December 21, 2021
Dear GLCEDC Members & Friends:

Adam Dontz and Brad Solberg represented the GLCEDC and were joined by State Representative Tom Bennett at the Illinois Manufacturing Association (IMA) Annual Luncheon.

In the last few months, two new incentives were approved, including a Community Enhancement and Economic Stimulus Grant to the Boys and Girls Club of Livingston County and a Building Improvement Grant to PK Unkorked. Read below for further information.

During the busy Holiday Season, I hope you find a few moments to reflect upon all that is good. May your year ahead be blessed with health, happiness, and prosperity.

Best Regards,
Chief Executive Officer
GLCEDC and State Rep. Tom Bennet Attend the IMA Annual Workshop
Pictured Left to Right: State Representative Tom Bennett, Adam Dontz - GLCEDC CEO, Brad Solberg - GLCEDC Chairman.
The Illinois Manufacturing Association (IMA) held the annual luncheon on Friday, December 3, 2021. Adam Dontz and Brad Solberg represented the GLCEDC and were joined by State Representative Tom Bennett. The workshop featured keynote remarks from Paul Zikopoulos - VP of Technology Group Skills Vitality & Enablement at IBM and a celebration of the Manufacturer of the Year - Gilster-Mary Lee Corporation.

Click here to learn more about the Illinois Manufacturer's Association.
Boys and Girls Club Community Enhancement and Economic Stimulus Grant
The Boys and Girls Club of Livingston County was approved for a $2,500 Community Enhancement and Economic Stimulus Grant for a comprehensive Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) program for all grade levels with a focus on the High School Robotics team. The Boys and Girls Club of Livingston County provides members who might not otherwise have access to STEAM experiences with simple, fun, hands on activities.

Livingston County has a High School Robotics team with over 20 students from surrounding High Schools to compete in a Robotics Competition held at Bradley University in Peoria, and a second competition in Iowa in 2022. 

Click here to learn more about the Boys and Girls Club of Livingston County.
PK Unkorked
Building Improvement Grant
PK Unkorked was approved for an $11,250 Building Improvement Grant. PK Unkorked is moving into a larger building on 826 North Ladd Street, in Pontiac, and plans to use the funds on interior and exterior improvements of the building.

To learn more about PK Unkorked, click here.

To learn more about Building Improvement Grants, click here.
The GLCEDC and recipients of our grants recognize and greatly appreciate the sustained, generous support of Livingston County.