Derelict Building Workshop

Does your community have a vacant commercial or public building that needs attention?

Join Reid Bermel of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to learn how the Derelict Building Program can help.

The program serves Iowa cities with 5,000 or fewer residents and supports projects involving commercial or public buildings that have been vacant for at least six months.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Bob Heun Shelter House at Kennedy Memorial Park

1415 Nelson Avenue, Fort Dodge, Iowa

Agenda

• 5:30–6:00 p.m. Dinner
• 6:00–7:00 p.m. Presentation by Reid Bermel, Iowa DNR
• 7:00–7:30 p.m. Questions and discussion

Registration fee

$10 per person or $20 per organization for up to five attendees. Attendees who aren’t affiliated with a city or county pay at the door.

Bring your questions and learn what to consider before the Friday, February 26, 2027 grant application deadline.

Register for the Workshop