by Joe Benesh | May 22, 2020 | Johnston City News, Johnston Leadership
During times of crisis, MidAmerican Energy has not only been taking measures to keep their employees and customers safe, but they are taking the extra step to care for our local communities as well. As an essential service provider, MidAmerican has pledged to continue...
by | May 5, 2020 | Economic Development, Johnston City News, Johnston Leadership
The anticipated Small Business Recovery Grant program launched today. Businesses may seek grants of between $1,000.00 and $5,000.00. Applications are now being accepted online here. To help businesses assemble the required application information, an...
by | Apr 13, 2020 | Economic Development, Johnston City News, Johnston Leadership, Workforce Development
We are one month into this disaster called COVID-19, and while we give our primary concern to the health and well-being of everyone in the community, region, state and country, we have a mission to care for our economy, businesses and workforce. It is anything but...
by Joe Benesh | Jan 15, 2020 | Economic Development, Johnston Leadership
A Q&A with Steve ScottSenior Vice President at Cushman & Wakefield, Iowa Commercial Advisors What factors are creating demand for retail businesses and restaurants in Johnston? Over the past five years, Johnston and its surrounding trade area has seen...
by Joe Benesh | Nov 18, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston Leadership
A Q&A with Jeff SchugPartner and Transportation Team Leader at McClure Engineering Company At what point in planning for a development project should an engineering firm get involved?Ideally, you want to get an engineering firm involved once you hit the point...
by Joe Benesh | Oct 21, 2019 | Economic Development, Johnston City News, Johnston Leadership
A Q&A with Adam Plagge Economic Development Manager for the City of Johnston Johnston is growing and thriving. What are the most attractive benefits for bringing a development project to Johnston? The projected growth in Johnston, in particular the NW annexation...
