A citizen committee has begun examining preparing an application to be designated under the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs’ Great Places Program.  The program provides both technical assistance and funding opportunities for community projects designed to enhance cultural opportunities.  Here are a few links to learn about the program, provide your input, and follow our progress:

• Learn more information about the program by visiting the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs website at: https://iowaculture.gov/about-us/about/grants/iowa-great-places.
• The committee has prepared a community survey that is available at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/washgreatplaces.  Paper copies of the survey are available upon request to [email protected] or by calling City Hall at 319-653-6584. Please respond by October 7.
• Visit us at the Washington Farmers’ Market– Thursdays 5-7 thru mid-October in Central Park!
• Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/washgreatplaces.