Southwest Iowa Planning Council

SWIPCO exists for our cities, counties, and customers.

SWIPCO, serving sixty-three municipalities in eight counties - Harrison, Shelby, Pottawattamie, Cass, Mills, Montgomery, Fremont, and Page.

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SWIPCO is governed by a 17 member Policy Council consisting of one supervisor from each county board, six citizens who are appointed by the county boards and three that are selected by the Council. These members represent the areas of business, education, human services, economic development, government and community life.

SWIPCO is conveniently located on the southwest edge of Atlantic next door to Henningsen Construction on SW 7th Street/ Hwy 6.

From I-80: SWIPCO is located in Atlantic Iowa between Council Bluffs and Des Moines, 10 miles south of Exit 57, from Interstate 80. Once in Atlantic proceed west on 7th Street/Hwy 6. SWIPCO is the last building on the West edge of town on 7th Street/Hwy 6.

JOB POSTINGS:

Community Development Specialist: Southwest Iowa Planning Council seeks a FT Community Development Specialist to work with community leaders in southwest Iowa on community development and planning and grant writing. The position requires a self-motivated individual with survey techniques, planning principles, and infrastructure knowledge. Excellent oral and written communication, computer, and interpersonal skills as well as a strong work ethic. Some evening work is required. Bachelors Degree in Community Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field as well as a cover letter and 3 professional references to 1501 SW 7th St., Atlantic, IA, 50022 or swipco@swipco.org by Friday May 25.

	Southwest Iowa Planning Council Headquarters
The goal of SWIPCO is to promote regional cooperation as well as to serve the counties and cities within the region with community and economic development activities to improve the quality of life for all residents in Southwest Iowa.
	Tranportation (SWITA)
Under the auspices of Southwest Iowa Transit Authority (SWITA), SWIPCO operates the public transit system in eight county region.
	Housing (SWIHTF)
Through the Southwest Iowa Housing Trust Fund (SWIHTF), SWIPCO seeks to provide safe, affordable housing and expand housing opportunities in its Region.
	Planning
SWIPCO provides multiple types of planning and technical assistance for its member cities and counties.
	Business Loans
SWIPCO provides funding assistance to new and existing businesses in the five counties it serves through its Revolving Loan Fund

*SWIPCO is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.