(Des Moines) The Enhance Iowa Board awarded $3,761,877 in Community Attraction and Tourism grants to projects in 12 Iowa communities.
Locally, Red Oak received $150,000 for Expand the Grand – Phase II. The project will include the renovation of the adjacent building to accommodate an additional movie screen and seats, as well as an expanded concession area. The total project cost is $923,842.
The Tabor Library Association received $186,877. Their project includes the construction of a 7,000 sq. ft. facility with library spaces for adults, teens and children, community room spaces for programming and relaxation, a commercial kitchen, a maker-space, an outdoor learning area and ample parking. The total project cost is $1,225,801.
Woodbine received $450,000 for the Woodbine Regional Wellness Center. This project will include the construction of a two-level, 7,680 sq. ft. building to house interpretive displays, conservation and wildlife studies, wildlife exhibits and cultural history. An outdoor amphitheater will provide space for additional programming and group gatherings. The total project cost is $6,850,075.
Winterset received $450,000 for the Madison County Conservation Center. This project will include the construction of a 12,400 sq. ft. facility with an events and seminar room, exhibit room, STEM classroom, board room/library and administrative offices. Exterior improvements will include an outdoor courtyard with paved access drives and parking lots. The total project cost is $4,938,091.
