Chamber Connection June 2015 with Inserts by The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce

June 2015

Belle-Scott Committee Hosts 65th Annual Enlisted Dinner

On Thursday, May 14th the Belle-Scott Committee, along with more than 100 enlisted men and women, came together at Fischer’s Restaurant for the 65th Annual Belle-Scott Enlisted Dinner. The dinner brings together community members and enlisted men and women, giving a chance for the two groups to show their appreciation and support. This year’s dinner continued the tradition of a welcome line. As the enlisted men and women entered, the civilians lined up on either side of the door and shook the hands of the enlisted men and women personally thanking each one for their dedication to our country. Upon the welcome, the room filled with chatter as the civilians were able to talk more intimately with the enlisted men and women at their assigned tables.

Terry Foerste with the veterans honored at the Enlisted Dinner. Herbert Ables, Ron Davinroy, Terry Foerste, Joe Schaefer, James Wade

The official dinner program started with words from Belleville Mayor Mark Eckert, who took the opportunity to express his sincere gratitude for the service of the enlisted men and women as he has experienced firsthand the stress it plays on families from a parent standpoint. The program continued with Col. Kyle Kremer, Commander of the 375th Air Mobility Wing, thanking the community for our continued support of Scott Air Force Base and congratulating our efforts as they have been recognized by the coveted Abilene Trophy for the second time in three years. Other gratitudes were expressed from First Class Airman Jonathan Ringer who spoke on behalf of the enlisted men and women of the Base thanking the community for their support and making Scott Air Force Base and the surrounding community feel more like home, while Jay Tebbe, Civilian Chairman of BelleScott Committee, spoke on behalf of the civilians. In addition to thanking the enlisted men and women for their hard work and dedication, four area veterans were honored for their service. Terry Foerste met with each veteran prior to the dinner to hear about their experience so he could share their stories with the Enlisted Dinner attendees. The four veterans honored included, Herbert Ables, Millstadt, IL; Ron Davinroy, O’Fallon, IL ; Joe Schaefer, Swansea, IL; James Wade, Belleville, IL. This was the second enlisted dinner for Wade, as he attended his first enlisted dinner as a Staff Sergeant. The program concluded with several uplifting songs performed by the U.S.A.F. Band of Mid America’s “Roots in Blue”. For more information about the Belle-Scott Committee or to see more photos from the Enlisted Dinner, visit www.bellevillechamber.org and www.facebook.com/GreaterBellevilleChamber.

Golfers Embrace the Weather at the Otto Golf Classic Chamber members showed their dedication as they took to the golf course on

Wednesday, May 20 for the Otto Golf Classic; while temperatures lingered around 50 degrees and the rain continued to fall. The weather was no match for the teams who completed all 18 holes and the additional who went out to create the most enjoyment of their time on the course. The teams were broken into three flights. Six teams were recognized for their efforts as they were awarded first and second in each flight. Congratulations to this year’s winners: Flight A Flight B Flight C 1st Place: Standard 1st Place: Charter Media 1st Place: Howell Financial Rule Promotions - Jason Aulds, Ken Davis, Services - Eileen Buckman, Golfers heading out to the course Matt Marrison, Mike Bonnie Gallagher, Tom Ann Hampel, Kim Howell, in the rain with smiles! McCollum, Tracy Ruesch Terri Menke McCollum, Joy Prigge Longest Drive - Men: Steve Seibert Women: Barb Hohlt ...Continued on page 4 Closest to the Pin - Men:Matt Marrison Women: Tracy Session The Chamber Connection 1

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Tracy McCollum, President Standard Rule Promotions Bob Mueller, President Elect TheBANK of Edwardsville 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 Mayor Mark Eckert, City of Belleville Chris Eckert, Eckert’s, Inc. 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 Jay Tebbe, Belleville News-Democrat 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

SPECIAL PARTNERS Platinum:

Memorial Hospital

Gold:

St. Elizabeth’s Hospital

Silver:

City of Belleville 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 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

Abigail Rolland, 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

2015 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 Sarah Biermann, King’s House Retreat Center Rebecca Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC Justin Chapman, TheBANK of Edwardsville Terri Dambacher, CompuType IT Solutions 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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Grey Eagle Distributors

July 2

Apartment Community at the Shrine

August 6

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September 3 King’s House

2015 Coffee Cup Connections June 9 Commercial Energy Consultants July 14 YMCA August 11 Scott Credit Union September 8 Edmistone Acupuncture & Chiropractic Ads and inserts must be received by the 15th of the month. If submitting an insert, 300 copies will also be needed for the mailing. Paper weight cannot exceed 24lb. Limited to space availability. Please email Abigail Rolland, aernst@ bellevillechamber.org or call (618) 233-2015 to reserve space. The Chamber Connection 2

In Memory of Our Ambassador

Welcome Anton’s Concessions & Catering Contact: Donald Kock 221 Sharp Street Beckemeyer, IL 62219 (618) 335-8555 www.antonsconcessionsandcatering.com

Olive R. DeRousse (1921 - 2015)

Olive was a dedicated Ambassador of the Chamber and was recognized with the Commitment to Community Award in 2004 for her countless efforts. She will be missed by many.

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Lucky Lincoln Gaming, LLC Contact: Jeff Rehberger 1903 North Neil Street Champaign, IL 61820

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St. Clair County Intergovernmental Grants Department Contact: Terry Beach 19 Public Square, Suite 200 Belleville, IL 62220 (618) 277-6790 www.co.st-clair.il.us

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to our members who renewed their investment with The Chamber in April... Artiste de Fluers, Inc. Auffenberg Dealer Group BRiC Partnership Bridgeman Insurance Agency Candlewood Suites Hotel Chestnut Health Systems Chick Fritz Distributing CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP Deschaine & Co. Eagle Publications Edward Jones - Walt Weston Family Hospice of Belleville

First Student FKG Oil Co. Glaenzer Electric Inc. Hoernis Auto Body Illinois Math & Science Academy Kay Weber Presents Kuhlmann Design Group Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken Margaret Lowery North Bay Produce Optimist Club of Belleville Pitchers Sports Pub

Plumbers & Pipefitters, Local 101 Realtor Association of Southern Illinois Rose Marie Fitzgerald St. Louis Bread Co. Terrace Motel & Apartments The Madison-St. Clair County Journal The Weingarten, LLC Traube Tent Union United Methodist Church

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Otto Golf Classic

...Continued from front page.

Thank you to all of the golfers who came out to support the Chamber and to our Otto Golf Classic Sponsors. Your commitment to the Chamber allows us to continue our mission,”Advancing business. Supporting community.” Otto Classic Title Sponsor: Otto Classic Event Sponsor: Standard Rule Promotions Team; 1st Place Flight A.

An additional thank you goes out to our Lunch Sponsors, National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows & Warmer Witter Kreisler & Associates, Inc; Drink Cart Sponsor, A&E Concrete Inc.; Beverage Sponsor, Grey Eagle Distributors, Hole-in-One Sponsor, Jack Schmitt Chevrolet, Hole Contest Sponsors, Spengler Company, Inc., Copper Bend Pharmacy, Huntleigh Securities Corporation, Putting Contest Sponsor, Bank of Belleville and to all of our Tee Sponsors and businesses who donated items for the goody bags and attendance prizes. To view more photos of the Otto Golf Classic, visit www. bellevillechamber.org or www.facebook.com/GreaterBellevilleChamber. SPECIAL-Tee Sponsors: BARBERMurphy Group, Commerce Bank, CompuType It Solutions, Kurrus Funeral Home, Sam’s Club. Tee Sponsors: BARBERVoss Home Care, Big Daddy’s 618, Belleville News-Democrat, BRiC Partnership, Educational Concepts Unlimited, Egyptian Business Furniture, First National Bank of Dieterich, George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Gonzalez Companies, LLC, Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale P.C., Holland Construction Services, JD Byrider of Belleville, Johnson & Johnson, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, Krys Jacobs State Farm Insurance, League Lounge, Mark A Kern, St. Clair County Board, MedStar Ambulance, Metro Lock & Security, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 101, Seven, Shichi Sushi Bar, Sounds Alive, Strano & Associates Real Estate, Thouvenot, Wade & Moerchen, Inc., Vandalia Bus Lines, Williams Office Products

Charter Media Team; 1st Place Flight B.

Howell Financial Services Team; 1st Place Flight C.

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The 2014-2015 Leadership Belleville Class concluded with Reflection Day and graduation on Friday, May 1. As part of the class requirements, the 21 members were asked to create a presentation reflecting on their journey through Leadership Belleville. Later that day, the Class met at St. Clair Country Club for dinner and graduation ceremony. The Chamber is proud to have another group of community leaders complete the program. If you know one or more of the following individuals please congratulate them on their achievement.

Congratulations to this year’s Leadership Belleville Graduates! Mr. Shane Blank, Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard P.C. Ms. Erin Clifford, City of Belleville Mr. Alphonso Daniel, Belleville East High School Ms. Ashley Duffie, AgeSmart Community Resources Ms. Jamie Fields, Community Link Ms. Tracy Gray, Belleville District 118 Mr. John Hughes, St. Clair County Ms. Charlotte Hyatt, Memorial Hospital Ms. Kimberly Isaak, Allsup, Inc. Ms. Tammy Lappe, Bank of Belleville Mr. Carson Maricle, Mathis, Marifian & Richter

Ms. Nicole Muenchau, Hospice of So. Illinois Mr. Jared Nuxoll, Edward Jones Ms. Wendy Pfeil, Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce Ms. Ashlee Lambert, Caritas Family Solutions Ms. Kathleen Rotermund, Commerce Bank Ms. Lisa Schuetz, MidAmerica St. Louis Airport Mr. Daniel Schwab, Renner Funeral Home Ms. Julie Sydow, Lindenwood University Belleville Mr. Will Welsh, YMCA Ms. Melissa Witt-Smith, St. Clair County Housing Authority

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Eckert’s

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Chamber members gathered at Eckert’s Garden Center for Business After Hours on Thursday, May 7. Eckert’s, as the host, had several food stations for members to grab a bite to eat as they socialized throughout the Garden Center and greenhouse. The stations included foods such as spring pasta, pulled pork, cheese and sausage, fresh fruit and pound cake. President, Chris Eckert, spoke to the crowd, thanking them for coming out to the Farm for the evening. He invited members to come back with their families to enjoy the Country Restaurant, Pick-Your-Own Strawberries, Custard Stand, free Summer Concert Series and other special events.

Michael Cannon, St. Paul United Church of Christ; Sheri Abell, Glass America; Debbie Brauer, Schaefer Autobody Centers; Sheri Welch, Independent Insurance Agent.

Eckert’s Summer Concert Series takes place in the plaza area, outside the Belleville Country Store, from 7 to 9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday from Memorial Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. All ages are invited to grab a chair or blanket and join Eckert’s for evening fun. You can learn more about Eckert’s and access an event calendar by following them on Facebook or visiting their web site, www.eckerts.com

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Join us for the next Coffee Cup Connections sponsored by

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Coffee Cup Connections will be held at: Commercial Energy Consultants 15 Canty Lane Fairview Heights, IL 62208 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.

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Chamber Ranked Third Largest Chamber in the Greater St. Louis Region The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce was recently ranked the third largest Chamber in the Greater St. Louis Area, and largest in Illinois, according to the St. Louis Business Journal. The list ranks chambers according to the most recent annual budget. The Chamber followed the Washington Area Chamber of Commerce ($2.7 million) and the St. Louis Regional Chamber ($9.5 million). The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce currently operates on an annual budget of $650,000 with a membership of more than 550 businesses. The Chamber provides its members with an array of opportunities including but not limited to: networking, advertising, workshops, and committee. Members are able to take advantage of many of these opportunities free of charge or of minimal charge as they are included with membership dues. Thank you to all of our members for your support and dedication to help make the Chamber successful.

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Celebrating a new business opening, anniversary or remodel? Celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting. Contact Wendy Pfeil, Membership Director, for more information. Email wpfeil@bellevillechamber.org or call the Chamber Office at (618) 233-2015.

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The Chamber joined SeasonS Catering & Concessions on Wednesday, April 29th for their ribbon cutting. SeasonS is mobile catering company that offers a wide variery of culinary options including freshly made cuisine and delicious desserts. From small or larger, casual or elegant, Chef Michael with SeasonS is ready to make your event special. Keep an eye out for this mobile kitchen serving a meal in the Greater Belleville area. For more information, visit www.SeasonsCateringandConcession.com.

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Farmers Insurance - Christopher Sirtak Agency, celebrated their recent opening with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, May 21. This Farmers Insurance Agency provides an array of insurance coverage including car, renters, home, recreational, life, business and more. For more information, visit www.farmersagent.com/ csirtak or contact Christopher Sirtak at 618.825.0000.

Peel Brewing Company 104 South Cherry Street O’Fallon, IL 62269 618.726.2244

The Chamber joined Peel Brewing Company for a ribbon cutting on Friday, May 22. Peel recently joined the Chamber with their O’Fallon location. The O’Fallon location is open seven days a week serving many meals baked using a Mugnaini wood burning pizza oven. Peel is known for their pizzas, but offers other dishes and appetizers along with a variety of craft beers they create on site. For more information, visit brewery.peelpizza.com or visit them for a meal at their O’Fallon location.

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MEMORIAL GROUP, BJC HEALTHCARE TO EXPLORE STRATEGIC AFFILIATION

Memorial Group and BJC HealthCare today announced plans to explore a strategic affiliation between the two systems. A Letter of Intent has been approved by the Board of Directors of both organizations which will launch a due-diligence effort to explore the opportunity. A final decision as to whether the two systems will move forward with an affiliation is expected later this summer. If they proceed, the combined organization would bring the renowned expertise of BJC to the Memorial network. “Our commitment to Belleville and the Metro East is unwavering,” said Memorial Group Chairman Les Mehrtens. “We all know that the health care industry is rapidly changing. By being proactive and looking for ways that we can position ourselves for the future, we can remain strong for the communities we serve.” Under the proposed affiliation, BJC HealthCare would become a partner in Memorial Hospital Belleville and Memorial Hospital East. There would be no change in name, branding or leadership for Memorial Group. “We recognize the great reputation of Memorial, and we believe BJC’s expertise can bring sustainable advantages to Metro East patients and physician partners,” said BJC President and CEO Steven Lipstein. “This affiliation would allow both systems to build upon their strengths, providing coordinated, quality care close to home.” Details of the proposed affiliation will be defined in the coming months. If a deal is signed, it will be subject to federal and state regulatory approval. “There are a lot of changing dynamics in our market and the health care industry. This affiliation is a step toward enhancing our care delivery model,” said Memorial Group CEO Mark Turner. “We take very seriously our responsibility to ensure our patients have the very best quality care and facilities now and for generations to come.”

OATES ASSOCIATES ADDS NEW JUNIOR ENGINEER

Oates Associates, a civil and structural engineering / architectural design firm, continues their expansion with a new hire. Stephanie Lee has joined Oates Associates as a junior engineer. Stephanie is a recent graduate from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. While completing her degree at SIUE she interned with the City of Edwardsville as an Engineering Technician. Stephanie will begin her career at Oates supporting the firm’s civil group, assisting in the design of roadway and site projects. Oates Associates is a multi-disciplined design firm with offices in Collinsville and Belleville, Illinois and St. Louis, Missouri. Oates provides a wide range of engineering and architectural services to communities, corporations, institutions and public agencies throughout the Midwest. Services include engineering and architectural design, transportation planning, traffic engineering, highway and street design, storm water management, site design, and structural engineering. For more information, visit www. oatesassociates.com or call 618.345.2200.

RICK RINGWALD JOINS COMMERCE BANK AS VICE PRESIDENT, COMMERCIAL BANKING

Harlan Ferry, president, Metro East Region, recently announced that Rick Ringwald has joined Commerce Bank as vice president commercial banking. In his new position, Ringwald is responsible for developing new business relationships and providing clients a wide range of comprehensive solutions to meet their financial needs. Ringwald’s career in financial services spans 14 years and includes commercial banking, retail branch management and sales experience. Ringwald is a graduate of McKendree University, where he received his Bachelors of Economics and Finance. He received his MBA in Marketing from St. Louis University, St. Louis in 2008. As an active member of the community, Ringwald is currently a member of the St. Paul Educational Foundation NFP Board and has been a member of the Optimist Club since 2008. He served as past president for the Highland Chamber of Commerce and is currently a board member. He has served on the Highland Police and Fire Commission as a commissioner since 2013.

INAUGURAL DAISY AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN NURSING PRESENTED TO KATHY DRYDEN, RN

Nurses at HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital were honored for being nominated for The DAISY Award For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's nationwide program to recognize the super-human efforts nursesperform everyday. The first award recipient at St. Elizabeth’s was Kathy Dryden, RN. Dryden’s story of care and dedication to a patient and his family at the end of life stage is the perfect example of the works of compassion and excellence all nurses provide everyday. Dryden, and future DAISY Award winners, also received a beautiful and meaningful sculpture called A Healer’s Touch, hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Africa. St. Elizabeth's introduced participation in the nationally recognized DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing this year to coincide with National Nurses Week, May 6-12. A total of eight dedicated nurses were recognized as nominees for theinaugural award. They include Kathy Dryden-CCU, Sidney Knopp-CCU, Dawn Kunde-CCU, Liz Nonn-ED, Lindsay O'Neil-Med/Surg, Lori Potter-ED, Sara Randle-ED and Alex White-Surgery. Participation in the DAISY Foundation was made possible through funds provided by the Friends of St. Elizabeth’s Hospital. The not-for-profit DAISY Foundation is based in Glen Ellen, CA, and was established by family members in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. Patrick died at the age of 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique means of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families. Nominations for future DAISY Awards at St. Elizabeth’s continue to be accepted. Patients and visitors are encouraged to share and submit their story of witnessing excellent and compassionate care from the clinical staff. For a complete listing of hospitals currently running the program, please go to www.DAISYfoundation.org.

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Chamber Member Update THEBANK OF EDWARDSVILLE AWARDS COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS TO FOUR METRO EAST AREA STUDENTS

Four high school seniors from throughout the Metro East were recently selected to receive college scholarships through TheBANK of Edwardsville’s Community Scholarship Program. Each will receive $2,000 per year for four years of education. Brooke Lunn from Edwardsville High School, Kari Lohr from Marquette Catholic High School, Thomas Boyer from Collinsville High School and Meghan Gingrich from Belleville East High School, were chosen as the 2015 scholarship recipients. The recipients were selected from a large group of applicants based on their positive leadership and character in both academic achievements and community activities. “TheBANK of Edwardsville established this scholarship program 15 years ago as a commitment to the education of our future leaders,” said Kevin Powers, President and CEO of TheBANK of Edwardsville. “We are very proud of the accomplishments of the students who were selected from this year’s impressive pool of applicants, and we look forward to watching them progress through college and enter the workforce. Congratulations to the students for all of their achievements thus far.” TheBANK introduced its Community Scholarship Program in August of 2000, pledging $1.3 million toward scholarships to be awarded over 30 years to graduating seniors of local high schools. The Greater Edwardsville Area Community Foundation, which is governed by a board of local residents, administers the program with a selection committee which interviews the finalists and selects the final scholarship recipients. As in years past, the selection committee evaluated the applicants on academic achievements, leadership and character exhibited both at school and in extracurricular activities. Selection criteria also included leadership in community activities as well as the positive impact the students have had on others. This year’s scholarship recipients were: • Brooke Lunn, Edwardsville High School: Brooke will attend Saint Louis University, where she plans to study Healthcare Management/Health Law. She is the daughter of Dan and Marcy Lunn; • Kari Lohr, Marquette Catholic High School: Kari will attend the University of South Florida, where she plans to study Cell and Molecular Biology. She is the daughter of Terry and Shelly Lohr; • Thomas Boyer, Collinsville High School: Thomas will attend Northwestern University, where he plans to study Biology with an emphasis on Genetics. He is the son of Lester Boyer and Elizabeth Sturman; and • Meghan Gingrich, Belleville East High School: Meghan will attend Illinois State University, where she plans to study Nursing. She is the daughter of John and Paula Gingrich. TheBANK’s Community Scholarship Program was created as part of the American Bankers Association’s “Banks of Promise” effort, which is the banking industry’s pledge toward Colin Powell’s “America’s Promise – Alliance for Youth.” TheBANK has committed to America’s Promise by partnering with not-for-profit organizations, athletes, mayors, governors, teachers, college professors and others to benefit youth through a variety of sponsorships and donations.

MEMORIAL EMPLOYEES HONORED; RICK DAVIS NAMED EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

More than 400 Memorial Hospital, Memorial Care Center, Memorial Medical Group and Belleville Health and Sports Center employees were honored at this year’s Employee Recognition Dinner held May 8 at Fischer’s Restaurant in Belleville, Illinois. Rick Davis of Freeburg was named Employee of the Year out of 12 candidates recognized as Employee of the Month throughout the year. He has worked at Memorial for seven years and is a Transporter. Rick is always ready and available to work, taking low census when necessary and changing shifts if needed. He gets along well with others and is very professional and courteous to patients and visitors. He has good initiative and great attendance. He is very respectful, being described as an impressive worker in his professional and kind manner. Rick’s job duties include transporting patients to and from nursing units and various ancillary services areas within the hospital. For Rick, the most rewarding part of his job is helping people who are going through a difficult time in their lives. In his spare time, Rick enjoys Brazilian jiu jitsu, fly fishing, reading and watching movies. Other Employee of the Year finalists included: Sarah Tucker of Belleville; Edna Rowney of Swansea; Christine Bivens of Waterloo; Bart Hood of Sparta; Andre Fulton of Belleville; Shay Hagel of Red Bud; Dionne Harriss of New Athens; Wesley Jackson of Belleville; Miki Herron of Belleville; Ilisha Carter of Alorton and Stephen Sieron of Belleville. In addition to Employee of the Month awards, employees were recognized for years of service. Geraldine Engelman of Belleville was honored for 45 years of service and nine employees were recognized for 40 years of service; they include: Sylvia Plake of Belleville; Susan McMorris or Belleville; Kathy Davis of Okawville; Cathleen Fenton of Swansea; Carol Harris of O’Fallon; Mary Kueper of Carlyle; Brenda Romine of Swansea; Patricia Sheehan of O’Fallon and Joy Hess of Belleville. Employees were also honored for five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of service.

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Chamber Member Update BEN NIESEN JOINS OATES ASSOCIATES

Ben Niesen, PE, ENV SP has joined Oates Associates, a civil and structural engineering/architectural design firm, as a project manager. Ben brings twelve years of civil engineering design experience with a focus on municipal clients. He specializes in site layout, local roads, pedestrian facilities, and green infrastructure. Having worked in the municipal sector, Ben understands the need to provide economical and practical solutions while implementing the visions of the client and community. As a project manager at Oates Associates, Ben will focus on further developing the firm’s local agency client base. His project assignments will center around his enthusiasm for both recreational experiences and sustainable design practices, with projects including multi-use trails, green spaces, and green site concepts. Ben earned his Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Missouri - Columbia. He is a Missouri licensed Professional Engineer and holds the Envision Sustainability Professional credential. He has managed, planned and designed many trail and roadway projects throughout the St. Louis area for municipal clients as well as the Great Rivers Greenway District. For more information, visit www.oatesassociates.com or call 314.588.8381.

ECKERT’S REWARDS BELLE VALLEY STUDENTS WHO PARTICPATED IN JUMP ROPE FOR HEART

Eckert’s Country Store & Farms rewarded Belle Valley students who were top fundraisers for their school’s 2015 Jump Rope for Heart program with strawberry picking and a custard treat on Monday, May 18. More than 400 Belle Valley students raised $8,491.92 for the program, which is sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Of those students, 31 raised at least $125, the minimum amount needed for a trip to Eckerts. Belle Valley’s top fund-raiser was fourth-grader Avery Morgan, who raised $411, according to physical education teacher Pam Kniepkamp. Kniepkamp and fellow P.E. teacher Matt Weiler will accompany the students to Eckert’s. Jump Rope for Heart is national education and fundraising event that raises money for kids with heart issues and encourages participating students to improve their own health. Several years ago, Eckert’s partnered with Belle Valley’s Jump Rope for Heart program, offering incentives for kids who reached a certain fundraising benchmark. “We are proud of these kids who are helping other children with critical medical needs,” said Eckert’s President Chris Eckert. “We also feel strongly about people making healthy choices, and we partner with Belle Valley, which is our neighbor, to be a good influence on the students regarding making healthy eating and lifestyle choices.”

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Belleville HAS IT ALL

Shop, Dine, Stay & Play

Shopping, Dining & Entertainment • Museums

Historic Sites • Golf Courses • Unique Attractions • Art Galleries Antique & Boutique Shops • Hiking & Biking Trails • Parks Over 300 Events, Festivals & Holiday Happenings

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618.233.6769 618.233.6810

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What’s Happening in June Thursday, June 4 Sip N’ Shop The Weingarten (618) 257-9463

Friday, June 12 Pink Wine Tasting The Weingarten (618) 257-9463

Friday & Saturday, June 5 & 6 Brew & Que Downtown Belleville (618) 257-7022 www.bellevillemainstreet.com

Saturday & Sunday, June 13 & 14 Antique American Glass & Pottery Show Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052

Saturday, June 6 Mary, the Transparency of God Natl. Shrine Our Lady of the Snows (618) 397-6700 ext. 6281

Saturday, June 13 Mommy & Me Cooking Glass Adult Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513

Monday, June 22 Bunko Eckert’s (618) 233-0513

Yoga & Wine The Weingarten (618) 257-9463

Sunday, June 28 30th Annual Patriotic Concert and Picnic St. Paul’s UCC (618) 233-3303

Walk in “OldTown” Glen Carbon Glen Carbon Centennial Library (618) 416-5533 Sunday, June 7 Doll, Toy & MInatures Show Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052 Monday, June 8 Sisters of Swing Golf Tournament The Orchard’s (618) 398-3162 Bunko Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Wednesday, June 10 Lunch & Learn Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Thursday, June 11 Art w/ Allie The Weingarten (618) 257-9463 It’s All in the Bag! Purse Auction Benefiting Walk to End Alzheimers Hortica Insurance & Employee Benefits (618) 222-2561

Saturday, June 20 Fredbird at the Farm Kids Cooking Class Eckert’s (618) 233-0513 Calvary of Christ Equestrian Pilgrimage Natl. Shrine Our Lady of the Snows (618) 397-6700 ext. 6281

Wednesday, June 24 An Allegro! Salute Adam’s Auction The Apartment Community of Our Lady Belle Clair Exposition Center of the Snows (618) 233-0052 (618) 394-6852 Friday, June 26 Feed the Need Dueling Pianos www.SeniorServicesPlus.org The Weingarten (618) 257-9463 Tuesday, June 16 Daddy Daughter Date Night Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28 Chick-fil-A at Green Mount Commons Wine, Dine & Jazz (618) 257-9700 Downtown Belleville Wednesday, June 17 Blood Drive Knife & Gun Show Belleville City Hall Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052 Thursday, June 18 Diva Night Saturday, June 27 Downtown Belleville The Big LIttle Big Band (618) 257-7022 Lindenwood Auditorium www.bellevillemainstreet.com (844) 843-5969

Saturday & Sunday, June 20 & 21 Belleville Flea Market Belle Clair Exposition Center (618) 233-0052

Every Friday & Saturday Night in June Free Concert 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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11:30 a

Ambassador Club Meeting

Business After Hours

5&6

Brew & Que

12 p

PR/Marketing Committee Meeting

8:15 a

Coffee Cup Connections

Ribbon Cutting - Commercial Energy Consultants

Ribbon Cutting - Project Compassion

9 a

Community Service Agencies Committee Meeting

16 7:30 a

Board Meeting

16 8:30 a

Economic Development Committee Meeting

16 12 p

INforM Committee Meeting

16 6:15 p

Belleville Main Street Committee Meeting

17 10:30 a

Ribbon Cutting - HSHS Hospice

18 7:30 a

Government Affairs Committee Meeting

18 9 a

Healthcare Committee Meeting

18 5 p

Downtown Diva Night

24 8 a

Leadership Belleville Committee Meeting

25 11:45 a

Lunch & Learn

If you’re interested in learning more about the committees of the Chamber, please visit our website at www.bellevillechamber.org and click on Chamber Committees or call (618) 233-2015.

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On Tuesday, July 28, 2015, The Chamber’s Education Committee will host their Back2School Fun Fair, formerly known as BackPACK to School Day, at Belleville West High School from 5 - 7 p.m. Students from the Belleville elementary schools* and their families will be invited to attend. Families in attendance will receive valuable information from our business leaders while participating in activities that will allow them to leave with a backpack full of school supplies in preparation of the start of the new school year. The event will celebrate the start of a new school year with games, activities with involvement from high school students and more The Education Committee hopes to provide at least 1,000 backpacks for our school age children. Sponsorships will be essential to the success of this event. Following are this year’s sponsorship levels:

Backpack Sponsor - $1,000 • • •

Company logo on Chamber website, newsletter, posters, slide show during event, and sponsor flyer in backpacks School supply item with company name inside backpacks Premier spot for exhibit table at event. Limited spots available.

Corporate Sponsor - $500 • •

Company name on Chamber website, newsletter, posters, slide show during event, and on sponsor flyer in backpacks Choice of an exhibit table location at event (after Backpack Sponsor spots are filled). Limited spots available.

Table Sponsor - $100 • •

Company name on posters displayed during event and on sponsor flyer in backpacks Exhibit table at event

Please indicate below your level of support. Thank you in advance for your consideration of this request. *Participating schools: Belleville School District #118, Belle Valley School District #119, Harmony-Emge School District #175, Signal Hill School District #181, Whiteside School District #115, Zion Lutheran Grade School and all Catholic grade schools - Blessed

Company/Organization Name: Address: Contact Name: Contact Phone: Sponsorship Level: (Please check one)

Email: Backpack Sponsor ($1000)

Corporate Sponsor ($500)

Table Sponsor ($100)

Please check one: As a sponsor, I would like to reserve an exhibit table for my business at the event. I would just like to be listed as a sponsor and don’t need an exhibit table. If you wish to participate just as an exhibitor and not a sponsor, the cost is $50 per table. Each exhibitor is provided one table and 2 chairs. No signage is provided. Please check here and send back with your payment of $50. Checks may be made payable to the “Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce” and mailed to the Chamber office at 216 East A Street, Belleville, IL 62220. Sponsorship deadline is June 25, 2015. If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at (618) 233-2015.

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Chili Chase 5k Run/ Walk & Kids Pepper Dash Race Date/Time: Saturday, October 3, 2015 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 16, 2015; $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 registration must be postmarked by September 16, 2015.

Cash, Check, Credit Card (online)

Race Website:

www.BellevilleChili.com

October 3

2 0 1 5 Benefiting the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class Scholarship Fund

Timing System: Bib Chip Timing by Final Lap Payment:

Satur day