Mississippi River Cities & Towns Initiative
Since 2012, Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative has been promoting economic and environmental security and stability along the Mississippi River Corridor.
OUR MISSION
There are 124 Mississippi River main stem cities and towns. These riparian population centers are soundly River-centric. MRCTI gives a common voice to those who depend most upon the River, and by virtue of doing so, spans political and economic interests.
The MRCTI builds the capacity of member mayors, empowering them with the tools and support to undertake effective local initiatives which attract green jobs, move towards sustainable economies and achieve local environmental protection goals.
Ultimately, MRCTI's work helps protect and restore the Mississippi River as a natural system that can support human culture and economies, as well as the River's unique ecosystem and wildlife.
Help Mississippi River Cities & Towns Prosper
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WHAT WE'VE ACHIEVED
A YEAR IN REVIEW
Formed the first bi-cameral Mississippi River Caucus alongside U.S. Congress
Established and Signed first-ever Memorandum of Common Purpose with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Continued Preserving and supporting the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Progam
Established the River’s first corridor-wide non-federal sustainable development fund
Assembled a partnership between 7 world trade centers and 18 community foundations.
Preserved SRFs above $2 billion for FY 2015
“Finally, the ecological health of the Mississippi River and its economic importance to the many people that make their living or seek their recreation is based on [establishing] a healthy river system.
— Congressman Ron Kind, Wisconsin's 3rd District
Meet Our Executive Board Member and Staff
Our team addresses matters of concerns including: River water quality and habitat restoration, State coordination around River management and improvement, more impactful water conservation measures, sustainable economies, and celebration of the River culture and history.
Corporate Advisory Board
Our partners are vital, and we accomplish so much together. Partnerships with local authorities, organizations, corporations and communities strengthen the whole of the Mississippi River Corridor. Join us as we strive towards a brighter tomorrow.
Upcoming Event
2020 9th Capitol Meeting, March 2-4, Washington DC
2020 9th Annual Meeting, September 14-16, Baton Rouge, LA
Meet Our Mayors
The Mayors of the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative, Organized by Northern to Southern Latitude (read left to right)