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© 2015 Craig Williams Creative, Inc., 4742 Holts Prairie Road, Post Office Box 306, Pinckneyville, IL 62274-0306, 618-357-8653. All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reproduced without the expressed written consent of the publisher.

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FOR INFORMATION Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce, 200 University Park Drive, Edwardsville IL 62025, Telephone 618-656-7600, Fax 618-656-7611, www.edglenchamber.com

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ABOUT This book is published by CommunityLink and distributed through the Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce. For advertising information or questions or comments about this book, contact CommunityLink at 800-455-5600 or by e-mail at info@CommunityLink.com.

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Edwardsville is generally acknowledged as the third-oldest city in Illinois. Due in part to a thriving Native American population, some of the first European settlers to forge across the Illinois prairies halted in this region. In 1805, South Carolina native Thomas Kirkpatrick constructed a two-room cabin on a bluff overlooking Cahokia Creek; a location within modern-day Edwardsville’s northern city limits. Word of the family homestead’s prosperity quickly spread back east, and by 1809 more settlers joined the Kirkpatricks to form a small village. Edwardsville was forever changed by the arrival of Benjamin Stephenson and Ninian Edwards from Kentucky. Edwards was appointed governor of the newly formed Illinois Territory in 1809, and served as governor of the state of Illinois from 1826 to 1830. He named the Kirkpatrick cabin as the first seat of justice for Madison County in 1812, and in return, Kirkpatrick named the town Edwardsville the following year. Stephenson achieved the rank of colonel during the War of 1812, going on to serve as a congressional representative for the Illinois Territory from 1816 to 1818. Both Stephenson and Edwards erected stately Federal brick homes in a portion of town referred to as Upper Edwardsville, and thanks to ambitious restoration efforts, Col. Stephenson’s house still stands. Referred to as the “Land of Goshen,” Edwardsville continued to prosper. The town was situated at the western end of a vital travel route cutting back across the state to Shawneetown on the Ohio River, which encouraged growth. By the time the Civil War ended, Edwardsville was a thriving town of nearly 2,000, featuring a courthouse, a local newspaper (The Intelligencer), beer breweries and a furniture factory. Around 1890, industrialist N.O. Nelson built a modern plumbing fixtures manufacturing facility, complete with a selection of new homes for his employees. He named the project “Leclaire” after a French profit-sharing pioneer. The E D WA R D S V I L L E / G L E N C A R B O N C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E

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150-acre complex sat just southeast of Edwardsville’s center. His factory was a model of efficiency, highlighted by exemplary working conditions. The Edwardsville Chamber of Commerce, an advocacy group for local business, was founded in 1924. With the country’s most revered highway, Route 66, flowing right through the heart of Edwardsville, the business community grew, as did the need for employees with a college education. So, in 1955, a group of concerned parents and business leaders from the Chamber of Commerce began a campaign to establish a public university in the Metro East. In 1957, Southern Illinois University opened two residence centers in Alton and East St. Louis. Groundbreaking for Southern Illinois University Edwardsville was held in 1963, and classes began on the new SIUE campus in 1965.

Glen Carbon Literally translated, Glen Carbon means “Valley of Coal,” and Glen Carbon’s history is inseparably linked with this black gold. Glen Carbon was the home of Madison County’s first pioneer settler. In 1801, Col. Samuel Judy, of Swiss lineage, settled on his military grant of 100 acres near the base of the bluffs. The area remained predominantly rural for most of the century, but the increasing importance of the coal mining industry after the Civil War set the stage for growth. Glen Carbon was positioned atop vast coal reserves. The Madison Coal Corporation operated two coal mines and a coal-washing facility south of Edwardsville, which drew an increasing population into these hills. In 1892, 76 residents petitioned the county court, and the Village of Glen Carbon was officially incorporated. Glen Carbon still honors its coal mining heritage with statues and parks throughout the town, but much of its current success is due to the opening of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus. By 1980, Glen Carbon’s population exploded, ballooning 174 percent.

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he Edwardsville/Glen Carbon area provides a high quality of life for its residents, which is probably why there are so many options available for people wishing to live in the area. “I’ve been a real estate agent in this area for 36 years, and I’ve seen consistently good resale value. Plus, we’re still moderately priced in comparison with some other areas,” said Bev George, of Bev George and Associates. The classic real estate maxim of “location, location, location” is a large part of the area’s appeal. George notes that 65 percent of residents of the

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Edwardsville/Glen Carbon area work in St. Louis. Whether heading across the river for work or play, residents enjoy easy proximity to major commuter routes such as I-270 and I-255. George also cites the outstanding educational opportunities as another of the region’s big draws. “The Edwardsville school district is one of the top-rated school districts in the state. We’ve had a lot of people relocating because they highlight and pick out the Edwardsville district because of its reputation — the sports and music and theater and foreign languages and all of the things that they have

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hris Martinussen, owner of Martinussen Electric Company, is a firm believer that America is still a land of opportunity for those with big dreams and the willingness to work hard. A native of Denmark, Martinussen completed a flooring apprenticeship after high school and later worked for a furniture company. In 1990 he learned about a work exchange program that would allow him to enhance his skills by working in the United States. “I had read a lot about America in school and had dreams of visiting someday, so the chance to participate in the work exchange program was pretty hard to pass up,” he said. The program took him to Los Angeles, and he worked on the West Coast for a month before traveling to St. Louis. A short time later his life took an unexpected turn when he met a young woman, Denise Sczepanski. Clearly smitten with his new love and not anxious to return to Denmark without her, Martinussen married Denise in 1991 and made a promise to her that they would achieve their dreams in America. E D WA R D S V I L L E / G L E N C A R B O N C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E

Feeling challenged by differences in the lifestyle and the way things were done in the job market here, he decided to expand his skills and applied for an apprenticeship program through the St. Louis International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1. After completing an 8,000-hour apprenticeship program he was certified as a journeyman wireman, which helped open the door to more opportunities for work in construction. Martinussen admits adjusting to life and work in America wasn’t easy, but he made the sacrifice of starting over to help ensure a better future for his family. Chris and Denise celebrated the birth of twins Andrew and Victoria in 1994, and Chris became a United States citizen in 1999. Denise is well-known in the community for her years spent as a math teacher for the Edwardsville school district, and Victoria and Andrew, now in college, helped found the Holiday Shores Youth Council, a youth organization focused on giving back to the community. Taking on a variety of jobs while working out of Local 1 for 17 years, Chris perfected his

“I’m happy to call Edwardsville home.” skills and gained valuable experience. Then his life took another unexpected twist when the downturn in the economy led to his being laid off. Unable to find work for the first time in his life, he decided to use the money he had managed to save over the years to open his own business. In 2010 his dream of opening his own business became a reality when Martinussen Electric Company began operations. Serving mostly residential customers, he emphasizes that no job is too big or too small. “We sell, service, and install heating and cooling equipment for homeowners,” Martinussen said. “We are proud to be a Kohler-authorized service dealer and offer installations of Kohler generator systems that provide power for homes in the event of a power outage.” Martinussen adds that his business can handle heating and cooling along with electrical work, a combination that puts his services very much in demand. Further, Martinussen is praised by customers for his fairness and straightforward demeanor. He tries hard to make sure clients understand the scope of each job, codes that must be adhered to, the cost the work will entail, and how long the project will take. “I am fortunate that since my business first opened my list of customers has kept growing,” Martinussen said. “About 98 percent of my new customers are referrals. “I focus on quality, not doing things fast and cheap,” he continued. “I use the best parts available and do the job the way I would want it done in my own home.” Martinussen’s dedication to quality has earned him a reputation as a contractor who can be counted on to complete jobs professionally and on time.

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The Chamber: Connecting Business and Government A supportive group of economic development agencies works actively both to attract business and to help it grow and prosper once it comes to the area. Leading the charge, the Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce advocates for issues that are important to businesses owners, sponsoring a government affairs committee that has encouraged productive relationships between chamber members and their elected officials since 2004. Through this committee, events like the Mayors’ Breakfast, Meet and Greet Your Elected Officials, and the Legislative Summit all serve to increase local government’s knowledge of the needs and wants of area businesses. Further, the chamber’s Prosperity Project has helped to

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idly, boasting the arrival of several new stores and businesses. A new Sam’s Club has opened, the Walmart has expanded, Jimmy Johns has a new location in Glen Carbon, and the Texas Roadhouse is now happy to call the village home. Village Administrator Jamie Bowden cites the convenience of the region’s interstate highways as a major draw for business. “There is redevelopment around Lowe’s. People like the area. We have two accesses off of 270, and we’re close to I-55 and I-170,” said Bowden. Within 20 minutes of St. Louis, Glen Carbon offers plenty of amenities of its own — many not usually found in smaller communities. “There are a lot of community services and amenities to attract people: housing options, a great workforce, outstanding police and fire protection, and a great school district,” Bowden noted. Bowden also cites the award-winning Madison County Transit (MCT), offering routes that not only connect riders to points within the two communities (including the university), but also connect to the MetroLink system, offering convenient public transport to St. Louis. Not only new residents, but new businesses will find a welcoming environment in Glen Carbon. “The village government is really approachable and I think easy access to a highway plus the additional services offered make it very attractive to business,” explained Bowden. “We also have a small business advisory board, through which we are trying to reach out to see if there are any issues with small businesses. The village of Glen

The city of Edwardsville also strives to make sure that businesses feel welcome and want to be a permanent part of the community. Part of this strategy includes providing businesses with the means and motivation to make their establishments more appealing, boosting both community pride and prosperity. With three tax increment financing (TIF) districts in the city, many businesses are able to improve the façades of their buildings. The TIF district on North Main Street has fostered many reconstruction projects, including new water lines, new sidewalks and new lighting, making the area lively and welcoming. Many national businesses are choosing a home in Edwardsville because of the city’s welcoming and helpful atmosphere. Edwardsville City Planner Scott Hansen says the city’s location in a major interstate corridor, as well as the economic incentives in place, have brought a variety of companies here. “Scott Credit Union is an excellent example of corporate headquarters locating in the I-55 area. Scott Credit Union took advantage of the enterprise zone incentive when locating their building out there. That building has been open about a year and half at this point,” Hansen said. “That is what we envision along that corridor — more regional and national headquarters. National brands including Hershey’s, Dial and Walgreens are just a few examples of what’s already in the Gateway Commerce Center.” More than just an economic plus, newcomers to the community are adding to the region’s recreational options. The new Edison’s Entertainment Complex provides fun for the entire family with bowling, laser tag, arcade games and refreshments. “My understanding is that they were named the number one new family entertainment complex in the U.S. for 2013,” Hansen noted.

SIUE Supports Small Businesses An excellent resource for small business owners is the Illinois Small Business Development Center at SIUE. “We are a federal- and state-funded organization sponsored by SIUE, serving a nine-county Metro East region,” said Patrick McKeehan, SBDC director. “We help entrepreneurs and small business owners throughout our region and consider Edwardsville/Glen Carbon a very thriving economy. There continues to be growth and

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The principal there actually drove my older tion for each child throughout the day, Class Dojo allows parents to keep a kids’ papers over to the middle schools for us — I mean, who does that?” watchful eye via a smart phone and is one of many tools the schools use to keep parents informed. “I already know in the morning if my son wasn’t walking a straight line in the hall. I can check it any time of the day and they’re updating,” Amanda said. “Any hour I can see if he’s had a great day or, ‘Uh-oh, not so good.’” For the family of James and Stacy Jesse, who moved back to Illinois from Georgia about six years ago, District 7 was highly recommended by family members. Stacy said that she also did some research, and beyond the district’s good reputation among local residents, she was impressed by the strong test scores of the district’s high school students compared to those in other districts. 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ABOUT SIUE Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has been shaping the future of our region since opening its doors to students in 1957. SIUE is the perfect combination of residential comfort and thriving urban culture, offering its nearly 14,000 students a wide variety of programs, degrees, opportunities and experiences. The University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts and sciences, nursing, education, business and engineering. The Schools of Dental Medicine and Pharmacy award doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first professional degrees in dental medicine (DMD) and in pharmacy (PharmD). The Schools of Nursing and Education award doctoral degrees in nursing practice (DNP) and educational leadership (EdD). Since 2006, SIUE has been working to complete a more than $300 million construction and infrastructure improvement plan, adding innovative state-of-the-art buildings and enhancing existing structures. Thousands of students, faculty and staff are enjoying the numerous finished additions to campus life, including the Science Building Complex, Art and Design Building expansion, Vadalabene Center Lukas Athletics Annex and the Engineering Building expansion.

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From the installation of a 120-foot wind turbine and 140 solar panels, to the maintenance of more than 17,500-square-feet of green roof space, SIUE is committed to sustainability. The Eco-House is an on-campus living option for students interested in sustainable living, conservation and community service. The 35-acre Gardens at SIUE and the 380-acre Nature Preserve are places where students and faculty take part in valuable research, lab projects and class assignments.

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JOIN US on campus Music, theater and dance: At SIUE, there’s no shortage of artistic flair. Every year, the University theaters host many musical performances and theater and dance productions. SIUE is home to 19 music ensemble groups and offers an experimental theater festival, Xfest, and Black Theater Workshop each spring. All performances are open to the public. For more information, visit siue.edu/artsandsciences/music or siue.edu/artsandsciences/theater or contact us at (618) 650-3900 (music), (618) 650-2774 (theater and dance).

Arts and Issues: For more than 28 years, SIUE has promoted artistic excellence through the Arts and Issues series with an eclectic blend of speakers and performers. From prolific writers like David Sedaris to modern dance companies like New Dance Horizons, Arts and Issues brings inspiring entertainment and enriching experiences to SIUE and the surrounding community. Learn more about coming attractions or purchase tickets online at siue.edu/artsandissues or contact us at (618) 650-5774.

Center for Spirituality and Sustainability: SIUE’s infamous geodesic dome, designed by former faculty member and worldrenowned architect R. Buckminster Fuller, the Center for Spirituality and Sustainability was built as a transparent replica of the Earth in 1971. The dome signifies SIUE’s commitment to embracing people of all faiths and responsible stewardship of the Earth. Available for many types of events, the Center for Spirituality and Sustainability is open year-round. To inquire about services or venue pricing, visit siue.edu/religion or contact us at (618) 650-3246. Lovejoy Library: One of the University’s original buildings, SIUE’s past and future intertwine under the roof of the Lovejoy Library. Home to the National Ragtime and Jazz archives, an immense collection of digital and electronic journals and books, nearly one million paper volumes and the latest technological resources for students and faculty, the library continues to uphold the highest standards of learning at SIUE. To contact an expert librarian or learn about borrowing privileges, visit siue.edu/lovejoylibrary or contact us at (618) 650-2730. Athletics: Here at SIUE, the cougar spirit of healthy competition is alive and thriving. SIUE competes as a member of the Ohio Valley Conference, the Missouri Valley Conference in men’s soccer and the Southern Conference in wrestling. Home to 16 varsity NCAA Division I sports for women and men, SIUE offers endless opportunities to view and engage in exciting athletic events. Join the fun by purchasing season tickets for your favorite cougar team. For ticket information or to purchase tickets, visit siuecougars.com or contact us at 1-855-SIUE-TIX.

Summer Classes: With more than 700 classes to choose from, summer session is a great way to lighten a spring or fall class load, make use of the 48-month tuition lock-in, and stay on track to graduate on time. Summer classes meet for five weeks or less, leaving plenty of time for summer fun. To view summer course schedules, visit siue.edu/summer or contact us at (618) 650-3705.

Lifelong Learning: Lifelong students will find a home in SIUE’s Office of Continuing Education. Think outside the box of a general degree education and consider taking classes such as ballroom dancing, gardening and basic Japanese. Off-campus credit and personal and professional development courses like ACT prep and planning for a career change are also available. To view course schedules, visit siue.edu/educationaloutreach or contact us at (618) 650-3210. Summer Camps: Learning and fun go hand-in-hand for kids six to 18 at SIUE’s many summer camp options. From art and dance to science to sports, there’s something for everyone. To view summer camp options, visit siue.edu/summercamps or contact us at (618) 650-3210. Summer Showbiz: Take in a summer show at SIUE’s Dunham Hall Theater. Showcasing the talent of University students as well as younger students and community members in productions like “The Sound of Music” and “Nunsense,” Summer Showbiz is a spectacle not to be missed. For information about shows and tickets, visit siue.edu/artsandsciences/theater or contact us at (618) 650-2774.

The Gardens: One of SIUE’s biggest points of pride, The Gardens at SIUE is a 35-acre botanical retreat open to the community year-round. Featuring protected naturally occurring forest areas, cultivated and carefully tended gardens, water features, and event spaces all ringed by exploration trails, this Missouri Botanical Garden Signature Garden is a beautiful place to find relaxation and rejuvenation. Help this community treasure continue to grow and thrive by becoming a Friend of The Gardens. For more information or to make a donation, visit siue.edu/gardens or contact us at (618) 650-3788. Trails: Explore the 2,660 beautiful acres of SIUE using the Madison County Transit Trails. The large network winds its way through Madison County and the SIUE campus. Maps are available and free campus parking is available in general, non-residence hall parking lots on weekends. For information on trails and campus parking, visit siue.edu/crec/trails.shtml or siue.edu/maps/tour/parking.shtml. Trail maps are available at the SIUE Student Fitness Center.

TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR SIUE AS AN IMPORTANT CULTURAL RESOURCE, JOIN A CAMPUS FRIEND GROUP: Friends of Art: (618) 650-3071 Friends of Music: (618) 650-3900 Friends of Theater and Dance: (618) 650-2773 Friends of the SIUE Center for Spirituality and Sustainability: (618) 650-3246 Friends of Lovejoy Library: (618) 650-2730 Friends of Golf: (618) 650-2871

Friends of Wrestling: (618) 650-2871 Cougar Basketball Booster Association: (618) 650-2871 Cougar Softball Booster Association: (618) 650-2871 Friends of The Gardens at SIUE: (618) 650-3070 The Meridian Society, an organization for women in philanthropy: (618) 650-3836

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WSIE-FM (88.7) The Jazz Station provides quality music, news, SIUE sports and student programming. The Riverfront Times recently named WSIE-FM (88.7) the Best Radio Station in St. Louis

ACADEMIC Excellence College of Arts and Sciences: Spanning many disciplines, the College of Arts and Sciences offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degrees. Students of the natural sciences, arts, humanities, social sciences and communications find quality education and broad exposure to diverse learning opportunities here.

School of Business: The School of Business offers an innovative business curriculum to help students develop the professional skills and knowledge required to excel in today’s world and the leadership skills future employers are seeking. SIUE’s MBA program is tailored to working professionals and has been named a “Best MBA Program” by the Princeton Review. School of Dental Medicine: Located in the historic town of Alton, Ill., thirty minutes from the main campus, the School of Dental Medicine is the only dental school within 250 miles of the St. Louis Metropolitan area. This competitive program pairs comprehensive education with clinical practice that includes rotations at the main clinic in Alton and the community clinic in East St. Louis, providing quality dental care to an underserved population. For more than forty years, SIUE has been producing top-tier dentists. School of Education: The School of Education prides itself on its

School of Pharmacy: The only pharmacy program in Southern Illinois, the SIUE School of Pharmacy is an innovative, award-winning program that trains quality professionals to meet the diverse pharmaceutical care needs of their communities and serve the profession of pharmacy through a balanced program of education, research, service and patient care. Students receive a high standard of education through team-based learning and leading-edge technology. Graduate School: Tailored to the needs of adult learners, the Graduate School offers masters and doctoral degrees, as well as graduate certificate options on a full- or part-time basis. With evening and weekend classes available, graduate students develop greater intellectual independence and analytical thinking in a supportive learning environment.

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success in preparing not only skilled Pre-K –12 classroom teachers and administrators, but also community health, exercise science, instructional technology, clinical psychology, and speech-language pathology professionals. School of Education students benefit from faculty well-versed in advanced research, development and innovative practices.

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School of Engineering: A newly renovated and expanded facility houses a dynamic program that trains students in the fields of engineering, computer science and construction management. SIUE offers top bachelor’s and master’s programs, as well as a cooperative PhD program through a partnership with SIU Carbondale. Recent years have shown increased demand to enroll in the School, rising academic qualifications for acceptance, and a nearly 100 percent placement of graduates, indicating the quality of the programs and the School. School of Nursing: A top program in the Metro East, the SIUE School of Nursing offers undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs including RN to BSN completion and a new doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program. A simulated learning lab and variety of clinical experiences prepare students to become leaders who drive patient care. The School of Nursing is committed to creating excellence in nursing leadership through innovative teaching, quality research, community service and compassionate care.

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UNIVERSITY PARK at SIUE Educated Employees. Innovative Businesses. Ideal Location. University Park at SIUE is a 330-acre mixed-use technology park located on the SIUE campus. The Park gives business and industry access to highly educated workers, faculty expertise and university amenities. The Park is currently home to more than 20 innovative businesses and research facilities including the Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Chamber of Commerce and the NCERC at SIUE Advanced Biofuels Research Center.

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In a 2010 Economic Impact Study, SIUE was credited with having a regional economic impact of nearly $500 million. SIUE invites you to grow your business and enhance your competitive advantage by joining the University Park Community. For more details visit siue.edu/universitypark or call 618-659-9300.

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Friday: It’s here! A busy weekend lies ahead. Each weekend in June offers some local fun, including Glen Carbon Homecoming, Edwardsville Rotary Criterium, and the Edwardsville Route 66 Festival. This weekend is the Route 66 featuring vintage cars, food and family fun as well as a 10k race and bike trail ride. But first it’s Friday night little league at Miner Park. Friday is capped off with a visit to Annie’s Frozen Custard.

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Township Park Offers the Perfect Playgrounds A tale of two civic organizations, 1,400 volunteers and one generous community.

dwardsville Township Community Park, commonly referred to as “Airplane Park” for the elevated Corsair II A-7E fighter plane marking the park’s entrance, has long been a popular gathering spot for Edwardsville and Glen Carbon residents. Township Park offers 27.45 acres of athletic fields, tennis courts, BBQ pavilions, one skating rink and now, two state-of-the-art community-funded playgrounds. In the fall of 2013, Edwardsville Rotarians proudly unveiled the culmination of two years’ worth of fundraising and volunteer efforts. More than 1,000 area residents volunteered their time over the course of seven days to do everything from painting screws to cutting lumber as they took part in the construction of a new playground at Township Park. The project, organized by the Edwardsville Rotary Club, was a repeat of history. Twentytwo years ago the community came together to help build Airplane Park’s first playground. But by 2011, this original wooden structure had deteriorated beyond repair and was removed by Edwardsville Rotary. Realizing the important

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value the playground holds in the community, Rotary volunteers immediately began planning to replace the playground exactly how the old one was constructed — in an old-fashioned, community, barn-raising kind of way. Representatives from Leathers & Associates, a playground design firm that also consulted on the original playground, traveled to Edwardsville where they, in coordination with Rotarian leadership, sought design input from local children. The final playground design was unveiled in October of 2012. The new design incorporated the children’s various ideas including a pirate ship, tunnels and a twisty slide. Those drawings came to life, executed with perfection by volunteers. Edwardsville Rotary Club is a civic organization dedicated to promoting the mission of “service above self.” This example of community support and initiative has come to be synonymous with the Edwardsville/Glen Carbon community, and the completion of the Rotary playground arrived on the heels of the Junior Service Club’s (JSC) boundless playground project, also located in Edwardsville Township Community Park.

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The boundless playground at Township Park is the first public playground of this kind in the St. Louis area. Playgrounds that meet boundless playground standards are sensory-rich, rigorous and challenging for everyone, in addition to featuring accommodations for children with physical, developmental, cognitive and sensory disabilities. The playground design is wheelchair accessible throughout, featuring double wide ramps to the tallest slides and towers, adapted swings and equipment, sensory stimulation activities and easily negotiable terrain. Children with and without disabilities can develop essential skills for life as they learn together through play. JSC’s boundless playground is the result of more than three years of work and a commendable fundraising effort by club members, raising $430,000 for the project. April 19, 2013 saw a task force of more than 400 volunteers and businesses participating in the construction to make the project a reality. This amazing and inclusive play space is a go-to destination in this community. The Junior Service Club of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon is a philanthropic, nonprofit organization comprised of women who are dedicated to making a difference in their community by enriching the lives of others. This example of community collaboration offers the residents of Edwardsville and Glen Carbon a destination state-of-theart recreational space at Township Park and is representative of the commitment to community.

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Citizen Park (South Main) • • • • Greenspace East (South Trace Road) • w Greenspace North (North Main Street) w,b Miner Park (194 South Main Street) • • • • • • • • Schon Park (156 Glen Carbon Road) • • • • • • • • w • Village Hall Park (151 North Main Street) • • • • •

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St. Louis, MO....................................... 25

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Springfield, IL...................................... 82

Vehicle............................................. 6.5%

Indianapolis, IN................................. 230

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Kansas City, MO............................... 260

Edwardsville............................. 7.0689%

Louisville, KY......................................261

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Chicago, IL........................................ 277

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Memphis, TN..................................... 309

State of Illinois................................ 5.0%

Cincinnati, OH................................... 336

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Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at SIUE..... 650-3851

City Clerk Office/General Information.....................692-7500

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Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles......................656-8956

Veterans Assistance....................................................296-4554

Illinois Department of Public Health.........................656-6680

Voter Registration ......................................................692-6290

Illinois Office of Secretary of State.................... 800-252-8980 Illinois State Attorney General........................... 800-243-0618

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Village of Glen Carbon

Gateway Regional Medical Center Urgent Care - Glen Carbon........288-2297

Emergency............................................................................ 911

Gateway Regional Medical Center - Granite City.................................798-3000 Poison Control Center......................................... 800-543-2022

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Madison County Transit (Bus Service)..........931-RIDE (7433)

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PREFERRED BUSINESS LISTINGS Please Support Our Chamber Members ACCOUNTANTS

CHURCHES Center Grove Presbyterian Church PCA 6279 Center Grove Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 656-9485 church@centergrove.org www.centergrove.org

Brown Smith Wallace 6 City Place Drive, Suite 900 St. Louis, MO 63141 (888) 279-2792.......................... fax (618) 654-4624 cfoster@bswllc.com

Brown Smith Wallace and Brown Smith Wallace Small Business Services provide strategic advice for businesses of all sizes. Our services include accounting and tax consulting, Quickbooks installation and training, audit services, risk services, and more.

Wenzel & Associates, Ltd. 105 West Vandalia Street, Suite 475B Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 692-9023.......................... fax (618) 692-9165 www.wenzelcpa.com

ADULT CARE/SENIOR LIVING University Nursing & Rehab Center 1095 University Drive Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 656-1081 www.universitynursingandrehab.com

ATTORNEYS

Presbyterian Church in America Sunday Worship, 9:30 a.m.; S.S. for all ages, 11 a.m.; Wed. Evening Bible Study/Prayer, 6:30 p.m.

COINS Marine Coin Company 155 North Duncan Street Marine, IL 62061 (618) 887-2008

COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES Answer Direct 15 Canty Lane Fairview Heights, IL 62208 (618) 397-9120.......................... fax (618) 397-0362 shani@answerdirectonline.com www.answerdirectonline.com

We are a 24-hour answering service and call center with live operators 365 days a year. We provide appointment scheduling, emergency dispatching, employee call-off reporting, property management, virtual office, event services, encrypted messaging and so much more. We can make or take calls for almost any reason!

ENGINEERING Thouvenot, Wade & Moerchen, Inc. 600 Country Club View, Suite 1 Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 656-4040 www.twm-inc.com

Bruckert, Gruenke & Long, P.C. 1002 East Wesley Drive, Suite 100 O’Fallon, IL 62269 (618) 624-4221.......................... fax (618) 624-1812 tib@bglattorneys.com www.bglattorneys.com

We offer a full range of legal services for businesses, including business formation, contract preparation and business litigation. Contact us for a consultation.

FURNITURE RENTAL & LEASING Aaron’s Sales & Leasing 1508 Troy Road Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 659-0493 c1454@aarons.com

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HOME HEALTH CARE SERVICES St. John’s Community Care 222 Goethe Avenue Collinsville, IL 62234 (618) 344-5008.......................... fax (618) 344-4969 www.stjohncc.org

Caring compassionately for aging and disabled people since 1985. We provide in-home care, serving Madison and St. Clair counties. Adult Day Program: 1015 Century Drive, Suite B University Pointe Center II Edwardsville, IL (618) 656-7090

INSURANCE MRCT Benefits Plus 230 South Bemiston, Suite 900 Clayton, MO 63105 (314) 727-5522.......................... fax (314) 727-5567 mmuckensturm@mrctbp.com

INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES Kellerman Investigations 60 South Main Street Glen Carbon, IL 62034 (618) 288-6662 kellermaninvestigations@gmail.com

LOANS & FINANCING World Finance Corporation 2713 North Center Street Maryville, IL 62062 (618) 288-4382.......................... fax (618) 288-4469

MAIL SERVICES & SHIPPING UPS Store 17 Junction Drive Glen Carbon, IL 62034 (618) 659-9259 store2710@theupsstore.com

PAYROLL SERVICES APEX Payroll P.O. Box 82 Sorento, IL 62086 (888) 503-6678 apex@availproserv.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

RESTAURANTS

NOTES Ooh La La Spa, Anti-Aging & Wellness 110 Cottonwood Road Glen Carbon, IL 62034 (618) 288-9117.......................... fax (618) 288-6906 dejacobs@oohlalawellness.com www.OohLaLaWellness.com

The Metro East’s premier medical spa; an all-inclusive destination for aesthetic medicine, laser treatments, health & wellness programs, chiropractic care, and day spa services.

REAL ESTATE AGENTS & MANAGERS

RE/MAX Preferred Partners 1 157 Center Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 655-1188.......................... fax (618) 655-1181 susanlanding@remax.net www.yourilhome.com

Your Home, Our Community…Whether you’re buying or selling, our agents at RE/ MAX Preferred Partners understand our clients’ exact needs and are the best at delivering customer satisfaction. That’s why no one sells more real estate than RE/MAX.

REAL ESTATE - TITLES Southern Illinois Real Estate Title Center 1012 Plummer Drive Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 692-6141 denise.wolff@siretc.com

Mike Shannon’s Grill Edwardsville, LLC 871 South Arbor Vitae Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 655-9911 garyvan19@me.com

Mike Shannon’s Grill is the upscale-casual eatery from the team behind St. Louis favorite Steakhouse. Located in Edwardsville, the restaurant serves comfort cuisine and offers a high-energy bar with 18 flat-screens including a 90” LCD.

ROOFING, SIDING & SHEET METAL WORK

ONEWAY Construction 440 West Pontoon Road Granite City, IL 62040 (618) 877-5933 bdouglas@onewayconstruction.net www.onewayconstructon.net

ONEWAY Construction is a faith-based, local, family-owned general contractor specializing in commercial and residential roofing and construction. Contact us for a free inspection of your home or business. IL LIC# 104015716

SPA / WELLNESS Studio GAIA, LLC 201 Hillsboro Avenue, Lower Level Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 779-5378 Sally Burgess, Owner

Studio Gaia is a holistic wellness studio offering several styles of yoga, Pilates, Nia, massage therapy, nutrition workshops and sampling sessions, yoga teacher training, Thermal Imaging Scans, and more. Unique offerings in a soothing and peaceful environment.

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