Programs

  • Program 1 [2020]

    Oregon Caves Concession:The IVCRT and the U.S. Park Service agreed that the IVCRT would provide the essential services needed by the public at the National Monument and use it as an opportunity to provide job training and experience opportunities for local residents. In addition, it provides the IVCRT with opportunities to educate both visitors and residents about the history, culture, environment, heritage and aesthetics of the Illinois Valley area. This agreement, made at the behest of the National Park Service (NPS), provided an excellent way to avoid a disastrous situation for both the Monument and for the local businesses in the Valley, and instead turn it into an opportunity for both the Government and the community. An evaluation by the NPS awarded the IVCRT the highest possible rating. In addition to hiring all staff locally, this integration was accomplished by changing the souvenir shop to a Gift Gallery featuring local arts, crafts, books, and music and by featuring local products on the menu. One of the CRT's goals in taking on the concession was to better integrate the Caves, a key tourism destination attraction for the entire region, into the broader community. In an effort to promote area tourism, the CRT assumed management of the Illinois Valley Visitor Center on behalf of the NPS in June of 2006.The final term of the Concession contract between IVCRT with NPS ended Nov. 2018, when the Historic Chateau Lodge was closed in preparation for a 2 3 year Life and Safety renovation project. There will be a new concessioner when the Lodge reopens. As part of ending the contract, IVCRT will no longer manage the Visitor Center.
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2020 – Dec 31, 2020
    Source
    990
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    $447.4K

  • Program 2 [2020]

    RiverStars Performing ArtsHighly successful program of dance theater for grades 3 12 along with community members. Now in its 6th year, RiverStars is recognized statewide for its innovation in a rural area,
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2020 – Dec 31, 2020
    Source
    990
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    $41.3K

  • Program 3 [2020]

    Illinois River Forks State Park and Rough & Ready State Park Expansion of Disc Golf Course at IRF Forks State Park from 9 18 holes, plus wheel chair accessible pathways. Planning and agency approval for expansion of wheel chair accessible path at Rough & Ready Botanical Wayside. Both projects include Title II funds from BLM.
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    Dates
    Jan 1, 2020 – Dec 31, 2020
    Source
    990
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    $23.9K