ITC Midwest Contributes $1,500 to Support Cambridge Zoning Code and Zoning Map Update
July 15, 2026 | ITC Midwest
Cambridge, IA (July 15, 2026) — ITC Midwest has contributed $1,500 through a Power of Connection grant to support the City of Cambridge’s update of its zoning code and zoning map. The effort will help city leaders modernize outdated regulations, strengthen community identity and guide responsible development aligned with the Cambridge Tomorrow 2026 to 2036 Comprehensive Plan.
The City of Cambridge adopted its comprehensive plan in February 2026. Developed by the Iowa State University Community Planning Studio, the plan identifies the creation of new zoning regulations and a new zoning map as its highest priority recommendation. With support from ITC Midwest, Cambridge will work with the Mid Iowa Planning Alliance and Region 6 Councils of Government to review existing ordinances, address gaps and inconsistencies, and develop updated zoning standards that reflect best practices and community values.
“This grant will help Cambridge take an important step toward planning for its future,” said ITC Midwest President Dusky Terry. “By supporting the city’s zoning update, we are helping local leaders create a clear and modern framework that supports quality of life, community vibrancy and responsible development.”
The zoning update will include a full review of Cambridge’s municipal code, identification of outdated or unclear regulations, and development of new zoning standards that align with the city’s future land use plan. Once the updated regulations are complete, the city will create a new zoning map to ensure consistency between the code and long-term planning goals.
“As Cambridge works to implement its comprehensive plan, updating our zoning regulations is essential,” said Barb McBreen, chair of the Cambridge Planning and Zoning Commission. “This grant from ITC Midwest provides the support we need to move forward with a thoughtful and community focused process that strengthens our identity and prepares us for future growth.”
The Power of Connection grant will help offset the cost of ordinance review, strategic planning and technical assistance needed to complete this high priority initiative.
About the Power of Connection Program
The Power of Connectioncommunity grant program is an initiative of ITC Midwest and the Iowa Rural Development Council (IRDC). This innovative economic development program is designed to pair rural communities seeking assistance with IRDC resource teams. Those teams drive both community conversations and solution development for problems or projects.
Communities eligible for the Power of Connection program must have populations of under 10,000 and be outside of a metropolitan area. Power of Connectiongrant dollars cannot be used for construction, real estate or equipment.
About ITC Midwest
ITC Midwest LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ITC Holdings Corp., the nation’s largest independent electricity transmission company. ITC Midwest operates more than 6,600 circuit miles of transmission lines in Iowa, Minnesota, Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin. ITC Midwest is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and maintains regional operating facilities in Dubuque, Iowa City and Perry, Iowa; and Albert Lea and Lakefield, Minnesota. For further information visit www.itcmidwest.com. ITC is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., a leader in the North American regulated electric and gas utility industry. For further information visit www.fortisinc.com.
Media Contacts:
Bill Menner, Executive Director, Iowa Rural Development Council
director@iowardc.org or 641-990-4757
Darcy Moulin, Lead Communications Specialist, ITC Midwest
dmoulin@itctransco.com or 319-297-6837