Local Government & Leadership

Strong leaders shape healthy communities.

Our greatest resource is our people. Illinois communities need leaders who provide clear direction, inspire creative problem solving, and create safe environments to work, learn, and grow. We know this responsibility weighs heavily on community leaders, so let us share the load. Illinois Extension is helping leaders and communities tackle complicated challenges in creating resilient communities. 

Dig deeper into leadership

Local Government Education
Community Broadband Development
Local Government Education Webinars

How we can help communities like yours

Community Planning
Community needs can quickly change. Let us help you identify options and develop a plan.
Disaster Education and Preparedness
Working across the state in COAD development, we support county emergency management staff in terms of disaster response.
Economic Development
Identify strategies to create and retain local businesses and create a solid financial base to your community.

Connect with us

Carrie McKillip

Carrie McKillip

Community and Economic Development Educator
Serving Henderson, Knox, McDonough and Warren Counties
Keywords
Business Development
Business Retention and Expansion
Census
Civic Engagement
Community Development
Community Planning
Community Resiliency
Consumer Economics
Disaster Preparedness
Economic Development
EDEN Ready Business
Entrepreneurship
Local Government
Poverty
Resilience
Workforce Development
mckillip@illinois.edu
(309) 342-5108