PORT BYRON, Ill. - State Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, joined officials from AT&T Monday to recognize the Tri-County Opportunities Council, a Rock Falls-based community service provider, and present a grant that will help the organization continue working to expand access to job training, educational opportunities and assistance for working families.
"The Tri-County Opportunities Council provides thousands of local families with resources to help them make ends meet during difficult times, and I'm thankful AT&T values their contributions to our community as much as I do," Smiddy said. "The governor's budget veto has threatened a number of important services, but we're fortunate that dedicated organizations like The Tri-County Opportunities Council are continuing to put the needs of local families first. This award is in recognition of the important role they play in our community."
The Tri-County Opportunities Council provides a number of services to families in Whiteside County, Carroll County and the surrounding area, including job training, home energy assistance and scholarships. AT&T and Rep. Smiddy selected Tri-Counties for the Investing in Illinois Award and presented the group with a $2,000 grant to recognize and continue their important work on behalf of local families.
