Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Brad Benson’s organization
Jun 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Iowa Arts Council Meeting Minutes
The Council meeting covered administrative updates, including staffing changes and a preliminary funding offer from the National Endowment for the Arts. Recent program achievements were highlighted, including the selection of awardees for the Iowa Scholarship for the Arts and the appointment of the new Iowa Poet Laureate. Recognition was given to outgoing Council members, and the strategic planning discussion involved reviewing survey results and setting future goals. Additionally, upcoming meeting schedules were provided.
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Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
The Board of Directors meeting covered several key items, including the approval of the Consent Agenda featuring various authorizing resolutions, Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Program items, and private activity bonds for multiple housing and energy projects. Financial reports for May 2026 were approved. Additionally, the Board authorized HOME loan forgiveness for Garden Village of Estherville, L.P. and the assignment of a HOME note for Linden Apts. Discussions also included housing-related actions, specifically a change in ownership for a home project and the reallocation of 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and state HOME funds to Lincoln Elementary School, LLC. Finally, the Board approved amendments to the State Housing Trust Fund Rules and received reports from the Director's Office.
Jun 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Iowa Agricultural Development Division of the Iowa Finance Authority Board Meeting
The board reviewed financial statements for the current fiscal year and discussed the Loan Participation Program, approving a six-month extension for a conditional loan commitment due to construction delays. Additionally, the board approved applications for the Beginning Farmer Loan Program and recommended bond documents to the Iowa Finance Authority. A public hearing regarding the bond issuance for the program was held with no public input. The board also recommended approval for applications for the Beginning Farmer Tax Credit Program and received updates on marketing efforts, an Iowa Finance Authority Board meeting, and upcoming conferences.
Jun 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Iowa Economic Development Authority Board Meeting Minutes
The board reviewed and approved the consent agenda, which included compliance reports and various Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) program applications. Business incentives were awarded to AU Solutions, LLC and Pries Enterprises, Inc. The board approved amendments to several existing CAT program contracts and adopted the FY 2027 guidelines for both the CAT Program and the Destination Iowa Fund. Additionally, the board confirmed TCC member appointments, approved a major event award for the PanAm Wrestling Championships, and authorized contracts with multiple vendors. The meeting also included a budget and finance report and a director's update.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
