ISU Extension Community Data

a Quarterly Publication for Iowa Leaders
from Extension Community and Economic Development

A revisit to a planning studio project in downtown Red Oak shows lasting bnefits 12 years later
Recommendations help communities become elder-friendly to attract and keep older residents
Diane Van Wyngarden is named Individual Friend of Tourism by the Iowa Tourism Office and Iowa Department of Economic Development
Planning and Sustaining Community Landscapes is topic for tri-state conference in Sioux City
Iowa State University’s Design West center in Sioux City is the 2008 recipient of the American Institute of Architects Iowa Honor Award for Design
Success of West Liberty Foods founded in partnership between ISU Extension and West Liberty Economic Area Development
Students compete to design affordable housing for flood-damaged communities
Multicultural Community Planning Project in Perry draws on ISU student resources
Web-based mapping tool assists Iowa schools with Safe Routes to School program
Election official training conducted by ISU Extension helps 2008 voting go smoothly
Community Development – Data Information and Analysis Laboratory provides ISU Extension support to communities in all 99 Iowa counties

Community and economic development programming from ISU Extension assists communities in disaster recovery
Study examines the decline of grocery stores in Iowa’s smallest communities
Student-operated statistical service reaches out to Iowa Communities
Take Charge Web site provides tools for communities to find economic development data
Iowa’s Living Roadways community visioning program makes route come alive for 2008 RAGBRAI riders
ISU Extension specialists facilitate retreat for directors of the Fort Des Moines Museum and Education Center
Geographic Information Systems study examines performance of students in Iowa and Illinois school districts
Value added agriculture programs helps Iowans retain more of their food dollar
Norm Riggs looks back on a 31-year career with ISU Extension

Mount Pleasant PLaCE Project is Turning a Downtown Visualization Exercise into a Reality
Geospatial Survey Technology Enhances Participation in Iowa's Living Roadways Community Visioning Program
High-Tech Land-Use Planning is a Benefit of CommunityViz Software Used by Institute for Design Research and Outreach
Study Demonstrates Value of Natural Resources to Economic Development
Horizons Program Focuses on Reducing Poverty in Rural Iowa Communities
Extension Programs Benefit from Involvement of ISU Students
Design West Studios Expose Students to the Elements of Design and Planning in Sioux City
Town/Craft Roundtables Address Key Community Development Issues. Recent topics include Biofuels and Elder-Friendly Design
Quality Workforce Housing Essential to Economic Development
Housing Expert Joines Extension Community and Economic Development Staff
'Number Guy' Will Goudy Set the Standard for Accessible Census Data

North Central Regional Community Resources and Economic Development Planning Roundtable held at Town/Craft Center in February
Economic impact of industrial activity is topic for Dave Swenson at conference at ISU Design West in Sioux City
Online program offers master's degree in community development
Tri-State Green Spaces Conference brings together ISU specialists in Sioux City
Interactive geographic information systems allow public to participate in community planning
City of Jefferson uses GIS survey as a tool to solve problems with city water and sewer quality
Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll tracks views of Iowans on bioeconomy and quality of life issues
ISU Design West center featured in Siouxland Magazine
Director of Center for Transportation Research and Education looks at Iowa's road system and the need for repairs, replacements and maintenance
Program specialist joins Regoinal Capacity Analysis Program (ReCAP)
Communities selected for Iowa's Living Roadways 2008 Visioning Program
A look back: Sir Eino Kainlauri, professor of architecture whose outreach efforts spanned nine time zones

Extension assists in construction of two ethanol plants in Southwest Iowa.
Geographic Information Systems short courses and Planning and Zoning Workshops offer training for local officials.
Greene County explores ways to participate in the bioeconomy.
Training for precinct election officials prepares the way for voting in 2008.
Roads Scholars program helpsl state, county and municipal road workers improve their skills.
Fairground beautification project receives a boost from ISU Extension landscape architects.
Woodbury County Extension Education Director creates networks for economic development.
ReCAP offers focused data analysis for Iowa Communities.
Margherita Tarr: A woman ahead of her time who left an impact on the Iowa landscape.

SEAT program works to keep elections in Iowa open, honest, and fair
Community Vitality Center research targets people moving to and from rural Iowa
Therapeutic gardens yield better physical, mental and emotional health
Small Iowa communities are invited to apply to the 2008 Community Visioning Program
Southeast Iowa travel program attracts visitors nationwide

Extension Conference on Community Sustainability in the Bioeconomy draws large audience
Spanish Language DVD Series Teaches Immigrants Daily Survival Skills
Land Use Planning Notebook Updated
Landscape Architecture Project Focuses on Community Trail Use and Physical Activity
Immigrants Fuel Market Demand for Goat Meat in Iowa
Citizenship Classes held New Iowans Become New Americans
Town/Craft Center in Perry Provides Key to Sustainable Future for Iowa Towns and Landscapes
Design Studio in Sioux City Provides New Outreach Opportunities for ISU
West Liberty Economic Development Partnership Provides Model for Other Iowa Communities
Planning Academy Attended by 113 Iowa Officials
Extension Staff Certified in Many Community Development Fields
Community Vitality Center Celebrates Five Years of Entrepreneurship
Sociologist Art Johnson Leaves a Legacy of Strong Communities

Page last updated: January 21, 2009
Questions or comments? Contact Linda Kennedy, Extension to Communities secretary, lindaek@iastate.edu