Economic Development Department

22 South First Street

Geneva, IL 60134

Phone: (630) 232-7449

Press Release For more info:

December, 29, 2010

Ellen Divita
(630) 232-7449

The City of Geneva seeks members for the newly created Economic Development Commission (EDC). The role of an EDC is to understand the needs of business so that their viewpoint can be taken into consideration as public policy is developed. An effective Economic Development Commission is comprised of community leaders able to ascertain and distill opinions from business across a wide range of industries, and also willing to leverage their own resources to help the community achieve its long term economic vision. The Commission is charged with providing recommendation to the Council on business climate related policies. Commissioners must be willing to assist in identifying community issues and vision, and assist in economic development activities such as business retention and recruitment.

Commissioners will hold staggered term limits with a maximum of 2 terms, and will meet at least quarterly. Members should represent a wide range of industry sectors and geographic locations within Geneva. A minimum four of the seven members will be Geneva residents; up to three may work in Geneva but reside elsewhere. In selecting members for the commission, consideration will be given to sectors including, but not limited to: banking, building trades, health care, industrial, retail, real estate and real estate development, tourism/hospitality, and workforce development/education.

Interested individuals should visit the City Website and complete an application which is found at: http://www.geneva.il.us/LivingInGeneva/appboards/appointed_boards.htm#faq

Questions may be directed to the City Director of Economic Development, Ellen Divita at (630) 232-7449.