May 1, 2022StrategicPlan
BoardKankakee-Iroquois Regional Planning Commission Economic Resilience Plan
The Economic Resilience Plan for the Kankakee-Iroquois Regional Planning Commission outlines an approach to prepare the region for economic disruptions and foster networks that advance long-term efforts. Key strategies include convening community and business leaders, identifying regional weaknesses, mitigating risks, and developing rapid response strategies. The plan focuses on advancing existing industries, improving infrastructure and quality-of-life amenities, and strengthening the regional workforce, with additional goals of increasing regional collaboration, attracting and retaining talent, developing small business programs, and improving housing stock.