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Preparing for the Upcoming Legislative Session: What We Know, What We’re Hearing and What We’re Anticipating
Sep 25, 2019
As we prepare for the 2020 Iowa legislative session, we continue to seek input from members and stakeholders and strategically p… Read More
Apply Now to be Featured in 2020 Business Support Program Lineup
Sep 25, 2019
You’re an expert in your field and our members could benefit from your expertise! If you’d like to share your knowledge and get … Read More
Speed Networking Returns in October to Make More Connections
Sep 25, 2019
Speed Networking is back October 10 from 7:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Economic Alliance. Those new to their roles, nonprofit em… Read MoreFirst Three Months of Cedar Rapids City Bike Share Sees 8,700 Rides
Sep 18, 2019
In May, the City of Cedar Rapids unveiled the city's first bike share program with a fleet of 150 electric-assist bikes and 90 b… Read More
Trade Agreement with Mexico and Canada is a Big Deal for Iowa
Sep 12, 2019
The continued success of manufacturing and other industries in Iowa depends on all of us using our collective voice to urge Con… Read More
Community Gathers to Discuss Child Care Shortage & Determine Solutions
Sep 11, 2019
There’s a child care shortage in Iowa. On average, one in two children go without access to affordable, quality child care. Our … Read More
New Mural in Greene Square Pays Homage to the American Discovery Trail
Economic Alliance | Sep 11, 2019
Did you know that Cedar Rapids is part of a 6,800+ mile trail that spans across the country? It’s called the American Discovery… Read More
Hemp in Iowa: What the Economic Alliance is Working On
Economic Alliance | Sep 11, 2019
Hemp in Iowa. It’s a topic on many farmers’ and businesses’ minds. In the 2019 Iowa legislative session, Senate File 599 establ… Read More
MedQuarter Celebrates Accomplishments Over the Last Eight Years
Economic Alliance | Sep 11, 2019
Of the three self-supported municipal improvement districts (or SSMIDs, as we often refer to them) in Cedar Rapids, the MedQuart… Read More