Community Economic Development

Local Highlights

April 10, 2018

Are you a people oriented, self-starter with an interest in becoming the next Madison County Fair Intern? Check out this link to apply!

January 10, 2017

New ISU Extension and Outreach specialist working to spread knowledge of good tree practices

November 15, 2016

Five lessons offered by Iowa State Department of Horticulture

September 7, 2016

Employment may bring additional benefits to teens and perhaps a few concerns for their parents

July 21, 2016

United Way report describes ‘Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed’ in Iowa

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ISU Extension to Communities Website

ISU Extension assists Iowa communities in planning and encouraging sustainable community and economic development that lead to positive quality of life for all citizens.
Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS)

Helping the College of Engineering and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach carry out their land-grant university mission to improve the quality of life in Iowa by enhancing the performance of Iowa industry.
Iowa Community Indicators Program (ICIP)

ICIP provides data and research on local economic, demographic, and social trends for business and communities.
Retail Trade Analysis

Reports of recent and historical trends in the local retail trade sector by city.
Community Vitality Center

The CVC facilitates networking among small and medium size rural communities, sponsors policy analyses, engages communities in dialogue, and fosters discussion among rural and urban interests.
Data for Decision Makers Series

Data on each county in Iowa including population demographics, education, retail sales, personal income, employment, occupation, housing, and family characteristics.
Iowa Manure Management Action Group

Comprehensive information on manure management, research and application for Iowa.