The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) awarded Community Catalyst Building Remediation grants to 25 Iowa communities for the remediation or redevelopment of underutilized buildings to stimulate economic growth in communities. The Jackson County communities of Maquoketa, Preston and Sabula each received one of these grants.
ASSISTANCE TO JACKSON COUNTY BUSINESSES
Jun 5 2020FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Nic Hockenberry at (563) 652-4549 or hockenberry@thejcea.org
ASSISTANCE TO JACKSON COUNTY BUSINESSES
(Maquoketa, IA) – The Jackson County Board of Supervisors, working with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, East Central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA) and the Maquoketa Area Chamber of Commerce, have established the Jackson County Emergency Business Assistanc...
(Maquoketa, IA) – The Jackson County Economic Alliance (JCEA) held its fifth Annual Investor & Partner Appreciation Event on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. The reception was hosted by the Maquoketa Art Experience and sponsored by River Ridge Brewing, Moore Family Farms, Blue-9 Pet Products, Tri-M BBQ and Simply Parker’s. Ther...
JACKSON COUNTY DOWNTOWN LOAN PROGRAM
Nov 21 2019(Jackson County, IA) November 21, 2019 – Jackson County Economic Alliance (JCEA) in cooperation with the financial institutions in Jackson County announces the renewal of a low interest loan program targeted at the downtowns in Jackson County communities.
Six financial institutions, including Bellevue State Bank, Maquoketa State Bank, DuTrac Community Credit Union, Fidelity Bank & Trust, Clinton National Bank...
MAQUOKETA COMPANY EXPANDS
Nov 20 2019MAQUOKETA, IA – November 20, 2019 - The Maquoketa Company, a local manufacturer in Maquoketa, Iowa has broken ground on a new 14,000 square foot addition which is expected to be completed by the end of 2020. The company moved to Maquoketa from Dubuque with three employees who worked ou...
BELLEVUE, Iowa — Facing a shortage of day care services, Bellevue officials are examining possible solutions.
City Council members this week discussed the city’s scarcity of such offerings — a state only expected to worsen.
City Administrator and City Clerk Abbey Skrivseth said she was informed that a local day care provide...
BELLEVUE, Iowa — When Allen Ernst purchased the old button factory in Bellevue, the basement was submerged in the Mississippi River and the top floor was sinking in the middle under its own weight.
It was in far-from-ideal condition. But Ernst only saw potential.
“It will be a hub for the town’...
JACKSON COUNTY CELEBRATES MANUFACTURING MONTH
Sep 24 2019
JACKSON COUNTY CELEBRATES MANUFACTURING MONTH
Manufacturing Week to Expand Knowledge of Manufacturing and Manufacturing Career Opportunities
(Jackson County, IA) September 24, 2019 – As part of Jackson County Manufacturing Month 2019, manufacturers and educators of our current and future workforce will open their doors to students and the public as part of an effort to help people better understand today’s manufacturing environment and draw attention to the outstanding opportunities that a caree...
12 tri-state business leaders named Rising Stars
Sep 19 2019The stars were out early Wednesday, as 12 area up-and-comers in the business world were honored as bizTimes.biz Rising Stars.
They were honored at a breakfast ceremony at Diamond Jo Casino in Dubuque.
The designation recognizes business leaders younger than 40 who demonstrate leadership and serve as role models in the community.
The 2019 Risin...
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — City of Maquoketa officials are moving forward with a project to renovate the facades of 15 downtown buildings, with another 15 planned for the future.
Maquoketa City Council members this week approved preliminary costs and set a public hearing date for Sept. 3 for the project. Work coul...
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The need for skilled workers in manufacturing, construction trades, healthcare, and information technology continues to be a challenge for area employers, with nearly 56 percent of the employers in Iowa reporting difficulty in finding applicants with the skills needed to fill their openings (Iowa Workforce Needs Assessment, 2018, Iowa Workforc...
PRESTON DOWNTOWN INCENTIVE PROGRAM
May 31 2019(Preston, IA) - The City of Preston, in partnership with the Jackson County Economic Alliance, is announcing the establishment of a downtown incentive initiative.
Eligible projects for this program include facade and/or interior renovation, upper story renovation, additions, leasehold improvements, and/or acquisition of commercial property in the downtown district. Projects mus...
The Keep Iowa Beautiful Board of Directors has announced the 2019 annual award winners for enhancing the beauty, cleanliness and attractiveness of the state of Iowa. The four award categories are community, organization, corporate and individual. The recipients will be presented their awards in the Governor’s Office at the Stat...
Maquoketa, IA, March 18, 2019: If you are in the market for a new home, people are encouraged to attend an open house on Thursday, April 4, 2019, 4:30 to 6:30, at the Maquoketa Art Experience, 124 S. Main Street, Maquoketa, to learn about an exciting new housing opportunity comin...
(Maquoketa, IA) December 2018 – The Wellmark Foundation has released a seven-minute video promoting their partnerships with the Grant Wood Loop region. The region is comprised of Jackson, Jones and Dubuque Counties and was the pilot program for Parks to People. (https://youtu.be/dhhuyzM-wKI)
“The Wellmark Foundation mission is to continually improve an...
Projects in Dubuque and Maquoketa each have been awarded more than $200,000 from the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs.
The projects were among five to receive funding through the Iowa Great Places program, which “recognizes and partners with Iowans who cultivate the unique and authentic qualities of their local places,” accordin...
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MAQUOKETA, Iowa — A $3.8 million federal grant could help pay for the largest-ever municipal construction project in Maquoketa.
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently awarded the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development grant for the project along Platt Street/Iowa 64 — the main east-west artery through town.
The grant was awarde...
MAQUOKETA, Iowa — Those tasked with overseeing an update of Maquoketa’s comprehensive plan have started gathering public input.
The comprehensive plan committee recently conducted a public input session on the plan, allowing residents to express their views on what issues city officials should explore.
A steering committee was formed earlier this yea...
The impending launch of an innovative child care program could provide a ray of hope as Dubuque-area employers and economic development leaders confront deepening workforce challenges.
Officials with Greater Dubuque Development Corp. on Friday announced plans for a pilot program that will provide free child care in connection with an existin...
Telegraph Herald Aug 31, 2018
SABULA, Iowa -- After more than six months, motorists now can drive across the Mississippi River bridge at Sabula.
A short bridge just outside the Sabula city limits reopened today, restoring access to the U.S. 52/Illinois 64 bridge that spans the river
The Iowa Department of Transportation notes tha...
BY ANGELA JONES For the Telegraph Herald
One thing is apparent when attending a craft beer share such as the one hosted by the Dubuque Area Beer Enthusiasts: These gatherings are made up mostly of men.
That might not be surprising. After all, many women might gravitate toward wine or other beverage...
Iowa Economic Development Authority awards CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant to the City of Maquoketa
Jul 17 2018Maquoketa officials have learned that the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has awarded a CDBG Downtown Revitalization Grant to the City of Maquoketa. Maquoketa Mayor, Don Schwenker, was notified Monday, July 16, of the $500,000 for downtown façade rehabilitation.
“I am very pleased with the announcement of the grant award. Thi...
JCEA Appoints New Director
Jul 2 2018Maquoketa mayor and Chairperson of the Jackson County Economic Alliance (JCEA), Don Schwenker, announced the promotion of Nicolas Hockenberry as the new economic development director for the JCEA effective July 1, 2018.
Hockenberry has been at the JCEA for the past 4 years serving as Economic Development Specialist and Assistant Director...
ART GALLERY TO OPEN AT POTTER’S MILL
Jul 2 2018A new, artistic offering soon will make its way to the Potter’s Mill property in Bellevue.
An art gallery dubbed A Corner to Fill will open in early or mid-July, according to gallery owner Mark Herman, who will operate the business with his wife, Rachel.
The gallery will be operated on th...