Economic Opportunities

Mission: To reduce economic discrimination and promote equitable economic opportunities through education, social action, and collaboration with governmental, public, and private organizations.

(Economic discrimination, as defined in Wikipedia, “is discrimination based on economic factors. These factors can include job availability, wages, the prices and/or availability of goods and services, and the amount of capital investment funding available to minorities for business.”)

Goal #1

To collaborate and advocate with government, business, public and private organizations to monitor the development projects for recreational, entertainment, and for business use of the Rock River/Main Street area in Southwest Rockford until January 1, 2025.

Action Steps

Goal #2

Collaborate and advocate with interested organizations to determine whether a commitment can be made by April 2024, to establish a Community Development Financial Institution in Southwest Rockford.

Action Steps

How to Join

The Economic Opportunities Team meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6 pm. If you are interested in learning more about the team or would like to come to a meeting, contact Dick Rundall.

Email Dick Rundall