Iowa City, IA is purchasing local duplexes and installing sustainable tech for low-income residents
Iowa City’s South District Home Investment Partnership Program is purchasing local duplexes, installing sustainable technologies, and reserving occupancy for low-income residents. The South District Program was created to increase sustainable and affordable housing opportunities in the area. The program has a budget of $35,000 per property which covers the costs for solar panel installations and down payment assistance.
Iowa City, IA
United States
Iowa City, IA created the "Iowa City Matters" monthly podcast to enhance transparency with residents
Iowa City created the "Iowa City Matters" podcast to provide residents with a new and intuitive method of learning about their community and engaging with current events. The podcast covers a variety of topics such as historic preservation, police-intervention tactics, climate change, etc. It serves as an alternative to local news networks and helps clarify misconceptions about prevalent topics in the city. The podcast also hosts relevant guest experts for each special issue.
Iowa City, IA
United States