1000 Friends of Iowa is pleased to present the recipients of the 2014 Best Development Awards! Take a moment to learn more about each recipient and join us in congratulating them!
New Residential: Madison Flats, Des Moines
Renovated Residential: (Co-Winners) 1924 Leyner Street, Des Moines & 4818 Urbandale Avenue, Des Moines
New Commercial/Civic: Viking Center, Stanton
Renovated Commercial/Civic: Green Pilot Streetscape Project, West Union
Mixed Use: 421 Main Street, Slater
Leadership: Woodbine Main Street District, Woodbine
The Raising Arrows Homeschool Co-op visited the Griffieon Family Farm on September 11, 2014. It was cold – but the kids didn’t seem to mind! The chickens, turkeys, horses, buildings and machinery captivated the class. They even enjoyed a little free time in the field! The sights, smells and feel of life on a farm create memories and help children (and adults) make connections to the world around them. The Griffieons have hosted countless field trips over the years, educating kids about land use, inspiring young minds and having fun in the process!
Do you have ideas or suggestions for Land Use Bulletin articles? Are there issues, improvements, or events happening in your community that require action, deserve recognition, or could use publicity? Do you have a community success story you’d like the rest of Iowa to know about? Please share your thoughts, ideas and news with us, send an email kfoi@1000friendsofiowa.org!
1000 Friends of Iowa’s co-founder and Interim Executive Director, LaVon Griffieon, appeared on River to River to discuss various land use issues facing Iowa. Click here to listen to the interview and to read the accompanying article.
