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As Northwest Illinois’ regional planning organization, BHRC engages in community and economic development, natural resources conservation, and planning in Carroll, Jo Daviess, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, and Whiteside counties.  Located in the Driftless Area, its prairie foothills, and adjacent to the Mississippi River in the tri-state area, we seek to improve the quality of life for communities and individuals.

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BHRC was awarded $400,000 from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to support the region respond to and recover from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Board of Directors – November 23

The BHRC Board will meet remotely on November 23 at 6 p.m. For details, please contact our office.

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Board of Directors – September 28

BHRC’s next board meeting is scheduled for September 28th. It will begin at 6 pm and be held remotely via teleconference. An agenda is available here.

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Board of Directors – July 27

BHRC’s next board meeting is scheduled for July 27. It will begin at 6 pm and be held remotely via teleconference. An agenda is available here.

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Annual Meeting – June 22

BHRC’s annual meeting is scheduled for June 22. It will begin at 6 pm and be held remotely via teleconference. An agenda is available here. The spring summit, which usually accompanies the annual meeting, is cancelled for 2020.

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