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Program Builder
A new interactive online service of ISU Extension Community and Economic Development allows community leaders to design their own programs for assistance. Information sessions are being offered in all 99 Iowa counties to acquaint community leaders with what's available.

Community Matters
A newsletter for local leaders interested in helping their communities advance with the times. Read the current issue online or check the archives.

Elderhostel Programs Offer Tourism Opportunities
Discover Iowa’s communities. Elderhostel programs often visit people or places that are not accessible to the public.  Persons age 55+ can participate in these educational travel programs and learn about Iowa in a new and fascinating way.

Programs for Communities -- An overview of programming delivered by ISU Extension Community and Economic Development campus and field specialists.

Community Economic Development News

2/20/2009 - 2009 Wind Energy Conference March 20 in Fairfield
Learn about wind energy opportunities, resources and threats to the wind energy industry at the 2009 Wind Energy Conference March 20, presented by Iowa State University Extension.
2/13/2009 - Iowa Water Conference to be held March 9-10
Stormwater and environmental groups to hold joint meeting to discuss urban and agricultural water issues.
2/6/2009 - Proposals for Healthy Living Activities Sought by Food and Fitness Initiative
People in the five county area of the Northeast Iowa Food and Fitness Initiative are encouraged to submit activity requests to be considered as part of the initiatives 2-year plan.