Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council (SIMPCO)

10/29/2026

Registration is open for the 2026 Budget Workshop series. Find the event close to home as we walk through changing factors that will influence your city's budget development.

https://iowaleague.org/workshops-events/budget-workshops/

10/28/2026

🚧 How do communities plan critical emergency and evacuation routes before disasters occur? This AMPO webinar explores strategies and partnerships that strengthen preparedness and resilience.

When transportation planning meets emergency management, communities are better prepared.

Join the Environment & Resiliency Interest Group for a webinar on Emergency Route Planning, featuring insights from Oregon Metro and the El Dorado Transportation Planning Commission on identifying routes, building partnerships, and turning plans into action.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/oW47IcRCTSeEFk9KYSRbVg #/registration

10/28/2026

📣 Nebraska Communities: CCCFF Funding Opportunity

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has released the 2027 Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF) Program Guidelines. A free webinar covering the application process, scoring changes, and program requirements will be held on November 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with registration opening on November 1.

Communities considering a CCCFF application are encouraged to start planning now.

Need assistance developing your project or preparing an application? Contact SIMPCO at [email protected] or call 712-279-6286 to discuss your project and funding opportunities.

🔗 Learn more about this funding opportunity here:

Home / Programs / Community / Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF) Civic and Community Center Financing Fund (CCCFF) 2027 CCCFF Grant Cycle WebinarWednesday, November 18, 3:00 PM This webinar will focus on the overall application process, changes to scoring and requirement changes fo...

10/28/2026

📢 Need a Space for Your Next Meeting or Training?

The SIMPCO/SRTS Training Room is now available for rental! Whether you're hosting a board meeting, staff training, workshop, or strategic planning session, our flexible, technology-equipped space can help make your event a success.

✅ Seats up to 73 attendees
✅ Hybrid meeting capability
✅ AV technology, Wi-Fi & kitchenette
✅ Flexible room setups
✅ Convenient location with ample parking

📍 6401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City, IA

Learn more 🔗: https://simpco.org/training-room-rental-siouxland-interstate-metropolitan-planning-council-simpco

Reserve your Date 📅: (712) 279-6286

10/27/2026

🏠 Real People. Real Impact. Real Second Chances.
Join us for a special Homes for Iowa Lunch & Learn on November 3 at noon featuring former HFI crew members.

Our past crew members will share their story about learning construction and electrical skills while working with Homes for Iowa at the Newton Correctional Facility and putting those skills to work and building a new future after release.

This is a chance to hear firsthand what our mission is really about. We build quality homes for Iowa communities, but the impact goes far beyond the homes.

📅 N ovember 3 | Noon
💻 Virtual Lunch & Learn
➡️ Sign up here: https://www.homesforia.com/lunch---learn

Come hear our story and learn how skills, opportunity, and a second chance can change a life.

10/27/2026

🚀 Entrepreneurs, small business owners, and innovators: Spark Week is coming to Sioux City!

Hosted by Startup Siouxland, Spark Week is a four-day conference designed to inspire new ideas, build connections, and help entrepreneurs take the next step in their business journey.

Attendees will hear from featured speakers, participate in breakout sessions on topics like funding, e-commerce, business acquisition, and manufacturing, and enjoy networking opportunities throughout the week. The event also includes a Venture School pitch competition and a closing reception.

📅 November 10-13, 2026
📍 Downtown Sioux City (Sioux City Distilling Company, The Warrior Hotel & The Orpheum Theater)
💲 $79 for all four days

Whether you're launching a startup, growing an existing business, or supporting entrepreneurship in our region, Spark Week offers valuable insights and connections.

🔗 Learn more and register: www.startupsiouxland.com/sparkweek

10/22/2026

❗NOTICE❗

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources along with the county conservation boards of Dickinson, Clay, O’Brien, Cherokee, Buena Vista, Ida and Woodbury counties are working together to develop the Little Sioux River Water Trail Plan, an actionable roadmap for improving recreation, public access, safety and habitat while strengthening connections between the river and the communities along its banks.

As part of the planning process, the public is invited to complete a 10-minute community survey about how they use and experience the Little Sioux River. Respondents are asked what may limit their use and what they believe should be improved and prioritized in the future.

People who live, work and recreate along the Little Sioux River know it best. Community members are encouraged to share their experiences and priorities by completing the Little Sioux River Water Trail Plan survey.

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Take the survey now by clicking on the link below!

https://surveys.parkbeat.com/surveys/iowa-dnr/little-sioux-2026/6585GBS43S

Learn more about the planning process at:

https://www.inkpadutacanoetrail.org/planning-1

Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates on the planning process:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScII-0zvL2KDJ--21TaiT7IIpEVszXXBeeXmC3BWDqC0XJ4Qg/viewform

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Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center , Dickinson County Nature Center , Clay County Conservation Board , Buena Vista County Conservation , O'Brien County Conservation Board/ Prairie Heritage Center , Cherokee Parks and Recreation , Spencer Iowa Park & Rec , Cherokee County Conservation Board , Little Sioux Watershed Conservation Partnership , Little Sioux Park

10/20/2026

📢 Iowa Communities, Trail Advocates & Parks Partners

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) will host a public meeting on the Federal Recreational Trails Program (RTP) on Thursday, November 12, from 12:00-12:30 p.m.

The meeting will provide an overview of:

✅ Recreational Trails Program funding opportunities
✅ Program guidance and eligibility
✅ Application process
✅ Project scoring criteria
✅ Questions and public comment

This is a great opportunity for communities, trail organizations, parks departments, and other stakeholders interested in future trail funding to learn more about the program.

📅 Date: November 12, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00-12:30 p.m.
💻 Attend via Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/v2/
📞 Phone: 1-515-817-6093
🔑 Conference ID: 655 604 620 #

For additional information, contact Scott Flagg at [email protected] or 515-239-1252.

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10/16/2026

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With a clear-span truss system allows multiple basement finish options, and structurally flexible design allows homeowners to easily plan for future improvements like a garage, mudroom, breezeway or pantry.

Homes for Iowa models are built to last and built to grow. We are delivering affordable, high-quality housing that adapts to Iowa families and communities for years to come.
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10/16/2026

📢 Last Chance to Register for Open Meetings & Open Records Laws Training!

Make sure you're up to date on Iowa's Open Meetings and Open Records laws. Join SIMPCO for this informative training session designed to help elected officials, board members, and public employees understand their responsibilities and ensure compliance with state requirements.

📅 Tuesday, October 20
🕞 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 SIMPCO Training Room (6401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City)

💻 Virtual attendance available via Microsoft Teams
✅ Registration is required and closes 24 hours before the training.
💰 Cost • Free for SIMPCO Members • $50 for Non-Members

🔗 Scan the QR code to register or click here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=oPzG2k5JgEqsb-sr2TMGjtL5jwyRt_FJjAPlfXzUBFpUNFU2QlBBRDZZNVVZNVIyWlRDT01YQjJTNi4u&fbclid=IwY2xjawUeLrxwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVQ0bVVzWndxQ3o1R1h6eUVzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeA6IFP2tCtjxpKUfk0ooUPEphuBu9gkbNaC4NFDW6H96y_ftH1NScQ7TqRyw_aem_tPkBbLmQ_06_LFqBRRd1oQ

We look forward to seeing you there!