Play, Grow and Connect

We keep thousands of neighbors and visitors engaged by hosting dozens of fun events each year.

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Farmers Market Council Bluffs

Thursdays, May - September
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Block to Block Classic Car Show

October 7, 2023

Winterfest

November 17, 2023
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Shamrock Shuffle

Saturday, March 9, 2024

Celebrate CB

May 6 - 12, 2024
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Railroad Days

September 23, 2023
Events + Programs

Won't you be my neighbor?

We partner with neighborhoods in Council Bluffs to bring a better quality of life to residents. Check out our map to learn more about the area and how you can get involved.

Find Your Neighborhood

Energizing downtown Council Bluffs

Our development efforts have infused $38 million into the local community, as well as bringing in hundreds of housing units, jobs and businesses to Council Bluffs.

Our Projects
2209 6th Ave
  • 2021
  • 2209 6th Ave
The Rise Building
  • 2018
  • 103 W. Broadway
Hughes Irons Building
  • 2010
  • 149 W. Broadway

Our Impact

$3.1
million secured for the Cohen Building project

8,204
square feet of livable space purchased for Housing Revitalization Program

292%
increase in valuation, from $4 million to $17 million

10,730
citizens engaged though 2020 events/programs

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Pre Purchase Workshop

Family Housing Advisory Services Pre-Purchase Workshop

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Railroad Days 2023

Don’t miss out on Bayliss Park, the ultimate stop for Council Bluffs Railroad Days! Join us at Squirrel Junction Jamboree presented by The 712 Initiative – it’s guaranteed fun…

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Another day in Council Bluffs

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