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                      • State of the Cities 2023

                        2023 State of the Cities Luncheon
                        Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
                        11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.


                        The State of the Cities Luncheon provides a unique opportunity for Chamber Members and public to hear from IVAC Member Mayors and Village Presidents. At this annual event, community leaders share thoughts on the local, social and economic climate, along with visions for future growth and quality of life within their cities.

                        Local Leaders:

                        KEN KOLOWSKI - CITY OF PERU
                        JEFF GROVE - CITY OF LASALLE
                        DAN AUSSEM - CITY OF OTTAWA
                        DOMINIC RIVARA - CITY OF OGLESBY
                        DAVID STEWART - VILLAGE OF NORTH UTICA
                        JOEL QUIRAM - CITY OF PRINCETON
                         


                        Meal Choices
                         

                        Choice of Angus Burger 
                        1/2 lb. Choice of angus steak burger topped with american or swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato & onion served on a toasted brioche bun with french fries and creamy coleslaw 
                         
                        Roast Turkey Breast
                        Roast Turkey with Gravy served with a Creole Cornbread Stuffing, Garlic Whipped Mashed Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce and Green Beans Amandine.
                         
                        Eggplant Parmesan 
                        Seasoned grilled eggplant Parmesan served over nested gluten-free spaghetti pasta topped with Italian tomato sauce & melted mozzarella cheese
                         
                        Lunch is served with crisp mixed salad greens, freshly baked rolls, and a light dessert.

                         

                        State of the Cities 2023

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                        Date and Time

                        Thursday Mar 16, 2023
                        11:00 AM - 2:00 PM CDT

                        Location

                        Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort

                        Fees/Admission

                        $35.00 per person

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