The City of Altoona City Council formally announces the hiring of new City Administrator, John Harrenstein.
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Palace Entertainment to Acquire Adventureland
Palace Entertainment, a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators of amusement parks with more than 60 different attractions assets around the world, today announces its acquisition of Adventureland Resort.
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People of Altoona: Meet Kalyn!
Lately, Kalyn Gibson finds herself spending more and more time in Altoona—for business and for fun. Along with her husband Matt, Kalyn owns Forever Home Inspection Iowa, a company that has provided nearly 2,000 home inspections, including many in the Altoona market. (No surprise there. As the city’s population continues to grow, Altoona’s real-estate market is booming.)
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Legacy Bank’s Roots Run Deep in the Altoona Region
Not many businesses can say they’re celebrating their 117th birthday. But Legacy Bank has managed to navigate the changing and often turbulent world of the last century – including not one but two global pandemics – and have continually evolved to meet the needs of the communities they serve.
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What are the 3 types of commercial real estate leases?
When it comes to commercial real estate for lease, the lease itself makes all the difference.
A commercial real estate lease—whether it’s for retail space for lease, office space or other commercial buildings—is a major commitment for tenants and landlords alike, involving significant time and capital. That’s why it’s so important to understand the structure of your lease before signing.
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December 2020 Building Permit Report
In December, the City of Altoona issued 4 commercial and 35 residential building permits representing over 137,308 square feet of new or improved space and over $17.1 million invested.
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Advantages of Doing Business at a Transportation Network
What is the best location for your transportation and logistics business?
Obviously, there are many factors to consider, from the local workforce and property taxes to the locations of your manufacturers and end-users. But the most important factor of all is the location’s proximity to a transportation network. This is why many companies are choosing to relocate their business to Altoona, Iowa.
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October 2020 Building Permit Report
In October, the City of Altoona issued 13 commercial and 27 residential building permits representing over 58,142 square feet of new or improved space and over $7.4 million invested.
September 2020 Building Permit Report
In September, the City of Altoona issued 7 commercial and 27 residential building permits representing over 136,537 square feet of new or improved space and over $17.8 million invested. Continue reading…
City of Altoona will Meet to Discuss Master Plan for Community
Altoona City leaders and Chamber members will meet for a luncheon October 21, 2020 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Claxon’s Smokehouse & Grill to hear from Altoona’s City Administrator, Jeff Mark. Attendees will learn more about how the community is working toward our Master Plan.