Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development

Welcome back to Where's Jayce Wednesday! I'm at your one stop shop in the area for your battery needs. Do you think you know where I am today? Leave your guesses in the comments below. For more Chamber members, visit bit.ly/2LzIFiE.

Member Tip Tuesday! We want you to get the most out of your chamber membership, and our mailing list e-blasts are the perfect way to get the word out about whatever you are trying to share about your business. For more benefits and member information, visit bit.ly/2Lwl5TD

Did you know August 5th 1884 is the date that the Cornerstone for the Statue of Liberty was laid? That Cornerstone helps support a statue that people around the world look to as a symbol of hope and possibilities. Our Community Cornerstone Award is meant to recognize community members who also represent hope, dedication, and hard work in supporting and growing the Illinois Valley. If you know someone 40 or older who deserves a chance at this honor nominate them today! Link here: https://lnkd.in/grTJwHaA

Coldwell Banker Today's Realtors is this week's Member Monday! They have been selling real estate in the Illinois Valley for over 40 years with a customer satisfaction rating over 98%. Thanks for being a member! For our list of members, visit bit.ly/2LzIFiE

We recently had the ribbon cutting event for the new Horizon House location! Horizon House is always looking for ways to operate more efficiently, respond to service delivery change expectations, and anticipate future service needs. COVID-19 provided an opportunity to experiment with what, how and where services were delivered not only because of the pandemic but also because, at the same time, the Federal {CMS) Settings Rule was implemented. This rule requires service providers to ensure that integration and choice are primary components of programs. As a result, our Day Serv1ces developed a reorganization plan to focus even more on building connections through experience, community involvement and community employment exploration and moving away from non-integrated, on-site sheltered work . After a search of the area, a location in downtown LaSalle was identified and we created a remodeling plan to assure the space will meet the needs of the people we support. Construction began and was completed in April 2024. Due to State delays, we were not able to obtain approval for the site from our licensing agency to open until June 17, 2024. We believe that this new location was worth the wait. It is located in the heart of the town and offers ability to walk to and interact with the community more naturally. This can only open doors for greater opportunity and integration. For all our ribbon cuttings, visit bit.ly/2VWCw3V

Serving as the public relations arm of IVAC, the ambassadors are an important part of what we do here at the chamber. We are happy to have such a great group of ambassadors, and are excited to introduce them to you!💙 For the rest of our staff, board, and ambassadors, visit bit.ly/2VQulpO

Welcome back to this week's Where's Jayce Wednesday! Today I am at a local dealership who is set on getting you the right car for the right price. Do you know where I'm at today? Leave a guess in the comments! For a list of Chamber members, visit bit.ly/2LzIFiE

We are back for another Treasure Hunt Tuesday! There are $25 in Chamber Bucks hiding by some golf balls this week waiting for someone to get them.⛳ Do you know where they are? Make sure to leave a picture in the comments if you find them!🤔🏌️

This week's Member Monday goes out to Crescent Electric Supply Company! Thank you for being a member! For our list of members, visit bit.ly/2LzIFiE

We need your help! Our giant ribbon cutting scissors have been misplaced, and we are offering a reward of $25 in Chamber Bucks to whoever can help us find them. Last seen at Lemonade Day this summer in Utica, and after an extensive search, we believe someone with massive cutting needs may have given them a new home.😕🧐 Call the office today if you have them or know where they could be for a reward!✂️