Connecting Rural People for Thriving communities

The County to County Initiative is a way for rural folks in North Central Iowa to address challenges, share solutions, and work together for just, sustainable, and healthy communities.

Meeting Schedule

Second Tuesdays, Every Other Month Usually 6:30 PM-8:00 PM

• • March 10, 2026, Zoom hosted by Wright County Democrats

  • May 12, 2026, Zoom and In-Person 

  • July 14, 2026, Zoom and In-Person

  • Sept. 8, 2026, Zoom and In-Person

  • Nov. 10, 2026, Zoom

County-to-County Civic Education

Our counties are holding forums on a variety of issues.  These forums are open to all. We hope to garner support for a rural revival by understanding our new reality with respect to:

• cuts to the social safety net and education

• consolidation in the ag industry and falling comodity prices

• our changing climate

• threats to our natural areas and waterways

• unique challenges of rural healthcare

• possibilities for growth and diviserity

Public Forums

POSTPONED: February, 2.23.26, Humboldt, Health Care, Medicaid

Wednesday, April 21, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8 PM 

Clarion Library

302 N Main St

Clarion, IA 50525

Hosted By Wright County Democrats

School Vouvhers

Tim Glaza - Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement

Tim will speak on the impact that school vouchers are having on public schools, the cost to tax payers, etc. He will explain the goals of Public School Strong to support honest, safe, equitable, fully funded public schools in the state. He will ask for signatures on the petition and endeavor to identify individuals who may want to form a team to work to pass the resolution in their own school district.