Growth Dimensions of Belvidere and Boone County, Inc. was activated May 2nd, 1982 as a 501C(6) public-private corporation for economic development. It was incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation and organized January 30th, 1979, by the City of Belvidere, Boone County and the Chamber of Commerce. Today, Growth Dimensions coordinates and manages the strategic initiative projects that are identified in the Belvidere-Boone County Economic Development Strategic Plan including: Business Retention, Expansion and Attraction Programs; The New Uses AgTech Initiative, Kishwaukee Riverfront Development, Transportation Initiative Project and more. The projects listed will greatly benefit the entire region and have already made significant strides in implementation. The organization works to market the area effectively to potential investors, and advocates cooperative efforts to address common concerns of the communities within the region. Growth Dimensions also serves as an advocate with developers to troubleshoot issues that might impact their development plans. The organization maintains close contact with state, city, village, and county officials and development staff regarding development codes, standards and incentives. Growth Dimensions is also the lead liaison for primary employers in Boone County, regarding public sector issues and the delivery of economic development services. Growth Dimensions also contractually administers the Belvidere - Boone County Enterprise Zone for the City of Belvidere and Boone County. Growth Dimensions has proven to be a regional partner representing Belvidere and Boone County to the region through participation with other regional organizations.