What is Mercer County Better Together?
Mercer County Better Together (MCBT) is a 501c3 nonprofit community and economic development organization committed to improving the strength, sustainability and vibrancy of Mercer County, its communities, businesses and organizations through the alignment of resources and priorities.
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Project Tour Highlights Countywide Collaboration
MCBT Educates Illinois Leaders on Mercer County Needs, Priorities, Realities
Social Media Feedback Shaping Future of Downtown Viola
MCBT Cultivates Partnerships, Enables Investments in Year of Development, Growth and Impact
MCBT Efforts Enable $150,000 Investment into Mercer County Parks and Recreation Facilities
MCBT Joins Forces with Looser-Flake to Educate Residents, Share Benefits of Collaboration
Accomplishments of Countywide Efforts Set Stage for Action
Local Planning Process Results in Countywide Action Plan, New Organization
MCBT Moves to Action Prioritization Phase of Planning Process
Countywide Summit Educates Residents, Connects Communities
MCBT Seeks Feedback at Countywide Summit
Forum Series Concludes with Enthusiasm, Passion for Community
Public Forums Launch Grassroots Community Development
Trio of Forums Spark Discussions, Empower Residents
Sherrard Residents Empowered to Own Their Future
Mercer County Initiative Powers Forward with New Coordinator
Civic Engagement Forums Showcase Similarities, Embrace Community