Welcome to DCEDC
Final Stages: Strategic Planning for DCEDC
Thoughtful information has been gathered
through Focus Groups and online survey responses so we are ready
to begin formulating our plan. To accomplish this, the DCEDC Board
will gather for a workshop facilitated by Dr. Bob Gleeson of the
NIU Center for Governmental Studies later this month.
The group will consider data on economic and social change in DeKalb
County as well as the input garnered in the various focus group
meetings. By the end of the session key strategic issues and specific
goals for DCEDC to address will be identified. These issues and
goals will be the foundation for our strategic plan. We remain on
target to complete this work by year's end.
Business Roundtable
Save The Date for the next DCEDC Business Roundtable scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, 2008 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport.
The topic is What's Up at the Airport . This will give attendees a chance to see a DeKalb County resource with significant impact on business, recreation and education.
To register for this event contact DCEDC at 815/895-2711 or Click Here.
Industrial Focus
This year’s Industrial Focus is slated for Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at the DeKalb County Farm Bureau. The role of the food processing industry as it relates to the DeKalb County economy will be highlighted. Sponsorship opportunities are available and include significant exposure prior to and at the event. For more information or to register as a sponsor Click Here.
DCEDC is a Public/Private Partnership Established in 1987
DCEDC is a public/private partnership working to facilitate sustainable and diversified economic growth within DeKalb County. Established in 1987, DCEDC is a county-wide economic development organization formed to capitalize on the strengths of the county and to be a catalyst for private and public leadership. It provides information and assistance, to industry, business and developers seeking to expand or locate in the county. It also advises county, city, village and town officials on development objectives and policies. For a promotional brochure on DCEDC, please Click Here
Efforts are particularly focused and targeted on attracting a more diverse, new or expanded industry to the county. Activities are carried out in a companion, cooperative and coordinating role with local chambers of commerce, economic development commissions, governments, education, utilities and private development interests. Throughout the year the DCEDC sponsors various events such as Business Roundtables, Industrial Focus Luncheons, the Economic Outlook Breakfast, and the Annual Dinner and Program. To find out more about these events, please Click Here
