Get Ready!

ECICOG has launched “Envision East Central Iowa,” an update to our region’s six-county Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). Conducted In partnership with the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, Iowa City Area Development Group, Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids Community Foundation and other urban and rural stakeholders, the project will focus on development strategies to advance our region following the disruption caused by COVID-19. Future IQ has been retained to the guide the planning process. There will be many opportunities to participate; including individual surveys, county-based strategy sessions, and a region-wide think tank event. Watch for additional information over the next few months.