Posts by Doug Hessong

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side My appreciation for the building and construction trades By Angela Kay Larson, CEO, Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce I grew up in a 100-year-old farmhouse near Peoria, Illinois. My dad was an OG DIY-er, and my mom subscribed to Architectural Digest. He worked in…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side Seven reasons why you’re not using it but should be By Laura Pierce, Irontek Beloit For many remote workers, entrepreneurs, and freelancers, finding the right place to work can be a challenge. If you’re growing weary of the at-home distractions or the struggles of…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side Lessons from Stateline Youth for Christ’s new building project By Haddon Anderson, Stateline Youth For Christ A nonprofit’s approach to a construction project involves unique considerations. This year, our team at Stateline Youth For Christ began the construction of a new youth center on…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side Realtors, developers, and civic leaders discuss housing challenges in the region By Christine Hand, managing editor It’s no secret that the Rockford region is at a pivotal moment in housing and development. At a recent forum facilitated by the Region 1 Planning Council (R1),…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side Harlem High School’s construction program builds futures By Melissa Hagerman, Harlem High School Harlem High School recognizes that in today’s rapidly evolving job market, students need practical skills to prepare for their futures. To achieve this, Harlem allows high school students to pick a…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side For SBDC, every week is National Small Business Week Nate Jordan, Rock Valley College Small Business Development Center National Small Business Week (May 4-10) is an ideal time to celebrate the passion and resilience of the local entrepreneurs who help drive our regional economy…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side Making Rockford more accessible to residents and visitors By John Groh, GoRockford Driving through the city of Rockford right now, you will witness a dizzying amount of roadwork. That’s because investment in our infrastructure—starting with Rockford’s streets, sidewalks, sewers and water mains, bridges, and…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side Many businesses in our area quietly contribute to global industries, while maintaining strong local roots. One such company, Aqua-Aerobic Systems, has not only thrived in Rockford for five decades but is also playing a pivotal role in revolutionizing water treatment technology—locally, nationally, and internationally.…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side The newly formed Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce (GRCC) Government Affairs Committee is tasked with helping Chamber members get to know their local government and helping local officials—and the voting public—better understand the needs of the business community. Any individual or business concerned about…

GRCC Government Affairs Committee Supports TIF District on Rockford’s South side GRCC’s vision for the future is to “relentlessly grow, develop, and support a thriving business community.” In strategic planning terms, it’s a vision that’s aspirational, akin to the Lexus slogan touting “the relentless pursuit of perfection.” Both demonstrate a commitment to continuous progress toward…