Welcome to Oelwein!
Oelwein Chamber and Area Development is a public / private partnership working to advance a strong local economy and maintain our high quality of life. This partnership of individuals, organizations, businesses and the City targets its efforts on the retention and development of business and industry and on city infrastructure.
Coming Events...
Positively Oelwein Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 21st at 5:15 pm at the Oelwein Chamber Boardroom. Anyone interested in being a member of the committee to positively promote Oelwein, please contact Deb at the Chamber at 283-1105.
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"2011 Chicago Great Western Calendars" for sale - $12 each. Fundraiser for Oelwein City Heritage Museum. Available at Hub City Railroad Museum at 26 2nd Ave SW, Oelwein Chamber Office at 25 S. Frederick and also at Sam's Clothing at 9 N. Frederick or by calling Dana Smith @ 283-1610 or Rich King @ 283-2294.
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$31.7 Million...
Oelwein has invested
$30,000,000+ while collectively promoting the community and its resources as we strive to attract visitors, jobs and industry. Industrial buildings are available for the right business to move into. The opening of the Regional Academy for Math and Science (RAMS) has brought new opportunities for college classes in Oelwein. Continue to watch for improvements in downtown, in our housing, and new businesses.
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Local Housing Trust Fund...
Better, more affordable housing choices, more attractive neighborhoods, and a stronger sense of community are the benefits of participating in the Fayette County Local Housing Trust Fund. The Trust Fund will assist individuals, community organizations, non-profit and for-profit developers in rehabilitation, repair and creation of projects that improve the condition of, or contribute to the development of both rental and owner occupied affordable housing in Oelwein and Fayette County. Eligible projects include repairs of existing housing, including, but not limited to: plumbing, electrical, roofing, structural, energy efficiency, lead paint issues and handicap accessibility for homes built prior to 1980. Applications can be obtained by contacting the Fayette County Economic Development Office at 1-800-477-5073.
Browse the website to learn about Oelwein, and give the Chamber office a call at 319-283-1105 anytime for assistance from our friendly and experienced staff.
Are you interested in a 6-8 foot tall landscape tree to plant at your home for very little cost?
The Iowa DNR Forestry Bureau is partnering with Alliant Energy and Fayette County Conservation Board offering trees for Alliant Energy customers (IA Residents only) to plant on their property for $25/tree. Not a Fayette County resident? As long as you are an Alliant customer, you may still take advantage of this program called "Operation ReLeaf". Up to 2 trees are allowed per household and interested persons should order ahead of time by contacting Fayette County Consrvation Board at (563)422-4146 or at www.alliantenergy.com/releaf. Those reserving tree(s) should pick up their order Saturday, October 16th between 9-11am at the Wildwood Nature Center located near Fayette. There are 8 species and a total of 300 trees available.
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