Forest City Growth Tied to Local Industry Drive
Forest City Iowa saw retail sales rise from 5.5 million in 1960 to 8.8 million in 1969 as the town promoted industrial development. Local editor Ben Carter notes a waiting list for retail businesses and remodeling efforts, with new amenities like a swimming pool and golf course. The town formed a development corporation in 1956 after recognizing internal growth potential, attracting a California firm that opened a motor home plant, later renamed Winnebago after buying out the original equity and expanding to become a leading producer.
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