What does it take to turn hope for a community's future into a plan for meaningful progress? For Mercer County, the answer began with listening to the people who call it home. Co-authored in collaboration with fellow consultants and community partners, Mercer County on the Rise to 2030 brought together research, stakeholder engagement, and community feedback to help shape a shared vision for the years ahead.

KLC Studio contributed to the research, writing, and development of the strategic plan, translating community aspirations into actionable priorities and strategies for the Mercer County Board to pursue through 2030. At its heart, the publication was about giving hope a direction, creating a roadmap rooted in the belief that Mercer County already had the people, ideas, and potential to build a stronger future.