Local governments in Eastern Iowa — and throughout the country — were given a “historic” opportunity to invest in their communities through the American Rescue Plan Act. Here’s how the cities of Coralville and North Liberty plan to spend their dollars.
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ChildServe is doubling the size of its location in Coralville and opening its first satellite location in Hiawatha. This is a “proactive approach to investing in the children of Iowa,” ChildServe CEO Teri Wahlig said in a statement.
Coral Ridge Mall, a 24-year-old retail center near Interstate 80 in Coralville, welcomed new clothing stores and a candy shop this fall. Planet Fitness is under construction and expected to open in January.
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The cities of Coralville and Iowa City, in cooperation with Johnson County, are preparing a nearly $6 million application to the state’s Destination Iowa program. The joint application seeks funding for various projects improving water and trail access in the county.
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The City Council unanimously approved the final reading of an ordinance rezoning 12 acres of land at the corner of First Avenue and Second Street, as well as a master site plan for the Gather Iowa development. The city is working with the developer on solutions to address affordability concerns.
The Coralville City Council on Tuesday will consider the third and final reading of an ordinance rezoning 12 acres of land at the corner of First Avenue and Second Street to allow for a mixed-use development. But concerns have been raised about how the project would impact residents who currently live and work there.
The 1.3-mile extension to the east is not only a “crucial link“ for Coralville and North Liberty, but it’s important for the Johnson County metro area. City leaders are working to secure funding opportunities for the $10 million project.
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