Montgomery Economic Development Corporation | 200 Webster St. Montgomery IL 60538 | 630.897.6748
Your Partner in Prosperity
NEWSLETTER
March-April 2021
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Greetings!
Welcome and Happy Spring & Earth Day!
We hope that things are getting back to normal for you, your family and your business? Do you have a new normal? I know there are still people splitting their work from home options and others who may have never had that option. I think the hardest thing of all is trying to understand and deal with the changes. Then to ask yourself what is next? Some people have had the opportunity to get their Covid shot and hopefully feel somewhat protected. Hang in there and hopefully our new normal will be better than last year.
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Member News & Announcements:
Congratulations to Denny Lee as he retires:
Denny Lee was a founding member of the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation, MEDC. He formed an alliance with the village administrator and top business owners to create the MEDC. He wanted the opportunity to open the lines of communication with the businesses in town and the elected officials and Village staff. He wanted to break barriers and give the business community another resource. Denny was a huge part of the formation and direction of the MEDC. We cannot thank him enough!
Over 17 years later, the MEDC continues to market, serve and assist the Village of Montgomery along with the business community. Denny worked hard to help the MEDC survive during some tough challenges. Thanks to the support of our business community, board members, members and elected officials, The MEDC continues to add value to the community. There is a strong partnership between the leaders of the community and the MEDC partners. We are extremely proud of the many accomplishments that the MEDC has done over the years.
Denny Lee and his wife Jeanette Lee were always involved in the community. From baseball to Montgomery Fest along with the Montgomery Historic Preservation Committee, The car show, you name it Denny Lee and his family have been contributing to Montgomery for several decades. In spite of his love for the "Packers", Denny's heart will always be in Montgomery! Thank you Denny and family for all you have contributed and sacrificed for Montgomery!
Be sure to help and spread the word and Thank Denny for his service!
At the April MEDC Board Meeting, The MEDC Board presented Denny with a memorial brick that was once a part of The Mill Tavern & Liquor store. The Mill was owned and operated by by the Sutcliff family for over three decades. Alice Sutcliff & Denny Lee had a mutual love for Montgomery so the brick serves well as a great memory of the many discussions and accomplishments discussed at the Mill. Providing Denny with this brick from the now demolished Mill, was a perfect keepsake for him. We took the liberty to add a few words to express our gratitude for all Denny has done for Montgomery & the MEDC! He will be missed.
Alice Mill
Denny always spoke from his heart and always in the best interest of the community, the residents and the businesses in town.
Photo above: Denny Lee with MEDC Board Members, Pete Wallers & Jonathan Shedden at a MEDC Holiday party.
Let's give a warm welcome to our newest MEDC Growth Partner: Gray's Mill Estate
Gray's Mill
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Help us welcome the Gray's Mill Estate as our Newest General Growth Partner! At over 150 years old, Gray's Mill has retained its turn of the Century authenticity and charm. The partners at Gray's Mill Estates are transforming the site into a venue that will feature a prominent event hall, cozy guest quarters, a secret speakeasy, a unique cocktail bar, and an authentic German Beer Garden.
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For more information: visit https://graysmillestate.com
Special Thanks to our renewing members
for their continued support
Douglas Flooring
Local IBEW 461
Planet Fitness
Rush Copley Medical Center
Waubonsee Community College
If you need a place to advertise, post a job or announce something special
please sign up and post on the website created just for this purpose.
The MEDC website now has a location for you to post jobs as well as searching for jobs or resumes.
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Performance Foods 2020

Performance Foods has been one of our top sponsors for over a decade. Pictured above is MEDC Board member Robert Miller (far left) from Performance Foods and his team.
Jim Miller
Old Dominion Freight Lines, or ODFL brings their sales staff and clients to the event. It is an exciting time to not only meet all of our businesses but also the many clients that support our local businesses.
September 9, 2021
Registration is now open for our annual MEDC Golf outing.
Be sure to register early!

Montgomery Opportunities
Be sure to submit any vacancies, updates or price reductions to our office. If you are looking for property in Montgomery, be sure to visit our website or call our office for the most updated information.
ENJOY your investment:
Learn about Cost Segregation
and how to get cash back into your cashflow.

Be sure to call Brian Haney or email: Bcostseg@gmail.com
See documents below
The MEDC Board is a volunteer based Board that provides input and direction to the MEDC. The MEDC along with the business community leaders have helped create an environment that provides resources and opportunities for businesses to grow and flourish in our community. The members of the MEDC are community supporters that help make our community a stronger place. Thanks for being a part of our family.
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The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation.
The MEDC would like to thank all of our members and leaders of the community. Funding the organization helps bring together all the pieces needed to provide a positive and growing economic base for Montgomery. As we all work together to move forward to a new normal, please know the MEDC will continue to work hard for the Village of Montgomery and the business community. Please be sure to reach out and let us know how we can address your ongoing needs. I hope this newsletter provides some useful resources for you.
Sincerely,
Charlene Coulombe
Charlene Coulombe EDFP CEcD 
Executive Director
Montgomery Economic Development Corporation
office: 630-897-6748
cell:  815-703-1338