Landlords of Linn County

05/06/2026

Join us for our May meeting next week — this is one of the most important sessions of the year for local landlords.

We’re hosting guest speakers Al Pansegrau and Kevin Ciabatti from Cedar Rapids Housing Code Enforcement. This is your opportunity to hear directly from city officials about current enforcement practices and ask questions about compliance, inspections, and rental safety.

Meeting Details:
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Doors Open: 11:45 AM
Meeting Begins: 12:00 PM
Location: Hiawatha Community Center, 101 Emmons Street, Hiawatha, IA
A buffet lunch is available for $15 per person. Lunch must be purchased online during registration.

Why You Should Attend:
Get clarity on current housing code enforcement
Learn how to avoid common violations
Ask questions directly to city officials
Connect with other local landlords
This is a valuable opportunity to stay informed and protect your rental business.

Reserve your spot today and come ready with your questions.

https://www.landlordsoflinncounty.org/reminder-monthly-meeting


We look forward to seeing you!

Join Landlords of Linn County’s monthly meetings for networking, legal updates, and landlord education to stay informed and grow your rental business.

04/04/2026

April is Fair Housing Month!

Do you know how to respond when a renter wants to bring in an animal for emotional support? What if they want to bring in more than one? What about renting to felons? Or applicants who don’t speak English? Or a transgender person?

Lauren Camp, Executive Director of the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission, will cover key fair housing topics every landlord should understand, including protected classes, emotional support animals, documentation requirements, and how to properly navigate criminal history considerations, such as applicants with felony records or registered s*x offenders, while remaining compliant with civil rights laws. This session is designed to give you practical guidance you can apply immediately to protect your business and stay within legal guidelines.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain clarity on complex regulations and ask questions directly to a local expert.

Meeting Details
Date and Time: ​
Thursday, April 9, 2026 @ 12:00 PM
(Doors open at 11:45 AM)

Location:
Hiawatha Community Center
101 Emmons Street
Hiawatha, IA
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Lunch Information
A buffet lunch will be provided for $15 per person.
Please RSVP by April 6th
At www.landlordsofLinncounty.org

We look forward to seeing you!

Join Landlords of Linn County’s monthly meetings for networking, legal updates, and landlord education to stay informed and grow your rental business.

03/05/2026

Our March Landlords of Linn County member meeting will focus on an essential topic for every property owner: fire safety.


We are pleased to welcome Cory Dillon, Fire Captain and Inspector with the Cedar Rapids Fire Department. Cory is also a landlord in Cedar Rapids, giving him a unique perspective that blends code enforcement insight with real-world landlord experience. He will share practical information that will help you better prepare for inspections, reduce risk, and protect your properties.

Meeting Details:
Thursday, March 12, 2026
12:00 PM
Hiawatha Community Center
101 Emmons Street
Hiawatha, IA

A buffet lunch will be available for $15 per person. You can pay online when submitting your RSVP.

RSVP by Tuesday, March 10

Register for the meeting here
https://www.landlordsoflinncounty.org/

We look forward to seeing you there!

Landlords of Linn County connects local landlords and property managers with resources, education, and advocacy to support successful rental businesses.

02/10/2026

Join fellow landlords and property professionals for another valuable meeting hosted by the Landlords of Linn County. This month’s speaker is Attorney Greg Usher, bringing his expertise and insights into legal matters that impact rental property owners across Linn County.
Whether you're managing a single-family rental or an entire portfolio, staying informed about current legal trends and best practices is essential. This meeting offers practical advice, networking opportunities, and a chance to get your legal questions answered.
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​Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the area’s trusted voices in landlord-tenant law. Bring your questions, take notes, and connect with like-minded professionals.
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Where - Hiawatha Community Center – 101 Emmons St

When - Thursday, February 12, 2026

Time - Doors open at 11:45 AM

Click the link to RSVP by Tuesday

https://www.landlordsoflinncounty.org/reminder-monthly-meeting

RSVP even if you are not eating lunch.

See you Thursday!

Join Landlords of Linn County’s monthly meetings for networking, legal updates, and landlord education to stay informed and grow your rental business.

01/06/2026

Our January Members Meeting of the Landlords of Linn County will be the Active Shooter Presentation given by Chad Stover of the Linn County Sheriff's Department. Chad provides valuable information needed if you ever experience an active shooter situation. Don't miss this important meeting.

Where - Hiawatha Community Center

When - January 8, 2026

Time - Doors open at 11:45

Please RSVP by Tuesday night, January 6th

https://www.landlordsoflinncounty.org/

Join Landlords of Linn County’s monthly meetings for networking, legal updates, and landlord education to stay informed and grow your rental business.

12/30/2025

A Linn County pilot program helping people with credit or eviction issues find housing has exceeded its first-year goals.

12/06/2025

Please join us Thursday, December 11, for our FREE and festive Christmas luncheon 🎄🎁🎁🌲🌲🌲

We’ve got the perfect gift just for you
This event is FREE and offers a valuable networking opportunity to connect with fellow landlords.
We will have a festive Christmas lunch AND fun door prizes!
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We are also kicking off a membership drive.
If you bring a fellow landlord who signs up to be a member and pays their annual membership fee at the luncheon, you will receive a $50 gift card.
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We look forward to seeing you there!
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When- Thursday, December 11th, 2025
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Where- Hiawatha Community Center, 101 Emmons Street
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Time- 12:00 PM, doors open 11:45
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RSVP
Boardmembers@landlordsoflinncounty.org
by Tuesday, 12/9

11/10/2025

Don’t let a tragedy at your property catch you unprepared. All of us who own rental properties know to always expect
the unexpected. Any death, whether by natural causes or not, may require specialized cleanup. Even hoarding situations can present the need for specific remediation.

Join us on Thursday, November 13, 2025, for our next Landlords of Linn County meeting, featuring Iowa CTS Cleaners, a professional biohazard cleaning service.

Biohazards are often present in death, accident, or trauma scenes — and dangerous pathogens can be invisible. As property owners, we can be held liable for health issues caused by improper cleanup. Iowa CTS Cleaners will share valuable information on how to limit liability and protect your property, as well as discuss their hoarding cleanup services.

Event Details
📅 Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
📍 Location: Hiawatha Community Center, 101 Emmons St, Hiawatha
⏰ Time: Doors open at 11:45 AM

RSVP by noon Tuesday at www.landlordsoflinncounty.org

💻 New! You can now pay for your lunch online

We look forward to seeing you there!

09/30/2025

Landlords of Linn County will not meet in October, as the Landlords of Iowa Annual Convention will be taking place, this year in Dubuque.

We hope to see everyone at the State Landlord Convention, Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18 at the Grand River Center.

$150 for those coming from across the state and $100 for anyone who signs up and pays dues as a new member.

We are working on a payment system through our website, not quite there yet! If you wish to pay our Treasurer, Susie Cronk, by check, that, too, is an option. Make checks payable to “DALA 2025 Convention” and mail to Susie Cronk @ 782 Caledonia Place Dubuque,IA 52001.

Rooms will be reserved at Grand Harbor Resort @ 350 Bell St Dubuque,IA 52001 (866) 994-9950 (next door to the convention center and no driving)

OR Hampton Inn @3434 Dodge St Dubuque,IA 52003 (833) 320-8601

When making room reservations, tell the Grand Harbor that you’re with the Landlord Convention.

Join the fun and don’t miss this great convention !

09/09/2025

Don’t miss our September meeting, this Thursday the 11th.

We’ll be joined by Leslie Neugebauer from Habitat for Humanity and Ray Druger from Cedar Rapids Solid Waste and Recycling. Both will share important updates that directly impact local landlords.

Meeting Details:
Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Location: Hiawatha Community Center – 101 Emmons Street, Hiawatha
Time: Doors open at 11:45 AM
Lunch: Buffet available for $15 per person
RSVPs please RSVP by Tuesday night and pay for lunch using the link below.

Important Account Update – Action Required
We’ve launched a new website to better serve our members. With this update, a few quick steps are needed to ensure uninterrupted access and membership renewal:
Reset your password on the new website
RSVP and pay for the upcoming meeting
Add a card on file to keep your membership active and avoid any lapse

To review your membership and update your payment information, log in at www.landlordsoflinncounty.org
If you believe your subscription level is incorrect or need help accessing your account, contact us at info@illuminatedigital.net and we’ll get it sorted promptly.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting and hearing the valuable insights our guest speakers will share.

Let us know if you have any questions, and thank you for being part of Landlords of Linn County.

RSVP NOW

https://landlordsoflinncounty.org/so/4dPa1x2vJ/c?w=Hqr8XTV6om3A0aznqQMyQk87f0yE3weYMjAN5la5DEs.eyJ1IjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubGFuZGxvcmRzb2ZsaW5uY291bnR5Lm9yZy9yZW1pbmRlci1tb250aGx5LW1lZXRpbmc_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1jaGF0Z3B0LmNvbSIsInIiOiIxNjkxMGE4Yi1kYWQzLTRkODMtOTI5OS0xODg2NDI4M2FkZDAiLCJtIjoibWFpbCIsImMiOiIxZDE2Mzc1Mi1jNzYwLTRkZTMtOGYyOC1jODdlZThhMzA0M2UifQ

Join Landlords of Linn County’s monthly meetings for networking, legal updates, and landlord education to stay informed and grow your rental business.

08/08/2025

How does a landlord ensure they rent to folks who can comfortably afford to pay the rent each month, take good care of your property, and be a good neighbor to the others around them?

Application screening! Learn how to catch red flags in an application, and gracefully decline potentially bad renters. Stay out of the courtroom and enjoy a peaceful landlord tenant experience.

Don’t miss our August meeting, Thursday 8/14, noon at Hiawatha City Hall meeting room, 101 Emmons Street. Lunch available for $15, cash or check only. Doors open at 11:45.

RSVP to membership@landlordsoflinncounty.org by Tuesday

Please include
1. Your name(s)
2. Eating lunch - yes or no

See you Thursday!