EXCEL! ESTHERVILLE

THE ELEMENTS OF A GOOD LIFE


Excel! Estherville is a non-profit corporation. Projects are funded by 60% of the Local Option Sales Tax, approved by a vote of residents in 2008. 40% of Local Option Sales Tax goes directly to the City of Estherville to be used for Police, Fire, Streets, Library, and Park and Recreation Projects. 

Its vision is to make Estherville a destination to live, work, and play, resulting in population growth, balanced economic growth, and increased prosperity for its residents. Excel! projects are guided by committees made up of active and interested citizens.

Funding requests can be made to Excel! Estherville using this form. 
To learn more about and/or participate in any of the committees listed below, please contact the Chamber of Commerce.

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OVERSIGHT BOARD


Provides oversight to the planning, implementation, and financial operations of Excel! Estherville.
Program areas also include facade grants, park improvements, etc. (Contact)

Bob Jensen
Board Chair

American Family Insurance

Penny Clayton
Vice Chair

City of Estherville

Jeff Soper
Treasurer

Iowa Lakes Community College

Lexie Ruter
Secretary

Estherville Area Chamber of Commerce

Dave Seylar

Dave's Brown House Kitchens

Glen Caron

Estherville News

Nancy Anderson

Jessica Mortel

New 2U Consignment

Elaine Quastad

The Style Loft and Q Custom Designs 

BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE


The goal is to enhance the Estherville community's visual attractiveness. Projects through this committee include the Estherville Gateway signs, flower baskets and the upgrade to the swinging bridge.
Contact

BRANDING COMMITTEE


Developed and implements the Estherville elements brand.Promotes the brand through advertising, products and brand education.
Contact

HOUSING COMMITTEE


Position Estherville as a quality, cost-competitive housing option in the region.
Contact

ARTS AND CULTURE


Facilitate opportunities for cultural enrichment in the community through programs and events such as Neighborhood Artist Review, Opera Iowa, Local Author Workshops and Book Signings and Music on the Square. 
Contact