Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco
The Rock Valley College Board of Trustees approved an increase in the budget for its new Belvidere campus amid opposition from several Rockford community leaders.
Opponents of the Belvidere location of Rock Valley College’s new Advanced Technology Center are calling on the Board of Trustees to postpone any budget increases until more studies can be done.
Patrick Murphy, a chairperson on the board, read a letter from Women’s March Rockford stating that the Belvidere location only contributes to inequity in the region.
“WMR respectfully asks for a comprehensive study on the cost savings of the Belvidere location inclusive of student transportation costs and increased build out costs,” said Murphy.