Economic development requires private investments

Morris Herald-News By David Welter, former state representative and current member of the Grundy Economic Development Council The Illinois Commission on Government Forecasting and Accountability (CGFA) released a report in June of this year criticizing Illinois’ poor economic performance. This was based on economic growth, total nonfarm payroll employment, unemployment rate, and total personal income. This is…

Letter: Privately funded logistics park will bring economic development to the community

Shaw Local News Network By Wayne Chesson, former mayor village of Channahon As a lifelong resident and former mayor of Channahon, I caredeeplyabout the prosperity of our village. The population in Channahon has been growing steadily. With our prime location in the greater Chicagoland area, there has been a growing demand for better transportation options…