ITC Midwest Contributes $5,000 to Support Countywide Housing Study in Hamilton County
January 3, 2025 | ITC Midwest
WEBSTER CITY, Iowa (Jan. 3, 2025) — ITC Midwest has made a $5,000 contribution through a Power of Connection grant administered jointly with the Iowa Rural Development Council to support a comprehensive housing study in Hamilton County, aimed at identifying housing needs and promoting sustainable growth across the area. This funding, provided in partnership with the Iowa Rural Development Council, will cover essential soft costs associated with the study.
“We appreciate ITC Midwest’s commitment to helping us shape Hamilton County’s future,” said Hamilton County Economic Development Director Cindy Im. “This housing study will be an invaluable tool for understanding and addressing our housing challenges, ensuring we can accommodate growth and support our communities.”
The housing study will assess current housing availability, demand and future requirements, laying the groundwork for strategic development that aligns with the county’s growth goals. As Hamilton County continues to expand, meeting housing needs is critical to fostering economic growth and attracting new residents. The study’s insights will enable local leaders to plan effectively and attract the resources necessary to support new and improved housing options.
“We are proud to support Hamilton County in this important housing study, which will provide valuable insights for planning and economic growth,” said ITC Midwest President Dusky Terry. “By helping communities identify their housing needs, we’re supporting an effort aimed to create stronger, more resilient communities in Hamilton County and throughout the ITC Midwest service territory.”
ITC Midwest’s support reflects its dedication to economic development initiatives that strengthen Iowa’s rural communities. By investing in this study, ITC Midwest is helping to ensure that Hamilton County can plan for sustainable growth that benefits residents and drives economic opportunity.
About the Power of Connection Program
The Power of Connection community grant program is an initiative of ITC Midwest and the Iowa Rural Development Council (IRDC). This innovative economic development program is designed to pair rural communities seeking assistance with IRDC resource teams. Those teams drive both community conversations and solution development for problems or projects.
Communities eligible for the Power of Connection program must have populations of under 10,000 and be outside of a metropolitan area. Power of Connection grant dollars cannot be used for construction, real estate or equipment.
About ITC Midwest
ITC Midwest LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ITC Holdings Corp., the nation’s largest independent electricity transmission company. ITC Midwest operates more than 6,600 circuit miles of transmission lines in Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois and Missouri, and holds utility status in Wisconsin. ITC Midwest is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and maintains regional operating facilities in Dubuque, Iowa City and Perry, Iowa; and Albert Lea and Lakefield, Minnesota. For further information visit www.itcmidwest.com. ITC is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., a leader in the North American regulated electric and gas utility industry. For further information visit www.fortisinc.com.
Media Contacts:
Bill Menner, Executive Director, Iowa Rural Development Council
director@iowardc.org or 641-990-4757
Darcy Moulin, Lead Communications Specialist, ITC Midwest
dmoulin@itctransco.com or 319-297-6837