Whiteside County is drafting a Comprehensive Plan to guide development and positive change over the next 20 years. The general public is invited to attend two public meetings to discuss specific land use polices and economic development programs.
Questions about these meetings or the Comprehensive Plan should be directed to Betty Steinert, by mail to Whiteside County Economic Development, 200 E. Knox Street, Morrison, IL 61270, or by email to bsteinert@whiteside.org, or by phoning 815-772-5182.
The first meeting will be focused on policies regarding land use, development, and farmland preservation. We will discuss where development of all types should and should not occur in the County.
- Land Use Policy – Thursday, January 23, 2014: Odell Public Library, 307 S. Madison Street, Morrison, IL, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The second meeting will be focused on programs and initiatives to spur economic development and job creation in Whiteside County. The emphasis will be on coordinating and focusing efforts of existing economic development organizations and professionals, including Whiteside County staff.
- Economic Development Initiatives – Friday, January 24: Rock Falls City Council Chamber, 603 W. 10th Street, Rock Falls, IL, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.