Kudos to the Salix Fire & Rescue Department on a $10,000 Grant Award!

Kudos to the Salix Fire & Rescue Department for receiving a $10,000 grant from the Union Pacific Railroad Community Ties Giving Program. This grant will be allocated for the acquisition and installation of two Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at the city park and community center, aiding first responders during emergencies in these areas. Additionally, the […]

Congrats to the City of Le Mars on Receiving Workforce Housing Tax Credits!

Governor Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) have announced over $37 million in workforce housing tax credits for the development of housing across the state. The funding will help 62 housing projects, expected to create more than 2,000 residential units. One of the selected projects receiving tax credits is the Overlook Apartments project […]

Iowa Governor Announces State-Funded Disaster Recovery Housing Assistance Program (DRHAP)

OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Governor Kim Reynolds ★ Lt. Governor Adam Gregg August 14, 2024 Governor Reynolds today announced that conditional awards are beginning to be approved for disaster impacted Iowa homeowners through the state-funded Disaster Recovery Housing Assistance Program (DRHAP). The awards will allow homeowners to begin rebuilding or be reimbursed for eligible expenses […]

MRHD Provides 1st Round of Emergency Grants to Support Flood Victims

Missouri River Historical Development (MRHD) announced today $71,650 in emergency grants to non-profit organizations assisting local flood victims impacted by the disaster. The recent unprecedented floods have caused widespread damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure. In response to this disaster, MRHD has swiftly mobilized emergency grant resources to provide support and assistance to those in […]

SRTS Employee Appreciation Dinner

On the 27th of June, the Siouxland Regional Transit System (SRTS) management, administrators, dispatchers, drivers, and board chair gathered for an employee appreciation dinner. The purpose of the gathering was to express gratitude and recognize the dedication, reliability, and unwavering commitment demonstrated by the team in ensuring the safety of their clients during each trip. […]

Disaster Assistance & Resources

Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the recent severe storms and widespread flooding damage. SIMPCO staff are working to compile resources, updates, and links to official information to aid the region as it starts to rebuild from the recent devastation. Visit our Disaster Assistance page for the latest information and resources or […]

Chris Larsen Park Dedication

On June 20, 2024, SIMPCO staff participated in the dedication of Chris Larsen Park in Sioux City. The dedication celebrated completion of the Riverfront Redevelopment Project. SIMPCO staff served on the Riverfront Steering Committee. Since 2010, the SIMPCO Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has contributed $2.4 million in Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) funds to enhance and […]