January 2015
MindsEye Receives Commitment to Community Award The Ambassador Club presented MindsEye - the Virtual Newsstand with the Commitment to Community Award on Thursday, December 4th. This award is presented quarterly to a Chamber member who demonstrates commitment to improving the quality of life for residents and/or businesses in the greater Belleville area.
MindsEye has been providing reading services for people who are blind or visually impaired in the St. Louis region since 1973. The station is broadcast from the grounds of The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows where it was founded with the help of Fr. Boniface Wittenbrink, OMI, Fr. Boni for short. In the 1970’s, a member of the Lions Club heard about a reading service being formed in Minnesota as an economical and efficient way to provide the visually impaired with readings of the daily newspaper. In his search to find a station who would provide like service, he came across The Shrine Oblates who assigned Fr. Boni to assist in starting the service with the Oblate owned radio station, WMRY-FM. Upon being assigned the project, Fr. Boni stated, “I don’t know anything about radios except how to turn one on and change the batteries and I sure don’t know anything about blind people except that they can’t see. But if you think I can help, I’ll do it.” Since its founding, MindsEye’s programming has grown and now informs and entertains more than 12,000 listeners throughout the community. The service provides listeners with reading of local and national publications, the local ads, recipes, reviews of local restaurants, local events, entertainment news, business news, health news and much more. More than half of MindsEye’s 132 hours of unique programming focuses on local news, information or entertainment. The station is able to continue to carry out its mission and provide this free service with more than 200 volunteers who provide service at MindsEye each year, carrying on the spirit of Fr. Boni. Most are not professional radio
John Lengerman, Janet Creath, Cari Frick, Marjorie Williams, Jason Frazier, Ken Kinsella broadcasters and, for some, their experience in reading does not extend past reading aloud to their children, but all have a passion for providing information. MindsEye’s programming is not only heard in the Belleville and St. Louis area, it’s also heard on many other reading services around the world as MindsEye provides over 50 hours of programming each week to other reading services through IAAIS Program Share. Listeners can choose to listen via a free radio receiver or online. Congratulations, MindsEye, for your continued service to both the local and worldwide community!
Ambassador Club Makes Donation to Local Schools The Ambassador Club embraced the giving season during their holiday luncheon through their donation of money and supplies to Franklin and Jefferson grade schools. Ambassador Sharon Goff presented the check and supplies, including pencils, crayons, notebooks, gloves, and more to Franklin principal, Jim Slater. The schools will distribute the supplies to students in need.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
SPECIAL PARTNERS
Tracy McCollum, President Standard Rule Promotions
Platinum:
City of Belleville Memorial Hospital
Bob Mueller, President Elect TheBANK of Edwardsville
Gold:
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 & Luitjohan 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 Management
Alliance:
Abbott EMS Allsup, Inc Apartment Community of Our Lady of the Snows 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
Kevin Richter, 1st Vice President Mathis, Marifian & Richter, LTD Dr. Jeff Dosier, Treasurer Belleville Township High School District #201 Andy Bridgeman, Immediate Past President Bridgeman Insurance Agency
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jared G. Beard, YMCA of Southwest Illinois Dr. Jerry Bladdick, Lindenwood University-Belleville Geri Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC Lorraine Cavataio, Sandberg, Phoenix & von Gontard Keith Cook, Regions Bank Dr. Jeff Dosier, Belleville Township High School District 201 Mayor Mark Eckert, City of Belleville Dr. Mark Eichenlaub, Southwestern Illinois College Grant Evitts, Illinois American Water Harlan “Skip” Ferry, Commerce Bank Scott Givens, Civic Member Kurt Graebe, The ROHO Group Pat Hill, Allsup, Inc. Natalie Jablonski, St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Jerril Jones, Center for Racial Harmony Matt Klosterman, Belleville Public School District #118 Mary C. Lamie, EFK Moen, LLC Mike McManus, Memorial Hospital Kevin Pesko, Bank of Belleville John Reichert, In-Focus Marketing Don Rigney, Empire Comfort Systems Jay Tebbe, Belleville News-Democrat Rusty Wagner, St. Paul UCC Joseph Weissert, Ameren Illinois Roger Wigginton, Don Rodgers, Ltd.
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Chairman Mark Kern, St. Clair County Christine Spargur, Scott Air Force Base
CHAMBER STAFF John Lengerman, Executive Director jlengerman@bellevillechamber.org Wendy Pfeil, Membership Development Director wpfeil@bellevillechamber.org
Abigail Ernst, Marketing & Communications Manager aernst@bellevillechamber.org
Beth Tucker, Office Manager btucker@bellevillechamber.org
Cathleen Lindauer, Director, Belleville Tourism clindauer@bellevillechamber.org Darrell Coons, Director, Belleville Main Street dcoons@belleville.net Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce 216 East A Street, Belleville,IL 62220 Phone: (618) 233-2015 Fax: (618) 233-2077 www.bellevillechamber.org
2014 Advertising Rates Business Card: $25 per mo. (3.5 x 2.3) 1/4 Page: $50 per mo. (3.5 x 4.8) 1/2 Page: $100 per mo. (7.3 x 4.8) Full Page: $200 per mo. (7.3 x 9.8) Newsletter Insert: $100 (8.5 x 11)
AMBASSADORS Shirley Bertelsmann, Retired Member Rebecca Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC Justin Chapman, TheBANK of Edwardsville Terri Dambacher, CompuType IT Solutions Olive DeRousse, Retired Member Bob Dintelmann, Landscape Consultant RoseMarie Fitzgerald, Retired Member Mary Jo Foerste, Retired Member Cari Frick, Metro Lock and Security, Inc. Mona Friederich, Bank of Belleville Sharon Goff, Self-Employed Patty Gregory, Art on the Square Martha Halloway, St. Paul’s Home & Retirement Apartments Dean Hardt, The City of Belleville Dennis F. Korte, Sr., Belleville Township Supervisor Joyce Laux, Belleville Township Tracy McCollum, Standard Rule Promotions Mark Mueller, Mueller Furniture Al Orelt, Warmer Witter Kreisler Gregov & Associates Lisa Phillipson, Hospice of Southern Illinois Joy Prigge, First National Bank of Dieterich Charla Rebbe, Sharpline Marketing, LLC Mary Reuter, Lindenwood University Leslie Schmidt, Abbott EMS Loretta Stammer, Retired Member Anne Thomure, Memorial Hospital Jack Weck, Retired Member Sheri Welch, Independent Insurance Agent Susan Wobbe, Altzheimer’s Association John Wunderlich, Belleville News-Democrat Sharon Zika, Scott Credit Union
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February 5
Education Committee
March 5
Illinois American Water
April 2
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The Chamber of Commerce
Ads and inserts must be received by the 15th of the month. If submitting an insert, 350 copies will also be needed for the mailing. Paper weight cannot exceed 24lb. Limited to space availability. Please email Abigail Ernst, aernst@ bellevillechamber.org or call (618) 233-2015 to reserve space. The Chamber Connection 2
to our members who renewed their investment with The Chamber in November...
Welcome
Bank of Belleville
Glass America
Bella Milano
Governor French Academy
Charter Media
Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC
Commercial Door & Hardware Service
Kiwanis Club of Belleville
Compu-Type IT Solutions
Louer’s Facility Planning, Inc.
DeFrates Picture Eye Gallery
Margaritas Mexican Restaurant
Don Rodgers, Ltd
Rising Star
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Sigman Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
EFK Moen, LLC Far Oaks Golf Club, LLC First National Bank of Dieterich Fischer’s Restaurant
St. Clair County Economic Development The Colonnade Walmart #201 Webster University - SAFB
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Leadership Belleville
Government Day
The 2014-2015 Leadership Belleville Class continued their ninemonth program with a day dedicated to government on Friday, December 19th. The class absorbed and reflected on the information they were presented with from individuals representing both local and state government. Water: Quality, care and The day included presentations value delivered in every drop. from the Mayor Mark Eckert; Honorable Laura K. Grandy; Sen. James Clayborne, Jr.; Mark Kern, Chairman, St. Clair County Board; and Herb Simmons, Director, Cencom 911. At the end of the day, the class broke into their Personal Enhancement Panels, where they continue to develop and reflect on their leadership journey. WE CARE ABOUT WATER. IT’S WHAT WE DO. (800) 422-2782 • www.illinoisamwater.com
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital is Proud to be Named One of the Nation’s
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ACCEPTING AWARD NOMINATIONS
Recipients to be Recognized at the Annual Dinner The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for three awards, The Business Excellence Award, Leadership Belleville Alumni Award and the newly created, Citizen of the Year Award. The Business Excellence Award is awarded to a chamber member who exemplifies commitment to innovation and creativity along with a proven track record of growth. The Leadership Belleville Alumni Award is awarded to a Leadership Belleville Alumni of more than 5 years who has made an impact through their service to the community and to the Chamber. The Citizen of the Year Award is a new award approved by the Board of Directors at their November meeting. The award will be given to a community member. The individual does not have to be a member of the Chamber to receive this award. This award will help the Chamber carry out its mission statement of, “Advancing Business. Supporting Community.” For nomination forms go to www.BellevilleChamber.org. Award recipients will be recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Dinner on Thursday, January 29, 2015. Deadline for nominations: January, 7 2015
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Monthly Coffee Cup Connections
Join us for the next Coffee Cup Connections sponsored by
The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce Tuesday, January 13
Next Lunch & Learn.. Can you spot ID Theft?
Presented By: Suzanne Phegley ATM/ Fraud Investigator, FCB Banks
Thursday, January 22
8:15 - 9:15 a.m.
11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Coffee Cup Connections will be held at: Club Exhilaration 1652 Lebanon Avenue Belleville, IL 62221
Lindenwood University - Belleville
8:15 a.m. - Networking 8:30 a.m. - Roundtable introductions, a short presentation, followed by additional networking. 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 out on this opportunity to learn more about one of your fellow Chamber members.
2600 West Main Street Room M205
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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618-233-6810 www.belleville.net On December 4th, the City of Belleville welcomed their fellow Chamber members for a special holiday Business After Hours. Guests enjoyed great food, and networking, beer from 4204 Main Street Brewing Co. and a surprise visit from Santa! On behalf of Mayor Mark Eckert, Ken Kinsella spoke wishing everyone a great holiday season and thanked the Chamber and our members for their support this past year during the City’s Bicentennial year. You can learn more about the City of Belleville by visiting,www.belleville.net. To see all the photos from Business After Hours, go to www.BellevilleChamber.org and click on “Photo Gallery”.
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Belleville District #118
Belleville District #118 proudly serves the majority of residents residing in the city of Belleville and encompasses twenty-seven and one half square miles. The enrollment is approximately 3900 students in pre-school through eighth grade.
Our district enjoys a strong heritage and tradition in providing quality education. Much acclaim has come to the district’s instructional program and to the excellence of the staff. In fact, the school district has been honored by the National Blue Ribbon School program and the Illinois State Board of Education’s Honor Roll Program. Dedication and a professional commitment to remain on the “cutting edge” of current learning theory are the priorities of the educators within the district. The combination of a conscientious Board of Education with great vision, a dedicated professional staff, and one of the most committed PTA organizations in the state of Illinois, has greatly contributed to Belleville District #118 attaining the reputation of being one of the most effective and efficient school districts in the state. Our District can boast of several outstanding accomplishment this past year, including: - Two school completing the Illinois State School of Character application process. - Union School was named Illinois “Do The Right Thing” School for 2014. - Contribued acts of service to honor Belleville’s 200th Anniversary. - Central Junior High School hosted the Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting. Media Club members interviewed Chamber Board members about their service, - Partnership with Operation Food Search to provide 150 backpacks of food for students to take home over the weekend. - Held our Annual Drive Away Hunger food drive for our local food pantries. We provided more than 12,000 items. -Partnered with SAFB in November by honoring the airmen with cards, gift cards, and invitations to our schools. - Completing our transition to the new Illinois Learning Standards (Common Core) and preparing for the first year of testing with the PARCC assessment. -Continuing to move forward with our technology plan by providing a promethean boards in every classroom and making available Chromebooks to each 4th through 8th grade student (2,700 total). - Continued strong performance by our students on State Tests. - Presented at the Illinois School Board Association Conference in Chicago in 2013 and 2014. - Hosted Leadership Belleville Committee from the Chamber of Commerce on Education Day.
OUR TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE - Identified by State Board of Education for a model instructional Program. - Illinois PTA “Outstanding PTA Council” Award -“Those Who Excel” in Education Awards - Outstanding Young Educator Awards - Emerson Excellence in Education awards - Initiated the Second Kindergarten Program in the U.S. - Golden Apple Awards for Teaching Excellence - Saturn Award for Board/Teacher Collaboration - National Blue Ribbon Schools Award - ISBE Academic Excellence Award - ISBE Spotlight Schools Award - ISBE Golden Spike Schools Award - National Schools of Character - Jefferson Elementary - Henry Raab - Illinois School of Character - Franklin Elementary, Henry Raab Elementary, West Junior High, Central Junior High - Strong Academic Performance - Partnerships with numerous Universities/Colleges - Educational Foundation
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Chamber Member Update BREAST HEALTH CENTER AT MEMORIAL IS FIRST IN AREA TO OFFER NEW 3-D MAMMOGRAPHY
The Breast Health Center at Memorial will begin providing 3-D mammography (breast tomosynthesis) this week for breast cancer screening. Memorial is the first hospital in the metro-east to offer this newest breast imaging modality. Breast tomosynthesis produces a three-dimensional view of the breast tissue that helps radiologists identify and characterize individual breast structures without the confusion of overlapping tissue. The Hologic system used by Memorial offers exceptionally sharp breast images and an advanced ergonomic design providing more patient comfort. “We believe breast tomosynthesis will benefit all screening and diagnostic mammography patients and is especially valuable for women receiving baseline screening, those who have dense breast tissue and/or women with a personal history of breast cancer,” said James Clanahan, M.D., medical director of The Breast Center at Memorial and general surgeon with Lincoln Surgical. The tomosynthesis screening experience is similar to a traditional mammogram. During a tomosynthesis exam, multiple, low-dose images of the breast are acquired at different angles. These images are then used to produce a series of onemillimeter thick slices that can be viewed as a 3D construction of the breast. By offering women the latest technology in mammography, The Breast Health Center at Memorial expects to increase the number of area women who will be routinely screened. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Statistics indicate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer sometime in her lifetime. The stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a women’s chance of survival; if detected early, the five-year survival rate is 98 percent. The Breast Health Center at Memorial is committed to providing the latest technology in the fight against breast cancer. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 618-257-5960.
HSHS ST. ELIZABETH’S TEACHING HOSPITAL HONORS RN RESIDENTS AT TRANSITION CEREMONY
A Transition Ceremony and reception was recently held for 16 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. Jackie Feldhake, from Rehab, and Marla Carpizo, from CCU, were named Star Preceptors for their unwavering commitment and dedication to the RN Residents during the program. Other Star Preceptor nominees included: Jamie Deem (PCU), Vicki Hamer (ED), Ashley Hundelt (MS), Christy Kristek (PCU), Angela Labadie (PCU), Megan Meidlinger (PCU), Cory Persons (MB), Lindsey Renk (OR), Kim Struckhoff (L&D) and Michelle Williams (PCU). During the program, St. Elizabeth’s Hospital President and CEO, Maryann Reese, noted that she began her career as an registered nurse and encouraged the residents to continue to learn, grow and have the courage to challenge themselves by “saying yes” when offered new opportunities during their nursing careers. “You never know where saying yes will take you. You may even have the opportunity to serve as a CEO one day.” RN Resident Geri Clark, from the ED, addressed the audience on behalf of the transitioning resident cohort and shared that all of her fellow residents enjoyed learning in St. Elizabeth’s supportive, compassionate environment and are looking forward to what the future holds for their nursing careers. “Our new graduates join the many past residents and our other dedicated nursing staff as qualified and independent professional RNs providing high-quality health care to our patients,” said Sharon Busch, RN Residency Manager. “In fact, many of our former RN Residents now serve in leadership roles and as mentors for the residency program today.” The Versant RN Residency is a comprehensive, evidence-based onboarding of new graduate nurses that helps them gain the experience, critical reasoning, 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 225 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,” shared Busch. Residents are hired as full-time colleagues and remain full-time on their unit after they successfully complete the program. Components of the curriculum include 75 percent of clinical time and 25 percent classroom time. Individual preceptor teams as well as individual mentors are assigned to each participant. This innovative, one-on-one attention prevents novice nurses from feeling overwhelmed in their first year of work. Debriefing and colleague support groups are also provided throughout the residency and during their first year at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, which helps residents to progress to high competence levels quickly, safely and efficiently. 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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LOCAL CHURCHES UPGRADE FACILITIES WITH HELP FROM IMPACT STRATEGIES
Construction-management firm IMPACT Strategies today announced it has completed two separate construction projects for First Baptist Church in Columbia, Ill., and Cornerstone Christian Church in Shiloh., Ill. In November 2013, IMPACT began constructing a new $3.9 million 31,000-square-foot building for First Baptist Church located at 1200 Valmeyer Road in Columbia, Ill. The company succeeded in preparing and grading the site’s groundwork, a densely covered forest that required a lot of tree removal and ground preparation, before the harsh winter weather set in. Construction moved forward as planned and completed on time this month. The new facility, designed by Quadrant Design, Inc., of Waterloo, has a 700-seat sanctuary and educational classrooms, providing the congregation the opportunity to worship and learn under one roof. Prior to having the new building, the congregation utilized a separate house on its property for its student ministry. Earlier this summer, IMPACT started an interior remodel project in collaboration with architect Mantel Teter of Kansas City, Mo., at Cornerstone Christian Church on Greenmount Road in Shiloh. The church remained operational during the remodel, which involved the demolition of 2,100 square feet of office space that was converted into a café. The new space features a concrete floor finished to resemble a wood plank floor, custom casework for a coffee bar, and a fireplace. As part of the renovations, a fire protection system was added to the building, including the addition of a new water service for the fire protection system. Another 16,700 square feet received upgraded finishes including carpet, vinyl plank floor, vinyl base paint, and a new integrated audio/ visual system. This project also wrapped up in September.
APEXNETWORK PHYSICAL THERAPY NOW OPEN IN BALLWIN, MO
ApexNetwork Physical Therapy is expanding! Our doors have opened in Ballwin, MO. The clinic is located at 884 Woods Mill Road, Ste. 200. ApexNetwork has 23 locations in Illinois including East Belleville, West Belleville, Bethalto, Breese, Chester, Collinsville, Edwardsville, Effingham, Freeburg, Gillespie, Glen Carbon, Godfrey, Granite City, Greenville, Highland, Litchfield, Maryville, Mt. Zion, O’Fallon, Smithton, Vandalia, Waterloo and Wood River. ApexNetwork also has 5 other Missouri clinics in Frontenac, Monett, Oakville, Springfield and University City. ApexNetwork Physical Therapy strives to provide the highest quality physical therapy and fitness services; assisting people of all ages and occupations to achieve their goals, perform at their highest level and excel in health and fitness. The Ballwin clinic is a full service therapy provider and will offer physical therapy, sports rehab, hand therapy and industrial rehab. Andrew O’Donnell, PT, DPT, OCS is the Clinic Manager. Andrew received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from St. Ambrose University. He has practiced exclusively in outpatient orthopedics with a focus on manual therapy. Andrew is 1 of only 111 Orthopedic Clinical Specialists in Missouri. While in college, Andrew was an athlete and he understands the drive and strong desire to be back on the field, court or rink for injured athletes. If you are a patient, employer, physician, case manager or insurance company, ApexNetwork invites you to stop by for a visit. For more information or to schedule an appointment in Ballwin please call 636-238-4910 or visit www.apexnetworkpt.com
A NIGHT OUT WITH THE BLUES - 126TH AIR REFUELING WING, SCOTT AFB, ILL.
Approximately 100 members of the 126th Air Refueling Wing, Scott Air Force Base, Ill., Illinois Air National Guard, attended the Nov. 11 Military Appreciation St. Louis Blues hockey game for free, thanks to the generosity of Scott Credit Union. Scott Credit Union made an exclusive donation of $2,500 to the 126th ARW, which allowed about 100 Wing members to attend the game for free. In addition to their free ticket, attendees also received a free regular soda and hot dog. “We realize the sacrifice that our service men and women make every day for all of us,” said Scott Credit Union President & CEO Frank Padak. “We were very happy to be able to give something back. This is just a small token of Scott Credit Union’s appreciation for what they do for us.” The entire game was set up for the military. The 126th ARW’s Honor Guard presented the colors before the game. “It was impressive to see members of the military recognized at the Blues game,” said SCU Community Relations Representative Carol Wylie. “What a tribute to them and their commitment to our freedom and safety. It was an honor to be there for the military appreciation night.” For details on opening accounts at Scott Credit Union, visit www.scu.org.
SENIOR ART COMPETITION LOOKING FOR ENTRIES
Don’t miss the chance to enter your piece of art in Life Experienced – A Senior Art Competition. Southwestern Illinois College and the St. Clair County Office on Aging are once again partnering with the Gateway East Artists’ Guild and Art on the Square for this unique art competition and exhibit. Artists 60 and older who reside in the SWIC district or are members of the GEAG are invited to showcase their artistic abilities and have a chance to win prize money. Selected entries will be displayed at an exhibit March 26-April 9, 2015 at the SWIC Belleville Campus. Categories for submission include: painting; drawing and prints; fine crafts; photography and digital art; and sculpture. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 13 and an entry fee of $10 is required for each artist, which allows up to two entries per artist. For more information or to get a copy of the application form, visit swic.edu/psop or call 618-234-4410, ext. 7044.
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Chamber Chamber Member Member Update Update HOSPICE OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS’ HOSPICE HOME IS CELEBRATING ZERO DEFICIENCIES
In November, Hospice of Southern Illinois’ Hospice Home, Relais Bonne Eau, received their annual inspection from the Illinois Department of Public Health. The Illinois Department of Public Health checks certifications, licenses, sanitation, and care provided. Hospice of Southern Illinois’ Hospice Home, Relais Bonne Eau, is proud to announce there were zero deficiencies found by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Developed and designed for individuals and their families needing end-of-life care, Relais Bonne Eau (pronounced relay-bone-o) is the first and only hospice home in southern Illinois. It is located in Edwardsville on 17 gorgeous acres. The home has 16 large rooms, a chapel, a community room, a family room, a dining room and many other amenities of a warm and inviting home. The home also has walking paths, fountains, gardens, and a beautiful pond. Relais Bonne Eau provides a very unique service, pet therapy programs, to help reduce stress and bring joy to the individuals at the home. Hospice of Southern Illinois is your community not-for-profit hospice program serving 27 counties in southern Illinois since 1981. Our commitment at Hospice of Southern Illinois is to be with our patients and their loved ones through the changing needs of the end-of-life process and the grief experience. For more information about Hospice of Southern Illinois or the Hospice Home, Relais Bonne Eau, visit our website, www.hospice.org.
DR. DOUGLAS DOTHAGER RECEIVES PHYSICIAN EXCELLENCE AWARD
Dr. Douglas Dothager received the 2014 Matthew B. Eisele, M.D. Physician Excellence Award, which was presented at Memorial Hospital’s Medical Staff Dinner on November 22. Previous recipients include Dr. James Vest, Dr. Jay Haines, Dr. R. Brad Ringhofer, Dr. James Clanahan, Dr. Stuart Mauch, Dr. Duk Kim and Dr. Omer Badahman. This award was established to recognize a physician on Memorial’s Medical Staff who exemplifies dedication to medicine, delivery of quality care and a commitment to the community. The nominee also should inspire others to provide quality service and a high level of care; demonstrate clinical excellence, as well as caring and compassionate communication to patients, families and hospital staff; model teamwork; be responsive to the needs of patients, families and staff; support Memorial as well as its mission and values; participate on hospital and/or medical staff departmental committees; and set a positive example for others. Dr. Dothager, a pulmonologist and Medical Director of the Sleep Disorders Center at Memorial, has been a member of Memorial’s Medical Staff for 18 years. He is a past president of Memorial’s Medical Staff and is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, critical care medicine and sleep medicine. In nominating Dr. Dothager, a peer described him as not only a coworker, but a friend, who consistently displays leadership and dedication. In his nomination, Dothager was described as a knowledgeable physician who makes each patient and family member feel like he is their equal and that they are his priority. In addition to Dr. Dothager, nominees included: Dr. Kashif Bhutto, Dr. Charles Auer, Dr. Benfar Dianti, Dr. Hans Moosa, Dr. Adrian Barcus, Dr. Mohammad Vakassi, Dr. Prasad Kandula, Dr. Hatim Mahmood, Dr. Kevin Baumer and Dr. E. Stephen Bolesta. The Matthew B. Eisele, M.D. Physician Excellence Award is named for Memorial’s first medical director. Prior to serving as Memorial’s medical director, Dr. Eisele was an obstetrician/gynecologist in the community for 22 years. He was instrumental in shaping the Medical Director’s role into the key position it is today - a liaison between the board of directors, medical staff and administration.
IMPACT STRATEGIES STARTS CONSTRUCTION ON COTTAGES AT CATHEDRAL SQUARE IN BELLEVILLE
Construction-management firm IMPACT Strategies today announced that construction has recently begun on the long anticipated senior living community, Cottages at Cathedral Square in Belleville, Illinois. The $6+ million, 32-unit residential community is bordered by South First Street, South Second Street, West Harrison Street, and West Garfield Street. Numerous homes were previously removed on this site along with a former pants factory that was demolished earlier this year in preparation for the new development. Cottages Limited Partnership of Chicago is developing the property, the plans for which were initially conceived by leaders of Cathedral parish. Cottages at Cathedral Square will have five buildings totaling more than 31,000 square feet. The community’s exterior, designed by EWR Associates of Fairview Heights, will reflect the old-school charm of Belleville yester-year. The property neighbors St. Peter’s Cathedral and the McCormik Center, and is just two blocks from the St. Clair County Courthouse. Cottages at Cathedral Square is expected to serve as a strong anchor to help revitalize the neighborhoods around St. Peter’s Cathedral. Scott Manning, project manager for IMPACT Strategies, said, “Now that demolition and site work have been completed, we’re able to start constructing the framework for the buildings. If the weather cooperates, we hope to get a number of buildings weather tight before the harsh winter weather sets in, which will allow us to continue work on the building interiors.” Construction on the Cottages at Cathedral Square is expected to be complete by September 2015. The project is one of several multi-housing and senior living projects built by IMPACT Strategies throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan area, including Cedarhurst of Edwardsville; Cedarhurst of Shiloh; Amy’s Crossing in Alton; Hospice of Southern Illinois Residence Center in Edwardsville, and Enclave West student housing community also in Edwardsville.
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Chamber Member Update CLAYBORNE, SABO AND WAGNER LLP ADDS NEW ATTORNEYS TO HANDLE ITS EXPANDING PRACTICE.
John Mark Hongs has joined the Firm as a partner. Mr. Hongs was previously a partner in the St. Louis office of a national law firm. He maintains a real estate and corporate transactional practice in which he routinely represents clients from Fortune 100 Companies to small local businesses, banks and financial institutions, closely-held entities and high net-worth individuals. Mr. Hongs served as the President of the Missouri Asian American Bar Association in 2014. Tameeka Purchase has joined the Firm as an associate attorney in its municipal and school law practice. Ms. Purchase graduated from Drake University Law School. She previously served as an Assistant Illinois Attorney General and as an Assistant States Attorney in St. Clair County. Ms. Purchase will handle corporate counsel and litigation responsibilities for the Firm’s governmental clients. Theresa Breslin has joined the Firm as an associate attorney in its litigation practice. Mrs. Breslin graduated summa cum laude from the University of Miami Law School. She has held law clerk and internship positions with the U.S. Justice Department in Washington D.C., the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida and with the Chief Magistrate Judge for the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. She has worked as an appellate attorney since obtaining her law license. Justin C. Moore has joined the Firm as an associate attorney in its litigation practice. Mr. Moore is a graduate of St. Louis University Law School. While in law school he was a judicial extern to U.S. District Court Judge William D. Stiehl. Mr. Moore has experience in civil litigation. After decades of representing business clients for a national law firm, the partners of Clayborne, Sabo and Wagner LLP started the firm in 2013 with the mission of providing their same premium quality legal services, but with the cost efficiency and responsiveness of a small firm. Clayborne, Sabo and Wagner LLP’s attorneys have a diverse range of legal experience addressing virtually every legal need of their business and local governmental clients in Missouri and Illinois. Clayborne, Sabo and Wagner LLP is also unique in that it is the only certified minority owned law firm with a business law practice in St. Louis and Southern Illinois.
HSHS ST. ELIZABETH’S HOSPITAL RECEIVES ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY ACCREDITATION - NEW ACCREDITATION SERVES AS “SEAL OF APPROVAL” FOR HIGH-QUALITY CARE
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital has recently been granted a three-year term of accreditation in Echocardiography in the areas of Adult Transthoracic and Adult Stress by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). An echocardiogram is a safe, non-invasive procedure used to examine your heart and potentially diagnose problems. It uses high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to literally see all four chambers of the heart, the heart valves, the great blood vessels entering and leaving the heart, as well as the sac around the heart. Information obtained through Echocardiography examinations is extremely helpful to physicians in diagnosing a variety of conditions related to heart disease and disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Accreditation by the IAC means that St. Elizabeth’s echocardiography (Echo) lab has undergone a thorough review of its operational and technical components by a panel of experts. The IAC grants accreditation to those facilities that are found to be providing quality patient care, in compliance with national standards through a comprehensive application process including detailed case study review. While early detection of life threatening heart disorders and other diseases is possible through the use of Echocardiography procedures, there are many aspects that contribute to an accurate diagnosis based on Echocardiography testing. The skill of the Echocardiography sonographer performing the examination, the type of equipment used, the background and knowledge of the interpreting physician and quality assurance measures are each critical to quality patient testing. “IAC accreditation serves as a ‘seal of approval’ that our patients can rely on as an indication of high quality care,” noted Bonita Schnieder, Director of Cardiovascular Services at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. “Under the direction of Dr. Regina Chiu of Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants and Medical Director of the Echo Lab at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, we are privileged to offer region-leading heart care and we continue to work diligently to offer the best outcomes possible.” IAC accreditation is widely respected within the medical community, as illustrated by the support of the national medical societies related to Echocardiography, which include physicians and sonographers. Echocardiography accreditation is required in some states and regions by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and by some private insurers. However, patients should remain vigilant in making sure that their Echocardiography procedures are performed within accredited facilities, because for many facilities accreditation remains a voluntary process. The IAC encourages all patients who are scheduled for a Echocardiography procedure to learn more by visiting www.intersocietal.org/echo/main/ patients.htm. For more information about services at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, or full a list of hospital accreditations, visit www.steliz.org.
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NEW SWIC COURSES CAN HELP BOOST YOUR BUSINESS’S WEB, SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE
If you’re not getting the most out of your digital marketing efforts – particularly in the social media arena – or you just want to know more about digital marketing, Southwestern Illinois College has two classes that could benefit your business. MKT 227 SEO and Web Analytics and MKT 228 Social Media Tools are available on Thursday evenings in eight-week, consecutive sessions beginning Jan. 22, 2015. SEO and Web Analytics covers search engine optimization techniques used to drive traffic to a Web page or social media site. Students will learn how to assess the effectiveness of a website with commonly used Web analytic tools, particularly Google Analytics. Social Media Tools is a hands-on class. Students will develop a social media campaign for their own businesses (if applicable) or for another local business. Both classes will be taught by experienced marketing professional. Laurie Almodovar, instructor for the SEO class, is a communications and Web coordinator at SWIC as well as a freelance writer and marketing consultant. Bill Jackson, who will teach Social Media Tools, is a project operations manager for Maritz and focuses on maximizing opportunities in the digital space for his clients in the automotive industry. Students should have some experience with social media before taking either class. For information about these courses or the Marketing Associate in Applied Science degree, call SWIC toll free at 866-942-SWIC (7942), ext. 5343 or email Program Coordinator Sue Taylor at sue.taylor@swic.edu.
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Belleville HAS IT ALL
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What’s Happening in January Friday - Sunday, January 2-4 Let’s Go Fishing Show Gateway Center www.letsgoshows.com
Wednesday, January 14 Prom Pageant Show Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052
Sunday, January 25 Motorcycle Swap Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052
Saturday, January 3 New Year New You Natl. Shrine Our Lady of the Snows 618-394-6287
Thursday, January 15 Diva Night Downtown Belleville (618) 257-7022 www.bellevillemainstreet.com
Midwest Bicycle Expo & Swap Meet Gateway Center (618) 345-8998
Way of Lights Run Natl. Shrine Our Lady of the Snows 618-394-6287 Thursday, January 8 Trivia Night Grappa Growlers (618) 234-9463 Adult Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Saturday-Sunday, January 10 & 11 Gun & Knife Show Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052 Saturday, January 10 Wing Night Grappa Growlers (618) 234-9463 Sunday, January 11 A look at the Book of Job from Jewish and Christian Perspectives Natl. Shrine Our Lady of the Snows 618-394-6287 Monday, January 12 Bunko Eckert’s (618) 233-0513
Friday - Sunday, January 16-18 Gateway Spring Home Show Gateway Center (618) 345-8998 Saturday-Sunday, January 17 & 18 Flea Market Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052 Thursday, January 22 Gateway Bridal Show Gateway Center (618) 345-8998 Saturday, January 24 Paul Konya Grappa Growlers (618) 234-9463 Kids Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 SLSRC Gateway Center (618) 345-8998
Monday, January 26 Bunko Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Wednesday, January 28 Adam’s Auction Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052 Thursday, January 29 Adult Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Saturday, January 30 Lunch & Learn Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Saturday, January 31 Ladies Roller Derby Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052 A Day with Paul Coutinho Kings House Retreat Center (618) 397-0584 Adult Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513
We are constantly updating our Community Calendar. For an up to date list please visit www.bellevillechamber.org/communityevents
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Annual& Dinner Silent Auction
Fischer’s Banquet Center 2100 West Main Street Belleville, IL 62226
Thursday, January 29, 2015 Honoring the recipients of the Chamber’s 2014 Business Excellence Awards, Leadership Belleville Alumni Award, Ambassador of the Year Award and the Citizen of the Year Award.
5:30 p.m. ~ Cocktails & Silent Auction 6:30 p.m. ~ Dinner
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Annual Dinner & Silent Auction Thursday, January 29, 2015
Be seen at the Annual Dinner through....
A Sponsorship: Gold Sponsor - $1,000 (10 Available)
• Recognition in post and pre-event publicity • Table for eight in a prominent location • Event signage • Recognition from the podium • Recognition on audio visual prior to event
Table Sponsor - $600
• Table for eight • Event signage • Recognition from the podium • Recognition on audio visual prior to event
Silent Auction Items: Show your support through a Silent Auction item. The auction boasts a wide variety of items. Past items include: - Artwork - Theatre tickets - Hotel stays - Gift baskets - Golf packages - Restaurant certificates - Sporting event tickets - Gift certificates
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Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce Silent Auction Donation Form
Please fax completed form to (618) 233-2077 or email to btucker@bellevillechamber.org Office Use only: Item number:
USE ONE FORM FOR EACH ITEM DONATED CONTACT INFORMATION (Please print or type) Company Name: Contact Name: Address: City:
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E-mail: Web site: DONATED ITEM (Please print or type) Name of Item Donated: Cost or Value: *Complete Description of Item:
*If your item contains multiple services or products please detail in description. SERVICE OR GIFT CERTIFICATE INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS If you are donating a gift certificate for a service, please include the following information in the certificate or letter.
Name of product or service Description of what is included and what is excluded Name of person to contact for further information Name, address and full contact information for you or your company Instructions on how to redeem item Include any additional information such as a photo or description brochure as appropriate Date of expiration
DELIVERY OPTIONS: (Check one) I will bring the above listed item(s) to the Chamber office by January 16th I would like to arrange to have someone from the Chamber pick-up the item(s). ChamberofConnection Thank you again for your generous donation and for supporting the Greater BellevilleThe Chamber Commerce!
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