Committees
Formation
The original six Mattoon in Motion committees were created directly from the 2017 Mattoon MAPPING Action Plan.
As we go through a MAPPING update in March of 2022, community members can expect for these committees to be updated as well as we reevaluate our goals and strategies to develop new projects.
If you would like to be a part of this process, please contact us at mattooninmotion@gmail.com
Workforce
The vision of the Workforce Committee:
Mattoon has a thriving workforce that meets the needs of area employers and residents/employees. A variety of innovative programs involving businesses and educational institutions have raised awareness of available jobs, needed skills, and business opportunities.
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Housing
The vision of the Housing Committee:
Mattoon has high-quality housing to meet the needs and budgets of families of all sizes and incomes including environmentally friendly and sustainable housing options.
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Sports Complex
The idea to develop what is being called the Lincoln Land of Sports Complex was started in May 2019 by local business leaders. The City of Mattoon’s long-term plans included the development of a similar idea; and Mattoon in Motion has the means to take it to the next level.
The Development will leverage the economic and social benefits of the growing sports tourism industry, which continues to expand rapidly – now accounting for $45.1 billion in spending in the United States according to a study conducted by the Sports Events and Tourism Association. This spending additionally generated $103.3 billion in direct, indirect, and induced business sales and generated more than 69-million hotel room nights.
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Youth Development
The vision of the Youth Committee:
Mattoon nurtures its young residents, encourages them to be actively involved in the community and offers them unique opportunities to explore who they are, develop their skills and discover their passion.
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Economy
The vision of the Robust Economy Committee:
Mattoon has a robust local economy due to its innovative business attraction and development plan which leverages infrastructure, offers progressive incentives, and develops industrial properties including infrastructure to attract businesses.
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Broadband
The vision of the Broadband Committee:
All homes and businesses throughout the city and rural areas of Mattoon have access to affordable, high-quality broadband. This broadband service will have a minimum speed of 100/20 Mbps service. Citywide access through the best means possible will ensure digital equity for all residents of Mattoon.
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