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NEW LENOX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

1 Veterans Parkway, Room 104 New Lenox, IL 60451 (815) 485-4241 www.newlenoxchamber.com

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CONTENT CONTRIBUTORS

Cover photo: Village of New Lenox

Inside photos: Danielle Ryan Photography, New Lenox Chamber of Commerce, Shaw Media

Articles: Melissa Rubalcaba Riske

The New Lenox Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and I are so proud to represent more than 350 area businesses, organizations, and community groups Since 1960, the Chamber has been committed to its mission of support, advocacy, and education for our members Providing our members with valuable opportunities and resources is the heart of our organization

The NLCC recognizes the importance of small business and believes it is the foundation for a strong community We work day after day to ensure that belief holds true here in New Lenox Helping businesses boost their exposure and navigate the everchanging marketplace all while maintaining and building their customer base, continues to be our focus

The NLCC strives to connect its members with the residents of the community We work tirelessly to unite our members with the community Their success is our success; it is the community’s success We want the businesses in New Lenox and the surrounding areas to flourish and succeed. Through chamber membership, we offer them unique opportunities to connect with other business owners, educational programs to help support their business, and opportunities to get their name out into the community

The NLCC works to be a resource for the community providing referrals, organizing community events, and working with the Village of New Lenox for multiple shop local promotions The people of New Lenox know they can count on the chamber to help

For more information about the Chamber, our members or any upcoming events/ programs, visit us online at www newlenoxchamber com and follow along with us on our social sites

• Facebook: www facebook com/ newlenoxchamber

• Instagram: @new_lenox_ chamber

• Twitter: @NewLenoxChamber

• Linked-In: www linkedin com/ company/new-lenox-chamberof-commerce

Sincerely,

EMILY JOHNSON CEO, New Lenox Chamber of Commerce

EXECUTIVE BOARD

THERESA BERKEY

President / VP Governance

Law Offices of Theresa A. Berkey

JON OSBORNE

VP Finance

Image 360

DANIELLE RYAN

VP Membership

Danielle Ryan Photography

TIFFANEE FOUTS

VP Programs

Cruise Planners – Principle Travel

MEMBERS AT LARGE

DAVE FAXEL

Nexthome Select Realty

LORA HEALY

The Herald News, Shaw Media

AMY MAHER

New Lenox Community Park District

ANDRZEJ NOSAL

IT Unified

SHERI TEMPLIN

Scott’s U-Save Tire & Auto Repair

DELYNN ZAMBON

Bella Fiori Flower Shop, Inc.

MARY ZASTRO

New Lenox School District 122

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS

NANCY DYE

Village of New Lenox

EMILY JOHNSON

CEO, New Lenox Chamber of Commerce

from Mayor Tim Baldermann

The Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees and I welcome you to explore all that our Village has to offer

New Lenox is a progressive, dynamic community� Our central location, with excellent access to both I-80 and I-355, make New Lenox a natural location for regional shopping, entertainment, and hospitality New Lenox is served by two Metra commuter rail stations for those who commute to downtown Chicago for employment or leisure

Additionally, Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital have made New Lenox a regional healthcare destination� Being one of the top hospitals in the country, Silver Cross boasts prestigious partnerships with the University of Chicago Cancer Treatment Center, Robert H & Ann Lurie Children’s Memorial Hospital Outpatient facility, and the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Located in Will County, one of the fastest growing counties in the state with a current population that has doubled in the last decade, totaling approximately 700,000 residents, New Lenox maintains strong demographics supported by:

• Highly ranked schools

• Ranked #2 in Will County and top 10 in the Chicago Metro area for new housing starts

• Median household income over $118,000

• Thirteen continuous years of property tax rebates to our residents

• Ranked one of the safest communities in Illinois

New Lenox has a strong history of volunteerism which has been reinforced as the community has grown Residents are continuously encouraged to take advantage of the many opportunities to get involved and give back�

In recognition of the strong community spirit in the Village, New Lenox has been awarded the Governor’s Hometown Award for volunteerism numerous times

Moreover, New Lenox was the ninth community in the US to receive “Safe Community” designation from the World Health Organization and the National Safety Council Having been re-accredited, New Lenox is the only municipality with the

“Safe Community” designation in Illinois

The Village Board has taken proactive measures to encourage new commerce and industry in New Lenox and has seen results along Route 30 by welcoming many new businesses to the area. The Board and I have also continued our progressive approach to addressing infrastructure needs, repairing roads and water/sewer lines to stay ahead of our population growth�

New Lenox is in the process of planning the construction of a new 12,000 square foot building to house the KidsWork Children’s Museum, as well as a sports complex off I-355 that will be able to host regional and multi-state tournaments

We stand prepared to assist you in whatever way you may need Please visit our website at www newlenox net to learn more about upcoming events and issues in New Lenox

TIM BALDERMANN Mayor of New Lenox