Southern Iowa Council of Governments Inc

The Southern Iowa Council of Governments Inc., based in Creston, Iowa, is a small organization with five employees and annual revenue of $2.5 million. SICOG is dedicated to providing support and administrative assistance for a range of housing programs within its eight-county service area. SICOG's primary focus is on assisting cities and counties with various housing initiatives. They offer guidance on grant writing for comprehensive or targeted housing assessments and market studies. The organization also provides support for grants aimed at hiring staff to initiate housing projects, conduct feasibility studies, and undertake architectural or engineering work. Funding for these projects often originates from the Iowa Department of Economic Development's housing fund and the Iowa Finance Authority. Since 1983, SICOG has been actively involved in implementing and operating housing programs that primarily benefit low and moderate-income residents. The organization manages its own housing programs and collaborates with member communities to develop, fund, and operate community-based housing initiatives. To learn more about SICOG's housing programs or to access application materials, interested individuals can contact the organization's housing planner or visit their website at sicog.net.