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What does one week look like at Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress? It looks like welcoming interns to Ottumwa and showing them what makes Wapello County a great place to work and live. It looks like meeting with Congressional representatives to discuss the priorities of our business community and residents. It looks like bringing together local elected officials and utility providers to talk about the future of infrastructure and its role in economic growth. It looks like

Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress Executive Director Marc Roe recently gave GOPIP’s quarterly update at the Ottumwa City Council meeting, sharing a clear look at where our community stands — the progress we’re making, the challenges we’re working through, and the opportunities ahead. From continued small business growth and retail recruitment efforts to housing progress at Vogel Heights, workforce conversations, upcoming candidate debates, and planning for a stronger busin

Strong communities are shaped by people who stay informed, get involved, and make their voices heard. That’s why advocacy is an important part of GOPIP’s work. We help connect the Ottumwa region to conversations about economic development, workforce, infrastructure, quality of life, public policy, and civic engagement. Our updated Advocacy page includes information about what we advocate for, how to stay engaged, and helpful nonpartisan voter resources. Take a look: www.gopip

Please join us in welcoming Allstate Insurance – Drew Skinner as a new investor in Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress!

Strong communities are built through strong partnerships. Yesterday, Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress was proud to co-host an Employer Listening Session with representatives from Iowa Workforce Development and IowaWORKS, bringing together many of our region's major employers for an open conversation about workforce challenges, opportunities, and the future of Southeast Iowa. A special thank you to Georgia VanGundy, Kathy Anderson, Maria Morales, and Brenda Noe for taking