The Signs are Everywhere.

The Signs are Everywhere. From blocks of housing rebuilt painstakingly by volunteers and residents, to the new U.S. Courthouse flanking the river, to a state of the art convention center and new hotel, bookending our vibrant downtown with the New Bohemia Main Street District - this is a time of hope and optimism for our community. With more than 3/4 of a billion dollars invested in our community, the Signs of Progress are all around us.

At the five year mark, this is the time to look forward. This is not only a time to see how much is yet to be done - but also to pursue that vision of a vibrant and urban hometown. One we’re all proud to call home.

Jan 7, 2011

MedQuarter Regional Medical District (MedQ)

 officially Cedar Rapids Medical Self Supported Municipal Improvement District                             

Community Investment: $50 Million+              
Status: In progress (Multi-year development)

Address: 54 square blocks within the Downtown area of Cedar Rapids anchored by the two hospitals.


Description: The MedQuarter Regional Medical District (MedQ) was the result of Vision Cedar Rapids 2007 and the 2009 Neighborhood Planning Process, which developed districts to grow Downtown Cedar Rapids. The MedQ is a revitalization partnership committed to promoting a dynamic urban medical community to improve quality of life, advocate for new businesses and jobs in a defined medical district. In 2011 the MedQ was established due to the support provided by property owners in the 54 square blocks of the downtown area anchored by Mercy Medical Center and St. Luke’s Hospital. The Commission was appointed by the Mayor/City Council and immediately established the funding for future improvements for the district. To further propel the projects for the MedQ, three committees were formed in 2012: Branding & Marketing, District Services and Master Development Plan. The Commission has hired website developer Informatics to redesign the MedQ website and make it an informational and robust resource for patients, medical providers, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the Commission is in the early stages of developing a bold and action-oriented master development plan that will help establish the MedQ as a nationally recognized medical destination.

Significant improvements have already been made in the district with the establishment of the Hall-Perrine Cancer Center and Physicians' Clinic of Iowa Medical Pavilion as they have been catalysts for further growth and development. The MedQ will be a national destination where many healthcare needs are met in a localized area helping to enhance the appearance, vitality and economic stability for downtown Cedar Rapids.

Community Partners: Cedar Rapids Medical Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District Commission

 Website: http://crmedicaldistrict.com/
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