The Christian County Economic Development Corporation recently honored its retiring Executive Director Dick Adams, for his many years of service spurring economic development in the county.   Adams has announced his retirement effective August 31st.

Adams served multiple terms as mayor of the City of Taylorville, and under his leadership in the 1980's, Christian County landed a State of Illinois Correctional Center.

The City of Taylorville improved its services to its residents during his time as mayor, and in the 2003, the Christian County Economic Development Corporation was re-organized with Adams as its president.

Adams has always been passionate about attracting jobs to Christian County as an integral part of the county's future.  He's a former partner in a local real estate agency, and served stints at local businesses before being named CCEDC Executive Director in February 2022.

Adams plans on spending more time with his family.  

The Christian County Economic Development Corporation thanks Adams for his years of service to the residents of Taylorville and Christian County.