East Central Intergovernmental Association

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Come visit ECIA Home Repair today at the NICC Wellness fair 11:30 -1:30! Learn all about the ways we help in improve your safety and health- in the place you spend the most time- your home!

08/31/2026

Lead hazards are not always easy to spot. In homes built before 1978, lead based paint may be found on windows, doors, trim, porches, stairs, railings, and other painted surfaces. As paint chips, peels, or wears from everyday use, lead dust may settle on floors, toys, and other places young children touch. Marshalltown’s Lead Hazard Reduction Grant helps eligible households identify and address lead hazards before they become a bigger concern. If your home was built before 1978 and a child under age 6 lives in the home, take the first step today. Complete the interest form at https://www.marshalltown-ia.gov/FormCenter/Housing-Community-Development-10/Lead-Program-Interest-Form-78 or call 641-754-6583 to learn more.

08/28/2026

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08/25/2026

CSEI is so grateful to the Dubuque Jaycees for the generous donation of 15 bags of essential items for the most faithful friends of the homeless population CSEI serves - their dogs!

These companions provide comfort, unconditional love, and important emotional support. 🐾

08/20/2026

Have a say in future transportation projects across the RPA 8 region!

The Regional Planning Affiliation 8 (RPA 8) will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed amendment to the FFY 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) on:

Thursday, August 28, 2026
9:00 a.m.
East Central Intergovernmental Association (ECIA)
7600 Commerce Park, Dubuque, IA

The Transportation Improvement Program outlines transportation projects planned over the next four fiscal years. Community members are encouraged to review the proposed amendment and share feedback.

📄 View the amended TIP: https://eciatrans.org/rpa8/organizational_information/planning_documents.php

💬 Comments may be provided:
• At the public hearing
• By calling Chandra Ravada at (563) 556-4166 ext. 230
• By email at [email protected]
• In writing to RPA 8, 7600 Commerce Park, Dubuque, IA 52002

📅 Written comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 27, 2026.

RPA 8 welcomes participation from all residents. The meeting facility is ADA accessible, and reasonable accommodations are available. Please contact the RPA 8 office at least two business days before the meeting if accommodations are needed.

Below are the various RPA8 planning document descriptions, links to the plan can be found below their description, please scroll to the document center to view older planning documents.Section VI: Affirmative Action Program - IADOTThis program is designed and will be utilized to correct the efforts....

08/19/2026

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This opportunity will be offered on Wednesday, August 26th at 12pm to 1pm CST. Secure your spot for this FREE training today! Register now at: https://forms.gle/KfVfij9gpqzUQdBu8.

08/18/2026

Stop by our Maquoketa Farmers Market booth today to share your thoughts on the future of transportation in our region. We’ll be here til 6:00.

08/18/2026

City of Dubuque is showing what can happen when Brownfields funding is used as a catalyst for community investment.

As part of U.S. EPA Heartland Region’s visit to eastern Iowa last week, the delegation traveled to City of Dubuque to see Brownfields redevelopment projects and hear from City staff, state representatives, developers, and business owners.
The results are impressive:

💰 Approximately $2 million in EPA Brownfields funding

➡️ Leveraged into more than $942 million in total reinvestment

The tour included the Historic Millwork District, North and South Port, Bee Branch and Comiskey Park, highlighting how Brownfields funding has supported environmental cleanup, infrastructure improvements, redevelopment and the revitalization of previously underutilized properties.

U.S. EPA Heartland Region also recognized the City of Dubuque for receiving a new $500,000 EPA Communitywide Assessment Grant and ECIA for receiving additional EPA Supplemental Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund funding.

Brownfields work is about much more than cleaning up a property. It is about creating opportunities for new investment, businesses, housing, jobs, and community improvements.

Thank you to U.S. EPA Heartland Region and Iowa Department of Natural Resources for visiting City of Dubuque Government and seeing firsthand the impact of these investments—and to all of the local partners who continue to turn challenging properties into opportunities.

This is what partnership looks like.

08/18/2026

DMATS invites area residents to review and comment on the draft 2055 Long Range Transportation Plan. Link: https://eciatrans.org/dmats_lrtp_2055/. Submit comments by September 28, 2026.

The full draft plan and appendices are available at the link above. The page also includes a comment form that can be used to submit comments and questions on the plan. Public comments will help DMATS better understand community transportation needs and priorities before the plan is finalized.