Apartment Choice

Multi- family apartment housing in Tama for Iowa Premium Beef workers moved a step closer Monday night , Aug. 4. Tama City Council members voted 3 -0 to set a public hearing for Monday, Aug. 18, at 5:30 p.m. on the granting of option to purchase city-owned land on the northwest side of the Indian Hills Addition . Newbury Living representative Bob Raffery told council members the developer was looking at 24-28 units in one building. The West Des Moines - based company president , Frank Levy, and Rafferty have said their plans here hinge on financing through a Community Development Block Grant . Rafferty said Monday night applications for the grant money needs ot be in at mid-August and his company needs a commitment that land has been secured. Article Photos City of Tama sign in the Indian Hills Addition listing housing options for new construction. City officials have said they foreseen the need for additional space as they consider a proposa...