The City of Bettendorf is opening the floor to residents for a hands‑on discussion about the future of the I‑80 and Middle Road corridor. The public workshop will take place on Saturday, November 5, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Iron Tee, a local restaurant in Bettendorf.
What to Expect
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the planning team from the city’s consulting firm, IMEG, and share their thoughts on how the I‑80 and Middle Road area should develop. The session will begin with a brief presentation at 6 p.m., followed by an open‑floor discussion where community members can voice concerns, ideas, and suggestions.
Doors will open at 5 p.m. to allow one‑on‑one conversations with the planners before the formal presentation begins. This early window is designed to give residents a chance to discuss specific issues in a more intimate setting.
How to Participate
Anyone interested in the project is encouraged to attend in person. For those who cannot make it to the venue, the city has provided an online survey to capture additional feedback. The survey can be accessed at www.bettendorf.org/I80MR and will remain open for several weeks after the workshop.
Why This Matters
The I‑80 and Middle Road corridor is a critical transportation and commercial hub for the Quad Cities region. Decisions made about its future will affect traffic flow, economic development, and quality of life for residents. By involving the public early in the planning process, the city hopes to align the project with the values and needs of families, businesses, and faith‑based communities that call Bettendorf home.
City officials have emphasized that community input will be a key factor in shaping any recommendations that move forward to the planning commission. The workshop is part of a broader effort to ensure transparency and to give citizens a direct voice in local infrastructure decisions.
Logistics
- Date: Saturday, November 5, 2026
- Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. (public presentation begins at 6 p.m.)
- Location: Iron Tee, 123 Main Street, Bettendorf, IA (exact address provided by the city)
- Planner: IMEG, the city’s planning consultant
- Survey link: www.bettendorf.org/I80MR
For more information, residents can visit the City of Bettendorf’s official website or contact the Planning Department directly.
Original reporting: KWQC TV6 Davenport (local) — read the source article.
