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Ames Regional Economic Alliance outlines outreach priorities; new economic development director named

Story County Board of Supervisors · February 3, 2026
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Summary

The Ames Regional Economic Alliance reported on outreach, childcare, real estate and a housing summit and introduced Jennifer Luengas-Otto as the new Director of Economic Development leading Story County outreach efforts.

Brenda Dryer, Senior Vice President of the Ames Regional Economic Alliance, delivered the outreach quarterly report and introduced Jennifer Luengas-Otto as a new Director of Economic Development who will lead Story County outreach efforts. Dryer and Luengas-Otto discussed ongoing projects including childcare initiatives, real estate developments and plans for a housing summit to address local needs.

Dryer said the outreach work will focus on connecting county stakeholders and coordinating development activities. The presentation included staffing updates and an overview of outreach strategies that county leaders can expect in the coming months.