The City of Kalona has more funds than costs for their community center project.

Representatives from contract manager Carl A. Nelson and Martin Gardner Architecture Firm updated the city council at their recent meeting on the budget and construction progress. The total funding on hand is $5,371,925 and the total project cost is $5,325,396, bringing a surplus of $46,529 for the city. City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh says these funds will be allocated by the city council for further enhancements in the facility’s future. Carl A. Nelson anticipates building completion August 10.