Chamber Talk: Ed Malloy Shares Grow Fairfield’s Approach to Housing and Community Growth
What does housing have to do with keeping local businesses strong? For Grow Fairfield, the two are closely connected.
In this Chamber Talk episode, Ed Malloy joins Jason Strong and Chamber Director Mindy McAdams to discuss how Grow Fairfield is addressing housing needs as part of its work to support existing employers, attract businesses, and retain jobs.
Malloy shares progress on Sunrise Trail, a new neighborhood off Libertyville Road near Little Achievers Childcare Center. Infrastructure is complete for the first phase, which includes 31 lots. Its location near the Loop Trail, hospital, and schools connects future residents with services and recreation.
The conversation also explores Homes for Iowa houses on existing neighborhood lots, an approach that adds housing where streets and utilities are already in place. Malloy discusses a proposed 156-unit rental development with Kading Properties, including the planning still underway before construction can begin.
Throughout the interview, Malloy emphasizes the community partnerships behind these efforts. Grow Fairfield’s work connects employers’ needs with practical solutions for the people who live and work here.
How do these projects fit into Fairfield’s longer-term growth? Hear Malloy explain the opportunities, challenges, and next steps in the full conversation.
Watch the full Chamber Talk episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1t3TqMJkKkc&list=PLC5B28C21791C25DD&index=1
