Target industry analysis for county growth
Poweshiek CountyIowa- Detected
- Sep 21, 2026
- 43 days ago
- Sector
- Professional Services
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From the meeting
Melissa Strovers of Poweshiek Economic Development said ISU and Grinnell College were collaborating on a target industry analysis due at the end of October. The study will identify the best five industries to recruit and the buildings and land needed to support them. The county and cities are also comparing available sites for future industry attraction.
This is an open planning signal tied to economic development strategy and site readiness.
- Meeting date
- September 21, 2026
- Agency
- Poweshiek County
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