Economic Development Info
Economic Development Info for the City of Peoria
http://www.ci.peoria.il.us/economic-development-department/
Economic Development Info for the Peoria, Illinois Metro area
http://www.edc.centralillinois.org/
Economic Development Info for the State Illinois
http://www.commerce.state.il.us/dceo/
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Beth Ruyle and Craig Hullinger
Can Your City Compete?
What do you do when your city is falling behind?
Well, if you’re a newspaper, you do a major series laying out the issues and the case for change.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer did it some years ago with a massive effort called “A Quiet Crisis“.
And this week the St. Louis Post-Dispatch does something similar with a three-part series called “Can St. Louis Compete?”
The issues discussed are familiar and relevant to any struggling “Rust Belt” type of place, from Buffalo to Birmingham, and thus relevant more broadly.
Well, if you’re a newspaper, you do a major series laying out the issues and the case for change.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer did it some years ago with a massive effort called “A Quiet Crisis“.
And this week the St. Louis Post-Dispatch does something similar with a three-part series called “Can St. Louis Compete?”
The issues discussed are familiar and relevant to any struggling “Rust Belt” type of place, from Buffalo to Birmingham, and thus relevant more broadly.
http://www.urbanophile.com/2010/04/01/can-your-city-compete/
Development in Cities Outpaces 'Burbs
Mar 30, 2010 -- The New York Times
Development is occurring more rapidly in urban centers than in the suburbs, according to a new study from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Development is occurring more rapidly in urban centers than in the suburbs, according to a new study from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Good Scoop from the EDC of Central Illinois
Good Scoop from the EDC of Central Illinois
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City of Peoria Community Forums
State Sen. Dave Koehler, State Rep. Jehan Gordon and Peoria Mayor Jim Ardis have recently organized several community forums to address quality of life issues in the area. At the last meeting, the South Side of Peoria was selected as an area of the city for a community project. Project ideas were obtained from the community at Saturday’s forum, which the planning committee will finalize into a work plan for the next steps. In addition, a new project entitled “Celebrating Our Community” will celebrate families and individuals each quarter who make a difference in the community.
To nominate someone, visit the City of Peoria website at www.ci.peoria.il.us, and click on “Celebrating Our Community.” Nominations are due by April 20th.
To nominate someone, visit the City of Peoria website at www.ci.peoria.il.us, and click on “Celebrating Our Community.” Nominations are due by April 20th.
City of Aurora Economic Development
Economic Development
Mission Statement
To promote, attract, and retain commercial and industrial development in the City of Aurora. In doing so, serve to enhance the quality of life for Aurora citizens by creating quality jobs, increasing assessed valuation, and attracting property tax, sales tax, and other revenue generators to the community.
The City of Aurora, Illinois is located 40 miles west of Chicago, Illinois, and is currently the second largest city in the State of Illinois with an estimated population of 188,000. It has been one of the Midwest’s fastest growing cities for the past 10 years, and in 2008-ranked 74th by Money Magazine as one of the “Best Places To Live“ in the United States.
A diversified city with a balanced combination of industrial, high-technology, retail, service, and agricultural enterprise and cultural activity, Aurora is located in four counties: Kane, Kendall, Will and DuPage.
Aurora Economic Development Commission
43 W. Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL 60506
630-897-5500
43 W. Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL 60506
630-897-5500
David Dorgan, Downtown Development Consultant
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David Dorgan does a great job with the economic redevelopment of downtown Aurora Illinois. He also did an outstanding job with Elgin, Tinley Park, Richton Park, and Canton, Illinois. He is one of the most accomplished city managers and economic developers that I have worked with over the years.