employers in the region were asked to indicate the number of workers that will be eligible to retire within the next seven years. Based on the responses, the number of retirees appears to be greatest in education (30.4%), healthcare (25.9%), and manufacturing (14%) (6). The assessment also looked at the methods employers are undertaking to retain retirement aged employees and their plans once retirees have left the workforce including flexible work schedules and increased wages (6). Retirement eligibility by industry and occupation can be seen in the following figures from the IWD report (6).

Another workforce issue in Iowa and in the ECIA region is the gender wage gap. The 2011 “ State of Working in Iowa” report, compiled by the Iowa Policy Project indicated that the wage disparity in Iowa is present, but decreasing. Women continue to be paid less than men in the same jobs, but females in Iowa made greater gains than at the national level. However, this appears to be due to a decline in the earnings of men rather than an increase in the earnings of women.

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While the number of retirees can be somewhat hard for employers to gauge as they look toward the future, Figure 24 presents the annual estimated number of eligible retirees through 2013. Recognizing that some employees will not retire the year that they first become eligible, employers were asked not to double count employees who were eligible to retire in subsequent years.

For example, an employee eligible to retire in 2009 that continues to work is counted as an eligible retiree in 2009 but not in 2010. This explains why the first year (2009) estimate is much higher than in years that follow. This number also includes an accumulation of employees who became eligible to retire prior to 2009 and are still employed. According to the survey, an average of 1.1 percent of the region’s workforce becomes eligible for retirement each year (737 divided by total employment of about 66,250 workers). Future analysis of trend data will help us understand how many retirement eligible workers are remaining in the workforce and for how long.

The future year estimates in subsequent reports will reflect employees who did not retire in the year they actually were eligible as they may choose to continue their employment because of retention efforts by employers.

Figure 24 Estimate of Those Eligible to Retire

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Figure 25 shows the estimated percentage of potential worker loss due to retirement by industry. In the next five years, there will be a significant number of workers eligible for retirement from the educational services, healthcare & social services, manufacturing, and wholesale & retail trade industries.

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Figure 25 Retirement Eligibility by Industry

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Figure 28 shows how companies plan to fill vacant positions left behind from those who have retired. Of those who reported, 33.4 percent plan to use a combination of hiring outside workers along with promoting from within the company, 31.0 percent do not currently plan on filling these positions, 29.1 percent plan only to hire workers from outside the company, and 6.5 percent plan on only promoting from within the company.

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Figure 28 How Companies Plan to Replace Those Who Retire

Over three-fifths (61.9%) of employers indicated that they are engaged in retiree retention efforts. Figure 27 details employer responses regarding the strategies used to retain retirees. Nearly half (45.6%) of the employers are offering retirees a flexible work schedule; followed by increased wages and/or bonuses; a change in duties/responsibilities to take away from repetitiveness in the workplace; additional training to upgrade their skills; benefits to part-time employees; more recognition for work done; seasonal work schedules; benefits to retirees; and allowing telecommuting/working from home.

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Flexible work schedules 45.6%Increase wages and/or bonuses 39.4%Change in duties/responsibilites 21.9%Additional training 18.1%Benefits to part-time employees 17.5%More recognition 16.3%Seasonal work schedules 10.0%Benefits to retirees 6.9%Allow telecommuting/working from home 5.0%Other 5.0%

Occupational CategoryPercent Affected by Retirements

Office & Administrative Support 43.1%Management 26.3%Production 19.4%Healthcare Practitioner & Technical 16.3%Sales & Related 11.9%Transportation & Material Moving 11.9%Business & Financial Operations 10.6%Installation, Maintenance, & Repair 10.6%Education, Training, & Library 9.4%Construction & Extraction 6.9%Architecture & Engineering 6.3%Food Preparation & Serving Related 5.6%Healthcare Support 5.6%Legal 3.8%Building & Grounds Cleaning & Maintenance 3.1%Computer & Mathematical Science 2.5%Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, & Related 1.9%Community & Social Science 1.9%Farming, Fishing, & Forestry 1.9%Protective Service 1.3%Life, Physical, & Social Science 0.6%Personal Care & Service ** insufficient data reported

Figure 26 Retirement Eligibility within each Occupational Category

Figure 26 shows the percent of eligible retirement within each occupational category. Office & administrative support is the second largest occupational category among current vacancies (16.8%) (Figure 2, page 2), but is the largest occupational category among jobs potentially affected by retiring workers. While food preparation & serving related occupations make up 8.0 percent of the region’s current vacancies (Figure 2, page 2), they are not significantly affected by workers potentially retiring (5.6%). The occupational categories that will potentially be the most affected are: office & administrative support; management; production; and healthcare practitioner & technical.

Figure 27 Retiree Retention Efforts by Employers

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measured in 2010, at $2.60/hour in Iowa and $2.97/hour nationally. However, this appears to be largely due to a decline in the earnings of men.

Figure 11. While Women’s Wages have Risen, the Gender Wage Gap Remains

Source: EPI/IPP analysis of Current Population Survey data.

Another important indicator of wage is the worker’s level of education. The wage gain from attaining post-secondary education has been on the rise in Iowa for generations, with only a slight decline following the 2001 recession. In 2010, while a worker with a bachelor’s degree or higher was earning a median wage of $21.42/hour, a high school graduate was earning only $13.65/hour (see Figure 12). That is a difference of $7.77/hour, or in other words, a college graduate was earning a time and a half the wages earned by a high-school graduate.

Figure 12. Education Pays

Median hourly wage in Iowa by education, in 2011 dollars*

Source: EPI/IPP analysis of Current Population Survey data.

*There were not enough cases of less-than-high school educated workers for inclusion.

Gender Wage Gap in Iowa (9)


Regardless of gender, Iowa’s wages overall fall 88 cents behind the national average (median) of $16.00 (9). Iowa has lost ground since 2000, with the median wage falling $.04 cents to $15.02 in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars (9). This ranks Iowa 33rd in the nation while regionally, falling right in the middle, beating Kansas, Nebraska Indiana and South Dakota and lagging behind Missouri, Minnesota, Illinois and Wisconsin (9). Reaching the Greater Dubuque Development goal of $16+ per hour that was previously discussed will assist the region and state with providing wages closer to the national average. An increase in average wages will allow the region to more effectively compete for labor in the national marketplace.

Transportation/Air QualityIn July 2010, ECIA assumed management of the city of Dubuque’s transit system and has been busy seeking funding to replace the entire fleet from diesel to clean fuel to address the potential air quality concerns. The City recognizes that a redesigned transit system is critical to the success of their sustainability efforts. Therefore an operational analysis was completed in 2009 for the Keyline system which recommended a complete re alignment of the fixed routes as well as incorporating appropriate-sized vehicles and clean fuels technology.

Within this project there are two strategies that, when integrated, will create a “forward-reaching” transit model for small urban systems across the United States and will reduce our overall emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen (NOX) by 23.08%, Particulate Matter (PM) by 89.62%, Hydrocarbons (HC) by 86.92% and Carbon Monoxide (CO) by 48.46% saving $15,276,042 (EPA: Diesel Emissions Quantifier) and improving health by saving $546,000 in medical expenses (EPA: Diesel Emissions Quantifier) over the duration (10 years) of the project and will assist us in maintaining the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for ozone and carbon monoxide.

The subject of air quality directly impacts business expansion and production capabilities, and with the Dubuque Area being near the threshold for non-attainment, DMATS, Prosperity Eastern Iowa, multiple private businesses and other partners in the region have identified a rideshare carpooling option as one method for reducing vehicle miles traveled and corresponding carbon emissions. The Clinton area is also nearing the non-attainment threshold and is working closely with its transporation planning organization, Bi-State Regional Planning Commission, and the Iowa Department of Transportation to mitigate these air quality issues and avoid non-attainment status.

Natural DisastersThe ECIA region is still recovering and rebuilding from past flooding. Total damage in Iowa reached into the billions of dollars with over 25,000 properties damaged in Iowa and over 400 properties destroyed. Communities in the ECIA region are still working with federal and state agencies in demolishing and rebuilding homes. All of the region was effected but Cedar and Delaware Counties were among the areas hit the hardest. ECIA is the lead Council of Governments in Iowa to administer the emergency grant funds.

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Table 1. Iowa Loses Jobs with High ESI Coverage Rates, Gains Jobs with Low ESI Coverage

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Nat. Res. & Mining 2.2 78.4% 1.7 2 75.8% 1.5 -0.2 -0.1 -0.2 Construction 70.4 47.5% 33.4 63.7 44.0% 28.0 -3.2 -2.2 -5.4 Manufacturing 244.5 72.7% 177.8 206.2 69.6% 143.5 -27.8 -6.4 -34.2 Wholesale & Retail Trade 255.8 53.9% 137.9 241.6 50.5% 122.0 -7.7 -8.2 -15.9 Transp. & Utilities 57.4 66.9% 38.4 63.5 62.0% 39.4 4.1 -3.1 1.0 Information 37.8 73.0% 27.6 27.4 69.5% 19.0 -7.6 -1.0 -8.6 Financial Activities 93 65.8% 61.2 99.2 66.0% 65.5 4.1 0.2 4.3 Prof. & Bus. Services 109.1 57.4% 62.6 123.9 55.1% 68.3 8.5 -2.8 5.6 Educ. & Health Services 182 59.4% 108.1 216.1 57.1% 123.4 20.3 -5.0 15.3 Leisure & Hospitality 132.2 32.5% 43.0 137.8 26.3% 36.2 1.8 -8.5 -6.7

Other Services 57.4 40.1% 23.0 55.2 35.0% 19.3 -0.9 -2.8 -3.7

Private, nonfarm jobs 1241.8 1236.6 -8.6 -39.9 -48.5

Coverage rates from Elise Gould, EPI Briefing Paper #228 (Table 3). http://www.epi.org/publications/entry/bp283/

Job numbers from Economic Policy Institute analysis of Current Employment Statistics survey data.

In this tumultuous decade — spanning two recessions — Iowa’s nonfarm job base has been essentially flat (losing about 2,500 jobs). Discounting a small growth in government employment, the private nonfarm job base has lost about double that (5,200 jobs). But, as Table 1 underscores, the loss of good jobs has been much more pronounced. We have lost just under 50,000 jobs with health coverage — some of this total attributable to simple job losses, but most attributable to declining rates of coverage in the jobs that remain. These numbers, in turn, understate the impact of the decline in ESI on health coverage — since each covered job provides health insurance to the employee and family members. Accordingly, while the number of jobs offering health coverage fell by 48,500, the number of Iowans losing job-based coverage since 2001 is double that — over 96,000 as of 2009.10

Wages

Although Iowa was spared the worst ravages of the recession, its wage profile heading into the downturn was already weak. At the median wage (half of all workers earn more, half earn less), Iowa ranks fifth in the immediate region, and 33rd nationally, with a median wage ($15.02) about a dollar less than the national median (Table 2). Iowa was one of 10 states to see the real value of its median wage actually fall since 2000, with much of

Table 2. Iowa Median Wages have Fallen from 2000

50th Percentile Wages by State by Year (2010 dollars)**

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UNITED STATES $14.59 $14.65 $15.49 $16.00

regional nationalMinnesota $14.65 $15.09 $18.17 $17.54 1 11Wisconsin $15.15 $13.94 $15.49 $16.32 2 17Illinois $16.36 $16.03 $16.51 $16.21 3 19Missouri $13.84 $13.40 $15.77 $15.14 4 32Iowa $14.25 $13.35 $15.06 $15.02 5 33

Kansas $13.70 $13.41 $14.73 $14.97 6 34Indiana $14.44 $13.42 $15.14 $14.91 7 38Nebraska $13.10 $12.36 $13.46 $14.81 8 40South Dakota $11.66 $10.94 $13.71 $14.21 9 47

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Source: EPI analysis of Current Population Survey data.

** Using CPI-U-RS. Note: wage levels down from 10 years earlier are shown in red.


While recovering from the devastating floods of 2008, another round of flooding struck the region in May of 2010 and July of 2011. The following disaster declarations have impacted the region in the past 5 years (4):

2007: Severe Winter Storm Disaster Declaration FEMA-1688-DR - Cedar, Clinton and Jackson Counties

2008: Severe Winter Storm Disaster Declaration FEMA-1737-DR - Cedar and Clinton Counties Severe Tornados and Flooding FEMA-1763-DR - Cedar, Clinton, Delaware, Dubuque and Jackson Counties

2010: Severe Storms, Flooding and Tornadoes FEMA-1930-DR - Delaware, Dubuque and Jackson Counties

2011: Severe Storms and Flooding FEMA-4018-DR - Dubuque and Jackson Counties

A. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE STRATEGY INCLUDING OPPORTUNITIES

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) Economic Development Division completed a business survey in early 2011 which shed some light on the true educational attainment and occupational needs of businesses in the county. The breakdown of respondents by industry was: 18.6% manufacturing; 20.9% finance and insurance; and 16.3% healthcare and social services. 23.3% of survey respondents employ between 200-499 full-time positions. Some specific concerns expressed by businesses were relating to the looming baby boom generation retirements including the following: “As more of our seasoned workforce begins to near retirement, our incoming employees lack even the basic skill sets; we continue to upgrade the level of technology on our manufacturing floor, but without these basic skill sets we cannot begin to train employees to replace the more technical positions we have.” This is not surprising considering that surveyed businesses cited their need for qualified, technically skilled employees as their greatest need in planning expansion. Based on the survey, the majority of employers (87.5%) would hire an employee who has a high school equivalent with a specialized training certificate in their industry and 78% feel that experience can substitute for education.

Iowa Workforce Development(IWD) completed a 2011 Regional Workforce Needs Assessment. This tool provides employer information regarding both their current level of employment and their current and expected job vacancies. The survey provides excellent data for the region regarding the demand for, and the skills required of workers in the region. Some of the results are shown below; 68.8% of available jobs require no more than a high school education and 52.4% of the jobs require no experience.

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By comparing the Hiring Demand Index with the vacancy rates of an occupational category, we can see in which occupations is there a real unmet need for workers. It is also in these occupations that employers will need to pay a higher wage to attract qualified workers. This analysis can be an important tool for economic developers, policy-makers, educators, and job seekers.

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While the region has a large number of college graduates (18,000) due to the high number of four-year educational institutions, many of the employers have expressed a willingness and desire to employ individuals with basic skills that do not require a four-year degree such as workplace computing, project management, analyzing data and information, communicating with supervisors or subordinates, developing and working in teams, and interacting with computers. There is a large demand from the business community for specialized training in a variety of areas and the niche for our regional efforts will lie in addressing these issues while reengaging the unemployed and underemployed residents in the community.

In addressing the workforce challenges, ECIA through its Prosperity Eastern Iowa initiative continues to receive grant funding to enhance its interactive web site targeting the 14-25 year old population, www. accessmyfuture.com. This website provides information on high demand careers in the region as well as resources for internships, job seeker tips, and entrepreneurship. In addition to these efforts, members of Prosperity Eastern Iowa are also collaborating with existing workforce initiatives in the region. Many local economic development groups have initiated their individual efforts for their communities and continue to address location-specific workforce issues. Local firms have partnered with the area colleges and community colleges in the region by connecting students to internship programs funded by the local companies. Companies in the region are also offering more flexible work schedules, telecommuniting, incentives, etc. to attract and retain employees.

Through the DubuqueWorks project, recently funded by EDA technical assistance dollars, ECIA and other partner staff have begun researching workforce models and reengagement strategies throughout the United States. Most of these models have been developed for larger urban metro areas. This project addresses the need for additional research and planning to develop a workforce model for small metro and rural areas to be replicated through the larger ECIA region. The result of the project will be a completed business and staffing plan for outreach, training and scholarships for unemployed and underemployed to be enrolled in programs preparing them for high demand occupations.

AccoladesIn 2009, Dubuque was ranked number three for job creation by careerbuilder.com. In 2010, Forbes.com ranked Dubuque number one in projected job growth as well as best small city to raise a family. In 2008, Forbes.com ranked the Dubuque area at number 18 on its Best Small Places for Business and Careers. In 2007 Dubuque finished 15th. The consecutive top 20 ranking though is very positive for the region. In 2008, Milken Institute and Greenstreet Partners ranked Dubuque 39th among 179 U.S. small cities for their Best Performing Cities index. Dubuque soared 37 spots from last year besting allsmall metropolitan areas. References:

(1) Bureau of Labor Statistics. Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages. 2006, 2009, 2010. Excel file.

(2) City of Dubuque’s Building and Permits Department and Dubuque County Assessor. Total Commercial Construction Value. 2011. Excel file.

(3) Dubuque Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Dubuque Increases Tourism Impact to State of Iowa. 2011. PDF file.

(4) Federal Emergency Management Agency. Iowa Disaster History. 2011. Web. 31 Oct. 2011.

(5) Iowa Department of Economic Development. County Wage Thresholds July 2010. 2010. Excel file.

(6) Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Market and Workforce Information Division. Workforce Needs Assessment. 2011. PDF file.

(7) Iowa Workforce Development. Monthly Labor Force Summary. 2011. PDF file.

(8) Iowa Workforce Information Network. County Laborforce Data. 2010, 2011. Excel file.

(9) O’Connor, Noga, Colin Gordon, and Peter Fisher. The Iowa Policy Project: The State of Working in Iowa 2011. 2011. PDf file.

(10) Schulte, Grant. “Iowa Population Shifts from Rural to Urban”. USA Today. 17 Feb. 2011. Web.

(11) US Census Bureau. Population Estimates. 2010. Excel file.

(12) US Travel Association Research Department. The Economic Impact of Travel on Iowa Counties. 2011. PDF file.


B. Accomplishments Achieved, Quantifiable Deliverables, Difficulties EncounteredBased on approved scope of work for January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011

A. LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEETINGS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP MEETINGS: ECIA staff regularly attends meetings of local governments and local economic development groups to provide information and facilitate program implementation. 1. ECIA participates and sits on the Board of the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation and regularly attends their meetings at least quarterly. a. Accomplishments - GDDC has quarterly Board of Directors meetings and ECIA staff attended all four meetings this past year. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - ECIA attended all GDDC Board meetings this past year and also participated in their appointed DubuqueWorks committee addressing the employment needs in the region. Additionally, through participating in these board meetings, ECIA has been asked to participate in their workforce recruitment efforts and their sustainability programs. - ECIA staff participated in a subgroup of DubuqueWorks called Project HOPE and became very involved in facilitating meetings with GDDC, Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Northeast Iowa Community College, Dubuque Community School District, and City Housing Services focusing our efforts on planning and developing a re-engagement center. These meetings are held monthly and we held 10 in this past year. An EDA technical assistance grant was awarded to assist in hiring a consultant to research and develop a business plan for the re-engagement center and to connect to local businesses to participate and provide for continued financial stability. - GDDC and ECIA staff have developed a rural subcommittee focusing on rural economic development and are meeting monthly to discuss projects, company needs, loans, etc. Meetings began in October, 2011 and are scheduled throughout 2012. - ECIA staff and the GDDC and the City have partnered to do 3-D modeling for the GDDC available sites and buildings in the region. This is a two year contract and work began July 1, 2011. c. Difficulties - There were no difficulties with attending and participating in the GDDC meetings. - There was some resistance to pulling together the re-engagement core group and defining the lead agency and narrowing the focus to make it feasible and something that can be planned and implemented. However, the last several months of the meetings have been very positive and the project is moving forward. - The 3-D modeling is time consuming and excellent front head on photos are required to make a good product. Getting the photos was an issue but that has been resolved and those that are not directly involved in doing the 3-D modeling work do not necessarily understand the time it takes to build a model of one building. 2. ECIA staff regularly hosts and participates in City Clerk meetings in Delaware and Dubuque Counties and hosts two meetings a year of the regional city clerks. a. Accomplishments - ECIA staff attended 8 City Clerk meetings this past year in Delaware County and 4 meetings of the Dubuque County City Clerks. ECIA prepared the agendas for the meetings. ECIA hosted two region wide clerks meetings at our offices this past year and organized the speakers and the agendas. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - At the monthly Delaware and Dubuque County Clerks meetings five to ten clerks attend each month. Information sharing and problem solving has been their main focus and these lunches have been great networking opportunities to share their experiences. The regional clerks meetings held twice per year had overwhelming participation this past year with over 25 clerks from the region attending each meeting. c. Difficulties - There were no major difficulties with this activity this past year. 3. ECIA staff regularly attends and acts as the secretary for the Jackson County Mayors. Meetings are held monthly in Jackson County. a. Accomplishments - ECIA attended all six of the meetings this past year for the Jackson County Mayors and acted as the secretary for these meetings. The meetings focus on information sharing and emergency management issues. A major action this year was revitalizing the Crime Stoppers Program and dealing the Retro-Reflectivity (sign) requirements.


b. Quantifiable Deliverables - On the average 6 to 8 mayors and staff show up to these meetings. c. Difficulties - There were no difficulties with this activity this past year. 4. ECIA staff regularly participates in the RC&D meetings. Meetings are held monthly in Jackson County. a. Accomplishments - ECIA attended nine RC&D meetings this past year b. Quantifiable Deliverables - ECIA is working collaboratively with the RC&D on a rural sewer project and continues to regularly attend the RC&D monthly meetings. c. Difficulties - During last year the U.S. Congress eliminated funding for RC&D’s. The organization is attempting to secure funding from the Counties. Without such funding the RC&D will cease to operate. 5. ECIA staff participates in the Tri-State Alliance regional partnership. The entity focuses on furthering economic development and transportation in the region of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. a. Accomplishments –Staff participates in bi-monthly phone conferences with Tri-State Alliance members and will be coordinating the 2012 annual summit. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – Staff participates in bi-monthly phone conferences. c. Difficulties – Riverlands became inactive in July 2010 due to retirements and staff cuts at Alliant Energy, the main backer of the project. 6. ECIA will be holding monthly Prosperity Eastern Iowa meetings with local economic developers. a. Accomplishments –Staff facilitates Prosperity Eastern Iowa meetings and maintains their marketing materials and website. Staff also coordinates the three major PEI initiatives – Buyer Supplier, Petal Project, and Accessmyfuture.com. b. Quantifiable Deliverables –Staff facilitated six Prosperity Eastern Iowa meetings. c. Difficulties –Funding will likely be a challenge in coming years. 7. ECIA staff participates and sits on the Enterprise Zone Committee for the city of Dubuque. The committee meets as needed to review and approve economic development related proposals seeking enterprise zone benefits in the city of Dubuque. a. Accomplishments –Staff participated in 6 enterprise zone meetings in this past year with the majority of the project housing related projects in response to the housing needs in Dubuque due to the IBM project. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – At least 50 new rental units will be produced in the downtown Dubuque area as a result of the enterprise zone benefit. c. Difficulties –there were no difficulties encountered. 8. ECIA staff participates and sits on the Green Jobs Training program oversight Committee and ECIA Business Growth, Inc. was the lead applicant for the grant program. This is a partnership with Northeast Iowa Community College, Iowa Workforce Development, Four Mounds, and the City of Dubuque to provide green job training and opportunities to job seekers in the region. a. Accomplishments –A major success this year was the Dubuque Solar Thermal Installation Licensing. As a result of the NICC Solar Thermal Courses being offered through the Green Industry Training Initiative, Dubuque became the first city in Iowa to implement a city-wide solar thermal installation ordinance. NICC has expanded the Green Construction to include HVAC NCI certificate training. An NICC HVAC instructor also attended the training and is currently becoming certified as an NCI instructor. This means that the training will no longer have to be contracted out and can be taught in house. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – Grant goal of 392 participants has been achieved. Trainings offered included COSC Sustainable Construction, Wind Technology Training, RESNET Energy Auditing, BPI Analyst Courses, Infrared Camera training, Sustainable Construction training, Solar Thermal Installation courses, and Biodiesel workshops. c. Difficulties –One of the main difficulties was the lack of a working wind turbine which would allow hands on experience for the students. Most employers wanted individuals who had experience climbing the turbine towers before they would actually hire them. 9. Complete the annual CEDS report for 2011 and submit by 12/31/2011.


a. Accomplishments – Staff performed outreach to member communities for data gathering. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – Staff completed the annual CEDS report for 2011. c. Difficulties – Most available economic data is from 2010 or lags substantially, making real time analysis difficult.

B. TRAINING AND CONFERENCE: Attend and participate in meetings of national, state, and local organizations affecting regional strategy policies and programs. 1. ECIA staff will continue to participate in the annual trip of the Clinton and the Dubuque communities to meet with federal officials concerning local needs. Trips are scheduled for February and May, 2011. a. Accomplishments - ECIA staff attended trips with Clinton and Dubuque to Washington, D.C. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Two staff members went with the City of Dubuque to Washington, D.C. in February, 2011 and presented to HUD, FHWA, FTA, and USDA on sustainable planning, Smart City initiative and public input process. One staff person attended with the City of Clinton. c. Difficulties - Other than the costs starting to creep up for participating in the events, there were no difficulties encountered. 2. ECIA staff will attend the Iowa League of Cities meeting. a. Accomplishments - Staff attended the Iowa League of Cities Meeting b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Staff attended one Iowa League meeting in September, 2011 and a budget workshop in November. c. Difficulties - No difficulties were encountered. These are good meetings for staff to network with our member cities and to get updates on city related issues. 3. ECIA staff will attend Iowa DNR meetings in Des Moines. a. Accomplishments - ECIA staff attended the quarterly IDNR meetings b. Quantifiable Deliverables - ECIA staff attended four meetings of the IDNR this year. c. Difficulties - The meetings are useful to attend but they are in Des Moines so it requires three hours of travel each way for staff. It is time consuming. 4. ECIA staff will attend regional meeting hosted by the EDA. a. Accomplishments - Staff did not attend a specific meeting hosted by the EDA this year but did attend National NADO and attended the CEDS breakout session b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Staff attended the National NADO meeting this year and found the meeting very useful with valuable information. c. Difficulties - No difficulties were encountered. These meetings are a great opportunity to network with EDA staff and other EDA recipients. 5. ECIA staff will attend two national meetings - either NADO, NARC, or the IEDC meetings. a. Accomplishments - Two staff attended the NADO meeting this year and one staff attended the Prosperity Eastern Iowa IEDC meeting. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Two staff people attended the NADO meeting in Miami Beach, Florida this past year and Prosperity Eastern Iowa member attended IEDC in South Carolina. Both meetings were very valuable training tools and staff brought back valuable resources. ECIA Executive Director was also asked to present at the National NADO meeting on regional brownsfield sites during the session. c. Difficulties - There were no difficulties encountered with this task. Due to cost, it is generally too expensive to send more than one to two staff to each meeting. 6. ECIA staff will attend training to become familiar with “green” and sustainable business practices that can be introduced to Buyer Supplier companies and member governments. a. Accomplishments - Staff attended the Growing Sustainable Communities Conference and served as presenters on the topic of green business. Staff also attended the Climate Showcase Communities conference which highlighted sustainable pilot projects in a variety of communities across the country. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Staff networked with presenters, co-presenters, and


conference attendees and have developed open lines of communication with statewide and national sustainability resources. c. Difficulties - There were no difficulties encountered with this task.

C. INFORMATION DISSEMINATION: Disseminate census, economic, statistical and program information by telephone, e-mail, letter, newsletter, personal contact, and training programs. Maintain a database for use in program development and implementation. 1. ECIA staff prepares two full newsletters each year and two “news alerts” which are disseminated to over 800 individuals and/or entities in the region. a. Accomplishments - To be more “green” ECIA began distributing the newsletters electronically rather than by traditional mail. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Two ECIA news alerts were distributed which is a shorter version of the full newsletter. Two full newsletters were also distributed. Our mailing list is over 800 people and businesses. c. Difficulties – No difficulties encountered with this task. 2. ECIA staff maintains the websites for ECIA, Prosperity Eastern Iowa, the Regional Transit Authority, the Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority/Corporation, the Eastern Iowa Regional Utility Service Systems, Dubuque Metropolitan Transportation Study, ECIA Business Growth, Buyers Supplier Connection, Petal Project and Accessmyfuture.com. The Petal Project is a new website that staff developed and will continue to develop and maintain as part of our regional economic development activities. a. Accomplishments – Staff completed an overhaul of the ECIA and Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority websites and developed a new website for ECIA Business Growth. ECIA staff have continued to develop content for all of the websites including the employee intranet in order to improve information within the agency and with member governments. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - We began tracking hits to all agency websites using google analytics which allows us to see where the hits are generated as well as monitor times of high and low traffic. The ECIA website currently receives an average of 421 hits per month. c. Difficulties – No difficulties encountered with this task. 3. ECIA staff responds to approximately 150-200 requests for information each year pertaining to grant applications, TIF districts, enterprise zone, etc. a. Accomplishments - Staff provided general information and answered general technical assistance questions from various communities in the region. ECIA staff is a member of the Dubuque Enterprise Zone Commission and participated in meetings, as needed, regarding new projects this year. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Staff responded to 200+ technical assistance/general information questions from communities in the region with topics varying from code enforcement, budgeting, zoning, land use, transportation, etc. Four projects were approved through the Dubuque Enterprise Zone Commission in which ECIA staff is a member. c. Difficulties – No major difficulties this year.

D. GRANT/LOAN APPLICATIONS: Assist local governments in the preparation of grant/loan applications for funding of projects of local and regional concern. 1. ECIA staff regularly prepare grant applications and loan applications for CDBG projects such as water, sewer, child care centers, etc. a. Accomplishments - ECIA worked with six communities to submit CDBG applications for water/sewer projects. ECIA submitted six CDBG housing applications for down payment assistance and homeowner rehab. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - ECIA received funding for three CDBG applications in 2011. They were submitted in 2010. Two housing program applications were funded by IDED and ECIA has contracted for the administration of these programs. ECIA submitted nine CDBG housing applications for down payment assistance and homeowner rehab. c. Difficulties - There were no unusual difficulties encountered. As usual with the CDBG


program for housing, community facility and public works, funding is always limited compared to the number of applications. 2. ECIA staff regularly prepares applications for Enterprise Zone and other State economic development programs. a. Accomplishments - Enterprise zone is covered in “C” above. Staff worked with the City of Clinton on their Lincoinway Railport project. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - None c. Difficulties - None 3. ECIA staff prepare Community Attraction and Tourism grant applications for communities. We anticipate 2 applications per year for this funding. a. Accomplishments - ECIA staff provided general information about the CAT program to member communities. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – ECIA staff met with two member communities about the CAT program. c. Difficulties – The poor economy is hindering the number of viable CAT applications due to the local match requirement. 4. ECIA staff prepare grant and loan applications for the flood recovery efforts in the region. ECIA will continue this work through 2011. a. Accomplishments – ECIA still receiving Jumpstart Funding Assistance applications. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program applications and Community Development Block Grants for Acquisitions have been applied for and awarded. Residential properties were demolished through the FEMA Public Assistance Demolition Program. A single family new construction grant was received. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - ECIA has received over 60 Jumpstart Funding Assistance applications from individual flood victims and applications are still being received. Three Hazard Mitigation Grant Program applications and two Community Development Block Grants for Acquisitions have been applied for and awarded including 62 residential properties, three commercial properties and one governmental property. Eighteen residential properties were demolished through the FEMA Public Assistance Demolition Program. A single family new construction grant was received which provides 30% down payment assistance to 16 new residential structures within the City of Dyersville. c. Difficulties –Floods of 2010 and 2011; red tape and paperwork related to federal and state funding sources. 5. ECIA staff will prepare grant applications for the city of Dubuque and member communities. (Although this was not included in the original approved scope of work, this is a very important activity, worthy of being reported.) a. Accomplishments – City of Dubuque: Completed four Federal grant applications focusing on the intermodal transit facility which included transit administrative offices and bus storage, parking, and Intelligent Transportation System development plus a Federal grant for sustainable planning. Completed one Federal grant application for the city of Clinton for the rail spur into their Lincolnway Industrial Park and one Federal grant for the Dubuque County Smart Planning Consortium. Completed eight State grants for the city of Dubuque and one for the city of Peosta. One Federal grant for the city of Dubuque was awarded for $8 million toward the Dubuque Intermodal Transportation Center. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Fifteen grant applications were approved and $8 million in funding brought into the region. c. Difficulties - Very tedious grant applications and highly competitive.

E. DATA CENTER: Collect data and program information on economic development trends and conditions including finance, labor, business development, industrial development, and the agricultural economy. 1. ECIA maintains data for grants and reports which is used in applications. a. Accomplishments - ECIA regularly collects data in its transportation department for its mapping and model and that information is readily available for staff to utilize in grant and loan related applications. Data is collected as needed utilizing the internet as a resource.


b. Quantifiable Deliverables - The grant and loan applications prepared for IDED, and CDBG all utilize statistical data which ECIA maintains. c. Difficulties - There were no difficulties experienced. The process for maintaining the data for the Data Center is much different now as it was in the past as the internet is the quickest and most reliable resource. The internet make the process much more streamlined and available. 2. ECIA maintains the Location One Information System for the region to track the available sites and buildings through the Prosperity Eastern Iowa web site. This is updated on an ongoing basis. a. Accomplishments – Prosperity Eastern Iowa members are responsible for updating their community’s buildings and sites, with ECIA staff have providing technical assistance and updating of region wide statistics, data, and community information. b. Quantifiable Deliverables –All communities in the Prosperity Eastern Iowa region have accurate transportation and demographic data in their profiles. ECIA staff have also assisted communities with developing site video tours to be linked to the LOIS website. c. Difficulties – Some required information in LOIS is not accessible to local economic development professionals.

F. DEVELOPMENT STUDIES: Assist local governments and economic development entities in preparing Community Builder Plans and strategic plans in the region. 1. ECIA staff will prepare strategic plans for development groups, chambers or cities in the upcoming year. a. Accomplishments - ECIA was not asked to prepare any Strategic Plans. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – No plans were prepared this year c. Difficulties - One Economic Development Organization requested assistance with a plan but later decided not to complete the process due to budget difficulties.

G. EASTERN IOWA RURAL UTILITIES, INC.: Provide technical assistance to local governments and coordinate with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED) in the efforts to administer the 28E organization that provides water and sewer services to cities and rural residents. 1. ECIA will continue to work with counties in the region in the design and application plans for funding for unsewered communities in the region. a. Accomplishments - 1) Received funding commitment from USDA RD for one community (Leisure Lake), project design is complete awaiting bids, 2) One project (Fairview) is under construction and will be nearly complete by the end of 2011. 3) Assisted one City (Morley) in securing an engineer to complete a Preliminary Engineering Report for a sewer system. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – 1) Received funding commitment from USDA RD for one community, (Leisure Lake 2) Nearly completed construction in one City (Fairview). c. Difficulties - The time between submitting an application to USDA, along with the attendant paperwork, and funding can take years. In the case of Leisure Lake this resulted in the loss of one grant (CDBG) and the potential loss of another (WIRB). This causes hardship for staff and homeowners.

H. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Provide technical assistance to local governments, development corporations, chambers of commerce, businesses, and individuals, in the ongoing implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. ECIA has traditionally provided technical assistance to local governments via a Manager of Government Relations and has extended this to economic technical assistance. The association provides technical expertise in financing and deal packaging. 1. ECIA will assist with Tax Increment Financing in the region. a. Accomplishments - ECIA offered Tax Increment Financing to the region. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - No community utilized the service this year. c. Difficulties - No difficulties were encountered. 2. ECIA will assist in writing ordinances and in developing zoning plans.


a. Accomplishments –Staff completed six ordinances. Through the Smart Planning Consortium, staff is working with Dubuque County and the seven communities within the county on developing zoning plans. Staff just received verification that local match can be used. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – Six ordinances were completed for communities. Seven communities targeted c. Difficulties - Waiting on city councils to approve proposed work. One community may not agree to going through the process. 3. ECIA will assist with RISE applications for roadways in to business parks. a. Accomplishments – Two applications were approved by the DOT. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Dubuque Regional Airport: Grading has begun for the new terminal and the new entrance road. East 7th Street, Grant approved, construction to begin in May 2012. c. Difficulties – No unusual difficulties occurred. 4. ECIA will assist communities in preparing Urban Revitalization plans and Urban Renewal Plans. a. Accomplishments - ECIA offered Urban Revitalization planning to the region. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – No community utilized the service this year. c. Difficulties - No difficulties occurred. 5. ECIA will assist with EPA, IDNR and IDED Brownfield grant applications. a. Accomplishments – ECIA was awarded a Single Family New Production grant for their Workforce Homeownership Program (WHP) in the amount of $2,447,727 from the Iowa Department of Economic Development to assist with down payment costs for moderate income qualifying households to construct 54 single family houses, condominiums, and town homes in several locations in the city of Dubuque. EIRUSS: Updated and resubmitted USDA RD application for Leisure Lake wastewater system project – revised budget and project detail including wastewater collection and treatment, operations and maintenance. EIRUSS was awarded $3.656,000 in USDA RD loan and grant funds toward the project. Administering USDA RD ARRA funded Fairview wastewater system project loan and grant for construction of a $1,067,000 collection and treatment system including operations and maintenance. Updated and submitted Iowa DNR State Revolving Fund (SRF) Intended Use Plan application for local match funding to a CDBG application for Calamus wastewater system upgrade project. Both applications are under review. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Prior to submitting the application, ECIA had to identify all lots for the WHP as well as floor plans and estimated home costs. The maximum selling price of a newly constructed home was $180,000 with at least one-half of the homes being sold for $150,000 or less. The homes ranged from 1,094 square feet to 1,560 square feet with grant funds providing up to a 25% subsidy for the down payment for qualified homebuyers. Thirty-four homes were constructed and sold at $150,000 and under with average down payment assistance of $37,423 per household. Twenty homes were constructed at $150,000 and above with an average down payment assistance of $43,294 per household. ECIA Housing Counseling staff in conjunction with the ECIA Community Development staff helped administer the New Production 3 program. Overall, the WHP impacted 106 people through the construction of 54 homes. Two USDA RD applications were approved and $4.7 million in funding brought into the region. c. Difficulties – Overall, no unusual difficulties occurred. 6. ECIA staff will continue to assist small communities under 500 population with utility billing and accounting services. a. Accomplishments – There are currently 12 communities using the service. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – To date, 12 communities are using the service. c. Difficulties - No unusual difficulties occurred. 7. ECIA staff through the Prosperity Eastern Iowa entity will continue to provide expertise in web page design and developing and submitting responses to leads and inquiries in the region. a. Accomplishments - Staff worked with Prosperity Eastern Iowa members to prepare maps for the city of DeWitt, demographic information for Jackson County, and/or complete project proposals for four leads. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Staff prepared components or complete project proposals for four leads. c. Difficulties - Some of the smaller communities do not have high quality maps of their


industrial parks and other available sites and buildings which makes them less competitive. Staff continue to work with individual communities to improve the quality of their materials, including web presence, but it is very time consuming.

I. PROSPERITY EASTERN IOWA COLLABORATIVE MARKETING: Administer and conduct the activities identified by the Prosperity Eastern Iowa Economic Development Partnership to further business retention and expansion in ECIA’s three of ECIA’s Counties, Dubuque, Delaware, Jackson and then Jones County. Key projects and activities that will be conducted include: 1. ECIA implemented the local industry business retention and expansion program known as InfoAction. a. Accomplishments - Each economic developer is responsible for their own retention program and calling on local businesses. As a group, the economic developers decided that ECIA staff should focus on marketing the regional entity and not be concerned about the business retention program. Each economic developer will continue their retention efforts locally and will use PEI as a networking vehicle to discuss their successes, issues or obstacles in making those important business retention calls. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Each economic developer in the region is making annual calls on their businesses and many are using the State sponsored Sychronist software. This is no longer a focus or priority for ECIA staff as part of the PEI ongoing activities. c. Difficulties - No difficulties have been encountered. It was a mutual decision that this is no longer a priority for ECIA staff but remains a very important priority and task for the economic developers individually in the region. 2. Continual update of the regional websites: Prosperity Eastern Iowa, Accessmyfuture.com, Petal Project and Buyer Supplier. a. Accomplishments - The regional marketing website was recently updated with new branding and demographic data. AccessMyFuture.com continues to be updated by staff and partner organizations. The Buyer Supplier website is receiving a facelift and improvements to usability, data gathering, and RFP posting have been made. b. Quantifiable Deliverables – Four websites have been maintained by staff, with updating completed as needed. c. Difficulties - None at this time. 3. Continue to seek partners and raise funds for the Prosperity efforts. a. Accomplishments - Staff continues to research funding sources for Prosperity Eastern Iowa efforts and have been successful at receiving funds from the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Dubuque Racing Association, Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency, as well as recruiting new partners for the Buyer Supplier program which increases membership income. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Staff received grant funds from the Iowa Economic Development Authority, Dubuque Racing Association, Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency, and membership fees from the Northeast Iowa Business Network for inclusion in the Buyer Supplier program. c. Difficulties - Budgets are tight for local economic development groups and at the state level which makes the grant process more competitive and maintaining membership and local match a concern. 4. Continue to promote and seek businesses to participate in the Petal Project sustainability program and green business program that can be incorporated into their daily business practices. a. Accomplishments - The Petal Project has assisted sixteen businesses in the community with improving and “greening” their daily business practices. The program is partnering with local chambers of commerce to send out monthly green tips. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - Sixteen businesses in the community are either in the process of or have completed the Petal project green business certification. c. Difficulties - No issues at this time. 5. Continue to develop and implement a Prosperity Eastern Iowa direct mail campaign to recruit new business to the region.


a. Accomplishments - Completed a multi-sensory direct mail campaign in 2011 that included a series of 4 packages. Each package featured an item that represented the Prosperity Eastern Iowa region. Recipients were encouraged to visit the Prosperity Eastern Iowa website to learn more. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - The campaign included mailed packages highlighting featured sites in the region. The website also featured video tours of the same sites for consistency across the campaign. c. Difficulties –The Prosperity Eastern Iowa website revamp had been completed prior to the mailing campaign. However, the hit tracking software malfunctioned initially and again half-way through the project, leaving us without clear visit data. This issue has since been corrected. 6. Continue to focus on recruitment and retention of the younger workforce in the region. a. Accomplishments - Starting to develop a career match program that will provide students with job shadowing opportunities. b. Quantifiable Deliverables - The program will launch by the end of 2012. c. Difficulties –None at this time.


C. Community and Private Sector Participation and ECIA Governing Board

Community input is critical to the CEDS planning process. An outline of the process follows:

• A survey is conducted with member cities and counties within ECIA's five-county region to determine their priorities and economic development plans for the upcoming year. Responses are then compiled and prioritized by the CEDS Planning Committee.

• ECIA staff meets with the region's Economic Development leaders to receive their input. ED Roundtable discussions through Prosperity Eastern Iowa occur every other month with Executive Committee meetings monthly. The group meets every other month and discusses projects, strategies, and shares resources. They also review and discuss the CEDS priorities as well as progress in meeting the priorities.

• ECIA publishes notices in the five-county region in the official county newspapers regarding the CEDS planning process indicating a comment period to receive comments from the public. The planning committee then meets to receive and discuss the community input.

• Comments are received from the ECIA Council.

• The CEDS document is approved by the CEDS Committee, the Executive Committee, and the ECIA Council.

• The CEDS document is reviewed by the Committee on an annual basis and information is provided to the EDA in the form of an annual report.

The prioritized goals and objectives are a reflection of the efforts of the CEDS Committee as well as input received from the citizens of the region identifying the economic goals for the next five years. The committee recommended and the ECIA Council concurred that the four goals identified are all of highest priority, therefore are all ranked at the same level. These goals are linked to improving the limitations within the region as well as building and expanding upon our opportunities.

The CEDS Planning Committee is comprised of representatives from various segments of the region. The committee represents all major interest groups providing viewpoints that give a well-balanced perspective for the region. The trends, opportunities, and limitations affecting the economic growth of the region have been identified and related to the trends of the national and global market. The mission/ vision and goals of ECIA have been adopted and used as the vision for the CEDS process. The mission/ vision is used as the foundation to build upon when developing goals and strategies for the region.

The committee composition, the community input, and the process for the analysis and formulation of this document have remained the same and can be found on the following pages.


ECIA STRATEGY & PLANNING COMMITTEE (CEDS) ROSTERJANUARY, 2011

1. PRIVATE SECTOR REPRESENTATIVES (At least 51%)

Any senior management official or executive holding a key decision-making position, with respect to any for-profit enterprise.

Name Company Position Roger Stewart Rod Tokheim Donna Boss Norlan Hinke Steve Hoeger Dave Gaylor Tori Richter Lou Egging Scott Frost

Maquoketa State Bank Mercy Medical Center Private Farm, Agriculture Clinton National Bank Henderson Manufacturing Dubuque Bank & Trust American Trust & Savings The Egging Company American Trust & Savings

Executive V.P./Credit Review Vice-President President & Owner Senior Vice President President & Owner Vice-President Vice-President President Vice-President

2. REPRESENTATIVES OF OTHER ECONOMIC INTERESTS (No more than 49%)

Persons who provide additional representation of the main economic interests of the region.These may include, but are not limited to: public officials, community leaders, representatives of workforce development boards, institutions of higher education, minority and labor groups, and private individuals.

Name Area of Interest Position Donna Sweeney Rick Dickinson Don Thiltgen Milt Kramer Merrill Smock

Dave Leary Jim Vermazen Stacy Driscoll

Local Government, Women Econ Development, Business Local Government Local Government Low-Income, Minority, Senior Citizen IA Workforce Dev. & NICC Workforce Development Economic Development, Business

City Clerk, Holy Cross Executive Director & COO Mayor, DeWitt Mayor, Manchester Chairperson EIRHA/EIRHC

Regional Manager RWIB Board Member Executive Director-E.D. & Chamber

CALCULATIONS Number Percent Private Sector Representatives (at least 51%) 9 53% Representatives of Other Economic Interests (no more than 49%) 8 47% Total Committee Membership 17 100%

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS:13 CFR Part 303.6(a): The Planning Organization must appoint a Strategy Committee. The Strategy Committee must represent the main economic interests of the Region and must include Private Sector Representatives [as defined above] as a majority of its membership. In addition, the Planning Organization should ensure that the Strategy Committee includes public officials, community leaders, representatives of workforce development boards, institutions of higher education, minority and labor groups, and private individuals.


3. AT-LARGE REPRESENTATIVES (0-14%)

Other individuals who represent the principal economic interests of the region. (No minimum required)

Name Area of Interest BackgroundDoug Boldt Mike Reynolds Brian Wagner

City of TiptonCity of Clinton City of Maquoketa

City Manager Community Development Director City Manager

Alternates Dennis Weih, Supervisor, Cedar County Board of Supervisors Steve Lindner, City Administrator, City of DeWitt Timothy Vick, City Manager, City of Manchester Dave Heiar, Economic Development Director, City of Dubuque Judy Carr, Deputy City Clerk, City of Maquoketa Steven Flynn, Owner, Flynn Construction and Supervisor, Jackson County Board of Supervisors Mike Hein, President, Liberty Bank

CALCULATIONS Number Percent 1. Government Representatives (at least 51-65%) 17 53.1% 2. Non-Government Representatives (35-49%) 12 37.5% A. Private Sector Representatives (at least 1) 7 B. Stakeholder Organization Representatives (at least 1) 5 3. At-Large Representatives (0-14%) 3 9.4%

Total Board Membership 32 100%

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS:

13 CFR Part 304.2(c):

The District Organization must demonstrate that its governing body is broadly representative of the principal economic interest of the Region, and, unless otherwise prohibited by applicable State or local law, must include at least one (1) Private Sector Representative and one (1) or more of the following: Executive Directors of Chambers of Commerce, or representatives of institutions of post- secondary education, workforce development groups or labor groups, all of which must comprise in the aggregate a minimum of thirty-five (35) percent of the District Organization’s governing body. The governing body shall also have at least a simple majority of its membership who are elected officials and/or employees of a general purpose unit of State, local or Indian tribal government who have been appointed to represent the government. Upon the District Organization’s showing of its inability to locate a Private Sector Representative to serve on its governing body following extensive due diligence, the Assistant Secretary may waive the Private Sector Representative requirement. The Assistant Secretary shall not delegate the authority to grant a waiver under this paragraph.


CEDS Planning Committee Work Program

Work Item/Task Responsible Party TimetableEstablish Goals CEDS Planning Committee Annually, by June 30 ECIA Council

Establish Priorities CEDS Planning Committee Annually, by June 30 ECIA Council

Collect Data ECIA Staff Ongoing, annually complete by October 30

Receive Community Input ECIA Staff Ongoing, annually receive comments by October 15

Analyze Information/Comments ECIA Staff Annually, by November 30

Identify Strategies CEDS Planning Committee Annually, by December 15

Prepare Implementation Plans ECIA Staff Annually, by December 15

Identify Opportunities and Limitations CEDS Planning Committee Annually, by December 15

Report Progress ECIA Staff Annually, by December 15

Prepare Annual Report ECIA Staff Annually, by December 15

Prepare Five-Year CEDS ECIA Staff, in cooperation with CEDS Planning Committee and ECIA Council

The ECIA Council is the jurisdiction giving the official approval of the CEDS document. The ECIA Executive Director is ultimately responsible for reporting on the progress of the program and its results.

*As adopted by the ECIA Council, July 2003 Updated October 2008


ECIA EDD BOARD MEMBERSHIP ROSTER

1. GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES (51-65%)Elected officials and/or employees of a general purpose unit of state, local or Indian tribal government who have been appointed to represent the government. Name Government Position Shirley Kepford Betty Ellerhoff Rodger Holm John Staszewski Don Thiltgen Milt Kramer Linda Gaul Shirley Helmrichs Jeff Madlom Daryl Klein Ray Stephan Donna Sweeney Mike Van Milligen Larry Koos Paul Konrardy Neil Morehead Peggy Kedley

City of Tipton Cedar Co. Bd of Supervisors City of Clinton Clinton Co Bd of Supervisors City of DeWitt City of Manchester City of Earlville Delaware Co Bd Supervisors Delaware Co Bd Supervisors Dubuque Co Bd Supervisors City of Peosta City of Holy Cross City of Dubuque Jackson Co Bd Supervisors City of LaMotte City of Maquoketa City of Lowden

MayorSupervisorMayorSupervisorMayorMayorCity Clerk SupervisorSupervisorSupervisorCity Council City Clerk City Manager SupervisorMayorCity Council City Clerk

2. NON-GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES (35-49%)A. Private Sector Representatives: Any senior management official or executive holding a

key decision-making position, with respect to any for-profit enterprise. (At least one required)

Name Company / Enterprise Position Brett Nagel Scott Frost Norlan Hinke Dave Gaylor Roger Stewart Merrill (Bud) Smock Rod Tokheim

Community Savings Bank American Trust & Savings Clinton National Bank Dubuque Bank & Trust Maquoketa State Bank Eastern Iowa Developmnt Co Mercy Medical Center

Vice President Vice President Vice President Vice President Vice President President Vice President

B. Stakeholder Organization Representatives: Executive directors of chambers of commerce, or representatives of institutions of post-secondary education, workforce development groups or labor groups. (At least one required)

Name Organization Position Donna Boss Roy Buol Jim Vermazen

Elise Bergan Stacy Driscoll

Delaware County Chamber University of Dubuque Reg. Workforce Development Board, Region 1 Edgewood Chamber Maquoketa Chamber

Board Chair Director Facilities Mgmt (Executive) Board Member (Executive)

Director Director


3. AT-LARGE REPRESENTATIVES (0-14%)Other individuals who represent the principal economic interests of the region. (No minimum required)

Name Area of Interest BackgroundDoug Boldt Mike Reynolds Brian Wagner

City of TiptonCity of Clinton City of Maquoketa

City Manager Community Development Director City Manager

Alternates Wayne Deerberg, Supervisor, Cedar County Board of Supervisors Peggy Kedley, Lowden City Clerk Steve Lindner, City Administrator, City of DeWitt Timothy Vick, City Manager, City of Manchester Dave Heiar, Economic Development Director, City of Dubuque Judy Carr, Deputy City Clerk, City of Maquoketa Steven Flynn, Owner, Flynn Construction, Jackson County Board of Supervisors Mike Hein, President, Liberty Bank

CALCULATIONS Number Percent 1. Government Representatives (51-65%) 17 53.1%

2. Non- Government Representatives (35-49%) 12 37.5%

A. Private Sector Representatives (at least 1) 7

B. Stakeholder Organization Representatives (at least 1) 5

3. At-Large Representatives (0-14%) 3 9.4%

Total Board Membership 32 100%

APPLICABLE REGULATIONS 13 CFR Part 304.2(c):

The District Organization must demonstrate that its governing body is broadly representative of the principal economic interest of the Region, and, unless otherwise prohibited by applicable State or local law, must include at least one (1) Private Sector Representative and one (1) or more of the following: Executive Directors of Chambers of Commerce, or representatives of institutions of post- secondary education, workforce development groups or labor groups, all of which must comprise in the aggregate a minimum of thirty-five (35) percent of the District Organization’s governing body. The governing body shall also have at least a simple majority of its membership who are elected officials and/or employees of a general purpose unit of State, local or Indian tribal government who have been appointed to represent the government. Upon the District Organization’s showing of its inability to locate a Private Sector Representative to serve on its governing body following extensive due diligence, the Assistant Secretary may waive the Private Sector Representative requirement. The Assistant Secretary shall not delegate the authority to grant a waiver under this paragraph.


Section 3

EvaluationAs indicated in the attached implementation charts, the activities in the region supporting the goals and objectives have been numerous. The job growth for the region has been positive, surpassing other areas in the State of Iowa. A key to the success of the region and to the progress of these many activities is partnerships. Private and public partnerships have been developed to implement many of the projects, especially the larger scale projects. Without these partnerships, the region would not experience such success. ECIA has acted as a liaison in these public/private partnerships and has worked behind the scenes on grant applications, general technical assistance, and in many cases, provided financing through our loan programs. The charts attached depict the success of the region and the effectiveness of implementing the CEDS goals and objectives.

ECIA Governing Board Name Affiliation Public Private Minority Female Appt. Date CEDAR COUNTY Matt Muckler Local Government X 2011 Peggy Kedley (8) Local Government X X 2010Shirley Kepford Local Government X X 2008Betty Ellerhoff Local Government X X 2011Doug Boldt Local Government X 2006 Mike Hein (5) Business, Industry X 2007 Wayne Deerberg (6) Local Government X 2009CLINTON COUNTY Don Thiltgen Local Government X 2000 Steve Lindner (1) Local Government X 2002John Staszewski Local Government X 2009Mike Reynolds Local Government X 2009Rodger Holm Local Government X 2007Rod Tokheim Business X 2009DELAWARE COUNTY Linda Gaul Local Government X X 2005Jeff Madlom Local Government X 2009Milt Kramer Local Government X 1999 Timothy Vick (2) Local Government X 2005Shirley Helmrichs Local Government, Women X X 1999Donna Boss Ag, Business, Women X X 2002Elise Bergan Economic Development X X 2009DUBUQUE COUNTY Daryl Klein Local Government X 2011Ray Stephan Local Government X 1988Donna Sweeney Local Government, Women X X 1994Merrill Smock Housing, Low Income X 2007David Gaylor Business/Commerce X 2003Michael Van Milligen Local Government X 1994 Dave Heiar (3) Local Government X 1986JACKSON COUNTY Paul Konrardy Local Government X 2008Neil Morehead Local Government X 2007Larry Koos Local Government X 2005 Steve Flynn (4) Local Government X 2007Brian Wagner Local Government X 1997Roger Stewart Business/Commerce X 1998Stacy Driscoll Economic Development X X 2009 Judy Carr (7) Local Government X X 2007 (1) Alternate for Thiltgen (2) Alternate for Kramer (3) Alternate for Van Milligen (4) Alternate for Koos (5) Alternate for Cedar Co. (6) Alternate for Ellerhoff (7) Alternate for Wagner (8) Alternate for Cedar Co.


Section 4Schedule Including Implementation/Plan of Action

See SpreadsheetsBased on the analysis and the goals/objectives established, an implementation schedule of activities was developed as well as an evaluation tool for each activity. The implementation schedule is evaluated annually through the CEDS annual reporting process. The activities on the following pages are categorized within each of the goals and are listed by county within the region, and resources are identified. The CEDS committee annually reviews the CEDS process to determine the effectiveness of the implementation plan, reporting process, and the evaluation plan. In the following Implementation and Evaluation Report, notice that the projects in BOLD type have been completed over the past year, and projects that have either been added or adjusted are noted in RED type.

Based on the progress of the activities, assumptions can be made for the economic future of the region. This 2010 Annual Report reflects a great deal of activity in the Improvement of Basic Public Works goal with many projects completed, under construction, or near completion during calendar year 2010. This report also illustrates the positive job growth in the region with an overall net gain of 1,043 jobs in 2010. Locally the economy has remained strong.

REPORT ON 2011 GRANT ACTIVITIES

Prioritized Goals and Objectives*as reported in the 2009-2014 CEDS

Increase/Expand the Economic Segments in the Region Prepare and plan for the expansion and creation of industrial parks Encourage the location and expansion of manufacturing industries Encourage the expansion of the tourism/recreation and service industries Encourage the location and expansion of technology related industries Encourage the location of wind, solar, and alternative fuel industries Encourage the creation and expansion of industries that promote the use of agricultural products Encourage small and minority owned business startups Encourage entrepreneurship Encourage the retention and expansion of existing employers Encourage the location and expansion of current telephony technology and broadband technology systems Promote the improvement of highway, rail, airport, and river transportation Improve infrastructure and maximize existing resources Promote and encourage companies in the region to buy and supply regionally Encourage partnerships and marketing as a region, not individually

Create a Skilled, Highly Educated, Permanent, Full-Time Workforce for Business and Industry Maintain and create new partnerships in the region Connect business and industry with employment and training programs Collaborate regionally to address employers’ workforce needs Promote programs to encourage high school and college age students to explore career paths in the region


such as utilizing the career readiness program and/or the career based website, accessmyfuture.com Encourage employers to utilize local and regional websites for posting open positions within their company such as accessdubuquejobs.com Encourage the creation of “green” jobs in the region

Facilitate the Improvement and Maintenance of the Housing Stock and Housing Supply in the Region Encourage the construction of affordable housing development Encourage the reuse and redevelopment of vacant existing properties in the region converting to housing stock Encourage homeownership opportunities Encourage regional rental collaboration for multiple housing unit listings

Promote Improvement of Basic Public Works Facilities and Community Services which Improve the Public’s Health, Safety, and Living Conditions Disseminate information on available funding resources Encourage partnerships in the region Encourage the use of EIRUSS for small communities and unincorporated areas in the region Encourage the use of sustainable and green concepts in the development of water, sewer, housing and community facility projects

Promote and encourage sustainability throughout the region Collaborate regionally to create ECO-EI building on the Sustainable Dubuque program Create a regional economy with opportunities for new green markets, jobs, products, and services Encourage energy conservation Encourage recycling Encourage community design and reuse which contributes to identity, heritage and sense of place Encourage environmental integrity through healthy air, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing health risks

Difficulties Encountered: State and Federal funding; community support; weather; competitive markets; land owners; rising construction costsFunding Sources: Private, Local, State and Federal funds; grants

Task to be Implemented Lead Organization and Implementation Plan Expected Results Performance Measures and Evaluation Indicators ScheduleEncourage entrepreneurship AccessMyFuture.com - Interactive "garage" for resources on starting a

businessResource for prospective entrepreneurs

Design completed Ongoing

Encourage location and expansion of technology related industry

Clinton - Develop a 100-acre business technology park, located adjacent to Mill Creek Parkway, into 100 acre park

Business and Technology Park Funds for the project secured, timeline in place, HUD funds, EDA funds; technology park ready for occupancy, marketing program implemented, number of businesses in park; 25 acres of business park developed; 100 acres available; tenant signed; building under construction

2007-2012

Cedar County – Organize a county-wide tourism organization Promotion of tourism in Cedar County Organization in place and staff hired; number of additional tourists and attractions

Ongoing

Clinton - Designated by the state of Iowa as a "Great Place" New funding and development opportunities for the area

New sources of funding secured; new development opportunities; sources and types of funding as the result of Iowa Great Places designation

Ongoing

Clinton County - Clinton County Conservation Board - Construct Mississippi River Eco Tourism Center

Expanded educational facility; enhanced tourism destination for area

Cost: $2,500,000; 2009-$1,200,000 raised; Construction underway, funds still needed to complete educational displays, and to purchase furnishings, kitchen equipment and more

2006-2012

Clinton - Sawmill Heritage Experience New tourist attraction and educational facility where the Clinton sawmill era will be brought to life with interactive exhibits

Some local funding secured; will re apply for a CAT grant; project complete

2006-2011

Clinton - Marina improvement project New restaurant, foot bridge and amenities building

Cost: $7,000,000; project complete 2010-2013

Dubuque - Coordinate with Dubuque County Historical Society to develop an agricultural museum

An agricultural museum, additional tourists to the area

Project timeline developed, partners identified, funding sources identified; resources identified and secured for the project

2009-2013

Dubuque - Leisure Services Department, E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center addition

7,400 sq ft addition with kitchenette, stage area, library/conference room, science lab, new exhibits/displays

Cost: $1.5 million; fundraising complete; securing construction bids; project complete

2009-2011

Dubuque - Develop two new parking facilities for downtown parking (10th and Iowa Streets)

Draw more business to downtown Cost: $21,000,000; One new parking facility complete and open at 10th and Iowa Streets, with 469 parking spaces

2009-2011

Dubuque - America's River Phase 2 - Double the size of the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium by converting the former Dubuque Welcome Center and Portside facility

More venues of entertainment: restaurants, bowling center and gaming

Cost: $70,000,000; CAT grant applied for a plaza; project complete

2006-2011

Dubuque - Construct an intermodal facility Location where all modes of passenger transportation can come together

Conceptual plan complete; Cost: $17,000,000; $8,000,000 grant awarded by DOT State of Good Repair program in October 2011; Final design initiated; two additional grants pending

Ongoing

Dubuque - Class A Baseball Stadium Another venue of entertainment Cost: $20,000,000 2009-2013

SECTION 6: IMPLEMENTATION/PLAN OF ACTION/ACCOMPLISHMENTS ACHIEVEDCEDS Goal: Increase/Expand the Economic Segments in the Region

Encourage the expansion of the tourism/recreation and service industry

Bold: Completed Activities 31 Red: New Scope of Work Activities for Upcoming Year

Dubuque - Grand River Center - Convention Expansion Expanded facility Cost: $24,732,105 2010-2013Dubuque - Dubuque Community Ice and Recreation Center, Inc. - Construct 30,000-to-35,000 square foot arena to accommodate hockey, figure skating, open skating, physical education classes, broom ball and curling

A dedicated facility for ice recreation Cost: $6.6 million; fundraising and groundbreaking complete; construction complete, facility open and operating

2006-2011

Bellevue - Construct new Bellevue Family Aquatic Center Increased recreational opportunities in the community

Acres identified, timeline identified, acres purchased; enhanced recreational opportunities, new tourists to the area

2009-2013

Bellevue - Build recreation/community building Increased recreational opportunities in the community

In planning stages 2009-2013

Dubuque - Develop a 30-acre retail site at old Farmland Foods location

Current building to be demolished; construct a 250,000 square-foot shopping center

Number of stores at location; purchase of site complete 2009-2013

West Branch - Community Center Gym Addition New two court gymnasium to current recreation center and provide space for other fitness and community events

Waiting on funding; Shovel-ready 2010-2013

West Branch - Recreation Center Gymnasium, fitness rooms, weightlifting and cardiovascular equipment, racquetball court, locker rooms, elevated track, meeting rooms, kitchen, council chambers, and a future pool

Considering various sites; project budget 2007-2014

Dyersville - Community Center Building Improved community center Project complete 2010-2013Dyersville - Swimming Pool Expansion Improved swimming pool Waiting on funding; Shovel-ready 2010-2013Dyersville - Community Rec Center Expansion Expanded recreation center Project complete 2010-2013Dyersville - Social Center Building Improved social center Waiting on funding; Shovel-ready 2010-2013Dyersville - All Star Ballpark Heaven Phase One: 12 baseball and softball

fields, concession stands, indoor state of the art training center, conference center (possibly a public/private partnership with indoor pool and theatre room).

Cost: $38,000,000; In process of obtaining engineer's cost estimate

2011-2014

Dubuque - Great Rivers Center New center to house a national river Waiting on funding; Shovel-ready 2010-2013Dubuque - Multi-Cultural Center & Second Floor Improvements Improved community center to Project complete 2010-2013Maquoketa - Recreation Center Addition New building addition to offer more Waiting on funding; Shovel-ready 2010-2013DeWitt - John Bloom Sculptures New entrance identity for downtown Project complete 2010-2013Tipton, Farley, and Dyersville – investigate and encourage companies to provide up-to-date digital communications to local businesses, industry and residential consumers

Improved communication services Status of the services, type of new or improved service, cost to consumers, number of households affected; service has improved over previous year, consumer satisfaction rates

Ongoing

Extend fiber optic cable to DBQ Industrial Center West Fiber optic connection for industrial park

Fiber optic present in the park; Fiber optic connections, number of new businesses in park using connection

2009-2013

DeWitt - Locate business to Crossroads Business Park Employees retained; reuse infrastructure

New business in the business park; Guardian Industries completed phase II of a $45 million expansion

Ongoing

Dyersville - Land annexation west of the community Future industrial development Project complete 2007-2010

Encourage the location and expansion of manufacturing industries

Encourage the location and expansion of current telephone technology and broadband technology systems


Encourage the retention and expansion af existing employers

Clinton - Create 1,250 jobs and generate $130 million in new private sector improvements

To attract jobs that pay 20 percent more than the current median wage

Number of jobs created and revenue; expected completion in 2011

2006-2012

Maquoketa /ECIA - Assist in clean up efforts from downtown fire Debris from sites removed; new business to downtown area

Over $400,000 raised; environmental assessment complete; firm hired for clean up; Clean-up complete, site is ready for sale and re-use

2008-2011

Dubuque - Millwork District Revitalization Strategy The preservation and sustainability of the warehouse district by providing commercial, housing, and employment opportunities

Cost: $200 million; Complete Streets construction including infrastructure near completion ($5.6 million TIGER funding); CARADCO building undergoing rehab ($8.9 million CDBG; $4.5 million low interest loans); HMD eligible for historic tax credits

2009-2013

Dubuque - Dubuque Main Street - Downtown development Downtown economic growth Local banks collaborated to create low-interest loan pool; $149 million invested since 2008 with an increase of an additional increase of 1,120 employees since 2008. The fund was recapitalized in 2010 with an additional $2.5 million

Ongoing

Dubuque - Energy efficiency and conservation and IBM "Smart City" Energy efficiency upgrades in the commercial sector; energy audits of municipal buildings; RLF for energy efficiency retrofit to landlords or poperty owners; RLF for municipal buildings for energy efficient retrofits

$574,700 grant from US Dept of Energy; Applied for $2.3 million from ICAAP (pending); Created $2 million RLF for an Energy Efficiency loan fund

Ongoing

Dubuque - Phase II Historic Federal Building Renovation Improved building Cost: $6 million 2011-2012Clinton - Demolish dilapidated houses; construct sanitary/storm sewers, pave Camanche/Liberty Avenue (Liberty Square)

Improved neighborhood and transportation

Number of houses demolished; sewer installed; roadway paved; number of businesses expanded or relocated; jobs created or retained

2006-201+E54

West Branch - Lift station New lift station and 14" force main Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2010-2011West Branch - Tower repair and coating Restoration of 250,000 gallon

elevated storage tankProject complete 2011

Clarke College - Construct new science building New science building Cost: $13 million; Breaking ground Spring 2012 2010-2011Mechanicsville – Develop a 20-acre park in the northeast section of the city

One new park in the county for industrial growth and three expanded parks for industrial growth

Number of acres in the industrial parks; acres purchased and parks developed; existing business moved to Durant industrial park; new business also in park - Norfolk Iron and Metal

2009-2013

Durant – Develop an industrial park 2003-2010West Branch – Continue development of industrial park on I-80 OngoingTipton - Develop a 75-acre site New commercial development New or existing business relocating; site identified; Veneer of

Iowa occupying a new building; room for more tenants and for future development

2003-2012

Tipton – Construct a road in the industrial park and upgrade street in the Northwest Industrial Park

Improved access to the industrial parks Number of new roads built and access to parks 2009-2013

Durant - Expand West 2nd Avenue to the south of Highway 927 Improved access to the Industrial Park South

RISE grant applications funded; access to park; streets under construction

2009-2013

Improve infrastructure and maximize existing resources

Prepare and plan for the expansion and creation of industrial parks


Clinton – Construct northern leg of the Mill Creek Expressway New industrial and commercial development

Some funds raised but looking for more funds, road completed, new development; number of new prospects for the industrial parks; roadway paved; Liberty Avenue portion complete; Camanche Avenue construction will begin in 2012

2009-2013

Clinton - Construct road (19th Avenue N. expansion) for access to Lyons Business and Technology Park; seek funding for infrastucture and rail for park development

Improved access to business and technology park; another major road to border the City; access to rail for new and expanding companies

Number of roads constructed; funds raised; park developed; Feasibility/engineering report complete; funds raised; Phase I of 19th Ave Expansion under construction; Phase II of EA process pending

2009-2013

Clinton – Continue development of Manufacturing Meadows III New industrial and commercial development

Number of acres in the industrial parks available; number of acres available for industrial/commercial development in the industrial parks

Ongoing

Clinton – Develop Lincolnway Rail Port Industrial Park to accommodate industries requiring 50 acres or more

New industrial and commercial development

Phase 1 completed; awarded RISE grant; pursuing TIGER III funding; number of new prospects for the industrial parks

Ongoing

Camanche and Clinton - Create a port authority and foreign trade zone; to regulate water, rail and air transportation and a foreign trade zone to allow for duty-free importation of raw goods and materials

Improved access to region to attract and retain industry

New infrastructure and port authority designation; number of barge terminals established; port authority established; number of new prospects

2005-2012

Clinton - Valley Bluff Development - Continue development of the commercial area north of U.S. 30 and east of Mill Creek Parkway

New commercial development Area is currently being developed; Wild Rose Casino since 2008 and Hampton Inn will open in 2012

Ongoing

City of Manchester/Manchester Enterprise – Construct an industrial speculative building

Spec building to attract new business Status of the spec building; spec building constructed, number of prospects for the building

2009-2013

Edgewood – Provide utilities within the industrial park New utilities in the industrial park Number of new utilities in the Edgewood park; number of new prospects for the industrial park

2009-2013

Manchester – Burrington Road Sanitary Sewer Extension Sanitary sewer extension to serve additional industrial park area, a planned redimix plant, and an existing truck stop

Number of utilities extended beyond the industrial parks; number of new utilities, length of utilities extended beyond Manchester industrial parks

2009-2013

Dubuque County – Construct IA32 (Southwest Arterial) from Seippel Road to Hwy 61/151

Less congestion in surrounding areas Final engineering and land acquisition started in 2009; $2.9 million in ARRA funds committed; Project location study and environmental assessment complete; Construction of two bridges underway; $17 million in the state of Iowa 5 year program for US 20 interchange

2003-2013

Dubuque - Grade Dubuque Technology Park II Cost: $15,600,000 2009-2010Farley – Extend streets, sewer and water; plat and survey in the industrial park

Facilities improved in the industrial park

Number of new improvements, plat and survey completed; improved facilities in the industrial park

2009-2013

Cascade – Grade and develop industrial land; construct new streets New industrial park in Cascade Number of acres available in the industrial park; Industrial park developed and number of acres available and number of prospects; RISE grant awarded; streets constructed

2003-2010

Dyersville – Acquire and develop commercial property for a new commercial park; (12th Ave SW/332nd Ave Street Expansion)

New commercial park in Dyersville Industrial park is finished but still need/want to run water, sewer, and a road to the park.

2003-2012

Dyersville - Dyersville Economic Development Corp. - Develop 52 acres for an industrial park

New industrial park in Dyersville, adjacent to 332nd Avenue and US 20 west of Dyersville

City Council to grant $950,000 to the Dyersville Economic Development Corp; verbal agreement from FarmTek to expand; FarmTek expansion nearing completion

2008-2012


New Vienna – Purchase land for the purpose of developing an industrial park

New industrial park in New Vienna Number of acres available in the industrial park; Industrial park developed and number of acres available and number of prospects

Ongoing

Peosta - Purchase land for the purpose of developing an industrial park

New industrial park in Peosta East Peosta Industrial Park open with two tenants; two lots left to develop

2006-2012

Dubuque - Annexation of 195 acres on its northwest corner near Asbury Plaza

More land for commercial development

Annexation complete; Ongoing

Dubuque - Industrial Center West - Encourage new and existing businesses to locate to expanded industrial park

More land for commercial development; new business locations for existing and new companies

Cost of this phase: $5 million; Grading, streets, water, sewer extensions

Ongoing

Dubuque - Industrial Center West - Expand park to include land at Seippel and US 20

More land for commercial development; new business locations for existing and new companies

Grading needed and completion of US 20 interchange 2011-2013

Jackson County – Identify potential industrial/commercial areas along U.S. 61 highway corridor

Study growth patterns – prevent sprawl

Study completed and areas identified; commercial and industrial areas identified; property rezoned

2009-2013

Preston – Develop existing industrial park and attract an industry to the park

Expanded industrial park with a new business

Number of acres in the industrial park and number of businesses located in the park; new and expanded industrial park and new businesses located in the park; Plastics Unlimited expansion complete; proposed TM Woodworks relocation

2009-2013

Maquoketa – Promote citywide status as an industrial enterprise zone Maintain current status Number of enterprise zone opportunities; number of businesses using Enterprise Zone benefits

Ongoing

Dubuque - Dubuque Regional Airport to expand facilities New terminal, parking lot and access road.

Cost: $40 million; implement master plan; State RISE grant submitted and approved. Grading contract awarded

2007-2025

Dubuque - Riverside Boat Pier - Construct 90 transiet boat slips; $5 million project

Boaters would have more shore time; more tourists to City; estimated economic impact of more than a quarter million dollars per year

Need identified; grant awarded from US Fish and Wildlife 2009-2013

Dubuque - Ride the Rail, Passenger Train Service (Amtrak) from Chicago to Dubuque

A consolidated effort to achieve funding; creation of a state-wide rail program in Iowa; advocate for additional financial resources

Cost: $3.2 million; creation of community coalition; presentations to legislative committees; correspondence to Congressional delegations; platform funded as part of State of Good Repair grant for intermodal facility

2009-2013

ECIA Transportation and Planning - Complete projects in approved RPA 2011/2012 TIP

Fulfilling planning requirements and needs for the area

Creating work elements for staff to fulfill FHWA and DOT planning requirements and future needs for all modes of transportation

Ongoing

ECIA Transportation and Planning - Complete projects in approved DMATS 2011/2012 TIP

Fulfilling planning requirements and needs for the area

Creating work elements for staff to fulfill FHWA and DOT planning requirements and future needs for all modes of transportation

Ongoing

ECIA Long Range Transportation Plan - DMATS LRTP 2010-2040 List of transportation federal aid projects within DMATS area

Help cities and counties to program their five year budgets with projects that are federal aid eligible and have a positive impact within their region; Create a timeline for future projects helping communities to start planning and programming for implementation

Ongoing

ECIA Transportation and Planning in partnership with city of Dubuque, Greater Dubuque Development Corp, and DOT

Visualization for future projects helping to get better public input

Converting projects into 3D Ongoing

Promote the improvement of highway, rail, airport, and river transportation


ECIA Transportation and Planning in partnership with city of Dubuque and IBM

Web portal for transit providers Collecting gps and gis data and route schedules within the region Ongoing

Dubuque County and Holy Cross – Coordinate with the State on improving Highway 52 from Sageville to Luxemburg

Improved access to the region Securing funds for the improvements, completion of the planning study; status of the project in the State plan

Ongoing

Dubuque County – Complete the reconstruction of the Great River Road

Improved access to the region, improved safety on the road

Partial reconstruction completed; Status of the reconstruction, improved safety and access

Ongoing

Support the construction of U.S. 30 as a four-lane highway from Cedar Rapids to Clinton

Improved access to the region Securing of funds for the four-lane; in the State five year plan; Economic Impact Study complete

2009-2013

Support study to expand U.S. 30 to four-lanes through Cedar, Clinton and Linn Counties to Chicago

Improved access to the region Feasibility study complete; some funding secured; status of the project in the State plan

2009-2013

Highway 20 improvements from Peosta to Seipple Road Improved access and control of Highway 20 corridor

DOT priority. Study complete; waiting on funding 2009-2013

Dubuque County – Work with City of Dubuque and State of Iowa to widen Julien Dubuque Bridge to four-lanes

Improved access to the region Funds secured for AE and architectural phase – 2002; secure funds for construction. Status of the project in the State plan; status of Federal funds for construction

Ongoing

Dubuque County – Coordinate with the City of Dubuque and the State on a study of Highway 20 from Swiss Valley to Peosta

Improved traffic flow and safety On DOT's list of priority projects; DOT requesting federal funds; results of the study, status of the project in the State plan

2009-2013

Dubuque County - Highway 20 East, Galena Bypass Improved access Cost: $250,000,000; need to secure funding OngoingBellevue - Support the construction of new overpass bridge on Highway 52 S

Improved access to the region Project complete 2011

West Branch - reconstruction project including bridge replacement Improved street; new bridge Cost: $1,500,000; need to secure funding 2009-2012

Bellevue - Millcreek bridge project New bridge Cost: $8,200,000; need to secure funding 2009-2012Clinton - 54th Avenue road improvement project Improved street Cost: $1,800,000; need to secure funding 2009-2010Camanche - Washington Blvd - street and storm sewer improvement project

Improved street; improved storm sewer

Cost: $4,500,000; need to secure funding 2009-2012

Manchester - Main Street reconstruction (Brewer to Stiles) Improved street Cost: $1,700,000; need to secure funding 2009-2011Dyersville - 7th Street SW bridge replacement New bridge Cost: $1,200,000; need to secure funding OngoingDyersville - Beltline bridge replacement New bridge Cost: $1,200,000; need to secure funding OngoingDyersville - 12th Avenue SW Bridge replacement New bridge Cost: $1,200,000; need to secure funding OngoingDyersville - US 20 Interchange for 320th Avenue into Industrial Park New interchange Cost: $20,000,000; need to secure funding Ongoing

Dyersville - US 20 Overpass for 332nd Avenue (X49 to ethanol plant) New overpass Cost: $3,000,000; need to secure funding Ongoing

Dyersville- 12th Ave SW Extension New road for Interchange access Cost: $ 800,000; Immediate Need RISE 2010-2012Maquoketa - Washington Street reconstruction Improved street Cost: $150,000; in progress 2011-2012Maquoketa - Main Street Downtown mill/overlay, ADA ramps Street improvements Cost: $270,000; in progress 2008-2012Delaware Dubuque Jackson County Regional Transit Authority - Update fleet of buses and maintenance equipment

Improved fleet; improved service Costs: Maintenance equipment - $200,000; 6 light duty buses - $420,000

2009-2012

Cedar Valley Park Paving; Paving of 255th Street from the entrance to the park to the upper grounds

Improved street Need to secure funding; Shovel-ready Ongoing

Tipton - Highway 38 Street Improvements; Reconstruction of five blocks of Highway 38 (Cedar Street). Curb and gutter and Pavement to be replaced in PCC.

Improved street Shovel-ready; need to secure funding Ongoing

West Branch - College Street Improvements Improved street; new bridge; new sewer and water; new sidewalks

Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2011-2013


DeWitt - Extension of Industrial Drive Extended Industrial Drive; improvements to 300th Avenue


DeWitt - 11th Street Improvments Improved street Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2010-2011Tipton - Mathews Memorial Airport - Airport Hangar New airport hangar Project complete 2010-2011Camanche - 9th Street Safety Improvements Improved street Shovel-ready; in progress 2010-2012DeWitt - 12th Street Reconstruction Improved street Project complete 2010-2011DeWitt - 18th Avenue/17th Street Reconstruction Improved street Project complete 2010-2011DeWitt - 6th Avenue 5th Street to Union Pacific Total street and utility reconstruction Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2012-2013

Clinton County Secondary Roads - Y-60 Rehab and Resurfacing Improved road Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2011-2013Clinton County Secondary Roads - Old Highway 61 Reconstruction Improved highway Project complete 2011Clinton County Secondary Roads - Y-70/Z-2E Rehab and Improved road Project complete 2011Clinton County Secondary Roads - Y-32/E-63 Rehab and Resurfacing

Improved road Project complete 2011

Cascade - 2008 Street Improvement Project Paved & reconstructed city streets with curb, gutter, storm sewer, and asphalt street surface

Project complete 2011

Cascade - 2009 Street Improvement Project Improved residential/commercial Project complete 2011Dubuque - NW Arterial Capacity Improvements Extended left turn lanes; addition of

right turn lanes; Improved side streetProject complete 2011

Asbury - Seippel Road Reconstruction Improved road In progress 2011-2012Cacade - Monroe Bridge Repair Improved bridge Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2010-2012Dubuque - Brunskill Road Bridge Construction New bridge Project complete 2011Dubuque - Foye, Merchant, and Gold Street Reconstruction Reconstructed streets Shovel-ready; need to secure funding OngoingDubuque - Louise Lane Bridge Construction New bridge Shovel-ready; need to secure funding OngoingDubuque County - Mud Lake Rd Extentsion Widening, Subdrain and Improved road In progress 2011-2012Dubuque County - Petersburg Road Widening and Paving Improved road Project complete 2011Dubuque County - Asbury Road Pavement Rehabitation Improved road In progress 2011-2012Dubuque County - Farley Road Bridges Replacement New bridges Project complete 2011Dubuque County - Farley Road Widening and Subdrain New widened road In progress 2011-2013Dubuque County - Massey Station Road Widening, subdrain and Paving

New widened road Shovel-ready; need to secure funding Ongoing

Dubuque - Reconstruction of 7th Street Connector between downtown, Historic Millwork District and Port of Dubuque

Cost: $4,500,000; RISE grant awarded for 50% of project funded 2011-2012

Manchester - Cornerstone Boulevard New concrete street with curb and gutter to be a future arterial street

Project complete 2010-2011

Delaware County Secondary Roads - FM-CO28(63)--55-28 New bridge Project complete 2010-2011Delaware County Secondary Roads - FM-CO28()--55-28 Improved road Project complete 2010-2011Delaware County Secondary Roads - FM-CO28()--55-28 Improved road Project complete 2010-2011Delaware County Secondary Roads - L-02--73-28 Improved road Project complete 2010-2011Miles - Resurfacing Streets Improved streets Shovel-ready; need to secure funding OngoingJackson County Secondary Roads - Hurstville Road resurfacing Improved road Project complete 2011Jackson County Secondary Roads - 300th Street resurfacing Improved street Project complete 2011Lamotte - Pine/Ash Street Reconstruction Improved street Total cost: $322,000; Shovel-ready; need to secure funding Ongoing


Saint Donatus - Highway 52 reconstruction Improved road DOT may list this on their five year program; need to secure 2010-2015Promote and encourage companies in the region to buy and supply regionally

Buyer Supplier - Encourage regional companies to shift 5% of their out-of-region spending back into the region.

Businesses connected with each other to offer purchasing opportunities within the region, increasing the growth and wealth of our regional economy.

Website complete; Marketing plan developed; Over 1300 companies participating

Ongoing


Task to be Implemented Lead Organization and Implementation Plan Expected Results Performance Measures and Evaluation Indicators ScheduleEffective operation of WIA Adult Program; Assist low-income adults obtain employment or better employment

Clients will increase their earnings

Clients will secure employment at a level that will allow self-sufficiency; Number of clients obtaining employment (57% in 2010); average six months earnings $10,866 in 2010

Ongoing

Dubuque - Dubuque Works, connecting workforce development efforts in the area; IowaWORKS - Meet with businesses individually and in groups to determine and help address workforce need

Existing workforce strategies analyzed and revitalized, workforce gaps identified and addressed, stronger workforce solutions for companies that choose to make the Greater Dubuque area their home; Businesses will find and secure the skilled workers they need to maintain or grow their business

Program funding secured; Successfully filling job orders, making presentations on Labor Shed, Skill Shed and Benefits Survey information to business groups

Ongoing

Dyersville Economic Development Corporation (DEDC)/Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC)-Work with matching area high school students with available jobs

Dual enrollment opportunities in tech trades; Increase in skilled labor pool

Number of students completing tech programs; Adequate applicant pool for skilled trade positions

Ongoing

NICC/Beckman - Encourage High School Students to attend College Courses

Increase high skilled workforce

Number of students completing the program and attend college

Ongoing

West Dubuque School District - Expand Elementary School Facility Increase learning skills Increase ITBS results OngoingState Emergency Grant for funds to assist affected workers; Assist clients laid off from Eagle Window and Door, Inc. and John Deere Dubuque Works and Thermo Fisher Scientific

Retain affected workers in local labor market

Affected workers will secure new jobs at comparable wages; 190 workers served to date.

2011-2012

Assist clients in applying for Federal Trade Act funds and provide support services and case management as required; Assist clients laid off from Flexsteel Industries, Inc


Affected workers will secure new jobs at comparable wages; number of workers served (35 to date); number of workers re-employed (95%)

2009-2013

Effective operation of WIA Dislocated Worker Program; Assist workers laid off from area businesses to obtain re-employment


Affected workers will secure new jobs at comparable wages; number of workers obtaining re-employment (87% in 2010); average six months earnings $13,300 in 2010)

Ongoing

Delaware County – Facilitate industry requested for joint training of multiple employers for specific assistance and educational programs; Represent industry and actively participate in workforce development activities and programs

Collaboration among service providers providing for educational programs

Number of educational programs and opportunities, number of collaborating partners, number of employers participating, number of employees participating; skill level of labor force and programs available for training

Ongoing

State Emergency Grant for funds to assist affected workers; Assist clients laid off from John Deere Dubuque Works, Exide, and Henderson


Affected workers will secure new jobs at comparable wages; number of workers served (30 to date)

2009-2011

Connect business and industry with employment and training programs

CEDS Goal: Create a Skilled, Highly Educated, Permanent, Full-Time Workforce for Business and IndustryDifficulties Encountered: Securing funding, local match, assessing/developing skillsFunding Sources: Private, Local, State and Federal funds

Collaborate regionally to address employers' workforce needs


State Emergency Grant for funds to assist affected workers; Assist clients laid off from Rockewll Collins, Manchester and Bellevue


Affected workers will secure new jobs at comparable wages; number of workers served (20 to date)

2009-2011

Apply for National Emergency Grant for funds to assist affected workers; Assist clients laid off from Thermo Fisher Scientific


Affected workers will secure new jobs at comparable wages.

2010-2012, if funded.

Greater Dubuque Development Corporation; Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce; Develop a strategic work plan for the Dubuque area to address impending workforce shortage

Strategic work plan/action plan for the future; focused approach to workforce development

Number of participants from the community; complete plan that can be implemented

Ongoing

Emergency Public Jobs Grant; Employ dislocated workers and long-term unemployed to assist with flood clean up

Provide jobs for dislocated workers and other unemployed people while assisting with flood clean up on public property

Improve the condition of flood damaged public property and providing income and work experience to unemployed workers

2010-2012

Clinton County - Develop a program aimed at building relationships between schools and businesses and creating interest among students for area job opportunities; Clinton and Cedar County to form new marketing region

New marketing region; Clinton County students living and working in Clinton County after high school or college

Clinton County Board of Supervisors support; school visits conducted; Workforce Coordinator hired

Ongoing

Dubuque County – Provide loans and grants to companies investing in the community and creating new full-time employment opportunities; Provide job creation grant and loan programs

New full-time employment opportunities, new loans and grants

Number of new full-time opportunities; number of new grants and loans; New employers with new full-time opportunities and skill level of workforce

Ongoing

Xavier School/West Dubuque School District - Encourage Early Learning Activities

Increase reading/writing skills

Number of students attend the program/ITBS results Ongoing

Dubuque County - Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Dubuque Community Schools, Northeast Iowa Community College, ECIA, city of Dubuque, city of Dubuque Housing, Greater Dubuque Development Corp. - Meet regularly to discuss re-engaging the dropout youth and the unemployed and under employed

Re-engaged youth into school and employment and trained workforce for business and industry

Number of partnerships formed with local industry; number of youth re-engaged in school; number of adults trained and working; EDA technical assistance planning grant funded in August 2011

Ongoing

Effective operation of WIA Youth Program; Assist low-income or at-risk youth obtain employment or improve their employment potential

Clients will increase their earnings of their potential to earn in the future

Clients will secure employment or engage in activities leading to employment; number of clients obtaining employment (100% in 2010); High school completion/GED 83% diploma rate in 2010; amount of earnings increase (annual average $5,127) in 2010

Ongoing

Effective operation of the Promise Jobs Program; Assist welfare recipients in becoming self-sufficient

Clients will develop skills that will qualify them for employment opportunities

Clients will develop and implement a written plan for obtaining employment and becoming self-sufficient

Ongoing

Farley – Coordinate with high schools and NICC in the school to work program to train individuals

Trained workforce for business and industry

Number of employees trained through program; skill level of workforce

Ongoing

Delaware County – Assist potential employers, develop and distribute to area guidance counselors a labor tool guide

Labor tool guide outlining skills and needs of existing industries

Labor tool guide completed, number distributed, number of employers participating; employers and counselors using skill guide

Ongoing

Promote programs to encourage high school and college age students to explore career paths in the region such as utilizing the career readiness program and/or the career based website, accessmyfuture.com

Maintain and create new partnerships in the region


Clinton County – Utilize 260E & F programs to encourage and support new and expanded businesses; Utilize the community colleges for a trained labor pool

Trained workforce for business and industry

Number of businesses utilizing benefits from program and number of trained employees; skill level of workforce, employers utilizing program

Ongoing

AccessMyFuture.com - Career test drive component to website Trained workforce for business and industry

Number of high school age students participating in hands on job experience by shadowing a person in a job they are interested in

Ongoing


Task to be Implemented Lead Organization and Implementation Plan Expected Results Performance Measures and Evaluation Indicators ScheduleDurant, Mechanicsville, Tipton – Annex land to accommodate new housing development, add streets and improvements as needed to accommodate subdivision development, increase and provide utilities for subdivision development

Additional housing within the communities

Number of units developed, number of acres annexed, dollar value of improvements to the communities, number of lots developed; community growth, increased property values

Ongoing

Lowden – Ongoing construction for re-sale of spec houses and apartments

Additional housing in the community Number of spec houses developed, number sold; lowden development completed; housing constructed and occupied

Ongoing

Lowden – Continue supporting a TIF Housing Development on 7 acres of land

Number of acres developed using TIF Ongoing

Lowden - Provide owner-occupied rehabilitation assistance to seven (7) households

Additional rehabilitated homes in the community

Applied for funding in 2011 Ongoing

Manchester, Ryan – Encourage private development to accommodate new housing development for median income, add streets and improvements as needed to accommodate subdivision development, increase and provide utilities for subdivision development


Number of units developed, number of acres annexed, dollar value of improvements to the communities, number of lots developed; community growth, increased property values; In Manchester, seven projects complete, two in progress

Ongoing

Cascade, Holy Cross, Farley Worthington, Epworth, Zwingle, Peosta – Annex land to accommodate new housing development including low and median income hosuing, add streets and improvements as needed to accommodate subdivision development, increase and provide utilities for subdivision development


Number of units developed, number of acres annexed, doller value of improvements to the communities, number of lots developed; community growth, increased property values

Ongoing

Epworth – Promote Urban Revitilization/tax incentive plan for new subdivision development

Number of acres developed using tax incentives or urban revitilization; success of securing funding sources, residents, and timeline for constructing homes

Ongoing

Asbury - Expansion of housing subdivisions Additional housing within the communities

Number of acres developed; number of homes constructed/occupied; possible 230 units; number of homes constructed and occupied; continued expansion and new roads

Ongoing

LaMotte, Miles – Annex land to accommodate new housing development of all income ranges; add streets and improvements as needed to accommodate subdivision development; increase and provide utilities for subdivision development; encourage spec housing; Miles under construction



Ongoing

Maquoketa – Promote city status Rural Housing Enterprise zone and city wide urban revitilization

Increased number of housing units, public awareness

Number of units produced using enterprise zone or city wide urban revitilization; success of securing funding sources, residents, and new construction

Ongoing

Difficulties Encountered: Lack of grant funding, community awareness, qualifying buyers, weather

CEDS Goal: Facilitate the Improvement and Maintenance of the Housing Stock and Housing Supply in the Region

Funding Sources: Private, Local, State and Federal funds; grants

Encourage homeownership opportunities


Camanche, DeWitt, Lost Nation, Wheatland – Annex land to accommodate new housing development, add streets and improvements as needed to accommodate subdivision development, increase and provide utilities for subdivision development



Ongoing

DeWitt, Manchester, Worthington, Preston, Dyersville - Work with existing tennants to purchase their unit

Additional low- to moderate-income homeowners in the communities

Number of public housing units sold; five homes sold to date

Ongoing

Lost Nation - Rehabilitate existing home and sell to individuals at or below 80% county median income guideline

Increased number of affordable units

Number of affordable rehabilitated homes secured and number of units sold; one home purchased and rehabilitated - sold on Land Contract to first time home buyer

2009-2011

Dyersville – Provide homeownership assistance for first time homebuyers

Increased number of first time home buyers

Number of households assisted, total dollars used to assist households; success of the program, households assisted

Ongoing

DeWitt - Provide homeownership assistance to one household Additional homeowner in the community

Applied for funding in 2011 Ongoing

DeWitt - Provide homeownership (6) and/or rehabilitation (10) assistance to households

Additional homeowners and/or rehabilitated homes in the community

All funds committed 2008-2010

DeWitt - Provide homeownership assistance to 6 households Additional homeowners and/or rehabilitated homes in the community

Applied for funding in 2009; Number of households assisted, total dollars used to assist households; success of the program

2010-2012

Manchester - Provide homeownership assistance to 7 households Additional homeowners and/or rehabilitated homes in the community

Applied for funding in 2009; Number of households assisted, total dollars used to assist households; success of the program

2010-2012

Bellevue - Up to 400 upscale condominiums Up to 400 condominiums Land for project annexed; 20 units constructed 2009-2013Dyersville – Encourage Developers by providing incentives for opening new developments

Increase number and available options for purchase INSIDE City limits

Number of new households, increase in City tax revenue Ongoing

Maquoketa – Coordinate with developers to construct rental housing

Increased number of rental units Number of new rental units, occupancy of rental units; increased rental units in the community, greater valuation

Ongoing

Miles - Hansen Subdivision Development of new subdivision of 15 new lots

Shovel-ready; need funding 2010-2011

Dubuque - Provide energy efficiency upgrades in commercial sector, energy audits of municipal buildings, RLFs for energy efficiency for landlords, property owners, and municipal buildings

Self-sustaining source of funds for energy efficient retrofits

Funds awarded Ongoing

Dubuque – Provide long term low interest loans for rental property rehabilitation

Rental properties rehabilitated Number of properties per year, number of renters affected, dollars disbursed; success of the program each year and the number of renters affected

Ongoing

Clinton - Provide assistance to 14 owner occupied households 14 homeowner occupied units rehabilitated within the city

Expected completion in 2010 2008-2010

Clinton - Provide assistance to 13 owner occupied households 13 homeowner occupied units rehabilitated within the city

Applied for funding in 2011 2011-2013

Camanche - Provide assistance to owner occupied households 10 homeowner occupied units rehabilitated

Funds applied for in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011

2005-2012

Encourage the reuse and redevelopment of vacant existing properties in the region converting to housing stock

Encourage the construction of affordable housing developments


Clinton - Rehabilitate vacant property in City for student housing Develop student housing Partially done with Ashford Community College rehab of best western hotel

2009-2013

Manchester - Housing rehabilitation assistance (9) Seven homeowner occupied units rehabilitated

In progress; estimated completion by June 2010; project complete

2007-2011

Maquoketa - Provide assistance to at least 12 owner occupied households

At least 14 homeowner occupied units rehabilitated

Applying again for this year for 14; grant in progress 2008-2011

Preston - Provide assistance to owner occupied households Seven homeowner occupied units rehabilitated

Ongoing pursuit of funds Ongoing

Mechanicsville - Provide assistance to 8 owner occupied households

Eight owner occupied households rehabilitated


Stanwood - Provide assistance to 6 owner occupied households Six owner occupied households rehabilitated


West Branch - Provide assistance to 7 owner occupied households Seven owner occupied households rehabilitated


Tipton - Provide assistance to 9 owner occupied households Nine owner occupied households rehabilitated


Epworth - Provide assistance to 10 owner occupied households Ten owner occupied households rehabilitated

Applied for funding in 2009 and 2011 2010-2012

City of Dubuque - Portside Plaza $63 million mixed use condos, office and retail in Port of Dubuque

Funding; construction timeline; owners; tenants; Flexsteel home office started in Port of Dubuque

2009-2013

City of Dubuque/ Millwork District $200 million in residential and commercial development in 29 vacant buildings

Cost: $200 million; Plan adopted by city council; securing historic tax credits in progress; Applying for new market tax credits and Iowa Finance Authority funding; 72 units of workforce housing under construction in the CARADCO building

2009-2013

ECIA, EIRHA, local contractors, regional cities - ECIA region - 25% downpayment housing assistance to LMI buyers in region - New Production (NP1) - 2008 State flood funds to construct 16 Units in Dyersville

Collaboration with internal and external partners; increased number of housing units

All units completed and occupied 2010

ECIA, EIRHA, local contractors, regional cities - ECIA region - 25% downpayment housing assistance to LMI buyers in region - New Production (NP2) - 2008 State flood funds to construct 41 units in ECIA five county region


27 units complete; extension to 2012 2009-2012

ECIA, EIRHA, local contractors, regional cities - ECIA region - 25% downpayment housing assistance to LMI buyers in region - New Production (NP3) - 2008 State flood funds to construct 54 units in city of Dubuque


Construction in progress; all homeowners expected to occupy units by January 2012

2009-2012

ECIA, EIRHA, local contractors, regional cities - ECIA region - 25% downpayment housing assistance to LMI buyers in region - New Production (NP4) - 2008 State flood funds to construct 54-77 units in ECIA five county region


Applied for funds in 2011 2009-2012


Task to be Implemented Lead Organization and Implementation Plan Expected Results Performance Measures and Evaluation Indicators ScheduleGreeley Construct water system to serve Greeley and

DundeeProject complete 2005-2011

Lowden Water system improvements Applied for funding in 2005 and 2006; not yet funded Ongoing

Clinton Wastewater treatment facility Cost: $60,000,000 2009-2012Clinton Combined sewer system separation Cost: $75,000,000 2009-2012Camanche Wastewater regionalization project Funds secured OngoingLow Moor Wastewater regionalization project Funds secured OngoingGrand Mound Wastewater system improvements Not funded but will proceed; applied for funding in

2005; will apply for future fundingOngoing

Stanwood Water system improvements Funds secured; work in progress; will apply for future funding for additional projects

2005-2010

Andrew Wastewater collection improvements Funded 2008; construction in Fall 2008/Spring 2009 2008-2009

Sherrill Wastewater system improvements Funded in 2007; re-bid in November 2008 2007-2009Bennett Wastewater treatment facility improvements Cost: $2,000,000; application being submitted fall

20092009-2012

Clarence Water tower; 150,00 gallon Public hearing held 2008-2010Dubuque Bee Branch drainage basin master plan Cost: $55,000,000; Plan underway; project started 2009-2011

Dubuque Water polution control plant upgrade Cost: $60,000,000 2008-2014Dyersville Sewer and water extension to DOT facility on

Hwy 136Cost: $1,500,000 Ongoing

Dyersville Water and sewer extension to west side industrial park

Cost: $1,700,000 Complete

Dyersville - Sewer treatment facility upgrade Double the capacity of the sewer system to mitigate raw sewage going into nearby rivers

Cost: $3,500,000 2011-2013

Dyersville - 12th Ave SE Utility Extension Project Sewer and water extension and improved water quality

Cost: $974,500 2011-2012

Dyersville - Southeast Utility Extension Project Sewer and water extension across Highway 20 Cost: $900,000 2011-2012

Manchester Water system treatment improvements Cost: $2,400,000; submit application fall 2009 2010-2012Sunbury Wastewater system Cost: $500,000 2009-2012West Branch Wastewater treatment facility Cost: $6,000,000 2009-2012Petersburg New wastewater system Not funded; applied for funding in 2005, 2007, 2008

and 2009 OngoingLeisure Lake New wastewater system Funds applied for; engineering work in progress 2009-2013Elvira New wastewater system Seeking funding OngoingFairview (Jones Co.) New wastewater system Project complete 2011Lake Delhi New wastewater system Preliminary engineering report completed; seeking

funding2009-2013

Durant - Water Tower Replacement; construction of a new 350,000 gallon water tower

New water tower Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Encourage partnerships in the region

CEDS Goal: Promote Improvement of Basic Public Works Facilities and Community Services Which Improve the Public's Health, Safety, and Living Conditions

Funding Sources: Private, Local, State (CDBG, RISE, SRF) and Federal (DOT, USDA, EDA) funds; grantsDifficulties Encountered: Lack of adequate state, federal and grant funding

Disseminate information on available funding resources

Encourage the use of EIRUSS for small communities and unincorporated areas in the region


Durant - Replace Yankee Avenue Lift Station; replace the lift station including the alarm system

New lift station and alarm system Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Durant - Upgrade Wastewater Treatment Facility New wastewater treatment facility Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Tipton - Cedar Street (Highway 38) Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement

New sanitary sewer main Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Tipton - Cedar Street (Highway 38) Water Main Replacement New water main Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

West Branch - North First Street Water System Improvements Replace two blocks of 2 inch water main with 4 inch water main and update outdated piping serving approximately 15 homes; increased fire protection

Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Camanche/Clinton Regional Wastewater Connection Connection of Camanche's wastewater collection system to Clinton's new wastewater treatment facility


Welton - wastewater treatment facility improvements Improvements at WWTF to meet new limits Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Asbury - Asbury Road Water Looping; In order to improve the reliability, quality, and redundancy in the City of Asbury's water system it is essential to extend the 12" existing transmission main to the east City limits to eliminate multiple dead-ends in the system and provide public water system

Improved water system Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Asbury - West Annexation Sewer Extension Project Extended sanitary sewer main to newly annexed property.


Cascade - 09' Manhole Replacement Project New sanitary sewer manholes Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Cascade - Delong Avenue Water Main Looping Project New water main Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013DeWitt - New police station Improved facility Shovel-ready; seeking funding OngoingDubuque - Garfield, Heeb, and Cooper Retaining Walls New retaining walls Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Dubuque - Utillity Expansion to Dubuque Regional Airport New sanitary sewer and water main serving the

Dubuque Regional Airport expanded terminalShovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Miles - Upgrade Sewer System Upgraded Sewer System Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Miles - Water Main replacement Phase 2 and 3 New water main Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Bellevue - Sewer and water extension New sewer and water extension to development

north of CityShovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Earlville - Wastewater treatment plant upgrade Improved wastewater treatment plant Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Manchester - Southwest Trunk Sewer Replacement New sewer Project complete 2010-2013Farley - Wastewater Treatment Disinfection New disinfection process Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013Farley - First Street Water Main Replacement and Reconstruction

New water main and improved street Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2013

Maquoketa - Downtown Overlay, Water-Sewer Replacement New mill/overlay; new water mains; new sanitary sewer mains


Preston - Water Project New water system Cost: $425,000; Study completed 2009-2010Preston - Water Main Project Phase I New water main Cost: $180,000; Study completed 2010-2011Preston - Water Main Project Phase II New water main Cost: $290,000; Study completed 2010-2011Preston - Water Main Project Phase III New water main Cost: $303,000; Study completed 2010-2011Preston - Water Main Project Phase IV New water main Cost: $247,000; Study completed 2010-2011Sabula - Storm water project New storm water system 2010-2011Sabula - Wastewater Treatment project New wastewater treatment facility 2010-2011


Lamotte - 2nd Well New additional well Cost: $350,000 2010-2011Springbrook - Storm water project New storm water system 2010-2011Springbrook - Water project Improved water system 2010-2011Monmouth - Wastewater Treatment project New wastewater treatment facility 2010-2011Tipton - New Volunteer Fire Station New Volunteer Fire Station to replace current

station; Newer fire enginesShovel-ready; seeking funding

2010-2011West Branch - Fire Station Addition Additional bays to current station Project complete 2010-2011West Branch - Library Addition Additional space to existing library Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2011West Branch - Town Hall Renovation New modern WPA municipal building Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2011Central Clinton Community School District - facilities upgrade 20 Classroom Addition; FEMA Emergency Shelter

expansion/improvement; Career & Technical Education Wing; new gymnasium floor; laptop computer upgrades; new geothermal; Biodiesel fuel storage facilty for bus fleet; security upgrades

Shovel-ready; seeking funding

2010-2011Central Community School - Softball Field Relocation New location to alleviate flooding issues Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2011DeWitt - Library Expansion Expanded library Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2013-2014Clinton Community School District - School Improvements New addition to house 8 lane swimming pool,

gym, wrestling room, weight room, and boys/girls locker rooms; A/C to two elementary schools


2010-2011Clinton - Public Library Improved public library Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2011Eastern Iowa Community College District - Campus Improvements

Improved library; Improved Main Campus Building Envelope

Shovel-ready; seeking funding2010-2011

Northeast Comm. Schools - Campus Improvements New auditorium and six additional classrooms Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2011Dubuque Community School District - Sageville Elementary Improvements - Senior High Media Center

Sageville - New elevator; new classrooms and office. Senior - New media center

Shovel-ready; seeking funding2010-2013

Loras College - Campus Improvements Improved campus halls; additional coaches offices; increased teaching and research space; new retail space; improved housing stock - Cox Street Improvements

Shovel-ready; seeking funding; Federal DOT grant funded for Cox Street improvements on campus to be completed in 2012

2010-2012NICC - Campus Improvements Improved campus buildings; new hybrid car fleet;

rural broadband; upgraded college IT backbone; improved energy efficiencies-Peosta/Calmar; new recreation/wellness center


2010-2011University of Dubuque - Campus Improvements New student housing; new performing arts center;

new parking ramp; new administration/educational building; Van Vliet renovation; student dining renovation; new student union; new campus day care center

Shovel-ready; seeking funding; Performing arts center under construction and will be complete in 2012

2010-2013Delaware County Emergency Management - Emergency Services Facility

New facilities to house sandbag supply, emergency shelter trailer, communications trailer, generators and other disaster related supplies


OngoingBellevue Community School - Renovation 1848 Elementary Improved building Shovel-ready; seeking funding Ongoing


Delaware County Community Services - Building expansion New building to serve more people because of recent flooding

Project complete2010-2011

Dubuque County - Julien Care Faculity upgrade Upgraded existing fire detection and new sprinkler system

Shovel-ready; seeking funding; ARRA grant funded for new heating and cooling HVAC which will be installed in 2011 Ongoing

Farley - First Street Water Main Replacement and New water main Project complete 2010-2011West Branch - Lift Station New lift station and 14" force main Shovel-ready; seeking funding 2010-2012


Task to be Implemented Lead Organization and Implementation Plan Expected Results Performance Measures and Evaluation Indicators ScheduleCollaborate regionally to create ECO-EI building on the Sustainable Dubuque program

Petal Project - Prosperity Eastern Iowa. Green business certification program to encourage encourage environmental practices in the business communtiy

Companies will learn sustainability practices

Program in place; 14 businesses participating; Loras certified in 2011

Ongoing

Delmar – Explore ways for expanding recreational/historic trail system from park along historic highway; construct sidewalks from depot to old jailhouse; add recreational equipment to the park; develop a camp ground, athletic field, establish bike paths

A variety of recreational activities in Delmar

Funding sources identified, matching funds secured, timeline for project finalized, work complete; park improved, sidewalks installed, athletic field constructed, etc

2009-2013

DeWitt and Wheatland – Develop a multi-purpose recreational trail Recreational activities for the communities

Funds secured for the project; recreational trails under construction

2009-2013

Dubuque County - Heritage Trail Improvements Improved connectivity between small communities and recreational trail access

Funding source for improvement planning has been identified with an estimated cost of $12,500; Cost of suggested improvements remains TBD.

2011-2015

Asbury - Develop a trail to direct pedestrians and bicyclists around Asbury Road

Safe alternative route for pedestrians and bicyclists

Funding applied for; trail location identified and a portion of funding secured; sidewalk is complete, bicycle lane in future

2009-2013

Dyersville – Develop a park and trail comprehensive plan Comp Plan identifying needs, locations, strategies

Comp plan completion; partial plan completet for Westside Park to link with Heritage Trail

2009-2013

Bellevue – Develop 11 acres of park land 11 acres of new parks with recreational facilities

Number of acres acquired and developed; enhanced recreational opportunities, new tourists to the area

2009-2013

LaMotte – Explore purchasing land for park development Increased recreational opportunities in the community

Acres identified, timeline identified, acres purchased; timeline for park development, recreation plan in place

Ongoing

Maquoketa - Pedestrian/bike trail and bridge along S Main to new Walmart

Cost: $430,000 2010-2011

Participate in the MRT board activities and encourage participation by MPO and RPA in the region

Development of national trail in region

Securing funds; development of the trail; status of the project, status of funding

Ongoing

Tipton - New Bike/Pedestrial Trail System New Bike/Pedestrian Trail System

Community visioning program identified plan; Shovel-ready 2010-2011

DeWitt - Silver Creek Trail Phase II An underpass to 11th Street Project complete 2010-2011

Camanche - Walkway New walkway Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2010-2011Delaware Co. Conservation Dept. - BF Park - campground addition Restored park facilities Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2010-2013Maquoketa - Walkway project New walk/bike trail from the

City's southern-most existing sidewalk system to the new Wal-Mart on S Main; new small walk/bike bridge over Prairie Creek

Shovel-ready; need to secure funding

2010-2011

CEDS Goal: Promote and Encourage Sustainability throughout the RegionDifficulties Encountered: State and Federal funding; community support; weather; competitive markets; land owners; rising construction costsFunding Sources: Private, Local, State and Federal funds; grants

Encourage community design and reuse which contributes to identity, heritage and sense of place


Jackson County Conservation - Copper Creek Trail Addition New 1.9 mile trail that will connect the existing 1 mile Copper creek Trail to the 3.7 mile Jackson County recreational Trail


2010-2011Dubuque County - City of Benard - Installion of Sidewalks Improved sidewalks to the

schoolShovel-ready; need to secure funding

2010-2011Maquoketa - ADA Sidewalk Project New compliant curb cuts in

the CityShovel-ready; need to secure funding

2010-2011Maquoketa Comm. School District - Heating and Cooling Upgrades New energy efficient

windows; upgraded heating, new cooling system


2010-2011Dubuque County - Farley Road Grade and Pave Bike Lanes New bike lanes Shovel-ready; need to secure funding 2010-2011Spragueville - Trail from Preston to Spragueville New trail Applying for Iowa DOT funding 2010-2011

Encourage energy conservation Dubuque - IBM, Smart City pilot program for sustainability (AY McDonald also a partner)

Revamp how water, energy and tranportation systems operate; reduce carbon footprint

Cost: $2.5 million; Water meter replacement underway 2010-2013

Dyersville – Develop a recreational trail within City Recreational trail along the Maquoketa River North Fork

Design work complete; applied for REAP-not funded; trail completion date, trail identified in comp plan, trail useage

Ongoing

ECIA Transportation and Planning - Complete and implement Jule/RTA transit study

Projecting potential changes for the area into the future

Creating projects to facilitate future changes in the area for all modes of transportation by taking into consideration safety and security of the area; primary input for TIP; Shopping Route implemented in October 2011; Applied for funds for evening college route and mid-town loop (2012-2013)

Ongoing

Clinton/ECIA - Create plan to design Safe Routes to School to encourage children to walk or bike to school

Create a list of projects for the area and prioritize them based on their impact

Monitor increase in children walking and biking to school; Funding secured from Iowa DOT

2009-2010

Delaware County/ECIA - Create plan to design Safe Routes to School to encourage children to walk or bike to school


Applied for Iowa DOT grant 2010-2011

Jackson County/ECIA - Create plan to design Safe Routes to School to encourage children to walk or bike to school


Applied for Iowa DOT grant 2010-2011

DeWitt - Silver Creek Trail Phase III Trail extension -east from Well #7 to 5th Street


2011-2013Five projects consisting of 14 sections and more than 6 miles of new pathways

West Branch - Develop 14 sections of new trails Conceptual plan; searching for funding

Encourage environmental integrity through healthy air, reduced greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing health risks


Dyersville - Develop social center and senior meal program center Reuse and repurpose of abandoned public kindergarten building

Completion of renovation within budget, facility usage 2011-2012

Dyersville-Develop sustainable stormwater management practices Reduced maintenance costs, improved quality of streams, reduced erosion

Revised ordinances Ongoing

Dyersville-WWTP Phase II project - Recycle existing Wastewater/Increase Land Applied Solids

Reduced maintenance costs with less fuel and water usage

Fuel Consumption and Water Usage 2012

Dubuque - Green Dubuque - reduce emissions by 50 percent by 2030 Reduced emissions Greenhouse gas emissions study complete Ongoing

Dubuque - DMATS - Jeldwen - EPA emissions reduction project VMT reduction 2011-2012


County City Name of Employer Business/Industry Type Existing or New Business/Industry

Jobs Created or Gained Jobs Lost

Reason for Gain or Loss

Dollars Invested

Cedar Tipton Cedar Poly Manufacturing 51 Growth in business $50,000

Clinton DeWitt The Swiss Colony Warehouse/Distribution Existing 43 ConsolidationClinton Thomas and Betts Manufacturing Existing 165 ConsolidationClinton Hampton Inn Hotel New 22 New business $4,000,000

Delaware Earlville EIP Manufacturing Existing 20Greeley Elkwind Energy/Central Iowa Power Cooperative Windmills New 3 Expansion

Manchester Greene & Associates Telemarketing Existing 20 Moved $5,000,000Manchester Regional Medical Center Medical Existing ExpansionManchester & Delhi

Bradco, McMillen & the Major Manufacturing Existing 25

Manchester Rockwell Collins Manufacturing Existing 20Dubuque Dubuque Sedgwick CMS Claims Administration New 200 $5,000,000

Dubuque Eagle Point Software Computer Software Existing 15 $0Dubuque Flexsteel Industries Manufacturing Existing 10 $12,000,000Dubuque TM Logistics (Hodge Companies) Logisitics/Distribution 22 $1,000,000Dubuque IWI Motor Parts Service 10 $2,500,000Dubuque Green Industrial Supply Light manufacturing 17 $8,500,000Dubuque Fareway Grocery New 120 New businessDyersville Dyersville Die Cast heavy die casting Existing 20 ExpansionDyersville Procon GPS tracking Existing 20 Growth in businessDyersville Nu World Amaranth Gluten free food processing Existing 15 new marketsDyersville FarmTek manufacturing and distribution Existing 100 Expansion $4,400,000Peosta Berry Plastics manufacturing Existing 12 Expansion $8,800,000Peosta Ductsox Fabric Air Dispersion Products manufacturing Existing 15 Expansion $0

Jackson Preston Iowa Firewood Products manufacturing Existing 3 $115,000Maquoketa Pacific Coast Feather manufacturing Existing 50 ExpansionMaquoketa Wady Industries manufacturing Existing 7 Re organizationMaquoketa HUSCO International manufacturing Existing 25

Subtotals 795 235

Section 7: PERFORMANCE MEASURES/QUANTIFIABLE DELIVERABLES/EVALUATION


Schedule - 2012 Proposed Scope of WorkEDA planning funds will support the implementation of an Economic Planning program designed to create and retain jobs throughout the region. A five-year Economic Development Strategy was adopted in 2009 for the region and runs through 2014. This is the third year of our five-year CEDS for 2010-2014. We will begin working with the CEDS Strategy Committee on the initial steps to prepare the CEDS for 2012. In addition to that we will be performing the following activities:

A. LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEETINGS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP MEETINGS: ECIA staff regularly attends meetings of local governments and local economic development groups to provide information and facilitate program implementation.

1. ECIA participates and sits on the Board of the Greater Dubuque Development Corporation and regularly attends their meetings at least quarterly. 2. ECIA staff regularly hosts and participates in City Clerk meetings in Delaware and Dubuque Counties and hosts two meetings a year of the regional city clerks. 3. ECIA staff regularly attends and acts as the secretary for the Jackson County Mayors. Meetings are held monthly in Jackson County. 4. ECIA staff regularly participates in the RC&D meetings. Meetings are held monthly in Jackson County. 5. ECIA staff participates in the Tri-State Alliance regional partnership. The entity focuses on furthering economic development and transportation in the tri-state region of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. The Tri-State Alliance meets quarterly in person and monthly by teleconference. 6. ECIA will be holding monthly Prosperity Eastern Iowa meetings with local economic developers. 7. ECIA ED staff to meet with GDDC staff on a monthly basis to discuss local and regional ED projects related to retention and expansion of local businesses. 8. ECIA staff participates and sits on the Enterprise Zone Committee for the City of Dubuque. The committee meets as needed to review and approve economic development related proposals seeking enterprise zone benefits in the City of Dubuque. 9. ECIA staff participates and sits on the Green Jobs Training program oversight Committee and ECIA Business Growth, Inc. was the lead applicant for the grant program. This is a partnership with Northeast Iowa Community College, Iowa Workforce Development, Four Mounds, and the City of Dubuque to provide green job training and opportunities to job seekers in the region. 10. ECIA staff participates in the City of Dubuque’s Project Hope meetings. The group is focused on defining poverty in the Dubuque area and finding solutions to the barriers that people experience in finding and maintaining long term employment. The group meets monthly. 11. ECIA staff with the partnership of the City of Dubuque, the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, NICC, Dubuque Community School District, and GDDC, formed a working committee that meets monthly to research, define and establish a re-engagement program for disengaged youth and adults in the Dubuque area. 12. Complete the annual CEDS report for 2012 and submit by 12/31/2012.

B. TRAINING AND CONFERENCE: Attend and participate in meetings of national, state, and local organizations affecting regional strategy policies and programs.

1. ECIA staff will continue to participate in the annual trip of the Clinton and the Dubuque


communities to meet with federal officials concerning local needs. Trips are scheduled for February and May, 2012. 2. ECIA staff will attend the Iowa League of Cities meeting. 3. ECIA staff will attend Iowa DNR meetings in Des Moines. 4. ECIA staff will attend regional meeting hosted by the EDA. 5. ECIA staff will attend two national meetings - either NADO, NARC, or the IEDC meetings. 6. ECIA staff will attend training to become familiar with "green" and sustainable business practices that can be introduced to Buyer Supplier companies and member governments.

C. INFORMATION DISSEMINATION: Disseminate census, economic, statistical and program information by telephone, e-mail, letter, newsletter, personal contact, and training programs. Maintain a database for use in program development and implementation.

1. ECIA staff prepares six newsletters each year that is emailed out to over 800 individuals and/or entities in the region and archived on our website. 2. ECIA staff maintains the websites for ECIA, Prosperity Eastern Iowa, the Regional Transit Authority, and the Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Authority/Corporation and the Eastern Iowa Regional Utility Service Systems, Buyers Supplier Connection, Petal Project, Dubuque Metropolitan Transportation Study, and Accessmyfuture.com. 3. ECIA staff responds to approximately 150-200 requests for information each year pertaining to grant applications, TIF districts, enterprise zone, etc. 4. ECIA staff participates in local, regional and national meetings discussing programs, projects and successes in our region related to economic and community development. ECIA staff will present during at least one national and/or regional meeting in the upcoming year.

D. GRANT/LOAN APPLICATIONS: Assist local governments in the preparation of grant/loan applications for funding of projects of local and regional concern.

1. ECIA staff regularly prepare grant applications and loan applications for CDBG projects such as water, sewer, child care centers, etc. 2. ECIA staff regularly prepare applications for Enterprise Zone and other State economic development programs. 3. ECIA staff regularly prepare federal grant program applications for programs such as State of Good Repair, Clean Fuels, Bus Livability, EPA Brownsfield, TIGGER and TIGER. ECIA staff will continue to pursue these grant programs annually for communities in the region. 4. ECIA staff prepare Community Attraction and Tourism grant applications for communities. We anticipate 1 applications per year for this funding. 5. ECIA staff will prepare grant and loan applications for flood recovery programs in the region. ECIA will continue this work through 2012.

E. DATA CENTER: Collect data and program information on economic development trends and conditions including finance, labor, business development, industrial development, and the agricultural economy.

1. ECIA maintains data for grants and reports which is used in applications. 2. ECIA maintains the Location One Information System for the region to track the available


sites and buildings through the Prosperity Eastern Iowa web site. This is updated on an ongoing basis.

F. DEVELOPMENT STUDIES: Assist local governments and economic development entities in preparing Community Builder Plans.

1. ECIA staff will prepare strategic plans for development groups, chambers or cities in the upcoming year.

G. EASTERN IOWA RURAL UTILITIES, INC.: Provide technical assistance to local governments and coordinate with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED) in the efforts to administer the 28E organization that provides water and sewer services to cities and rural residents.

1. ECIA will continue work with counties in the region in the design and application plans for funding for unsewered communities in the region.

H. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Provide technical assistance to local governments, development corporations, chambers of commerce, businesses, and individuals, in the ongoing implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy. ECIA has traditionally provided technical assistance to local governments via a Manager of Government Relations and has extended this to economic development technical assistance. The association will provide technical expertise in financing and deal packaging.

1. ECIA will assist with Tax Increment Financing in the region. 2. ECIA will assist in writing ordinances and in developing zoning plans. 3. ECIA will assist with RISE applications for roadways in to business parks. 4. ECIA will assist communities in preparing Urban Revitalization plans and Urban Renewal Plans. 5. ECIA will assist with EPA, IDNR and IDED Brownfield grant applications. 6. ECIA staff will continue to assist small communities under 500 population with utility billing and accounting services. 7. ECIA staff through the Prosperity Eastern Iowa entity will continue to provide expertise in web page design and optimization and developing and submitting proposals to leads and inquiries in the region.

I. PROSPERITY EASTERN IOWA COLLABORATIVE MARKETING: Administer and conduct the activities identified by the Prosperity Eastern Iowa Economic Development Partnership to further business retention and expansion in ECIA’s three of ECIA’s Counties, Dubuque, Delaware, Jackson and then Jones County. Key projects and activities that will be conducted include:

1. ECIA implemented the local industry business retention and expansion program known as InfoAction. 2. Continue updating the regional websites: Buyers Supplier; Prosperity Eastern Iowa; Accessmyfuture.com; and Petal-project.com. 3. Continue to seek partners and raise funds for the Prosperity efforts. 4. Continue to partner with the State of Iowa on the export conference and program.


5. Continue to pursue partnerships to expand Buyer Supplier into other parts of Iowa; into Wisconsin; and into Illinois. 6. Continue to promote and seek businesses to participate in the Petal Project sustainability program and green business program that can be incorporated into their daily business practices. 7. Continue to focus on recruitment and retention of the younger workforce in the region. 8. Continue to expand the partnership and work with Iowa State Extension office in developing a partnership for local and regional foods and incorporate into the Buyer Supplier program. 9. Continue to partner with the Northeast Iowa Business Network in the expansion and promotion of the buyer Supplier program in their region.

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