Greater Dubuque Development

🌳Help Shape the Future of Dubuque County Parks🌳

Our local parks are busier than ever—visitation has grown by 50% in the last five years—and Dubuque County Conservation is updating its Comprehensive Parks, Trails, and Open Spaces Plan.

Now they’re asking for your input.

Join Dubuque County Conservation at one of their upcoming public open houses to share your ideas for parks, trails, natural areas, campgrounds, and future improvements through 2035.

📅 Open House Dates & Locations
• March 19 – Swiss Valley Nature Center (4:30–6:30 PM)
• March 31 – Asbury Public Library (4:30–6:30 PM)
• April 2 – Backpocket Events Space, Millwork District (11:30 AM–1:00 PM)
• April 2 – Cascade Public Library (4:30–6:30 PM)

✔ Family-friendly
✔ Interactive activities
✔ Light refreshments provided

Can’t attend? A public survey launches March 18, and Dubuque County Conservation will share the link on their page.

🌲 Your parks. Your trails. Your future.

Help shape what outdoor recreation in Dubuque County looks like for years to come.

Our President & CEO Jason E. White recently joined Molly Grover, President & CEO of the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce on the Let’s Unpack That podcast.

Their conversation offers a chance to learn more about Jason’s professional path, his early insights and perspective after stepping into the CEO role at Greater Dubuque Development, and his vision for collaboratively advancing progress across the Greater Dubuque region.

Thank you to the Chamber for the thoughtful discussion and continued partnership in supporting our shared community goals.

🎧 Listen at https://youtu.be/A_TPk7BcYvQ

🎙️ New Episode of Let’s Unpack That is live now!

We sat down with Jason White, the new President & CEO of Greater Dubuque Development Corporation, to get to know the person behind the role.

In this episode, we dive into Jason’s background, what led him to Dubuque, and what it’s been like stepping into a key leadership position in our community.

👉 Tune in to hear:
• Jason’s career journey and experience
• His transition into the CEO role
• Early insights and perspective on the position
• What he’s learning as he steps into leadership in Dubuque

🎬 A huge thank you to our sponsor, Phoenix Theatres Dubuque, for making this series possible.
From blockbuster movies to community events, continues to invest in experiences that bring people together right here in Dubuque. Be sure to check them out for your next night out!

If you’re interested in the people shaping our community, this is a great conversation to check out.

🎧 Watch/listen at the Dubuque Area Chamber YouTube




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