Meet the Staff

Dennis Plautz
Chief Executive Officer

Economic Development

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Kelly Halsted
Economic Development Director

Economic Development

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Jill Nelson
Community Development Director

Economic Development

515-227-7126
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Kate Stucky
Office Manager

Economic Development

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Skyla Porter
Organizational Administrator

Economic Development

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fast facts

With its historic homes and picturesque setting along the Des Moines River, the city of Fort Dodge and its surrounding countryside offers a delightful place to call home. Learn More

Fort Dodge

The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance's Image Committee started a Photography Contest in 2012 to garner a variety of photos in the Fort Dodge area. Learn More

Photo Contest

Every level of government in the Fort Dodge area promotes small business, non-profit organizations, and individuals to increase their success in Webster County. Learn More

Government

Iowa has one of the nation’s highest high school retention and graduation rates. Learn More

Education