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 1849Strong agricultural
communityFayette County seatHome to North Fayette
Community SchoolsGateway to Iowa’s
premier trout streamsShopping & service hub
for Fayette County
Engaging Experiences . . .
. . . for all ages and abilities
West Union, IowaCreating 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!