by Rebecca Motley | Aug 16, 2019 | Journal Standard
One of the Greater Freeport Partnership’s goals is to be the resource for business and community data. This monthly update will strive to provide some of this information. Employment data In June, unemployment in Freeport was 5.0%, up from 4.7% in May. Stephenson...
by Rebecca Motley | May 1, 2019 | Journal Standard
One of the most important hiring processes in our community is going on right now — that for the new Freeport School District 145 superintendent. Why would the Greater Freeport Partnership be interested in the school district leader — after all, isn’t the...
by Rebecca Motley | Feb 8, 2019 | Journal Standard
If one thinks of it at all, some people believe the term “economic development” is defined narrowly as bringing new business to the area. Of course, that is one element. In today’s world, though, I’d submit that business retention and growth is equally important....
by Rebecca Motley | Dec 17, 2018 | Journal Standard
Some like to talk about “the good old days” when Freeport had lots of manufacturers and downtown shops and prosperity. And, those days were in fact good. But we are here in almost-2019 and need to look to the future. And that is about hope. I’m new to town, but I’ve...
by Rebecca Motley | Sep 19, 2018 | Journal Standard
As I continue to make the speaking rounds, I’ve gathered a few frequently asked questions, and I’d like to supply some answers in this space. • Q: How much money is being given/donated by the city of Freeport and Stephenson County to the Greater Freeport Partnership?...
by Rebecca Motley | Aug 10, 2018 | Journal Standard
I’ve spent my first few articles talking about procedures and process for this new venture called the Greater Freeport Partnership. I now want to talk about fun! During these last few weeks of summer, the partnership staff and volunteers are working hard on several...
