The MRP 100 committee has as its mission a focus on the 1910-1913 construction of the Keokuk-Hamilton lock and dam and powerhouse. The committee’s two goals are educating the public and organizing a 100th anniversary celebration of the 1913 dedication.

FOCUS
I. 2013 Event Planning
          A. Major celebration June 29-30, 2013
          B. Marketing to U.S.
          C. Advertising / publicity
               1. To pique interest in 1910-1913 construction
                    a. Generate media feature articles
                    b. Presentation / slide show
               2. To generate anticipation of 2013 event
II. History
          A. Research
          B. Education
               1. How dam was built, importance of lock & dam, 100 years generating power
                    a. Generate media feature articles
                    b. Presentation / slide show
                    c. Traveling interactive exhibit in 2012
                              Iowa State Fair
                              Illinois State Fair
                              Ameren UE headquarters, St. Louis
                              Local fairs and events
                              Area schools
                    d. Technological development of New Media
                              Website
                              YouTube vignettes
                              Podcasts - iTunesU
                              Facebook page

III. Fundraising / finance
          A. Grant applications
          B. Community neighbor donors
          C. Industrial / business donors
          D. Salable items (e.g. calendars, medallions, postal cachets, etc.)