Iowa Great Places Proposal West Union, Iowa “A Great Green Place”

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Iowa Great Places Proposal West Union, Iowa “A Great Green Place”

A Unique Sense of Place... Founded in 1849 Strong agricultural community Fayette County seat Home to North Fayette Community Schools Gateway to Iowa’s premier trout streams Shopping & service hub for Fayette County

Engaging Experiences for all ages and abilities

West Union, Iowa Creating a sustainable, green model community... A new green streetscape planned for completion in 2010 incorporating porius pavement rain gardens & biosmwales Snow/ice melt system Pedestrian friendly streets & sidewalks New Court House Plaza gathering area,

Energy Efficient & Environmentally Friendly Energy audits Green building practices Alternative energy practices Storm Water Management practices

A Rich, Diverse Social Fabric Working together to build our future. Active civic organizations abound Community celebrations & festivals Arts & Culture

A Vital, Creative Economy... Hospital expansion project New 8-lane track & football complex

A Strong Foundation...

Abundant Natural Resources...

Our VISION for the future...  Create great public & private spaces that serve the community  Invest in energy efficient structures & systems with a greater reliance on renewable energy sources  Integrated planning & design  Make all infrastructure and amenities both functional and beautiful  Incorporate a healthy, natural environment  Cultivate local enterprise, art, & craftsmanship to support & enhance the economy of Northeast Iowa  Reinforce West Union’s character & sense of place through the creation of unique gathering places

West Union...an Iowa Great GREEN Place!