The Tri-State Development Regional Report
news & updates
OCTOBER 2023 | Issue 11
Upcoming Events
OCTOBER
25 Rural Business & Ag Task Force Meeting, 2:00pm
HREDC, 3817 McMasters Ave
Hannibal, MO 63401
30 Childcare Task Force Meeting, 10:00am
Culver-Stockton College, IDEA Center Conference Room
30 Broadband Task Force Meeting, 1:30pm
Northeast Power, 3705 N Business 61, Palmyra, MO 63461
NOVEMBER
3 Intermodal Transportation Task Force Meeting, 2:00pm
Macomb City Hall, 232 East Jackson Street, Macomb, IL 61455
10 Health & Wellbeing Task Force Meeting, 10:00am
Blessing Hospital, 1005 Broadway St, Quincy, IL 62301
A Teams Meeting link will be provided prior to the meeting
23-24 Thanksgiving Holiday
Culver-Stockton College and Tri-State Development Offices closed.
Culver-Stockton College Wins NATIONAL AWARD
for Tri-State Development
Culver-Stockton College (C-SC) has been awarded the University Economic Development Association’s 2023 Engaged University Award of Excellence for the college’s Tri-State Development program.
C-SC’s Tri-State Development program, which supports the region through cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, and fostering initiatives between academic, organizational, and industrial entities, was awarded the honor during the UEDA Summit, Innovating for a Sustainable Future, held Oct. 8-10 in Salt Lake City, Utah. The program was a finalist for the award along with the University of Texas at Dallas and Virginia Tech University.
Photo (left to right): UEDA President Dominique Halaby, Associate Provost Georgia Southern University; Leslie Sieck, Vice President for Economic & Workforce Development at Culver-Stockton College; UEDA Board Member Jenny Mizutowicz, Director of Economic Development City of Richardson, Texas.
To receive direct communications about a specific Task Force including meeting reminders, summaries, published information, and more, please click here. You can learn more about each of the Tri-State Development Task Forces in this newsletter.
A big THANK YOU to everyone who attended the 2023 Tri-State Development Summit. The presentations, break-out sessions, connections, and conversations were energizing!

We are already looking forward to the 2024 Summit!
LINKS TO SUMMIT SLIDE DECKS AND PRESENTATIONS
We have had an overwhelming request to provide the slide decks prepared by the knowledgeable session presenters at the 2023 Tri-State Development Summit. We are grateful for the information and discussion that each session presenter provided.

Links to the presentation decks are provided below. If there is a presentation that you wish to revisit but do not see it among those listed, it is likely that the file was too large to embed. Please contact Leslie Sieck for additional assistance.

If you reference information in any of the presentations, please provide credit to those who created it.
2023 Tri-State Development Summit Photo Album
We are excited to announce that photos from the 2023 Tri-State Development Summit are now available! You can view the photos in our online Flickr album. The album features a wide range of images from the summit, capturing the excitement and energy of the event. Whether you attended the summit or simply want to see what you missed, we encourage you to check out the photos.
Tri-State Economic Development Workshop Available to Communities
Tri-State Development, in partnership with Northeast Power and with support from the Community Foundation Serving Westcentral Illinois and Northeast Missouri, is pleased to share that the Economic Development workshop offered at the Summit is now available for communities throughout the Tri-State region. This workshop provides an overview of topics, principles, and tools to help promote solutions to common issues while also developing innovative opportunities for growth. This workshop will be an invaluable resource for communities looking to stimulate conversation that leads to long-term economic development goals. To learn more about how this workshop can be offered in your community, please get in touch with Leslie Sieck at LSieck@culver.edu.
Get Involved: Tri-State Development Task Forces
As we kick off this Summit year, we invite you to participate in one or more of the action-focused Tri-State Development Task Forces. These working groups are comprised of stakeholders who are motivated to help advance positive economic growth in our region.

To be added to the direct communication list of one or more task forces, please click here.
Tri-State Development task forces provide stakeholders a path to achieving specific goals that drive economic growth in the region. These task forces are essential when addressing complex issues that require multi-layered solutions. By bringing together a diverse group of community members from 36-counties across 3 states, the task forces are equipped to develop innovative strategies that will benefit all our communities. Task forces meet quarterly, and outcomes of the task force meetings are shared through regular posting of discussion notes to promote transparency and collaboration. Join a Tri-State Development Task Force today and be a part of shaping the future of the region's economy!
Broadband Task Force
October 30, 2023 - 1:30pm
Northeast Power, 3705 N Business 61, Palmyra, MO 63461

Tri-State Development recognizes the critical need for broadband internet access in every corner of our rural counties. With the recent federal investment in broadband infrastructure, a task force has been formed to ensure that everyone is connected and has access to the economic opportunities and educational resources available through the internet. Rural counties have been left behind in terms of broadband access, and this task force is committed to closing the gap and expanding coverage in the entire tri-state area. By partnering with regional broadband providers, the task force aims to make broadband access more available, affordable, and accessible to all in the region. Broadband internet provides a significant step towards creating a more equitable and connected rural region that allows every person the ability to participate fully in our global economy as an employee, an entrepreneur, a student, and a consumer.
Childcare Task Force
October 30, 2023 - 10:00am
Culver-Stockton College, IDEA Center Conference Room

The shortage of available childcare slots in our region has become a pressing issue that requires immediate attention. With the decline in workforce participation rates and increasing levels of family poverty, the economic and social impact of this crisis cannot be ignored. Parents are struggling to balance work and family responsibilities, and the lack of affordable and quality childcare options is only exacerbating this problem. This task force will bring communities together to address this issue and find solutions that will support working families and promote economic growth. This task force will direct attention to the lack of available childcare workers, the barriers that exist to entering the industry, the impact on the workforce and unfilled positions, and the effects on quality of life.

Intermodal Transportation & River Task Force
November 3, 2023 - 2:00pm
Macomb City Hall, 232 East Jackson Street, Macomb, IL 61455

The Tri-State Development region boasts an abundance of transportation resources, making it an ideal location for industry growth. With four major highway corridors intersecting the region and the highest number of navigable river miles in the country, the potential for leveraging intermodal transportation assets to attract and retain industry is vast. The task force's focus is on maximizing the benefits of highways, rivers, air, and rail to support a strong foundation for economic growth in the region by serving the transportation needs of industry and communities.

Regional Health & Wellbeing Task Force
November 10, 2023 - 10:00am
Blessing Hospital, 1005 Broadway St, Quincy, IL 62301
A Teams Meeting link will be provided prior to the meeting

This task force will focus on identifying and addressing the challenges faced by healthcare systems in our region. As the most prominent industry sector in the area, it is imperative that our healthcare systems remain strong and viable. The task force will work to promote innovative solutions to healthcare gaps, address workforce shortages, share best practices among rural serving health organizations, and promote quality-of-life initiatives throughout the region.

Rural Business and Agriculture Task Force
October 25, 2023 - 2:00pm
HREDC, 3817 McMasters Ave, Hannibal, MO 63401

Our rural region is thriving with small businesses and startups that outpace the national average. To support this momentum, this task force has been established to identify opportunities for creating an ecosystem that fosters entrepreneurship and small businesses, highlight pathways for capital investment, and develops ways to support local agricultural contributions and innovation. The task force's focus on rural small businesses, agriculture, and innovation is a top priority as it drives our local economy and contributes to the success of our communities.
Please join us in thanking all of the community partners who support
Tri-State Development and the economic prosperity of our region.

Presenting sponsor:
and supported by:
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IMPACT PARTNERS
Hannibal Regional
Hutchison Engineering
Klingner & Associates
Mercantile Bank
Northeast Power
Mr. Ralph Oakley
Quincy University
Schmiedeskamp Robertson Neu & Mitchell LLP
Titan International
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Adams Fiber
Great River Health
Homebank
John Wood Community College
Mr. James Mentesti
Moberly Area Community College
Pike County Economic Development Corp.
Quincy Medical Group
Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials
SUSTAINING PARTNERS
Great River Economic Development Foundation
Liberty Utilities
MFA, Inc.
Michelmann Steel Construction Co.
Pike-Scott Farm Bureau
Strong Consulting
Catch up on the Tri-State Development Newsletters that you missed!
Tri-State Development at Culver-Stockton College supports the region by cultivating collaborative relationships, promoting interdisciplinary problem-solving, fostering the expansion of academic-organization-industry initiatives, and developing an environment for collective impact to address the current and emerging economic, and social challenges in the region.
Tri-State Development Summit at Culver-Stockton College | [culver.edu/tsd]
Leslie Sieck, Executive Director [lsieck@culver.edu]