Growing the Eastern Iowa Aerospace Industry Cluster through UI Partnerships
Last week, Greater Iowa City, Inc. joined Iowa Economic Development and Iowa Finance Authority Director Debi Durham, Eastern Iowa Airport Director Marty Lenss, University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson, and University faculty and leadership to discuss the airport’s efforts to build a regional aerospace cluster and how the University of Iowa could support the initiative. […]
Urban Renewal Designation Sets Stage for Investment in ACT Campus and Sycamore
Last night, the Iowa City City Council voted unanimously to create two Urban Renewal Areas – one at North Dodge and Scott (former ACT campus) and another at Sycamore. The Urban Renewal designation is a tool cities can use to target specific areas that are underutilized or deteriorated for redevelopment and revitalization. It is the […]
Data Bites from the 2025 Data Digest: Health & Transportation
A well-connected and thriving region supports resident well-being through mobility, connectivity, and access to essential services. To assess how healthy and connected residents are across the greater Iowa City area, we turn to our Community Data Dashboard. Developed as a result of our annual Data Digest, our interactive tool tracks 30 business climate and quality-of-life […]
Updates from the Capitol: Funnel Week is Here
The legislature has seen a busy few weeks as legislators continue to collaborate, introduce new bills, and amend current ones ahead of the funnel deadline approaching this Friday. After Friday, bills that have not passed out of their committees will no longer be up for consideration this year, with the exception of bills in the […]
Celebrating Growth, Investment & Impact Across Our Business Community
Greater Iowa City, Inc. hosts A Toast to Business: a celebration dedicated to recognizing the businesses, leaders, and organizations that are driving growth, innovation, and impact across our region. While many events celebrate milestones, A Toast to Business is about celebrating momentum and impact. This event honors the businesses investing in workforce development, breaking down barriers, creating […]
Updates from the Capitol: Week 3
Following the conclusion of the third week of the legislative session, lawmakers are continuing to address many issues related to Greater IC’s 2026 Public Policy Priorities, including workforce development, housing, and tax reform. We have spotlighted relevant legislation that impacts our businesses and community below: Property Tax Reform Property tax reform continues to be one […]