Development
Local participation in economic development is an important part of Western Iowa Power Cooperative’s mission. We work closely with local development organizations, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative and the Iowa Area Development Group. The Cooperative and its general manager support the Chamber & Development Council of Crawford County and the Monona County Economic Development Partnership.
Western Iowa Power Cooperative offers technical and financial assistance to businesses planning expansions or re-locations.
For information about available sites and an overview of financial and technical assistance programs, please contact Stephanie Wiese at stephanie.wiese@wipco.com or telephone her at 712-263-2943 or 800-253-5189.
Revolving Loan Fund (RLF)
Western Iowa Power Cooperative created the Community and Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) to improve the quality of life in rural areas by contributing to long-term improvement in the local economy.
The RLF is a local funding source with a goal of providing low-interest loans to assist with local economic and community development projects. Our priorities include job creation and retention, diversification of the local economy, improving the skills of the rural workforce, and upgrading the public infrastructure to improve the health, safety and/or medical care of rural residents. This fund is administered by Western Iowa Power Cooperative’s Board of Directors.
For more information on eligibility, terms and rates, loan applications, or to check availability of funds, contact:
Stephanie Wiese, Assistant Manager, Western Iowa Power Cooperative 809 Highway 39 North, PO Box 428 Denison, IA 51442 (712) 263-2943 Stephanie.Wiese@wipco.com.