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SUMMER 2021 3 LIGHTER, BRIGHTER DOWNTOWN TOURNEY TOWN Downtown Sioux City is lightening up. From youth sports to college-level athletes, Sioux WorkingWorking with Downtown Partners, the City of Sioux City first placed City is teaming with tournament opportunities. festoon lighting at Fourth and Court Streets and then—with support “For“For years, local families have traveled great from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino—at Fourth and Pearl Streets. distances to participate in youth sports,” states Next, colored LED lights will be added beneath the three skywalks Matt Salvatore, Sioux City parks & recreation between Pearl and Historic Fourth Streets. Ultimately, the vision is director. “Now the Expo Center and to create a pedestrian walking corridor between downtown’s two other locations in Siouxland can bring new and most popular entertainment districts, explains Downtown Partners even larger youth sports programs into our town. Executive Director Ragen Cote. It’s also a major goal to develop Not only does this benefit local families, but it also lighted pathways that connect pedestrians with the riverfront. “This stimulates the local economy.” lighting effort isn’t something we’ve done on a whim,” she says. In its firstfirst sixsix months,months, thethe ExpoExpo CenterCenter hostedhosted “There is a plan and a purpose, and I think that’s important for four 18-team / tournaments and a people to see.” 140-team tournament. Added lightinglighting should encourage more foot traffic along pedestrian DustinDustin Cooper, executive director of the Arena corridors, turning drivers into pedestrians. “That’s key,” notes Cote, Sports Academy, relays similar success. In 2021‘s “because at the end of the day, we need to start planning for people and not cars.” first five months, the Arena held four Here’sHere’s why: Downtown Sioux City’s residential housing has skyrocketed, increasing 163 percent in the last five years. tournaments, six volleyball tournaments, three “People are looking for that urban environment,” explains Cote. “It’s imperative that we provide the amenities to create a wrestling events, and two dance events. Cooper downtown environment that’s walkable and bikeable—and lighting is clearly the next step.” says summer camp participation is trending 10 to 20 percent higher than last summer.

AIRPORT EXPANSIONS “We“We have used our geographical location—along with how Sioux City has had exciting projects come Sioux Gateway Airport has expanded flight options thanks to to fruition in the last year or two—to attract teams SkyWest , a regional carrier for United Airlines/United and events to town,” notes Cooper. “Sioux City is Express, which now offers twice-daily connections to awesome, it really is, and our objective is to not along with regular service to Denver. only get people to Sioux City once, but to get them “SkyWest“SkyWest has been a great partner and fills the space coming back for other events in the future.” left by ’ exit earlier this year,” states Dave We’veWe’ve seen it happen in the city’s relationship Bernstein, Sioux Gateway Board of Trustees president. with the National Association of Intercollegiate “Sioux GatewayGateway Airport is a major asset for the community,” Athletics (NAIA). Sioux City began hosting the NAIA says Sioux City Mayor Bob Scott. “It’s a vital resource for women’s national basketball tournament in 1998 bringing people into our city, creating business connections, and added the NAIA women’s volleyball national and supporting economic growth.” championships in 2008. ToTo that end, the City of Sioux City recently received a “Year“Year after year, Sioux City has provided a great federal grant that will help grow the airport by supporting venue in the , loyal volunteers construction of a new aviation facility. who come back year after year, and strong A $1 million grantgrant from the Economic Development financial support from area sponsors,” shares NAIA Administration, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, Co-Tournament Director Corey Westra. “Sioux City will help create a $7 million aviation center on city-owned is the perfect size to host these events. And as the DID YOU land at Sioux Gateway Airport/Brigadier General city has grown and progressed, our hotels have Field. Spanning 39,400 sq. ft., the center will feature a flight gotten so much better, and new amenities help KNOW? school, two hangars, and extensive office space. Construction showcase the community.” is anticipated to begin this year. MatthewMatthew Robinson, general manager of Also expectedexpected to create 42 skilled jobs, the center will boost Courtyard by Marriott on Historic Fourth, agrees. Sioux Gateway Airport boasts a airport operations, add hangar space, support the 185th “The more people who come down [to the 9,000-foot , the second , and broaden the employment base. tournaments], stay at our hotel, and then visit the longest in ! “This“This is an exciting project for Sioux City as we anticipate local businesses, the more it generates revenue an increase in aircraft activity with the new flight school at and publicity. It’s an overall win-win for the city.” Sioux Gateway Airport,” adds Scott.

2 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 3 HOUSEHOLD INCENTIVES BUILDING Sioux City residents, there can be big financial incentives if you improve the safety and value of your home. Read on… SMALLER HOMES HOME IMPROVEMENTS OR The City of Sioux City has worked with Kelly Construction, HOME CONSTRUCTION Inc. to provide new affordable housing options for local homebuyers. Three single-family homes were recently You can join hundreds of Sioux City homeowners completed on a city-owned infill lot at 2011 Center St. and reduce your property taxes when you make Funded bbyy the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban improvements to your home (a new kitchen, garage Development HOME Investment Partnership Program, this addition, significant remodel, etc.) that increase its project is the first of its kind in Sioux City. assessed value by at least 5-10 percent. ““WeWe believe there is a market need for a number of smaller YouYou are also eligible for a property tax break if you homes,” explains Amy Keairns, neighborhood services project construct a new home anywhere within the City of HOUSING TRENDS coordinator. “These new Center Street homes have two main Sioux City’s city limits. floor bedrooms with the possibility of a buyer adding another ForFor information on the city’s Residential Tax Sioux City’s housing market is at an all-time bedroom in the lower level. Yards are small, which involves Abatement program, call 712-279-6340. high. In year-to-year comparisons, city leaders less yard work, and there is a shared garage with one stall for had noted a mostly upward trend for the past each home.” REMOVAL OF LEAD HAZARDS five years. Numbers spiked in 2020, with a total Adds MaMayoryor Pro Tem Dan Moore: “There is demand for more of 521 units built or under construction—well quality, affordable housing. The Center Street project is one Working through the City of Sioux City, you can apply over the previous high of 363 units in 2019. way we are trying help with that.” for funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Along with housing growthgrowth in Whispering Homes will be sold toto buyers who are low to moderate Urban Development that will remove lead and other Creek and other neighborhoods, the city has income and qualify for a mortgage loan through a local lender. health hazards and could also provide new paint, seen a large influx of multi-family dwellings. For details, contact Keairns at 712-279-6255. windows, doors, siding, and more. You’re eligible if: In fact, of the 521 units built in 2020, nearly 400 were duplexes, condominiums, and 1. You own or live in a home or apartment built apartments. beforebefore 1978. DowntownDowntown Sioux City has contributed to 2. YouYou have at least one child (age 5 or younger) in growth as well, with ever-increasing options the dwellingdwelling at least 10 hours weekly. for luxury lofts and market-rate apartments. 3. YouYou have a household income at or below 80 LowLow interest rates contribute to growth, percentpercent of the area median income. For example, acknowledges Economic & Community maximum household income for a family of four Development Director Marty Dougherty, but is $58,650. there are other considerations. “The City of Sioux City is making a conscious effort to Not suresure how to apply? “There is help every step of $ INVESTED IN SIOUX CITY HOMES support housing growth and offers a city- the way, and the time you spend can yield thousands wide tax abatement program,” he says. of dollars in home improvements,” notes Matt Meylor, “We’re economically strong, and we have low neighborhood services project coordinator. “Most $50M unemployment—almost as low as before the importantly, you’ll ensure lead-safe living conditions pandemic began—so demand for housing is for young children who visit or live there.” $40M on the rise, and it’s being met with a variety of This grantgrant can also address lead hazards in a $30M housing options throughout the city.” residence that a child 5 years old or younger visits Dougherty predictspredicts Whispering Creek will regularly, such as grandparents, extended family, or $20M see continued growth, the new Residences at care providers. $10M Elk Creek development will extend the city ForFor information, contact Meylor at 712-224-4984. limits with 143 new housing units, and there will be additional downtown living options 2020 on Historic Fourth and in the Benson and 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 Badgerow buildings.

4 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 5 SOHO FACEBOOK AREA BUSINESSES Julie Schoenherr, Sioux City Councilmember and owner of SoHo Kitchen & Bar, remembers March 17, 2020 like it PHENOMENON was yesterday. Originally created to help Advised byby the media to shut down at noon, the restaurants survive during ADAPT & OVERCOME restaurant was filled with St. Patrick’s Day diners and the COVID-19 pandemic, the had just received fresh deliveries totaling $4,000. “I Siouxland Local Eats Facebook Effects of the global pandemic have had a ripple effect throughout the world…including our own backyard. From had a pantry, cooler, and freezer freshly stocked and page gave a significant boost multinational corporations to mom-and-pop shops, nearly every business in America has felt the impact of COVID-19. alarmingly no one to feed it to,” recalls Schoenherr. to local restaurants. “It started As a result,result, many small businesses throughout Sioux City have had to change the way they operate. Some have “I turned to social media and offered the food to go. as a place to feature carry-out created or enhanced their presence online. Others have discovered new avenues of sales. All have gotten creative in Followers responded, and we nearly sold out. That options, but the idea spread like one way or another. was my ‘ah-ha’ moment: If people couldn’t dine in, we wildfire,” states Andy Boesch, Here’sHere’s a look at how three Sioux City businesses responded to the challenges they faced as a result of the pandemic. would sell food to go. We offered our dinner favorites group administrator. “Soon not and even adult drinks in family-sized packages, and only were restaurants posting we offered only selections that would reheat well. We in the group, but customers adopted this business model until we were given the were also sharing posts and green light to reopen in May 2020.” information.” HELP FOR OverOver a year later, SoHo has retained large catering The community’scommunity’s response was contracts in addition to its restaurant service. While incredible, he says. The group SMALL BUSINESS PICKLED PALETTE not yet back to 100 percent, Schoenherr feels Historic Fourth Street’s traffic is attracted 5,000+ followers in its When Ashley Prince opened Pickled improving as Sioux City welcomes events, and offices return to in-person work. first week and now has more To assist small businesses Palette, the business relied on bringing “Although“Although we run our small business out of a passion for what we love, we have than 27,000 members. negatively impacted by COVID-19, people together to create art in her operated SoHo with a very business minded structure,” she says. “Revenue was “I’ve“I’ve heard from many business the City of Sioux City received Morningside studio. Things were rolling impacted significantly.” Fortunately, federal funding provided financial assistance to owners that it has been very $400,000 in Community along fine…until the pandemic. pay her employees throughout the pandemic and not one employee was laid off. helpful to them,” Boesch notes. Development Block Grant funding “Lik“Likee all businesses, we had to think “An idea like this couldn’t have through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, fast and stay on our toes with all the worked without support from and Economic Security (CARES) Act. ever-changing climate of the pandemic,” “It opened the eyes of Siouxlanders, making them more aware of Sioux City and beyond. The city then developed a grant shares Prince. “We quickly changed our the hundreds of family-owned businesses who rely on local It’s been amazing to be application process and provided business model to offer art-to-go so community support to keep the doors open.” part of this and watch funding to 41 local businesses. families could create in their own homes, it grow.” Awards ranged from $5,000 to and we partnered with multiple other $10,000. small businesses to help promote each ““WeWe had a $ other during these difficult times. For wide variety specific holidays we offered packages that BOMGAARS of businesses included Sugar Shack cookie kits, Twin Bings, apply—from While many retailers were forced to close in March 2020, Sioux City-based coffee, or gift cards to other locally owned Bomgaars was tagged an “essential” business. Stores amped up cleaning those with one businesses.” employee to measures to sanitize stores and added curbside service at all locations. Pickled PPalettealette also added an online store “With“With the huge impact this pandemic has had on our company, our teams those with 50 to its website and hosted Facebook LIVE sales to promote new products for workers. Of those 78 applicants, have really stepped up in many ways to not only serve our customers with safe purchase—changes that will boost business long after the pandemic. and effective shopping options, but also to meet extra demand for products we funded more than half,” shares Adds Prince: “Bec“Becauseause of our loyal customers, we were able to persevere Mike Bauer, neighborhood services and services. It took some getting used to, but our teams have done a great during the most difficult of moments. Art has been like a therapy for many of our job,” said Aaron Bomgaars, vice president. rehabilitation technician. “The city customers who were dealing with stressful times themselves. As we’ve heard that, loves to see small businesses thrive. A fourth-generationfourth-generation farm and ranch supply company founded in 1952, it has made us want to do our jobs even better the next day and provide an outlet Bomgaars has been on a roll over the past 20 years—growing from 15 locations It was a tough year for so many, for those who may be struggling.” and we wanted to do whatever we in 2001 to 77 locations in 2015, when it also invested $17 million to expand its could to help.” warehouse in Sioux City. Despite the pandemic, Bomgaars has added several The grgrantsants assisted retail, “Having gone through a year of constant change, I feel it has stores this year and now boasts 100+ locations in Iowa, , South restaurants, professional services, made our business stronger at responding and Dakota, , , , , and . and other small local businesses adapting to difficult situations.” throughout our community. “The whole experience reminded us of the need to adapt to any changes in the marketplace at a moment’s notice.”

6 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 7 SO MUCH TO DO REGIONAL PROMOTION REIMAGINING EVENTS Meet Ron Bower, the Sioux City Regional Convention & As a global pandemic essentially shut down the live Visitors Bureau’s very first destination manager. His job event industry, Spectra Venue Management, which is selling Siouxland. manages the Tyson Events Center, got creative. BowerBower was hired “Instead“Instead of sitting back quietly, we kept moving by the newly formed forward for our clients and fans,” shares Tim Savona, bureau to enhance general manager. “It was important to give our the region’s footprint community an escape from the daily grind.” in attracting sports LastLast summer Tyson Events Center offered a “Hump tournaments, meetings Day Happy Hour” series that sold out nearly all five and conventions, motor weeks it was offered, with a portion of proceeds coach groups, business supporting the Siouxland Recovery Fund. and leisure travelers, “In the fallfall we organized livestream concert tours and more. The bureau that took place when all entertainment and venues encompasses Sioux City, were completely shut down,” says Savona. “We FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS SIOUX CITY ART CENTER & SIOUX CITY PARKS & REC South Sioux City, North Sioux City, Dakota Dunes, worked with a regional partner to host a free drive-in On Facebook @Siouxcityfoodtrucks • 712-266-6452 GILCHRIST LEARNING CENTER siouxcityparksandrec.com • 712-279-6126 and Sergeant Bluff. Runs 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. through Aug. 27 in Explore our 2021 Fun & Action Guide + visit the movie, recruited a gun show to return to the market, siouxcityartcenter.org • 712-279-6272 “A“A regional convention & visitors bureau can Pearl Street Park. Sioux City Parks & Rec Facebook page for pool & hosted car sales in our parking lot, and the list goes Exhibits open + art classes for all skill levels. NEW coordinate and incentivize opportunities to choose splashpad hours, trail info, climbing wall details, on and on.” THIS YEAR: ArtSplash will be free and held downtown movie nights, and other events! Siouxland over other markets,” explains Councilmember Sioux City near the Sioux City Art Center on Sept. 4-5. Alex Watters, who also serves on the SCRCVB board. In the spring,spring, Tyson Events Center welcomed “Each community has considerable assets, but if each National Association of Intercollegiate Athletic (NAIA) works in isolation, the potential to scale these events championships back to its venue…not just once, but FOR MORE EVENTS, VISIT THESE VENUE WEBSITES: and have a larger economic impact simply isn’t there. twice. “That was kind of a regeneration of life for us,” When we market those as a collective destination, it explains Savona. “It’s been great to be a part of the can be extraordinarily powerful!” community and to see it rebound. The future looks DOROTHY PECAUT NATURE CENTER IBP ICE CENTER ORPHEUM THEATRE High on Bower’sBower’s to do list? A new website. The bright as shows are looking to get back on the road, woodburyparks.org • 712-258-0838 siouxcityparksandrec.com • 712-279-4880 orpheumlive.com • 712-279-4850 vibrant and user-friendly site—exploresiouxcity.com— but the pandemic has also allowed us to reimagine Hiking trails + summer camps. Visit on Facebook Public ice skating on Fridays & Saturdays from Sioux City Symphony Orchestra info + new launched recently. He’s also ramping up presence on the event experience on a new level. We hope to for details. 7–9 p.m. live events! social media. continue creating new opportunities along with our “It’s“It’s an exciting time to be a part of the growth and typical event load.” revitalization of Sioux City,” states Bower. “My goal DOWNTOWN LIVE CONCERTS COURSES BASEBALL is to build tourism and make Siouxland a national downtownlivesc.com • 712-252-0014 Dakota Dunes Country Club Xsbaseball.com • 712-277-WINS (9467) Held at the Sioux City Public Museum lawn from dakotadunescountryclub.com • 605-232-3000 destination.” Regular games at home through 6–8 p.m. on Friday nights through Aug. 6. Floyd Park Golf Course He sees hugehuge potential in marketing the tri-state Aug. 29. greenvalleyfloyd.com • 712-274-1059 region. “Traveling to three states within a few minutes

Green Valley Golf Club is a big selling point. That could be a bucket list item for DOWNTOWN SIOUX CITY greenvalleyfloyd.com • 712-252-2025 a lot of people.” downtownsiouxcity.com • 712-252-0014 Sioux City Country Club SIOUX CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY While BowerBower is excited to bring more visitors to the siouxcitylibrary.org • 712-255-2933 Resource for downtown shopping, dining, and sccountryclub.com • 712-277-3821 area, he also urges local residents to explore what’s in living + events. Sun Valley Golf Course Libraries & book returns open, summer sunvalleysiouxcity.com • 712-258-9770 programming + no library fines! their own backyard. “A lot of our social media posts are Whispering Creek Golf Club geared to locals; I want to make sure they know what FARMERS MARKET whisperingcreekgolfclub.com • 712-276-3678 events are happening so they can share with others.” farmersmarketsiouxcity.com • 712-251-2616 SIOUX CITY PUBLIC MUSEUM Runs 8 a.m.–1 p.m., Wednesdays and Saturdays siouxcitymuseum.org • 712-279-6174 through Oct. 30. LAUNCHPAD CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Special exhibits + summer programming.

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8 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 9 CONNECTING FOR A CAUSE The Sioux City Police Department believes community connections count. This spring, the SCPD sold “Autism MAKING ROOM FOR Awareness” patches to benefit the Pier Center for Autism. And to EVERYONE promote Mental Health Awareness Month Being Sioux City’s first Community in May, the department entered a specially Inclusion Liaison is a big job, but designed patrol car into service. Adorned with Semehar Ghebrekidan is ready for the themed decals, including the green ribbon that READY TO RESPOND challenge. “It takes time to build trust, represents mental health awareness, the vehicle To better serve our community, Sioux City Fire Rescue has added key but I’m here to do the work.” also features the slogan of this awareness new equipment: an aerial platform truck at Station 3 and four new ToTo start, she’s building connections campaign: Arresting the Stigma. In addition, the smaller-platform ambulances that will be used citywide. through the Inclusive Sioux City SCPD deploys a patrol vehicle to honor cancer “We“We are fortunate to have highly responsive and responsible SCFR Advisory Committee. “The City of victims and survivors. The department couples personnel, and it’s also important to maintain a reliable emergency Sioux City really wants to look at how these vehicles with regular awareness and services fleet,” notes Councilmember Pete Groetken. marginalized populations are being education information on its social media and The 104’ aerial platformplatform truck replaces a similar unit, and SCFR considered,” she explains. website. Chief Tom Everett is confident it will serve the department for nearly Being inclusiveinclusive involves thinking “We“We realize how many citizens are impacted 30 years, including 15 years in front-line status. The ambulances play beyond yourself…making situations about other people more by cancer, autism, and mental health issues. an important role when responders are at full capacity and will be than about yourself, notes Ghebrekidan. Ultimately, she says, By conducting outreach campaigns, we hope used by EMS Division Administration Paramedics or fire crews when “this position isn’t about me. It’s about the entire city. I’m looking to promote awareness and acceptance while SCFR’s four front-line ambulance crews are busy on other calls. at policies and programming to make a better tomorrow. It’s for supporting these important causes,” shares “We“We realize these are large public safety expenditures,” shares everyone else, for generations to come.” SCPD Chief Rex Mueller. “Our officers and staff Everett, “and we not only take great pride in them, but we’ll also Born to Ethiopian/Eritrean parents who came to the U.S. in are members of this community, and many have take great care of them.” 1991, Ghebrekidan grew up in Sioux Falls, S.D., learned English the same challenges as those they serve. In the in elementary school, joined an international club in high school, spirit of community policing, these projects can and was the first in her family to attend college as she earned connect us to the people we serve.” bachelor’s and master’s degrees from State ContactContact police headquarters at 279-6353 to HANDS-ON HEROES University. At SDSU she became the first Black student senator in support local causes with a patch purchase. 10 years, led the Black Student Alliance, and helped reopen the Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, saves lives. And while no Office of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity & Access. Along the way, she one plans to do CPR, anyone can be a hands-on hero. developed a passion for diversity in every shape and form. With this messagemessage in mind, EMS Training Officer Terry Ragaller “I hope toto push recently offered CPR training for city employees. “We wanted people to look to equip employees in all departments, not just SCFR, with the A FEW GOALS: beyond the lens knowledge and skills to save a life.” they might have RagallerRagaller had to cap enrollment at 80 employees last spring but aDevelop an “equity lens” to grown up with,” she hopes to train 100 more employees this fall. “I’m creating extra ensureensure equity is promoted shares. “If you bring work for myself, but it’s for a good cause. If we can give one more aBuild relationships with in just one different birthday, it’s all worth it.” nonprofits,nonprofits, the media, & the perspective, it opens His goalgoal is to train at least 50 percent of the city’s workforce over communitycommunity the conversation and the next five years. aCreate a cultural map that helps creates opportunity for “The“The fact that so many city workers want to be CPR-trained newcomersnewcomers make connections self-examination.” says a lot about Sioux City and its employees,” adds Ragaller. “If aBring diversity mentoring into you’re in an emergency in our community, there’s a better chance the school systemsystem someone who can help you will be nearby.”

10 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SIOUX CITY LOG ON TO: WWW.SIOUX-CITY.ORG OR CALL 279.6102 11 MORE SCENIC TRAILS PARK PROGRESS Sioux City’s Construction continues on riverfront development efforts at riverfront trail Chris Larsen Park! Spanning 13 acres on the former Argosy Casino system now spans riverboat site, the innovative new park will be accessible to 12 along the Interstate 29 at Hamilton and Floyd Boulevards and to downtown Missouri and Big walkways at Pierce and Virginia Streets. This comprehensive Sioux Rivers. project is also connected to the city’s riverfront trails and will be “From“From Cone Park a wonderful “front door” to our community and benefit both to the Railroad residents and visitors. Museum, the Phase 1 encompassesencompasses picnic shelters, restrooms, basketball riverfront trail courts, a dog park, play equipment, and an active recreation lawn. connects one end Work began in June 2020 and should be complete later this year. of town to the other,” shares Matt Salvatore, parks & Phase 2 will include an interactiveinteractive water feature and more recreation director. “It’s a long stretch of trail that’s also spaces for family activities, scenic and enjoyable as it winds along the rivers and including plazas, pavilions, passes through Cone, Chautauqua, Chris Larsen, and and overlooks. Construction Riverside parks.” is underway and should CostsCosts to complete the latest connection—a $3.5 finish by Fall 2022. million project linking trails between Chautauqua and “It’s“It’s exciting to see this Chris Larsen parks—were covered mostly by grants. project moving along,” says “Demand forfor trails is high and this has been a major Matt Salvatore, parks & priority for the City Council,” explains Mayor Bob Scott. recreation director. “We’ve “It’s great to see all the pieces coming together.” had tremendous success ProgressProgress continues on the Highway 12 Trail project, a securing funding for Phase 1.25- trail segment extending north out of Riverside 1, but this development near Iowa Highway 12 and the Sioux City Railroad still needs the community’s support.” For additional details or to Museum. Construction on this $800,000 project should donate, visit www.riverfrontsiouxcity.com. begin by this fall and be completed by Spring 2022.

FUTSAL, ANYONE? Sioux City didn’t know it needed a futsal court in Leif Erikson Park, but the demand was there. Futsal is a version of soccer typically played by four field players and a goalkeeper on a hard surface. CreditCredit for the court goes to Interstate Soccer Club, previously known as Tri-State Revolution, which asked the city about installing a futsal court in conjunction with Musco Lighting and the Kick It Forward Foundation. The estimatedestimated value of the project was $100,000, but the City of Sioux City paid only for construction materials. Pete Groetken • Julie Schoenherr • Alex Watters • Bob Scott • Dan Moore Kick It Forward and Musco covered the court and lighting, CONTACT A COUNCILMEMBER: 279.6102 • [email protected] and Barkley Asphalt donated labor for the asphalt pad Robert Padmore, City Manager installation. City Hall • 405 6th St. • Sioux City, IA 51101 • An EEO employer This waswas great for the city and even better for the kids. The city createdcreated a second futsal court in Cook Park and is PHOTO CREDITS – Britton Hacke Photography for Page 2: Pearl Street considering adding a third. festoon lights & Page 11: Sioux City Fire Rescue.

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