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The UERPC September 2026 Newsletter is Here!

The UERPC September 2026 Newsletter is Here!

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The UERPC September 2026 Newsletter is here! https://mailchi.mp/1672e11f5067/uerpc-september-2026-newsletter-9949135 -UERPC Spotlight- Chris Troendle -Next Clerk's Association Meeting Happening October 15th -Save the Date and Register! Driftless Water Forum -- November 19th -Local Developers Advance New Housing Project in Guttenberg to Address Growing Need for Quality Rental Housing -UERPC Staff Attend Economic Development Conference -UERPC Notices -Allamakee County Nonprofit Bootcamp on September 30th -Save the Date! Regional NIBN Events for 2027 -Federal Warning: Water Sector PLCs Targeted in Cyberattacks -National Walk and Bike to School Day is October 7th! -Job Resources -September 5-2-1-0 Feature Want to receive our newsletters in your inbox? Sign up here: https://uerpc.org/signup-newsletter/
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The UERPC August 2026 Newsletter is Here!

The UERPC August 2026 Newsletter is Here!

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The UERPC August 2026 Newsletter is here! https://mailchi.mp/d7570e9a68f0/uerpc-august-2026-newsletter-9948694 -UERPC Spotlight- Michelle Barness -Postville Fire Resources and Donation Information -NEIRHTF Regular and Annual Meeting on August 18th -ACED Nonprofit Bootcamp 101 Schedule Sept. 30th -Howard County Awarded $180,000 Grant to Support Housing Rehabilitation -UERPC Awarded $500,000 for Northeast Iowa HOME Program -UERPC Helps Communities Turn Ideas into Action -UERPC Notices -We are Hiring! Join Our Team! Housing Services Assistant -We are Hiring! Join Our Team! Part-time Communications Coordinator (ACED) -Find the Allamakee County Child Care Coalition on Facebook! -Celebrate Iowa Drinking Water and Wastewater Workers Week! -Homes for Iowa Featured Model -SRTS is Here to Help! -National Walk and Roll to School Day is October 7th! -Dog Days of Summer UERPC Staff Luncheon -Job Resources -August 5-2-1-0 Feature Want to receive…
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Job Opening – Part-time Communications Coordinator (ACED)

Job Opening – Part-time Communications Coordinator (ACED)

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**Position has been filled** Job Opening - Part-time Communications Coordinator Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC) is seeking a Communications Coordinator to provide contracted services for Allamakee County Economic Development (ACED). Working under the direction of the ACED Executive Director, this position will manage social media, market county activities, provide communications support, and assist with administrative office duties.  This position will be part-time at 20 hours. Qualifications: Proven hands-on experience managing social media platforms, strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational and time management abilities, attention to detail, professionalism in working with the public, and a valid driver's license. A job description and application are available at www.uerpc.org/job-opportunities/. Please email your resume, cover letter, and three references to rhowe@uerpc.org. EOE/EEP Employer  
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The UERPC July 2026 Newsletter is Here!

The UERPC July 2026 Newsletter is Here!

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The UERPC July 2026 Newsletter is here! https://mailchi.mp/dd158e4c1624/uerpc-july-2026-newsletter-9948413 -UERPC Spotlight- Connie Looney -Community Open House on July 22nd to Gather Input on Transportation Safety -Luana Receives $500,000 CDBG Wastewater Treatment Improvement Grant -Recycle Your Bicycle Program Diverts Nearly 100 Bikes from Landfills -Iowa Safe Routes Partnership Meeting in West Union -UERPC Notices -We are Hiring! Join Our Team! -UERPC Helps Communities Turn Ideas into Action -2026 Downtown Forums- Developing Retail in Your Downtown -Job Resources -July 5-2-1-0 Feature Want to receive our newsletters in your inbox? Sign up here: https://uerpc.org/signup-newsletter/
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Job Opening – Housing Services Assistant

Job Opening – Housing Services Assistant

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**Position has been filled** Job Opening - Housing Services Assistant Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC) is seeking a Housing Services Assistant to provide community development, administrative, and technical assistance. Working under the direction of the UERPC Executive Director, this position will manage apartment buildings, complete housing inspections, provide communications support for various programs, and assist with administrative office duties. Qualifications: Proven hands-on experience managing social media platforms, strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational and time management abilities, attention to detail, professionalism in working with the public, and a valid driver's license. UERPC offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and short- and long-term disability insurance. A job description and application are available at www.uerpc.org/job-opportunities/. Please email your resume, cover letter, and three references to…
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July 22nd Open House to Gather Input on Transportation Safety in Small Towns

July 22nd Open House to Gather Input on Transportation Safety in Small Towns

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Residents, community leaders, and other interested individuals are invited to attend an upcoming community open house focused on transportation safety within small and rural towns. The open house is part of a collaborative planning effort led by MSA Professional Services and Toole Design in partnership with Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission examining transportation safety in towns across Allamakee, Clayton, Fayette, Howard, and Winneshiek counties in northeast Iowa. The result of the planning effort will be the identification of actionable projects that local governments can use to guide investments and to seek outside funding for transportation safety improvements in their communities. Attendees will have an opportunity to share their experiences, identify transportation safety concerns, and help inform future safety planning efforts throughout the region. Input from residents and local stakeholders will…
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