2015 State of the Village Address

Annual State of the Village Address
Featuring Village President Sandra Frum
Wednesday , January 14
11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Marcello’s
1911 Cherry Lane
Complimentary for Chamber members*

Northbrook Village President Sandy Frum will be the keynote speaker at the Annual State of the Village luncheon where she will discuss major issues facing the Village of Northbrook, and reflect on some of the recent accomplishments along with the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
In this annual address to the business community, President Frum will share insights on factors that have contributed to the Village’s strong finances and consistently high Aaa bond rating. She will discuss the Village’s budgeting process, focusing on its Capital Improvements Plan, a compendium of potential capital and infrastructure projects planned for over the next five years. Her presentation will also address proposed legislation in Springfield that would have an impact on Northbrook and her efforts to protect the Village’s interest.
    President Frum will review local economic trends, and provide an overview of current and proposed developments in the Village. In addition, her presentation will showcase the Village’s Geographic Information System Services (GIS) that promotes a greater understanding of development activity in Northbrook.  A new GIS feature is a map-based narrative, including text and graphics, of major residential and commercial development projects. A few of the projects that are currently featured on the map include: NorthShore 770, Timber’s Edge, The Lodge, North Shore Place and Waterway Gas & Wash.
    To help business owners know where to turn for help, Frum will also identify Village Staff members who serve as helpful resources for the business community.  
    Frum was re-elected to her second term as Village President in 2013.  She was first elected as Village President in April 2009.  A resident of Northbrook for nearly 37 years, President Frum previously served on the Village Board for 23 years as a Village Trustee. Most recently she served as President of the Northwest Municipal Conference.
    *As part of its ongoing advocacy efforts, the Chamber is offering one complimentary admission per member with an advance reservation.  Additional registrations are $30; guests or members at the door are $35. To make a reservation call the Chamber at (847)498-5555 or return the enclosed Sign Up sheet.