IOWA CITY — Since FEMA-fueled projects began soon after the 2008 flood, Johnson County has been rife with construction and development. Today, almost seven years after that flood, local construction continues in full force — but it's beginning to transition away from flood mitigation and rebuilding efforts to new projects spurred by urban renewal and facilities needs. “We've seen that the flood-related projects are either in full swing or wrapping up,” said Wendy Ford, Iowa City economic development coordinator.
Construction Boom Continues Beyond Flood Projects
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Sat, 04/25/2015 - 9:41am
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