Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Governor Culver Announces Vision Iowa Grants In Margengo And Corning
(Des Moines) Today, Governor Chet Culver announced $340,000 in grants for a streetscape project in Marengo and an aquatic center in Corning. The state’s Vision Iowa Board approved the awards at their meeting in Council Bluffs.
“The Vision Iowa program is tremendous in helping communities – whether large or small – realize their dreams,” said Governor Chet Culver. “Residents and tourists alike will benefit from these projects.”
“The Marengo streetscape has strong support from the city, county and citizens,” said Vision Iowa Board Chairman Andy Anderson. “They have done a tremendous job in raising funds for the enhancements that will greatly improve their downtown area.”
The following projects were approved for grants awarded from the Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) Fund:
Marengo Downtown Revitalization – Streetscape Phase I
Total Project Cost: $1,588,000
Amount Requested: $ 342,000
Amount Awarded: $ 240,000
Phase One of the Downtown Revitalization, occurring over a three-block area, will include new sidewalks incorporating decorative concrete and/or pavers, benches, decorative planters and lighting, perennial plantings, ADA updates to make the downtown handicapped-accessible, park improvements and other utility-related updates.
Adams Community Aquatic Center - Corning
Total Project Cost: $2,202,000
Amount Requested: $ 110,000
Amount Awarded: $ 100,000
This project includes the construction of a municipal aquatic center to serve Corning and Adams County.
The Vision Iowa Program and the Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) Program provide financial incentives to communities for the construction of recreational, cultural, educational or entertainment facilities that enhance the quality of life in Iowa. Currently, 283 CAT awards have been granted by the board, totaling $95,171,777. The next Vision Iowa Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12 in Des Moines. For more information, visit www.visioniowa.org.