In the few weeks since Anamosa was announced as an overnight stop for RAGBRAI, a lot of work has gone into preparations.
There are 20 committees that have to be formed, all of which have been filled, as meetings continue to happen to make sure the city is ready. Anamosa Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director LeeAnna Boone said the meetings are still largely informational at these early stages, but the various committees are in the process of coming up with their budgets.
The group has been in constant communication with ride Director Dieter Drake, with another meeting in Des Moines upcoming on March 5.
“It’s really nice to get that input,” Boone said.
While each committee has their own focus, like fundraising, at this stage, the biggest focus has been determining where riders are going to stay.
“The big thing right now is finding campground space,” Boone said.