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In Cedar Rapids, we have experienced a devastating blow to our economy from the historic flooding. When the river crested at almost twelve feet higher than ever in recorded history, more than 3,900 homes were flooded as 1,300 city blocks were inundated with water.

Between 6,000 and 7,000 jobs were lost as hundreds of local and national businesses were flooded. Early damage estimates are already in the billions, and will rise.

It will take great effort to rebuild our economy to sustain growth in Cedar Rapids. A group of local businesses have teamed up with the Cedar Rapids and Marion Chambers of Commerce, the Jaycees, the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, and several other local and national organizations to help bring economic relief to individuals and businesses affected by the flood.

We are holding an event, FloodStock 2008, as the vehicle to generate funds for this relief.

We would like to call upon you to help us rebuild our infrastructure as soon as possible. Please ask yourself what you or your organization can do to help our event be an overwhelming success.

Please contact:

Amy Stevens at Amy.Stevens@allianceclaimssolutions.com Matt Schultz at mschultz@infinitycontact.com or Jeffrey Kiley at jkiley@newspaperarchive.com to let us know what you can do to help.

Thank you.
- Clifton Gunderson
- Nash Finch
- Allegra Print & Imaging
- Alliance Claims Solutions
- Jim Miler Nissan
- EasternIowaProperty.com
- Accent Media
- Z102.9
- Xquisite Limo
- Culligan
- Farmers State Bank
- Dale Lee Distributing
- Cabo Bar & Grill
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The Event

Posted by FloodStock.org at 6/24/2008 11:32 AM and is filed under uncategorized

Floodstock 2008

EVENT OVERVIEW

Floodstock 2008 is a three-day music festival featuring local and regional bands July 3—5, 2008.

WHEN

Thursday, July 3 from 4:00—10:00 p.m.,
Friday, July 4 from 12:00—10:00 p.m. and
Saturday, July 5 from 12:00—10:00 p.m.

WHERE

Cabo Grill, 2730 Edgewood Rd. SW in Cedar Rapids

ENTERTAINMENT

The list is evolving and changing almost by the hour, but expect to see Swing Crew, Greenbriar, Funk 101, Copper Moon, Junk Funk, Surf Zombies, Wicked Liz & The Bellyswirls and many more to be announced in the coming days.

COST

Floodstock 2008 tickets will be available at the gate for $10 per person. (per day at the gate)

WHO IT BENEFITS

All proceeds from Floodstock 2008 will go towards residents and businesses affected by the flood.

HOW CAN YOUR BUSINESS HELP

Your business can help cover the cost of the event by becoming an event sponsor. We are looking for donations large and small to cover the cost of booking entertainment, on-site necessities and other costs associated with bringing this event to life. Or consider donating a good, service or experience for the live auction to be held during Floodstock that would create substantial interest and funds for the flood victims. All contributions will be handled through the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation.

PARTNERSHIPS

Floodstock 2008 event coordinators include representatives from the Cedar Rapids Jaycees,Cedar Rapids Downtown District, Cedar Rapids Area / Marion Chamber of Commerce, Greater Cedar Rapids Foundation and various businesses and media outlets.

For more information, please visit www.floodstock.org or call 319-377-6316.