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Causes: Economic Development, Urban & Community Economic Development
Mission: The greater sterling development corporation (gsdc) was created to coordinate and streamline economic development efforts in the city of sterling, whiteside county and the surrounding areas. Our efforts help to:* create success for the companies who do business in our area * enrich and strengthen our community * create employment opportunities for area residents
Programs: Incubator management - operate 50,000 sq ft industrial facility for the city of sterling, illinois. Recruit and assist start-up businesses, marketing and planning. Rent and maintain real estate for local businesses. Also provide loans to start-up businesses in conjunction with the city of sterling's revolving loan fund. The organization leases one of its buildings to various local non-profit organizations at no cost. The in-kind rent contribution is estimated to be $108,000 for the current year.