Local government officials in Illinois will have the opportunity to gain valuable information about important issues without leaving the county, thanks to University of Illinois Extension programs.

Regionalism: An Approach to Economic Development

October 21, 2010
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

In the global marketplace that exists today, communities need to think and act regionally in recruiting and retaining businesses if they want their economy to thrive.  This session will look at how regionalism can be used as a tool for economic development, and provide examples of businesses that were recruited using the approach and/or assisted in expansion opportunities.

The programs will be offered from 3 to 5 p.m. at the University of Illinois Extension -Clark County office, located at 15493 N. Highway 1, Marshall.  There is a small fee of $5.00 per participant/per program.  Each program requires a minimum of 4 participants.  Please RSVP today!

"Extension has a long tradition of educating local officials.  Tele-Institute programs provide local officials an opportunity to gain access to experts on current issues without leaving their home county," said Jeri Marxman, Extension Specialist in Public Affairs and Public Policy Education.

Presenters for the program include university faculty, representatives of state and federal agencies, and community leaders with experience in the issues and challenges faced by local officials.

The Tele-Institute program also provides the opportunity for county officials to earn Certified County Official credit.  Each Tele-Institute qualifies for 2 hours of CCO credit.

To RSVP for the 10/21 program call the University of Illinois Extension -Clark County office at (217) 826-5422 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by Wednesday 10/21.

Future Tele-Institutes include:

Orientation for Newly Elected Officials – Part 1
December 2

Orientation for Newly Elected Officials – Part 2
December 16

Moving Forward with Census Data
January 20, 2011

Numb3rs:  Do Your Youth Count?
February 17

The CountDown on Families Begins
March 17

Count On Your Elder Community
April 21