28Jul 2021 by UERPC
Fayette County

Fayette County

2021 Announcements, Housing
Fayette County residents and visitors invited to take housing survey Fayette County Economic Development and Tourism (FCEDT) has partnered with Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC) to conduct a housing assessment to better understand the current status of housing in our area. The goal of this effort is to identify gaps and anticipate future housing needs in order to assist local stakeholders in finding solutions to current and future housing challenges. All Fayette County residents, as well as those who work in Fayette County or frequently visit, are invited to take an online housing survey. The survey does not collect any personally identifiable information, and all responses will remain anonymous. The information gathered will assist UERPC, FCEDT, and other community stakeholders in understanding Fayette County’s housing needs. The survey is…
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14Jul 2021 by UERPC
Transportation Policy Board to meet July 21st

Transportation Policy Board to meet July 21st

2021 Announcements, Board Meeting
The next RPA-1 Transportation Policy Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 21st, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., at UERPC’s office in Postville, 134 West Greene Street. The Enhancement and Technical Committees will meet beforehand at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., respectively. AGENDA Call to Order Approval of the agenda Approval of the May 19th, 2021 meeting minutes Public Hearing: RPA-1 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Consideration and possible board action: Adoption of RPA-1 TIP RPA-1 Staff Updates NEICAC/EARL Transit Updates Iowa DOT Updates Floor Items Set next meeting date Adjournment (more…)
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01Jul 2021 by UERPC
RPA-1 Draft

RPA-1 Draft

2021 Announcements, Board Meeting, Branding
RPA-1 draft Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for FFY 22-25 available for public review and comment The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for Regional Planning Affiliation 1 (RPA-1) and the Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC) Transportation Policy Board is now available for public review and comment. The document will be available for public review for a minimum of 15 days prior to adoption, and will be considered for adoption at the Board’s next meeting, Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.   For more information, please visit: http://www.uerpc.org/public-comment.html  
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28May 2021 by UERPC
Job Opening-Community Housing Associate

Job Opening-Community Housing Associate

2021 Announcements, Branding, Job Opportunity
Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission is looking for a Community Housing Associate. The Community Housing Associate is a full-time position that works under the general direction of the Housing Department Head. Responsibilities include providing community development administrative and technical assistance to UERPC and its individual member cities and counties. This positions works primarily with federally funded programs designed to assist low income homeowners and first-time homebuyers with housing rehabilitation projects within the five-county region served by Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC). The Community Housing Associate assists with all aspects of administering grant programs within the Housing Department, including, but not limited to, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Program, Northeast Iowa Regional Housing Trust Fund (NEIRHTF) and Federal Home Loan Bank.   For a full job description, go to…
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12May 2021 by UERPC
Transportation Policy Board to meet May 19th

Transportation Policy Board to meet May 19th

2021 Announcements, Board Meeting
The next RPA-1 Transportation Policy Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. The Enhancement and Technical Committees will meet beforehand at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., respectively. These meetings will take place via electronic means pursuant to the provisions of the Iowa Open Meetings Law, Section 21.8, Code of Iowa. For information on accessing the meeting, contact Aaron Detter at adetter@uerpc.org or (563) 419-6126. AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of the agenda 3. Approval of the March 17th, 2021 meeting minutes 4. Public Hearing: RPA-1 Transportation Planning Work Program (TPWP) 5. Consideration and possible board action: Adoption of RPA-1 TPWP 6. RPA-1 Staff Updates 7. NEICAC/EARL Transit Updates 8. Iowa DOT Updates 9. Floor Items 10. Set next meeting date 11. Adjournment
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30Apr 2021 by UERPC
RPA-1 Draft

RPA-1 Draft

2021 Announcements, Board Meeting, Public Comment
RPA-1 draft Transportation Planning Work Program (TPWP) for SFY 22 available for public review and comment The Transportation Planning Work Program (TPWP) for Regional Planning Affiliation 1 (RPA-1) and the Upper Explorerland Regional Planning Commission (UERPC) Transportation Policy Board is now available for public review and comment. The document will be available for public review for a minimum of 15 days prior to adoption, and will be considered for adoption at the Board’s next meeting, May 19th, 2021 at 11:00. For more information, please visit: Click HERE
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10Mar 2021 by UERPC
Transportation Policy Board to meet March 17th

Transportation Policy Board to meet March 17th

2021 Announcements, Board Meeting
The next RPA-1 Transportation Policy Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. The Enhancement and Technical Committees will meet beforehand at 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., respectively. These meetings will take place via electronic means pursuant to the provisions of the Iowa Open Meetings Law, Section 21.8, Code of Iowa. For information on accessing the meeting, contact Aaron Detter at adetter@uerpc.org or (563) 419-6126. AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Election of Chair and Vice Chair 3. Approval of the agenda 4. Approval of the December 9th, 2020 meeting minutes 5. Public Hearing: RPA-1 Public Participation Plan 6. Consideration and possible board action: Adoption of RPA-1 Public Participation Plan 7. Consideration and possible board action to award Iowa’s TAP regional funding for Federal Fiscal…
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04Mar 2021 by UERPC
HUD ANNOUNCES EXTENSIONS

HUD ANNOUNCES EXTENSIONS

2021 Announcements
HUD ANNOUNCES EXTENSIONS AND EXPANSIONS OF COVID-19 HOMEOWNER RELIEF AND HOME RETENTION MEASURES Extensions and expansions support the immediate and ongoing needs of homeowners who are experiencing economic impacts related to the COVID-19 pandemic. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
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18Feb 2021 by UERPC
OPEN HOUSE EVENT

OPEN HOUSE EVENT

2021 Announcements, Housing, Open House, Uncategorized
OPEN HOUSE EVENT: Housing Resource Open House on February 23rd in Decorah. Increasing access to affordable, quality housing has long been a top priority for the City of Decorah and economic development officials. UERPC has resources that can help low- to moderate-income homeowners maintain their homes. These two organizations are coming together to provide information about existing and potential future resources to address housing sustainability at a public open house for UERPC Housing resources. EVENT DETAILS: Tuesday, February 23 5:30-6:30 pm IN-PERSON: At the Decorah City Council Chambers **Masks and social distancing are required** VIRTUAL: Via Zoom Click here to access Zoom Meeting ID: 896 1755 1183 Passcode: 116378 (Zoom link can also be accessed through the city website or by emailing nthompson@uerpc.org) Any member of the public is welcome to attend, though some…
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