DGEDC APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENT, MICHAEL CASSA 7/19/2011 Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation Chair Mark Cosenza announced today the appointment of Michael Cassa as President of the DGEDC. Mr. Cassa’s official duties will begin on July 25, 2011.   Mr. Cassa was selected for this position at the conclusion of a competitive search. “Michael has a proven track record of economic development success and will be a great leader to further the strong working relationships with the business community and the Village of Downers Grove,” stated Mr. Cosenza.   Mr. Cassa has 19 years of economic development experience and most recently served as the Executive Director of the Oswego Economic Development Corporation.  “I look forward to building on the previous successes of the DGEDC and becoming a visible part of the Downers Grove community,” said Mr. Cassa.   Mr. Cassa succeeds Greg Bedalov, who departed in April to accept the position of President of Choose DuPage.   For more information, contact Mark Cosenza, Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation at 630-729-0380.

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Welcome DeVry Home Office To Downers Grove On behalf of the Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation’s Board of Directors, it is my distinct pleasure to provide you with the attached press releases (Village of DG and DCEO) concerning DeVry Inc’s. corporate relocation decision.  This relocation represents a tremendous victory for the Village of Downers Grove, its business community and its citizens.  The Economic Development Corporation would like to thank DeVry’s management team and its employee for their decision to select and support Downers Grove for its home office location. Additionally, the Economic Development Corporation would like to thank the Village Council of Downers Grove for their support during this process.  Their commitment to a strong business community was integral in attracting DeVry to Downers Grove.  DuPage County Board Chairman Bob Schillerstrom, District 2 representatives Jeff Redick and Brien Sheahan, Roger Hopkins of Choose DuPage and DuPage County staff members Tom Cuculich and John Kos also deserves a word of thanks. Illinois State Senator Dan Cronin and Illinois State Representative Sandy Pihos also worked to secure Downers Grove as a preferred location for DeVry as did representatives from United State Congressman Peter Roskam’s office.  In these challenging economic times the work exhibited by all parties to keep a growth oriented corporation like DeVry, Inc. and the jobs they represent within the county and the State of Illinois represents a true commitment to economic development and the Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation thanks them one and all. “We are absolutely thrilled that following a rigorous search, DeVry Inc. selected Downers Grove as its new home,” stated Mayor Sandack.  “This is a great example of a successful partnership between the Village,  DuPage County, the Downers Grove EDC, the State of Illinois, and our local legislators to showcase our strengths and create a new opportunity in an otherwise lackluster economy.”    If you have any questions or comments about the attached release, please feel free to contact the Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation. Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation

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DGEDC News The Downers Grove EDC Newsletter September 2008 Issue Features: *  MacNeil Automotive *  Play In and Stay In Downers Grove *  Recycling Extravaganza *  Welcome to New Board Member Linda Kunze, Manager of Downtown Management Inc. *  Congratulations to Board Member David Fox for being honored with the Chamber Enterprise Award. June 2008 Issue Features: *  Belmont Road Underpass Funding Complete *  Dine In Downers Grove *  Unified Voice          Ellsworth Business Park Alliance          Hospitality Alliance          Ogden Avenue Alliance *  Welcome to New Board Member Tommie Van, General Manager of the Marriott Suites Downers Grove. *  IN Campaign January 2008 Issue Features: *  2007 Highlights *  Organizational Development Accomplishments *  Marketing & Communication Accomplishments *  Welcome to New Board Member Mark Yeager, President and Chief Operating Officer of Hub Group, Inc. *  2007 Metrix Recap October 2007 Issue Features: * Ellsworth Industrial Park Taskforce Update * New business in Downers Grove * New Surgical Pavilion at Good Samaritan *  Welcome to New Board Members             Gordon Humbert, General Manager of the Downers Grove DoubleTree Guest Suites and Conference Center             Nick Menninga, General Manager of Downers Grove Sanitary District September 2007 Issue Features: *  3 new businesses coming to Downers Grove *  Meet In, Stay In, Dine In, Believe In Downers Grove *  State of the Union featuring Mayor Ron Sandack July 2007 Issue Features: *  Ellsworth Industrial Park Task Force *  Quarterly Update from the EDC *  Welcome to New EDC Board Members              Ron Sandack, Mayor, Downers Grove             Martin Tully, Commissioner, Downers Grove May 2007 Issue Features: *  Gross Receipts Tax *  Downers Grove Hotel & Meeting Capabilities *  Legistative Update *  Did You Know *  New Ellsworth Industrial Park Consortium *  Welcome to New EDC Board Members              Ron Sandack, Mayor, Downers Grove             Martin Tully, Commissioner, Downers Grove April 2007 Issue Features: *  Unique Data Services takes 80,000 sq ft in DG *  Welcome to New EDC Board Members          Joe Arvin, President, Arrow Gear          William Nienburg, VP of Sales Operations and Planning,           Sara Lee Corporation *  EDC Update February 2007 Issue Features: *  Sara Lee moves R & D to Downers Grove *  Major new tenants move to Downers *  Business Community steps up to be good corporate neighbors *  New Image and Website for DGEDC

SIGN ORDINANCE ANNOUNCEMENT January 1, 2009   Signage Compliance Deadline May 4, 2012 Attn: Downers Grove Business Owner   The Village Council adopted a new Sign Ordinance in 2005 which made several changes to the size and type of signs allowed in the Village. Per the Ordinance, businesses were allowed seven years to phase out existing signs and conform to the new regulations. As a reminder, this deadline is May 4, 2012. As a courtesy, the Village will send out yearly notices to remind businesses of this approaching deadline.   If you installed a new sign(s) with a permit since May 3, 2005 you may disregard this notice, as your sign is already in compliance. Signs installed prior to May 2005 most likely will need to be replaced or altered to conform to the new regulations. As you prepare to meet the Sign Ordinance requirements, please be aware that it is necessary to apply for a sign permit, whether your plans are to replace an existing sign with an entirely new sign, or alter the sign s appearance. Temporary signs such as sale banners and sandwich board signs (where allowable) also require a permit.   If you have questions about the Sign Ordinance or need help determining if your current sign is in compliance, please contact the Community Development Department at 630-434-5515.     Jeff O Brien, AICP Senior Planner The Village of Downers Grove

Press Release Documents November 2009 * Dover Corporation Relocating From Park Avenue to Highland Avenue August 2009 * Zeigler Automotive joins Downers Grove April 2009 * Binny's Beverage Depot March 2009 * DCEO Announces Nearly $725,000 of Incentives for DeVry Inc. to Relocate Home Office * Downers Grove Welcomes DeVry Inc. October 2007 * Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital unveils newest addition to the hospital * Physician Excellence - enhancing the patient experience * Technology Innovation - leading the healthcare industry May 2007 Press Release *  All New! Heritage Trolley Tours Coming September 9, 2007 April 2007 Press Release *  Gross Receipts Tax *  Downers Grove Dodge Closes; Authorized Service Center Now Open One Block Away February 2007 Press Releases *  Dominicks Reduces Stores January 2007 Press Releases *  Program Coordinator Announced *  Marketing & Tourism Manager *  Sara Lee Moves to Downers Grove December 2006 Press Release *  DGEDC Board Announced