The purpose of this report is to gather data about the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to commercial and residential growth in Alton, Illinois and to make informed recommendations for marketing the City of Alton. Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. SIUE Successful Communities Collaborative Contact Info University Faculty Contact […]
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The objective of the collaboration between Professor Laurie Giddens’ Structured Systems Design course (CMIS 470) and the City of Alton was to develop a mobile application to boost tourism and economic development. This project is within the purview of the Planning and Development department and builds on momentum gained following winning the Hulu Small Business […]
Alton, Illinois is seated in the heart of the United States on the Mississippi River. This modest city is rich with history, beautiful sights, as well as unique potential. Even though the population is on a slight decline, there are still plenty of opportunities for economic growth. Small business entrepreneurs can utilize mentoring, training, and […]
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A civil engineering class at SIUE completed three infrastructure projects in Alton that needed to be addressed. The first focused on the ramps on State Street. To be in accordance with the ADA, sidewalks and ramps must be accessible for all people. A team of students worked with a survey group to identify the ramps […]
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