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Department of Human Services plan.

Human Services plan as mandated in Public Act 79-1035.

DCEO programs & services guide.

In the fall of 2003, Governor Blagojevich unveiled Opportunity Returns, a regional economic development plan that is the most aggressive, comprehensive approach to creating jobs in Illinois' history. The Governor divided the state into 10 economic development regions -- finding areas with common economic strengths and needs, and is developing plans for each region that include specific actions to make these regions more accessible and more attractive to business. This grassroots effort is a product of significant outreach with economic development leaders, local elected officials and business and community leaders. Each Opportunity Returns economic development plan is designed to be flexible and effective and tailored to deliver real results that local businesses will see, feel, and hopefully profit from.

Illinois initiatives.

Description based on: Dec. 27, 1974; title from caption.

Illinois' report on workforce development.

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Opportunity Returns : Southern Region.

Opportunity Returns is Governor Blagojevich's comprehensive plan for restoring economic opportunity to Illinois -- an approach designed to create jobs and spur growth. This is a new approach to economic development in Illinois that focuses the state's resources on the specific strengths and needs of each region -- recognizing that local communities understand their strengths and needs the best. Ten regional plans have been developed to fit each of the regions. This plan outlines economic goals for the Southern region, which consists of Alexander, Edwards, Franklin, Gallatin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jackson, Jefferson, Johnson, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Saline, Union, Wabash, Wayne, White, and Williamson counties.

Opportunity Returns : Central Region.

Opportunity Returns is Governor Blagojevich's comprehensive strategy to restore jobs and economic vitality throughout Illinois. This new and innovative plan recognizes that we can't solve the challenges of economic development with a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, Opportunity Returns focuses on the specific strengths and needs of each region in the state. Opportunity Returns divides the state into ten geographic regions with each region receiving its own unique and tailored strategy. The plan outlines the economic development priorities for the Central region, which consists of Cass, Christian, Greene, Logan, Macon, Macoupin, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon, Scott, and Shelby Counties. Governor Blagojevich understands that no one knows a community better than the people who live and work in it. This plan is the result of extensive community input from business, community and government leaders throughout the Central region.

Opportunity Returns : East Central Region.

Opportunity Returns is Governor Blagojevich's comprehensive strategy to restore jobs and economic vitality throughout Illinois. This new and innovative plan recognizes that we can't solve the challenges of economic development with a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, Opportunity Returns focuses on the specific strengths and needs of each region in the state. Opportunity Returns divides the state into ten geographic regions with each region receiving its own unique and tailored strategy. This plan outlines the economic development priorities for the East Central region, which consists of Champaign, Douglas, Ford, Iroquois, Piatt, and Vermilion Counties. Governor Blagojevich understands that no one knows a community better than the people who live and work in it. This strategy is the result of extensive community input from business, community and government leaders throughout the East Central region.

Opportunity Returns : Southwest Region.

Opportunity Returns is Governor Blagojevich's comprehensive plan for restoring economic opportunity to Illinois -- an approach designed to create jobs and spur growth. This is a new approach to economic development in Illinois that focuses the state's resources on the specific strengths and needs of each region -- recognizing that local communities understand their needs the best. Ten regional plans will be developed to fit each of the regions. This plan outlines economic and workforce goals for the Southwest region, which consists of Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Jersey, Madison, Monroe, Randolph, St. Clair and Washington counties.

Opportunity Returns : West Central Region.

Opportunity Returns is Governor Blagojevich's comprehensive plan for restoring economic opportunity to Illinois -- an approach designed to create jobs and spur growth. This historic approach to economic development in Illinois focuses the state's resources on the specific strengths and priorities of each region -- recognizing that local communities understand their needs the best. Ten regional plans have been developed to fit each of the regions. This plan outlines economic and workplace goals for the West Central region, which is comprised of Adams, Brown, Hancock, Henderson, Knox, McDonough, Pike, Schuyler and Warren counties.

What is the Community Services Block Grant Program?

The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program was created by the federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1981. The CSBG Program provides a range of services which assist low-income people to attain the skills, knowledge and motivation necessary to achieve self-sufficiency. The program also may offer low-income people immediate life necessities such as food, shelter, medication, etc.

[Employment Opportunities Grant Program annual report to Governor Rod R. Blagojevich and the Illinois General Assembly].

Description based on: Nov. 12, 2008 ; title supplied by cataloger.

Food for freedom ... annual report on Public Law 480.

Transmitted to the Congress by the President of the United States.

Inquiry at the grassroots : an Inter-American Foundation fellowship reader /

Shipping list no.: 93-0575-P.

The African Development Foundation approach.

Mode of access: Internet.