COMMUNITY CONSULTING

Altura is the recognized Economic Development District in East-Central Idaho Region VI. As a company, we assist communities in meeting their economic development and infrastructure needs. We are a full service planning and economic development organization. We assist communities with all phases of project development and implementation.

Our organization maintains excellent working relationships with the Idaho Department of Commerce (IDOC), the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (IDEQ), USDA-Rural Development (RD), Army Corps of Engineers (ACoE), and the Economic Development Administration (EDA). These relationships have been key to maximizing project funding. As an organization, we have expertise in bringing together multiple funding sources to complete beneficial projects for the economic growth of Eastern Idaho. We work diligently with municipalities, federal funding sources, local urban renewals, and private sector businesses to develop projects that will leave a lasting positive impact on the community.

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Learn how to get important community projects started and finished. From funding to project management, Altura has the right resources and expertise you can leverage.

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Infrastructure Improvements for economic development projects

Our staff of professional Certified Grant Administrators can successfully develop, fund, and administer a variety of public infrastructure and economic development projects such as:

• Drinking Water Improvements
• Wastewater Treatment Facilities
• Downtown Revitalization

• Infrastructure Improvement for Economic Development
• Fire Stations

• Senior Centers
• Community Centers

Listen to What Our Partners are Saying

mayor, city of rexburg

“We rely on Altura a lot for helping us know the best way to approach a project to set timelines and find funding .”

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projects financed through altura

madison fire department

Ashton wastewater treatment

driggs downtown improvement

“One of the best decisions we made during our wastewater treatment plant replacement project was to use Altura to help obtain funding and manage our project. With Altura we found a skilled team that guided us through every step of the project. They provided expert support and made sure that the project was finished in a way that all could be proud of. They did not rest until it was done right. We could not have done it without them!”

Brandon Jolley

Mayor, City of Firth

“Altura has been the City’s trusted ally for decades, helping us address critical challenges in affordable housing, downtown revitalization, job creation, water & wastewater facilities and more.”

Doug Self

Community Development Director

City of Driggs, Idaho

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas do you serve?

We assist communities in Bonneville, Butte, Clark, Custer, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, and Teton Counties.

What funding agencies do you work with?

Altura has developed an extensive history of successful relationships with the Idaho Department of Commerce, Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, USDA-Rural Development, Army Corps of Engineers, and The Economic Development Administration. We can assist your community in securing the right funding options for your project.

Can you help us pass a bond?

Yes, we will work closely with your community in the selection of bond counsel as well as assist in the proper educational outreach efforts to your residents that will help you maximize your probabilities of passing a needed bond.

Do you only work with grants?

No, many projects we administer are funded with a combination of grant and loan funds. Some projects may be grant only and some may be only loan eligible. Altura will work closely with your community to evaluate all the best funding options available that will fit your community’s needs.

CAN YOU HELP US WITH NEW OR RELOCATING BUSINESS NEEDS?

Yes, depending on the type of business, we may be able to help you secure grant funding to assist your community with infrastructure expenses. Our loan department may also be able to help new or relocating businesses with fixed asset financing.