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Economic Development

If you are a current business owner, an entrepreneur, or a developer located in, or considering, Fulton County, Illinois for your business, the Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development is here to help.  

The Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development (SRPED) is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt non-profit organization dedicated to serving as a catalyst for economic and community development throughout Fulton County, Illinois. Our mission is to create community partnerships, business opportunities, and implement programs and projects that foster growth and development. SRPED is also focused on Marketing & Tourism in Fulton County, and is a partnering organization on several of the events throughout the year in Canton, IL and Fulton County.  We offer a variety of resources here at the Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development, and encourage you to reach out today!

In October 2024, SRPED joined forces with the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) to launch a year-long partnership to create a community revitalization strategy for the cities of Canton and Lewistown. This initiative aims to identify community strengths and address critical needs through a collaborative, data-driven approach. This assessment will serve as a key tool in securing grant funding to rehabilitate blighted and unsafe residential properties.

Your voice has an impact, please take the survey today!

Is your internet spotty? Do you struggle streaming, working or scrolling from your home or office?

Do you know for a fact your internet is the best it could be?

Within the survey is a link to run a test on your internet speeds. You can take the survey from multiple locations if you want to test various service spots.

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