Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission (SEIRPC)

03/10/2026

Here's your chance to see behind the scenes of regional water, sewer, road and other projects! SEIRPC is hiring an assistant grant administrator position to help administer state and federal loans and grants for Southeast Iowa communities. Grant administration is the work behind the construction scenes to implement funding requirements and ultimately to get money where it needs to go.

Background/skills: AA degree or 5 years experience in office environments including but not limited to: Office management, paralegal work, accounting, business administration, education, or similar. Desired skills and attributes include excellence in: Team work, communication, organization, curiosity, and follow through.

Hours/pay: 25-32 hours per week, pay range $20-23/hr, health benefits for full-time work and IPERS public pension benefits for full and part-time work.

How to apply: Submit resume and cover letter by 4pm, March 26, 2026 to: [email protected] or 211 N Gear Ave, Suite 100, West Burlington, IA 52655.

SEIRPC is an equal opportunity employer. Full announcement link below:

To apply for a job with the Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission, send your completed application to: SEIRPC Attn: Sherri Jones, Executive Assistant 211 N. Gear Ave., Ste. 100 West Burlington, IA 52655

03/09/2026

Attention homeowners! Homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Grants are now available in Southeast Iowa to deal with lead-based paint hazards for qualified families.

A family qualifies if: Live in a home constructed before 1978; A child under 6 resides in or visits the home, or a pregnant woman resides in the home; Family is qualified per income guidelines. Grants are available for at least 25 homes over the next 2 years.

Landlords are also eligible if qualified families reside in a rental.

Funds are limited. If you or someone you know may be interested, contact SEIRPC at 319-753-4324 or follow link below to the SEIRPC website. Grants are available in Des Moines, Henry, Lee, and Louisa counties in towns or in the country.

The Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission (SEIRPC) received the federal grant and wants to assist as many families as possible. SEIRPC would love to hear from you - feel free to call, email or message us.

https://www.seirpc.com/lead-based-paint-inspection-program

03/02/2026

Heres a chance to bring the wild west to the midwest! The US Bureau of Land Management seeks proposals for new facilities for wild horses and burros, to facilitate adoption and sales for up to 400 wild horses and burros from public lands in the west.

Contact them for details, more information in flyer attached.

01/15/2026

The Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission (SEIRPC) has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to identify, repair, and remove dangerous lead paint in homes across Southeast Iowa. The new HUD grant will enable SEIRPC to support 29 homes with young children by covering all costs associated with lead paint hazard reduction — including inspections, repairs, removal, and temporary relocation during the work. Because funding is limited to 29 homes, early applications are encouraged. Learn more by going to https://www.seirpc.com/lead-based-paint-inspection-program or call SEIRPC at 319 753 4324 to learn about eligibility.

Southeast Iowa Housing, Inc. (SIHI) was incorporated in 2014 to develop new housing units in Des Moines, Henry, Lee and Louisa counties. SIHI’s emphasis is to serve low to moderate income homeowners, redevelop neighborhoods and take risk otherwise difficult for the private sector.

05/23/2025

🚨 You're Invited!
Join us and other locals for a one-hour, hands-on Community Asset Mapping Workshop in Burlington! 🗺️

We’re bringing together neighbors, leaders, and local voices to identify what’s already working in our community and how we can build on it to improve health and opportunity for all.

🗓️ May 29th
⏰ 6:00pm
📍 Burlington Public Library, Meeting Room A
✅ No prep needed—just your perspective.

RSVP at the link here: https://forms.gle/F8yXpLR9YiDVsUpp6

If you have any questions or need accessibility accommodations, please contact Sam Avery at the Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission (SEIRPC) at (319) 753-4306.

See more details in the Facebook Event here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/18k4cwngVh/

Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission (SEIRPC)
Great River Health
Des Moines County Public Health
The Self Reliance Group

05/15/2025

Last week, our planning department attended presentations hosted by students and faculty participating in the Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities (IISC) program at the University of Iowa. Each year, IISC partners with one or two Iowa communities, bringing together the creative efforts of multiple University of Iowa classes to address issues identified by city leaders, while providing students with unique, hands-on opportunities to apply their learning in ways that benefit Iowa communities. This year, we were thrilled that Burlington and West Burlington were selected as IISC partner communities!

Check out the pictures above for a snapshot of the Arts & Culture Master Plan formulated by students in the UI School of Planning and Public Affairs and a look at the West Burlington Downtown Streetscaping project completed by Civil & Environmental Engineering students.

To learn more about IISC and this year’s projects, go to https://iisc.uiowa.edu/home!

Thank you to the students and faculty for helping to create a more vibrant, sustainable Southeast Iowa!

03/20/2025

Homes for Iowa (www.homesforia.com) is searching for an executive director! Homes for Iowa trains incarcerated men in building trades while they build a single family home, then the home is sold to pay for the training.

Since 2020, Homes for Iowa has moved 116 homes to 38 different counties in Iowa (including 14 to southeast Iowa), and trained over 300 men.

This incredible public private partnership is looking to grow and is seeking a candidate with the skills to grow home sales, outside relationships, crew member employment opportunities, and provide outstanding leadership. Full job announcement below:

https://amycelltalent.applytojob.com/apply/FllQrI1h1R/Executive-Director

Are you someone who is well-versed in leadership and looking for your next opportunity? Do you thrive in environments where you can lift others up and offer sec

03/19/2025

🚗 Need traffic data? We’ve got you covered! 🚦

SEIRPC offers professional traffic counting services to help Southeast Iowa communities gain critical insights to:

✅ Support grant applications and reporting
✅ Provide accurate data for future transportation improvements
✅ Plan for safety measures and assess traffic volume

We use industry-standard equipment to collect reliable traffic volume, speed, and classification data across the region. If interested, reach out today!

02/20/2025

📍 Southeast Iowa cities and counties-- Do you have worn-out or obsolete signs that need to be replaced? 🪧🚸🚏⚠️

The application for the Iowa DOT Sign Replacement Program for Cities and Counties for 2025 is NOW OPEN. Up to $100,000 will be awarded this year to Iowa cities and counties.

The purpose of the program is to replace damaged, worn out, obsolete or substandard signs and signposts for cities and counties in Iowa. The grant program is NOT for ordering new signs that do not exist at the location specified in the application. Please review all eligibility details at the link below before starting an application.

📋 To Apply: Locate the new application on the Sign Program page (linked below) and follow the attached instructions.

⏳ Applications are due by 9:00 AM on Thursday, March 27th.

The purpose of the program is to replace damaged, worn out, obsolete or substandard signs and signposts for cities and counties in Iowa. The grant program is not for ordering new signs that do not exist at the location specified in the application.

02/18/2025

Great meeting in Des Moines talking about supporting regional community development in Iowa

We are grateful for the opportunity to present to the House Economic Development Appropriations Subcommittee today and emphasize the essential need for funding to support Council of Governments (COG) assistance. Iowa’s local COGs are instrumental in delivering efficient, high-impact services that directly address the needs of our communities and counties.

02/12/2025

🚨 WE’RE HIRING 🚨

Join our team and make a real impact in communities across Southeast Iowa! We're looking for talented individuals to fill two key roles:

📌 Administrative Assistant (Deadline: Feb. 21st)
📌 Regional Planner (Deadline: March 17th)

Go to https://www.seirpc.com/employment to view current job postings and learn more!

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to Sherri Jones at [email protected] or by mail to 211 N. Gear Ave., Suite 100. West Burlington, IA, 52655.

Apply today or share with someone that you know would be a great fit! 📩

02/07/2025

📢 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team as an Administrative Assistant 📢

Check out the job description below for more information.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume to Sherri Jones at [email protected] or by mail to 211 N. Gear Ave., Ste 100. West Burlington, IA, 52655.

Apply today or share with someone that you know would be a great fit! 📩