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The 31st Annual Chili Cook-off in downtown Belleville will be here before we know it! This event has become a favorite for local residents, in addition to drawing great crowds from out-of-town. Music, entertainment, refreshments and lots of chili are sure to draw thousands once again to the downtown area! Corporate sponsorship plays a key role in making this event possible, while providing you with a great opportunity to promote your business to thousands of new and existing customers. There are still two sponsorship levels open, Gold Event Sponsor and Silver Event Sponsor. Do not miss out on this opportunity call the Chamber today to secure your sponsorship.

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Thank you to our Members who took advantage of the opportunity to be a special event sponsor for the 31st Annual Chili Cook-off.


SPECIAL PARTNERSPlatinum: City of Belleville Memorial HospitalGold: St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Silver: Illinois American Water Company Bronze: Ameren AT&T Belleville News-Democrat Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.Friends: American Red Cross Associated Bank Auffenberg Belleville Commerce Bank Eckert’s Country Store and Farms Genco Construction Company Gonzalez Companies, LLC Grey Eagle Distributors Korte & Luithjohan Minton Outdoor Services Regions Bank Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard Scott Credit Union Sikorski Signs Southwestern Illinois College TerraSourceGlobal TheBANK of Edwardsville The ROHO Group U.S. Bank Waste ManagementAlliance: Abbott EMS Allsup, Inc Apartment Community of Our Lady of the

Snows Balke Brown Associates Bank of Belleville BMO Harris Bank BOS Metro East Banking Center Casino Queen Century Brass Works Chelar Tool and Die CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP Ehret Inc. Empire Comfort Systems FCB Bank First Bank Fischer’s Restaurant FKG Oil Company Four Fountains Convalescent Center Glen G. Greeno dba Ameri-Can Hilton Garden Inn & Regency Conference

Center Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP Holland Construction Services International Paper Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. Memorial & St. Elizabeth’s Cancer Treatment

Center McKendree University National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows North Bay Produce NovaChrome Prairie State Energy Campus Print Master Sam’s Club Schmitt Chevrolet Secure Data Technologies, Inc. Strano & Associates The Home Depot UMB Bank United Parcel Service Volkert, Inc. Walmart Willowcreek Rehab & Nursing Center Windoor Company Wirtz Beverage Group

AMBASSADORSShirley Bertelsmann, Retired MemberRebecca Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLCJustin Chapman, TheBANK of EdwardsvilleOlive DeRousse, Retired MemberBob Dintelmann, Landscape ConsultantRoseMarie Fitzgerald, Retired MemberMary Jo Foerste, Retired MemberCari Frick, Metro Lock and Security, Inc.Sharon Goff, Self-EmployedPatty Gregory, Art on the SquareMartha Halloway, St. Paul’s Home & Retirement ApartmentsDean Hardt, The City of BellevilleDennis F. Korte, Sr., Belleville Township Supervisor Joyce Laux, Belleville TownshipTracy McCollum, Standard Rule PromotionsMark Mueller, Mueller FurnitureAl Orelt, Warmer Witter Kreisler Gregov & AssociatesLisa Phillipson, Hospice of Southern IllinoisJoy Prigge, First National Bank of DieterichCharla Rebbe, Sharpline Marketing, LLCMary Reuter, Lindenwood UniversityLeslie Schmidt, Abbott EMS Loretta Stammer, Retired MemberAnne Thomure, Memorial HospitalJack Weck, Retired MemberSheri Welch, Independent Insurance Agent John Wunderlich, Belleville News-DemocratSharon Zika, Scott Credit Union

2014 Business After HoursAugust 7 Dutch Hollow Supplies

September 4 CSA Committee/ St. Paul’s Home & Retirement Apartments

October 9 St. Elizabeth’s Hospital

November 6 Commerce Bank

December 4 The City of Belleville

2014 Coffee Cup ConnectionAugust 12 Extra Help

September 9 Children First Foundation

October 14 FCB Bank

November 18 Veterans United Home Loans

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEAndy Bridgeman, PresidentBridgeman Insurance Agency

Tracy McCollum, President ElectStandard Rule Promotions

Bob Mueller, 1st Vice PresidentTheBANK of Edwardsville

Kevin Richter, TreasurerMathis, Marifian & Richter, LTD

Chris Eckert, Immediate Past PresidentEckert’s Inc.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSWayne Barber, BARBERMurphy GroupJared G. Beard, YMCA of Southwest IllinoisDr. Jerry Bladdick, Lindenwood University-BellevilleGeri Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLCLorraine Cavataio, Sandberg, Phoenix & von Gontard Keith Cook, Regions BankDr. Jeff Dosier, Belleville Township High School District 201 Mayor Mark Eckert, City of BellevilleMark Eichenlaub, Southwestern Illinois CollegeGrant Evitts, Illinois American WaterHarlan “Skip” Ferry, Commerce BankScott Givens, Civic MemberKurt Graebe, The ROHO GroupPat Hill, Allsup, Inc.Natalie Jablonski, St. Elizabeth’s HospitalMatt Klosterman, Belleville Public School District #118Mary C. Lamie, EFK Moen, LLC Joe Lanius, Memorial HospitalKevin Pesko, Bank of BellevilleJohn Reichert, In-Focus MarketingAmy Richter, Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc.Jay Tebbe, Belleville News-DemocratRusty Wagner, Oliver C. Joseph, Inc.Joseph Weissert, Ameren Illinois Roger Wigginton, Don Rodgers, Ltd.

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERSChairman Mark Kern, St. Clair CountyChristine Spargur, Scott Air Force Base

CHAMBER STAFFJohn Lengerman, Executive [email protected] Pfeil, Membership Development [email protected] Tucker, Office [email protected] Ernst, Marketing & Communications [email protected] Lindauer, Director, Belleville [email protected] Coons, Director, Belleville Main [email protected]

Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce216 East A Street, Belleville,IL 62220Phone: (618) 233-2015 Fax: (618) 233-2077www.bellevillechamber.org


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Chamber Welcomes Two New Board Members The Chamber is proud to introduce our newest Board Members, Mr. Jared Beard and Ms. Mary Lamie. Beard and Lamie will be a part of the Chamber’s 30 member Board of Directors.

Jared Beard is the interim President and CEO of the YMCA of Southwest Illinois; a non-profit organization that currently serves 35,000-40,000 members in a 7-county region of the St. Louis Metro East through 6 branches and 75 program sites. During his 15-year YMCA career, Mr. Beard has served in a variety of capacities including Program Director, Executive Director, Associate Vice President of Operations and CEO/President. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Iowa State University and his Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from Springfield College. He is deeply committed to strengthening our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. He is actively seeking collaborations and partnerships within the Metro East to bring about positive social change.

Mary C. Lamie, P.E., the Vice President of EFK Moen, LLC, is responsible for project management and business development for EFK Moen, LLC. Her engineering and project management experience includes a variety of transportation projects requiring extensive coordination with local, state and national

leaders. Lamie has over 22 years of experience with the IL Department of Transportation (IDOT), with the last 7 years as the Deputy Director of Highways Region Five Engineer. She also works with governmental agencies and the private industry developing and setting transportation priorities and funding strategies.

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Recent leadership Belleville graduates raised more than $2,500 to support the Belleville community. The money was divided between five organizations including: Belleville 200, September 11th Memorial Walkway of Southern Illinois, Friends of St. Elizabeth, Henry Raab School and Scott

Field Heritage Air Park. Belleville 200 was awarded $800 for the ongoing celebration of Belleville’s 200th anniversary. Belleville 200 will use the money for a monument and signage celebrating the 200th anniversary. Henry Raab School received $500 in donations. Henry Raab will be using their donated money to support the purchase of a canopy to provide coverage from the sun for students while they wait for the bus.

The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce honored 24 graduates of the Leadership Belleville Program this May. Leadership Belleville is a program designed to develop effective community leaders, expand networks with local business and civic leaders, as well as to bring awareness to important issues that are on going with local Belleville businesses.

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Thursday, August 2111:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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All Lunch & Learn seminars are FREE and open to all representatives of Chamber member businesses. Please bring your own lunch.

An RSVP is required as the classroom has a maximum capacity of participants. To RSVP call 618-233-2015 or RSVP online at www.bellevillechamber.org and go the Chamber calendar.

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Complimentary pastries and coffee will be provided. Also, enter for a chance to win an attendance prize! If you plan to attend, please RSVP online at www.bellevillechamber.org through the Chamber Calendar or call the Chamber at (618) 233-2015. Don’t miss this opportunity to network and learn more about other member businesses!

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Ribbon CuttingsSignal Hill Bike Trail

West Belleville

The Signal Hill Bike Trail celebrated its ribbon cutting on Wednesday, June 25. The 0.6 mile long trail starts at Signal Hill School on 95th Street and

follows the old RR right of way until it gets to Foley Drive. The project was funded through two rounds of Safe Routes to School grant. The first was for the trail and the second was to connect the adjoining neighborhoods

to the trail with sidewalks. One of the main goals for Belleville is to provide fitness opportunities by connecting neighborhoods to the trail system.

Celebrating a new business opening, anniversary or remodel?

Celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting. Contact Wendy Pfeil, Membership Director, for more

information. Email [email protected] or call the Chamber Office at (618) 233-2015.

Memorial Hospital Joint Replacement Center 4700 Memorial DriveBelleville, Illinois 62226

On Tuesday, July 8, Memorial Hospital and the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of The Joint Replacement Center. Formerly known as the 1 South nursing unit, The Joint Replacement Center at Memorial offers patients a dedicated area for physical therapy rehabilitation. The 30-bed unit began renovation in 2013 and was recently completed. For more information about orthopedics and the services offered at Memorial, visit www.ortho-neurocenter.com

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Belleville, IL 62220

The Chamber helped Belleville’s Wastewater Treatment Facility celebrate a recent completion of renovation with a ribbon cutting on

Wednesday, July 9. The center is designed to treat eight million gallons of domestic and industrial sewage on a daily average flow by treating combined wastewater with primary, secondary and tertiary treatment.

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Belleville District 201 high school juniors and seniors will be the latest group of local students to join the SWIC Running Start program this fall. This program allows qualified students to earn a high school diploma while simultaneously earning an associate degree from SWIC.

“Running Start provides an innovative alternative to the typical high school and college experiences for high-performing students,” says Belleville School District Superintendent Jeff Dosier, Ed.D. “In District 201, we look forward to watching our students take advantage of this alternative as they get a ‘running start’ on their college education.”

Running Start students: • attend existing college classes full time at a SWIC campus • can transfer to a four-year institution • may still participate in high school sports and other after-school programs • can join SWIC student clubs, organizations and activities

“The Running Start program offers a truly unique opportunity to high school students in the area,” says SWIC President Georgia Costello, Ph.D. “It was wonderful to watch our first class walk across the stage at this year’s Commencement, and we look forward to seeing even more students join the program as we expand this year.”

Participating schools for 2014-2015:• Belleville East* • Belleville West* • Cahokia*• Granite City • Marissa• Mascoutah• New Athens• O’Fallon*

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To request more information about SLU for Busy Adults or to submit an online application, visit busyadults.slu.edu, or call Deb Blanquart at 800.734.6736 or 618.239.9408.


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Chamber Member Update

ABBOTT EMS CELEBRATED NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES WEEK BY HONORING LOCAL HEROES Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics from across the St. Louis metropolitan area were honored by Abbott EMS on May 20th, 2014. A “Clinical Save” is defined as “If a heart can be restarted and continues to beat long enough to admit the patient to the hospital”, then it is called a “Clinical Save.” These awards represent a life of a loved one that was saved, or was extended to allow a patient’s family the opportunity to let their family member know that they will always be in their hearts.

Operations Manager Scott Tiepelman states “For EMTs and Paramedics, this is what it’s all about. To use the knowledge and skills learned as an EMT or Paramedic; to save someone is an honor that most people never get to experience.”

As part of this ceremony there was a special presentation called the “Bridge to Life” award. The Bridge to Life award honors hospitals, nursing facilities, fire fighters and police officers who support the life saving process. Belleville Memorial Hospital and St. Elizabeth’s Hospital were awarded the Bridge to Life award for continuing the life saving process after Abbott EMS arrived. Willow Creek Nursing Center was honored with three awards this year for having CPR started prior to calling 911.

“Everyone has to do their part and we want to recognize how important that is for the chain of survival. We are proud to be a partner in healthcare with these outstanding facilities” states Leslie Schmidt, Business DevelopmentMEMORIAL HOSPITAL ANNOUNCES NEW PATIENT PORTALMemorial Hospital will unveil its new MyMemorial Patient Portal, to all patients July 1, 2014. This web portal will empower patients and their families to take a more active role in their care by providing easy, secure access to their health information.

MyMemorial gives patients access to their health information, including laboratory and radiology results, medications, allergies, demographic information, visit history, discharge/aftercare information, and more. Patients also can access billing and account statements as well as submit electronic payments. In addition to handling their own care, parents and those with authorized consent will appreciate the ability to access the records of those individuals for whom they manage care.

MyMemorial allows patients to schedule and track their appointments online. Patients can request appointments for specific timeframes, add comments and contact preferences, and receive an email confirmation once an appointment is scheduled. A central appointment page displays scheduled and pending appointments. Patients then can review appointment details and if necessary, reschedule or cancel appointments. MyMemorial also saves patients time by allowing them to pre-register for appointments online and submit updates to their demographic and contact information prior to their visit.

Anyone interested in enrolling in MyMemorial should contact Medical Records at (618) 257-5300. Memorial Hospital encourages all of its patients to enroll in the MyMemorial Patient Portal.

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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS PRESENTED WITH $50,000 FROM AMEREN ILLINOIS

Barbara Cempura, president and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters Southwestern Illinois was presented with a $50,000 contribution to Big Brothers Big Sisters Illinois State Association from Ameren Illinois co-workers Richard Mark, president and CEO, Ron Pate, senior vice president, Operations and Technical Services and Big Brothers Big Sisters board member and Gussie Reed, director, Division V, and Big Brothers Big Sisters board member. The donation will help match children to a screened and trained adult mentor.



WHAT’S NEW WITH YOU??

OATES ASSOCIATES’ JEFF RENSING INSTALLED AS ISPE PRESIDENTOates Associates, a civil and structural engineering / architectural design firm, is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Rensing, PE, SE was recently installed as President for the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE) during the organization’s annual convention on July 11.

As President, Mr. Rensing is responsible for providing guidance to 21 local chapters, supporting legislative business issues, and promoting ISPE’s mission to enhance the engineering profession. This is a continuation of his previous efforts as state Vice President, which he served as for four years before being nominated to President Elect in 2013. He has been active in ISPE for over 15 years, holding leadership positions at the local St. Clair Chapter, serving on various committees, and participating in programs to promote the engineering profession to young students.

The Illinois Society of Professional Engineers represents over 2,500 engineers and has served their needs for over 125 years. Several employees at Oates are active in the organization, with many serving on various committees at the local Chapter and State level. Bruce Schopp, President of Oates Associates served as state President for ISPE from 2009-2010 and David Oates, Chairman of the Board was state President from 1992-1993. For more information, visit www.oatesassociates.com or call 618.345.2200.

OATES ASSOCIATES ADDS NEW JUNIOR ENGINEERSOates Associates, a civil and structural engineering / architectural design firm, welcomes Kermit (Ben) Christmann, Matt Fields, and Tyler Huffman as junior engineers.

Ben Christmann recently earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. He will begin his career at Oates supporting the firm’s structural group. Previously, Mr. Christmann worked in construction, completing various projects throughout Belleville.

Matt Fields graduated from the University of Kansas recently, earning his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. While working toward his degree, Mr. Fields interned at Metro. He will be involved with transportation projects, including roadways, streetscapes and trails.

Tyler Huffman will support the firm’s transportation group. While completing his engineering degree at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Mr. Huffman served as a Civil Engineering Intern for the City of O’Fallon, Illinois, the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District, and for a local consulting firm.

For more information, visit www.oatesassociates.com or call 618.345.2200.

TWM WELCOMES NEW EMPLOYEELocal engineering and surveying firm Thouvenot, Wade & Moerchen, Inc. (TWM) has hired Karzan Bahaaldin of St. Louis, MO, as an Engineering Designer in the firm’s Swansea, IL corporate office.

A newly licensed professional engineer, Mr. Bahaaldin has a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, with a focus on traffic engineering. Prior to his academic career at SIUE, Mr. Bahaaldin worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Iraq and as an engineering consultant.

TWM provides land surveying, civil and structural engineering design, construction observation and planning services to both private and public sector clients. With a total of five locations all in the Metro St. Louis area, the firm was named the 12th Largest Engineering Firm in the St. Louis Metropolitan area, and has been recognized as the largest engineering firm Southwestern Illinois.

ST. ELIZABETH’S TEACHING HOSPITAL HONORS RN RESIDENTS AT TRANSITION CEREMONY A Transition Ceremony and reception was recently held for seven Registered Nurses who completed St. Elizabeth’s Versant RN Residency Program. Residents and mentors for the program were noted and thanked for their dedication and commitment to offering high-quality care during the 18-week program. They also were commended for exhibiting the Core Values of Respect, Care, Competence and Joy.

Kayla Wuebbles, from PCU-CCU, was named Star Preceptor for her unwavering commitment and dedication to the RN Residents during the program. Other Star Preceptor nominees included: Kris Huckshold, Caitlyn Byer, Linda Archer, Michelle Williams and Lindsey Renk.

The Versant RN Residency is a comprehensive, evidence-based onboarding of new graduate nurses that helps them gain the experience, judgment, skills and confidence they need to navigate the complexity of a hospital health care setting. St. Elizabeth’s Hospital began this innovative and exciting program for new graduate Registered Nurses in July 2006, and it has successfully grown ever since with approximately 209 transitioning from the program since its inception. The Versant RN Residency was the first Residency of this type in the St. Louis Metropolitan area. “Qualified RN retention is a major goal of hospitals in general, and St. Elizabeth’s Hospital continues to be at the forefront with our RN Residency Program,” notes Busch.

Learn more about St. Elizabeth’s RN Residency Program at www.steliz.org/teachinghospital, or contact Sharon Busch at 618.234.2120, ext. 1098.


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MEMORIAL MEDICAL GROUP WELCOMES DR. NIRAJ SHAHMemorial Medical group is pleased to welcome Dr. Niraj Shah, a Family Medicine physician, to the medical staff. Dr. Shah is seeing patients at 1245 South Mill Street in Nashville, and will begin seeing patients at 203 East Belleville Street in Okawville in August.

Dr. Shah earned his medical degree from The Saint James School of Medicine in the Netherlands. Before he moved to the area, he practiced Family Medicine in Geneva, Illinois. To contact Dr. Shah, call (618) 327-8119.

Memorial Medical Group, a physician-directed, community-wide organization, is committed to improving the health of its patients. By delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and accessible healthcare to individuals in the Metro East, Memorial Medical Group strives to be your choice for full-spectrum healthcare. For more information about Memorial Medical Group, visit www.memorialmedicalgroup-llc.com.

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HOERNIS AUTO BODY ACHIEVES GOLD CLASS STATUS: THE COLLISION REPAIR INDUSTRY’S HIGHEST TRAINING RECOGNITION Hoernis Auto Body in Belleville today announced its achievement of Gold Class status, the industry standard for training that contributes to complete and safe repairs. Only 10 percent of collision repair businesses currently meet the rigorous training requirements necessary to earn the Gold Class designation.

Gold Class shops are required to have every technician involved in collision repair take training that is specific to their roles. They must continue with ongoing training each year for the business to maintain its Gold Class recognition, including classes in new technology.

The Gold Class designation is awarded by I-CAR, a not-for-profit training organization dedicated to improving the quality and safety of auto collision repair for the ultimate benefit of consumers. For more information about Hoernis Auto Body, call (618) 234-6538, find them on Facebook or visit http://www.hoernisautobody.com.

IMPACT STRATEGIES BEGINS CONSTRUCTION OF METRO EAST’S FIRST HOMEGOODS STORE NATIONAL RETAILER IS FIFTH TENANT TO LOCATE AT CITY’S NEW FAIRVIEW CITY CENTRE Construction-management firm IMPACT Strategies has begun constructing the building that will soon house the metro east’s first HomeGoods, a popular off-price home and fashion retailer with more than 400 stores nationwide. The store will be located at Fairview City Centre, a new multi-million dollar retail destination being developed by KIMCO Realty Corporation on Hwy 159 across from St. Clair Square. IMPACT Strategies was awarded a $2.4 million contract to build the HomeGoods store.

Since August 2013, IMPACT Strategies has built nearly 80,000-square-feet of new retail space as part of Fairview City Centre for retailers including Sports Authority, Petco, OfficeMax and Fresh Thyme Grocer. In phase I, IMPACT demolished the existing structure, which formerly housed a KMART and other retailers. In spring 2014, IMPACT began phase II of construction, which included building the shell for a Fresh Thyme grocery store and currently the space for the center’s fifth tenant, HomeGoods. Kimco Realty Corporation is actively marketing the remaining space.

Dan Gibson, vice president with the Dayton office of Kimco Realty Corporation, said, “We are excited with how smoothly this complex project has gone. Impact understands Kimco’s approach to redevelopment and they have shown they are more than capable of handling large-scale projects. We look forward to finishing Fairview City Centre and have confidence that Impact will finish the work just as well as they have done from day one.

Mark Hinrichs, president of IMPACT Strategies, said, “We are on track to complete the space for HomeGoods as planned so that the owners will have time to prepare the store for its opening later this year. Undoubtedly, HomeGoods will be another great addition to the impressive tenant offering already brought to this development by Kimco.”


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Chamber Member UpdateMEMORIAL FOUNDATION, INC. AND MISSISSIPPI VALLEY REGIONAL BLOOD CENTER ANNOUNCE WINNERS OF HIGH SCHOOL BLOOD CHALLENGEBelleville’s Memorial Foundation and Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center (MVRBC) announce the winners of the 2013-2014 High School Blood Challenge. With an overall total of 2,708 blood donations during the Challenge, students, with the support of their communities, have made a significant contribution to improving the lives of patients in our area hospitals. MVRBC is the provider of blood and components to Memorial Hospital, Touchette Regional Hospital, Gateway Regional Medical Center, Saint Anthony’s Health Center, St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Anderson Hospital, Des Peres Hospital, Capital Regional Medical Center and the hospitals of SSM Health Care in St. Louis.

The High School Blood Challenge encourages high school students, faculty, friends, relatives and community members to donate blood in recognition of the high school of their choice. Competing in three categories based on size, the high school in each category with the highest percentage of blood donations receives a $1,000 scholarship from Memorial Foundation to award to a graduating senior(s) to further his or her education. A total of 17 area high schools participated in the Challenge.

“Memorial Foundation is again very proud to partner with MVRBC and provide scholarships for the high school blood challenge in Southwest Illinois,” said Anne Thomure, Memorial Foundation’s executive director. “The caliber of the students receiving these scholarships is outstanding and we are very proud to support them in furthering their education.”

This year’s recipients of the Memorial Foundation scholarship are: Devon Blackmon from Governor French Academy, Noel Loepker and Kaitlyn Bollheimer from Central High School and Haley Gillam and Kasia Segida from Triad High School.

Governor French Academy placed first in the small school category with 49 donations. In the mid-size category, Central High School placed first with 153 donations. Triad High School placed first in the large school category with 342 donations. For more information on donating blood, or to schedule an appointment, contact Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center at (618) 659-0542 or visit www.bloodcenter.org.

OATES ASSOCIATES’ TIM VERHEYEN EARNS LEED DESIGNATIONTim Verheyen, PE, a project engineer at Oates Associates, earned the designation of LEED Green Associate (GA). As a LEED GA, Mr. Verheyen demonstrates an understanding of green building practices. He has implemented his knowledge of sustainable design through many projects that incorporated bioswales and permeable pavement. He has also provided site design for LEED Certified projects, including the LEED Silver, $52 million Science Building on the campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.



D.J. WEYMOUTH JOINS HOLLAND CONSTRUCTION SERVICESMike Marchal, president of Holland Construction Services (Holland), is pleased to announce Daniel (D.J.) Weymouth has joined the Holland team in the Pre-Construction department and will also be assisting as a Project Engineer.

Weymouth is a December 2013 civil engineering graduate from the University of Illinois. Most recently he worked as a Project Engineer on a large hospital remodel project in New York. In his new role with Holland, Weymouth will provide cost, constructability, and scheduling to clients. He will also help provide support to the project managers and jobsite superintendents.

For more information, visit Holland’s website at www.hollandcs.com.

DAVID MILLER NAMED PRESIDENT OF W.A. SCHICKEDANZ AGENCY, INC. BECOMES FOURTH GENERATION TO LEAD FAMILY-OWNED AGENCY W.A. Schickedanz Agency, Inc., today announced that David A. Miller, CPCU, CIW has been named president and chief executive officer of the 82-year-old certified managing general insurance agency (CMGA) headquartered in Belleville, Ill. Miller is a 16-year employee of the agency and held the position of executive vice president prior to being promoted to president by the agency’s senior management. He succeeds C. Jack Miller, agency president for the past 30 years, who will assume the non-executive position of Chairman. Miller becomes the fourth generation to lead the family business started by agency founder, Adam Schickedanz in 1931.

C. Jack Miller commented on the change in management, “David has earned the position he assumes today. As his principal mentor, I can say that he has met and, in most cases, exceeded the goals I have set for him. David will carry on the business philosophy that my father and grandfather taught me; that there is no substitute for quality. The agency has the utmost confidence in David to lead us into the future and maintain our position as one of the Midwest’s premier managing general agencies and excess surplus lines brokers.”

Concurrent with the promotion, Miller will assume the same position for the agency’s other related enterprises, including Interstate Risk Placement, Inc. of Ill. and Ark., a managing general agency located in Peoria, Ill.; and Gateway Premium Budget, Inc., a premium finance company also headquartered in Belleville, Ill.

HOLLAND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES COMPLETES RENOVATIONS AT THE HILLS GOLF CLUB AT MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY Holland Construction Services (Holland) recently completed renovations to the clubhouse kitchen at The Hills Golf Club at McKendree University in Lebanon, Illinois. This project follows renovations completed last year by Holland to the clubhouse which included deck repairs, exterior and interior painting, and new flooring. The recent work on the kitchen included demolition, concrete patching, installation of a new ADA compliant restroom, interior finish work, as well as improvements to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

“This renovated kitchen is an exciting addition,” said Mikal Guffey, Director of Golf at The Hills Golf Club at McKendree University. “Not only will it improve the experience for our membership, leagues, and other golfers but it is sure to become a destination for those who live, work, and travel through the Lebanon area. The diverse menu offers something for everyone. The chefs have been doing an excellent job; the feedback has been exciting to hear. Our play has increased considerably; a restaurant of this quality is yet another exciting improvement to what McKendree University is offering its friends and neighbors.”

This is the sixth project Holland has completed for McKendree University. For more information, visit Holland’s website at www.hollandcs.com.

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ST. ELIZABETH’S TEACHING HOSPITAL HONORS SLU FAMILY MEDICINE RESIDENCY GRADUATESA graduation ceremony was held on Friday, June 20 for 13 physicians in the Saint Louis University (SLU) Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. St. Elizabeth’s is privileged to serve as a teaching hospital for the SLU program that partners with Scott Air Force Base and Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation (SIHF).

Graduates were noted and thanked for their dedication and commitment to providing high-quality care to 10,438 patients during the three-year program. They also were commended for exhibiting the Core Values of Respect, Care, Competence and Joy. The 2014 graduates include: Alka Aggarwal, M.D.; Capt. Eva R. Chatman, M.D.; Capt. Erica L. Conrad, M.D.; Terrance L. Craion, M.D.; Capt. Daniel M. Dierfeldt, D.O.; Lt. Col. Carol J. Elnicky, M.D.; Capt. Margaret J. Garner, D.O.; Cameron C. Gilmore, M.D.; Capt. Kevan H. Long, M.D.; Capt. Brett A. Nance, D.O.; Kristina Raveendran, M.D.; Robert F. Schaefer, M.D.; Capt. Trevor S. Smith, D.O.

Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Shelly Harkins, presented Capt. Margaret Garner, D.O. with the 2014 Franciscan Spirit Award. The award recognizes a resident who truly lives the Mission of St. Francis and the Hospital Sisters, and best exemplifies the Core Values of St. Elizabeth’s: Respect, Care, Competence and Joy. Numerous nominations were collected from clinical staff and other colleagues who have worked with the residents during their residency to determine the recipient. To learn more about the Saint Louis University Family Medicine Residency program and other St. Elizabeth’s Teaching Hospital programs, visit http://www.steliz.org/teachinghospital.


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Chamber Member UpdateIMPACT STRATEGIES CONTROLLER TERESA WHITTAKER LEADS PRESENTATION AT NATIONAL ACCOUNTING CONFERENCE Teresa Whittaker, controller for Fairview Heights-based construction-management firm IMPACT Strategies, recently presented at the national conference for the Timberline Users Group (TUG) Sage 300 Construction and Real Estate and Sage Estimating in Grapevine, Tex. Whittaker was asked by the national organization to speak about IMPACT’s innovative use of the Construction Anywhere component of the Sage 300 accounting application. IMPACT Strategies is one of the first construction-management firms in the St. Louis area to use the system.

Sage 300 is a comprehensive business management solution designed to allow businesses to control costs and maximize profitability. Its Construction Anywhere feature enables IMPACT’s field superintendents to enter and code their time via their iPhones or laptops using the web-based application, therefore creating a paperless system that integrates seamlessly into the Timberline Accounting system and streamlining the process for payroll.

Construction Anywhere also provides a means for superintendents to take jobsite photos with their iPhones and upload the photos to the application. They can put notes with the photos and send them directly to their project managers versus emailing or downloading to a computer via a memory stick.

Whittaker says, “The Timberline system has proven to be an extremely useful tool for our accounting processes, but also in helping to streamline many other facets of our business. The company as a whole is benefiting from increased efficiencies and controlled costs.”

THE INVESTOR GROUP AT THEBANK NAMED TO JOURNAL’S TOP 10 LISTThe Investor Group at TheBANK of Edwardsville was recently named to the St. Louis Business Journal’s Top 10 Largest Trust Companies in the St. Louis area in the publication’s annual Book of Lists. For its Largest Trust Companies list, the Journal ranked companies by local personal trust assets under management including personal trust assets and accounts as well as foundations and endowment trusts. The Investor Group at TheBANK was ninth on the list – and the only Illinois-based company to make the top 10 – with nearly $702 million in local personal trust assets under management.

“It’s a tremendous honor to be named to the St. Louis Business Journal’s Top 10 Largest Trust Companies,” said Joann Barton, Senior Vice President of The Investor Group at TheBANK. “It’s truly a testament to the hard work and dedication our trust professionals show day in and day out.”

For more information about The Investor Group or TheBANK of Edwardsville, please visit www.4theinvestorgroup.com.


Monday, August 25Bunko Eckert’s (618) 233-0513eckerts.com

Friday, August 29Belleville 200 Night at the Ball ParkBusch Stadium(618) 233-1416

Saturday & Sunday, August 30 & 31St. Louis Antique ShowBelle-Clair Fairgrounds(618) 233-0052

Friday August 1- August 14“200 Years of History” ExhibitSchmidt Art Gallery(618) 222-5278Belleville200.com

Friday, August 1,8,15,22,29Free Fresh Farm Produce TastingsEckert’s (618) 233-0513eckerts.com

Saturday, August 2,9,16,23,30Belleville Old Town MarketCorner of 1st and West Main Street(618) 257-7022BellevilleMainStreet.net

Friday & Saturday Nights in August Free Summer Concert Eckert’s (618) 233-0513

What’s Happening in AugustSaturday, August 2Ladies Roller DerbyBelle-Clair Fairgrounds(618) 233-0052

Wednesday-Saturday, August 6-9St.Clair County Fair(618) 233-0052

Monday, August 11 Bunko Eckert’s (618) 233-0513eckerts.com

Tuesday, August 12An Evening On Baseball: The Heart of the GameKings House Retreat Center(618) 397-0584

Thursday, August 14 Wine ClassEckert’s (618) 233-0513

Thursday & Friday, August 14-15Two-Day Grant Writing Workshop Lindenwood University Belleville Campus(618) 239-6029

Friday, August 15 Silver Creek Car CruiseSilver Creek Saloon & Grill (618) 416-6337thesilvercreeksaloon.com

Saturday, August 16Rat Pack and More PerformanceLindenwood University Belleville Campus(844) 843-5969

Saturday & Sunday, August 17 & 18Flea MarketBelle-Clair Fairgrounds(618) 233-0052

Wednesday, August 20 Lunch & Learn Fall Garden ClassEckert’s (618) 233-0513eckerts.com

Thursday, August 21Downtown Diva NightDowntown Belleville(618) 233-2015BellevilleMainStreet.net

Thursday Thunder Bike Night Silver Creek Saloon & Grill (618) 416-6337thesilvercreeksaloon.com

Saturday, August 23Mothers & More East’s KIDS 2 KIDS RESALESWIC Intramural Gym - Belleville [email protected]

Saturday & Sunday, August 23 & 24 Honey Crisp WeekendEckert’s (618) 233-0513eckerts.com

Saturday- Monday, August 23-25 Gun & Knife ShowBelle-Clair Fairgrounds(618) 233-0052

We are constantly updating our Community Calendar. For an up to date list please visit www.bellevillechamber.org/communityevents

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2014 Chili Chase Registration Form

Name: Phone: Address: City/State/Zip:

E-mail address: Age (as of October 4, 2014):

Gender: M F Race Choice: 5K Pepper Dash T-Shirt Size: Adult: S M L XL XXL Youth: M L (T-Shirts for 5K Race Only)

Waiver of Liability: I understand that the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, the City of Belleville, their employees, and all other connected with this event are not liable for any injuries which I may suffer while taking part in this voluntary activity. I hereby waive and release any and all rights and claims I may have against the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, sponsors, or any personnel for injury I might suffer in this event or for loss or damage to my property. I acknowledge and freely accept the risk inherent with athletic competition. I also grant full permission for organizers to use photographs, videotape, or motion pictures of me, and/or quotations from me in legitimate accounts and promotions of this event. NO refunds available. T-shirts are not guaranteed for late registrants.

Signature: Date: Participants under 18 must have this form signed by a parent or legal guardian

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Please mail registration to: Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, "Chili Chase", 216 East A Street, Belleville, IL 62220. Make checks payable to “Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce”. Mailed registrations must be postmarked no later than September 14, 2014 to guarantee a shirt and early entry fee.

Chili Chase 5k Run/Walk & Kids Pepper Dash

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Commerce Leadership Class Scholarship Fund

Race Date/Time: Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 9 a.m.; Course Briefing at 8:45 a.m.

Location: Historic Downtown Belleville. Start will be at East Main & Church St.

Awards: Trophy to overall 1st place finisher, male and female. Medals to the Top 3 finishers male and female in each race: 13 & under, 14-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+. Each child participating in the Pepper Dash will receive a medal.

Registration Fee: Adults $20, Youth $15 (16 & under). Late Registration Fee: $25 after September 14, 2014; $30 day of race. Kids Pepper Dash $5 (13 &under)

T-Shirts: "Chili Chase" T-shirts and sizes are guaranteed for 5K registration ONLY and must be received by September 14, 2014. Timing System: Bib Chip Timing by Final Lap

Payment: Cash, Check, Credit Card (on-line)

Race Website: www.bellevillechili.com

Packet Pick-Up: Wednesday, October 1, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Associated Bank, 100 East Washington Street, Belleville, IL 62220. Morning of Race 7:15 a.m.-8:15 a.m. at East Main and Church Street.

Route Map: See website for route map

Cancellations: Event will run rain or shine! - NO REFUNDS Cayenne Pepper Sponsor:

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