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Habitat and Hunter Access Program Looking for Projects
Iowa’s Habitat and Access Program (IHAP) will begin accepting new land for enrollment this summer after the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) was awarded a $3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture as part of the farm bill
Manchester Whitewater Park Grand Opening June 20 During “Let it Flow” Riverfest
Northeast Iowa is home to Iowa’s newest river attraction as the Manchester Whitewater Park opens June 20. The grand opening is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and will feature whitewater kayak and standup paddle board demonstrations as well as a ceremony at 11 a.m. on the riverfront. The celebration is part of the “Let it Flow” Riverfest, which kicks off Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a street fair featuring live music and food vendors from the area.
May Housing Trends: Iowa Homes Selling Fast, Sales up 7.3%
Sale prices and number of homes sold continue their upward trend. Homes are selling faster than any point in the last 3 years according to the Iowa Association of REALTORS® (IAR).
IOWA DELEGATION CALLS ON EPA ADMINISTRATOR TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING IN IOWA
The entire Iowa delegation, led by Congressman David Young, today pressed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to host a public hearing in Iowa on the proposed Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Renewable Volume Obligations (RVOs). The EPA’s long delay in issuing RVOs for 2014, 2015, and 2016, and its decision to deviate from the levels set by Congress has created uncertainty for the biofuels industry and stifled investment
Branstad, Reynolds release statement on EPA’s renewable volume obligation levels
Gov. Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today released statements upon learning of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Renewable Fuel Standard volume levels proposal for 2014, 2015 and 2016. The proposal states the, “EPA is proposing volumes which, while below the volumes originally set by Congress, would increase renewable fuel use in the U.S. above historical levels and provide for steady growth over time.”
Helping Foster Youth Secure Housing
Approximately 23,000 youth age out of the foster care system each year. For youth who age out of the foster care system, finding reliable and secure housing is one of their biggest challenges. Of these youth, approximately 11 percent to 36 percent become homeless, while another 25 percent to 50 percent experience unstable housing. Today, the Senate Caucus on Foster Youth, co-chaired by Sens
Iowa Finance Authority Awards $35,000 Grant to Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity to...
The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors today awarded a $35,000 State Housing Trust Fund grant to Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity. The grant will be used to finance the construction of an affordable home in Boone for an eligible family. The funding is made available through the State Housing Trust Fund’s Project-Based Housing program. The program provides financing for the development of affordable single-family and multifamily housing units
Gov. Branstad to sign Safe at Home bill, House File 397, and House File...
Gov. Terry E. Branstad will sign three bills, House File 585, more commonly known as the Safe at Home bill, House File 397 and House File 615 into law Thursday, May 7, 2015, at 10 a.m. in the Governor’s Formal Office.
18 Iowa Communities to save a total of $526,000 through State Revolving Fund Interest...
The Iowa Finance Authority and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources recently announced that 18 Iowa communities with current State Revolving Fund loans for water quality projects will be saving a total of more than $526,000 in interest over the life of the loans as a result of the their interest rate being reduced from 3% to 1.75%.
Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Celebrates 25 Years and $250 million in...
The Iowa Legislature recognized the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) on Tuesday morning for its longstanding support and contributions to affordable housing throughout the state.
Congressman David Young Announces $532,000 in Housing Grants for Southwest Iowa
Congressman David Young joined the Southwest Iowa Housing Trust Fund to announce more than $530,000 in affordable housing grants awarded by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) Strong Communities Fund.
YOUNG NAMED TO TRANSPORTATION, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE
Iowa Congressman David Young announced this afternoon that he has been named to the U.S. House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development. Young remains the only Member of the Iowa delegation, House and Senate, on the powerful committee which is responsible for writing legislation that allocates funding to federal agencies and departments
January Housing Trends: Iowa Home Prices Continue to Rise
The Iowa Association of REALTORS® (IAR) reported that January home prices are up, homes are selling faster and number of sales dipped slightly when compared to January of last year
Harkin Announces more than $457,000 for Homeless Assistance Programs in Iowa
Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) today announced a total of $457,430 in homeless assistance funds for programs across Iowa. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Continuum of Care Program. Harkin is a senior member of the Senate Appropriations subcommittee that funds housing initiatives
Grassley: HUD Oversight of Housing Dollars is Lacking
Floor Statement of Senator Chuck Grassley Before the United States Senate Oversight at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developmen
